A relatively slow paced itinerary combining architecture, culture and relaxation. Visit the Graeco-Roman city of Jerash, float, rejuvenate and have a mud bath at Dead Sea, the lowest point on the earth, unearth the lost city of Petra, enjoy a 4x4 in the Wadi Rum and relax on the beach.
Duration: 7 Nights
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Day 1: Amman
Depart London Heathrow in the afternoon to fly to Amman. Met on arrival at Queen Alia International Airport. Transfer to hotel in Amman
Day 2: Amman/ Ajlun/ Jerash/ Dead Sea (205 Km)
Breakfast. Morning transfer north to visit the village of Ajlun with its fortress and magnificent view into the Jordan Valley. Proceed to visit Jerash, one of the most preserved Graeco-Roman cities in the world. Departure to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the surface of the earth for a swim in its warm salty waters.
Day 3: Dead Sea/ Mt. Nebo/ Madaba/ Petra (290 Km)
Breakfast. Departure south through the king's way, an ancient route that still has marks left from traders, armies and pilgrims who crossed it centuries ago. Visit the Christian Town of Madaba "The City of Mosaics. You will be visiting the St. George church with its mosaic map of the Holy Land from Byzantine times, and the Archaeological Park, which houses the remains of several Byzantine churches, including the amazing mosaics of the Church of the Virgin. The park complex includes a school for the restoration and conservation of ancient mosaics, and take a detour to Mount Nebo, the site of the endearing monastery. Proceed to Petra.
Day 4: Petra
Breakfast. The visit of the ancient Nabatean Capital starts on horseback, followed by a walk through the Siq, a long narrow fissure between two overhanging cliffs. The tour then proceeds to gradually unfold the mysteries of the Red Rose City.
Day 5: Petra/ Wadi Rum/ Aqaba (170 Km)
Breakfast. Departure to Wadi Rum, Jordan's largest desert and one of the most spectacular desert landscapes in the world. Jeep Tour inside the Wadi. Proceed to the gulf city of Aqaba. Evening at leisure.
Day 6: Aqaba
Breakfast. Free day at leisure in Aqaba. Those interested in Scuba Diving or snorkelling can enjoy the sport at one of the world's most conserved coral reefs.
Day 7: Aqaba/ Amman (350 Km)
Breakfast. Free day at leisure in Aqaba. Afternoon transfer back to hotel in Amman.
Day 8: Amman/ Departure (35 Km)
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to fly back to London Heathrow.
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