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Discover all that Jordan has to offer on this private eight-day tour, as you take in the country’s stunning scenery, ancient attractions and fascinating cities. And you can do it all in comfort, thanks to your an air-conditioned car and English-speaking driver.
Go sightseeing in Amman and Aqaba, where you’ll find time-stamped castles, Roman ruins and cultural museums. You’ll visit Mount Nebo – the holy site where Moses is said to be buried – and see the incredible Madaba Map mosaic. Rumble over the sands of Wadi Rum on an exhilarating 4x4 tour, surrounded by rust-coloured dunes and other-worldly cliffs. And, of course, you’ll visit the Lost City of Petra, Jordan’s most famous attraction.
After a busy few days, you can chill out on the beach in Aqaba and go for a dip in the famous Dead Sea – a relaxing end to this incredible Jordan tour.
Once you land in Amman Airport, your English-speaking driver will meet you and take you to your hotel. You’ll spend the night in Jordan’s capital city, Amman, ready to begin your adventure the next day.
Your Jordan tour kicks off with a day in the capital. After breakfast, you’ll set off on a fascinating guided tour of Amman, ticking off the city’s famous landmarks. In the ancient Amman Citadel, your guide will tell you all about the age-old sites, like the 6,000-seat Roman amphitheatre and 8th-century palace. And you can find out more about Jordan’s history in the Archaeological Museum and the Folklore Museum.
The afternoon is yours to spend however you wish. Perhaps you’d like to browse the traditional boutiques of the Downtown area, and tuck into a delicious authentic dinner? You’ll spend the night in Amman.
After breakfast, you’ll set off for Mount Nebo. One of the most sacred sites in Jordan, this holy spot is where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land – and he’s also rumoured to be buried here. As well as boasting sweeping views, Mount Nebo has an ancient Byzantine church, which Pope John Paul II visited in 2001.
Next, you’ll visit St George’s Church in Madaba. This 19th-century church was unknowingly built on the site of a much earlier 6th-century Byzantine church, and the builders miraculously uncovered the Madaba Map. Crafted in 56AD, this ancient mosaic shows all the major biblical sites of the Middle East.
Your driver will then take you to Petra, where you’ll spend the night.
Today will probably be one of the highlights of your Jordan tour. After breakfast, you’ll be able to explore the Lost City of Petra – a UNESCO-protected site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Estimated to have been built in the 5th century BC, this place is truly remarkable. You’ll be amazed by Petra’s intricate temples, ancient tombs and grand monasteries – not to mention the surrounding desert, winding canyons and blush-coloured cliffs. It’s sure to be somewhere you’ll never forget.
After a busy day, you’ll spend the night in Petra.
Once you’ve had breakfast, it’s time to head towards Wadi Rum. Made famous by its appearance in Lawrence of Arabia, this incredible landscape looks like something from another planet – which is probably why it also starred as Mars in The Martian. You’ll embark on a two-hour Jeep tour of the desert, passing dramatic cliffs, strange rock formations and sweeping orange dunes. You can explore deep canyons and even see 4,000-year-old rock paintings.
You’ll then travel on to Aqaba, where you’ll stay the night.
You can spend your day in Aqaba however you wish. Jordan’s only coastal city is brushed by the Red Sea, and has become a popular spot for diving, snorkelling and watersports. Don a mask and flippers and swim among bright corals, tropical fish and turtles – or you could go on a glass-bottomed boat trip and admire them from above.
Alternatively, spend your day sightseeing. It’s worth visiting Aqaba Fort – sometimes called Aqaba Castle – which was built by Crusaders in the 12th century. You should also make time for Aqaba Archaeological Museum, if you want to learn more about the city’s fascinating past.
You’ll spend the night in Aqaba.
After breakfast, you’ll journey towards the Dead Sea. The lowest place on Earth, the Dead Sea is famous for its unnaturally high levels of salt. The water is so dense that it’s physically impossible for you to sink. Instead, you’ll float effortlessly on the surface. The Dead Sea is also full of minerals – 12 of which can’t be found anywhere else – so your skin will feel revitalized afterwards.
This relaxing day is the perfect way to round off your Jordan tour – and you’ll be staying in a hotel nearby, so there’s no need to travel again.
After a leisurely breakfast, your driver will take you to Amman Airport.
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All content and services, including overnight hotels and number of nights, are subject to change and may vary from the inclusions as shown in the itinerary. Specified hotels/content/services are therefore not guaranteed, however we and our suppliers undertake to ensure that any alternatives provided will always be of a similar standard or content/service type.