Splendours of Jordan

Overview

This tour highlights the best of Jordan’s cultural heritage and stunning landscapes. Explore the classical city of Jerash, the biblical site of Mount Nebo, and Petra, the rock-hewn city. Experience the shifting sands of Wadi Rum and the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea, completing your exploration of this fascinating country.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly to Amman

• Fly from London (regional connections available) to Amman with Royal Jordanian Airlines.
• Transfer to the Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana for a 2-night stay. (N)

Day 2: Amman • Jerash

• Morning tour of Amman, visiting the Citadel with panoramic views of the city and the restored Roman Theatre in downtown Amman.
• Afternoon visit to the well-preserved Graeco-Roman city of Jerash, hidden for centuries in sand. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Madaba • Mount Nebo • Shobak • Petra

• Travel along the King’s Way, visiting Madaba (home to a Byzantine mosaic map of the region), Mount Nebo (where Moses first viewed the Holy Land), and the Crusader castle of Shobak.
• Continue to Petra. Stay 3 nights at the Mövenpick Resort Petra, situated at the entrance to the site. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Petra

• Take a guided tour of Petra, the rose-red city rediscovered by JL Burckhardt in 1812. (B, D)

Day 5: Petra

• Return to Petra for more exploration with your guide.
• Optional evening visit to Petra by candlelight. (B, D)

Day 6: Little Petra • Wadi Rum • Dead Sea

• Morning visit to Al Beidha (Little Petra) before heading to Wadi Rum for a 4×4 desert excursion.
• Afternoon transfer to the Dead Sea. Stay 2 nights at the Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea. (B)

Day 7: Dead Sea

• Day at leisure.
• Optional morning excursion to the baptism site of Jesus in Bethany, on the banks of the River Jordan. (B)

Day 8: Fly to London

• Transfer to the airport and fly from Amman to London with Royal Jordanian Airlines. (B)