Day 1- Arrival
Dublin International Airport to Istanbul Airport
Fly into Amman-Marka International Airport
Meet and assist at Queen Alia International Airport (Amman Airport) by our staff and transfer to your next destination.
Day 1- Four Seasons Hotel, Amman
Located between the prestigious Al Sweifiyah residential area and the Shmeisani financial district the Four Seasons Hotel is just 30 minutes from the International Airport. Between the prestigious Al Sweifiyah residential area and the Shmeisani financial district, Four Seasons offers Amman’s finest setting for business or leisure. Its dramatic hilltop location presents breathtaking views of the surrounding cityscape. The Four Seasons Hotel Amman offers a regal environment and a pampering staff that will make every stay memorable.
Day 2- Amman Hotel – Jerash Visit – Ajloun Visit – Amman Overnight
Breakfast in Amman hotel.
Jerash / The Greco Roman city of Jerash known as Gerasa in ancient times is 45km north of Amman. Entry to the site is through the imposing Hadrian Arch erected to honor the visit of Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD. A tour of the city will include visits to the Hippodrome, the Oval Forum with its 56 Ionic columns, the Temple of Zeus, the 5000-seat South Theater, the Colonnaded Street and the Temple of Artemis.
Visit Highlights:
- Hadrian’s Arch.
- Temple of Artemis.
- Oval Plaza.
- Colonnaded street.
- Temple of Zeus.
- South and North theaters.
- Hippodrome.
- The Jerash Archaeological Museum that displays artifacts excavated from the site.
Visit Duration: 3 Hours Average
Difficulty Level: Medium
Ajloun
One of Jordan’s most scenic areas north of Amman. An evergreen landscape of hills and forests filled with local oak, pine and carob trees. On one of Ajloun highest hills lies the Rabbad Castle – an Islamic military fortress built by Saladin’s army to defend against the invading Crusaders. A great examples of Medieval Islamic architecture, with large gates, vaulted ceilings, towers, and wall slits acting as fortified windows for archers.
Visit Highlights:
Visit Duration: 1 Hour Average
Difficulty Level: Medium
Overnight in Amman hotel
Day 3- Amman Hotel – Desert Castles Visit – Amman City Tour – Amman Overnight
Breakfast in Amman hotel.
Desert Castles
Every desert castle in the eastern region of Jordan, tells a unique tale – through its art & architecture – of life of regional rulers during the early Islamic periods. Quseir Amra, Qasr Al Kharraneh, the Castle of Azraq and other castles scattered in the desert, served various purposes as caravan stations, lodges, outposts and trade centers.
Visit Highlights:
- Quseir Amra.
- Qasr Al Kharraneh.
- Qasr Al Azraq.
Visit Duration: 3 Hours Average
Difficulty Level: Low
Amman
A modern capital with a population of around 4 million people. It’s been inhabited since the Neolithic period and was also known as Rabath Ammon in the Iron age and Philadelphia during the Greek & Roman times. The Citadel- located on one of Amman’s hills – is home to the Roman Hercules Temple and Islamic Ummayad Palace. The Citadel overlooks the Roman Amphitheater in downtown Amman, which is cut into the side of a hill and seats more than 6000 spectators.
Visit Highlights:
- The Citadel (Temple of Hercules, Umayyad palace & Byzantine church). • Roman amphitheatre.
- Downtown gold souk and old city market.
Visit Duration: 3 Hours Average
Difficulty Level: Low
Overnight in Amman hotel.
Day 4- Amman Hotel – Madaba Visit – Mount Nebo Visit – Dead Sea Overnight
Breakfast in Amman hotel.
Madaba
The town of Madaba lies south of Amman along the ancient Kings Highway. The city is known for its spectacular collection of Byzantine Mosaics. The Greek Orthodox Church of St George in the center of the town houses the famous Byzantine era mosaic map of the Holy Land depicting valleys, hills and villages from Jerusalem to the Nile. Other churches and location around the town host other colorful mosaics.
Visit Highlights:
- Church of St. George- 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land in the Greek Orthodox. • Apostles church.
Visit Duration: 1 Hour Average
Difficulty Level: Low
Mount Nebo
Reputed to be Moses’ burial place after he saw the “Promised Land”. From the Franciscan Church built on the remains of the Byzantine Monastery, there is a commanding view of the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and the hills of the Holy Land. The interior of the church contains remnants of mosaic floors from different periods.
Visit Highlights:
- Byzantine basilica.
- Archaeological museum.
- Old monastery grounds.
- Scenic view of the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea with 4th-century mosaic cross.
Visit Duration: 1:20 Hour Average
Difficulty Level: Low
Overnight in Dead Sea Hotel.
Day 5- Dead Sea Hotel – Baptism Site Visit – Petra Overnight
Breakfast at Dead Sea Hotel.
Baptism Site (Al-Maghtas)
A unique Christian pilgrimage site associated with the baptism of Jesus Christ. It is known as the location where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist and is considered the place of the spiritual birth of Jesus Christ.
Visit Highlights:
- Baptism basins.
- Elijah’s Hill.
- Baptism site of Jesus Christ.
- Jordan River.
Visit Duration: 2:30 Hours Average
Difficulty Level: Low
Overnight in Petra hotel.
Day 6- Petra Hotel – Petra Visit – Petra Overnight
Breakfast in Petra Hotel.
Petra
The capital city of the Nabatean Arabs is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world and Jordan’s national treasure. Petra –which means Rose Red City, gets its name from the color of the rocky mountains the city is carved into. The city prospered in the 1st century AD through the trade of frankincense, myrrh, and spices. The Romans annexed the thriving city but abandoned it in mid of the 4th century after a strong earthquake hit the city. The city was rediscovered by a Swiss explorer Johannes Burckhardt in 1812. Today Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is visited by thousands of people every day.
Visit Highlights:
- The Siq.
- Al Khazneh (The Treasury), a temple with an ornate 45m-high Greek-style façade. • Royal tombs.
- Amphitheatre.
- Colonnaded street.
- Qasr Al Bint.
- Extra free time to explore, visit the “Dier” or monastery.
Visit Duration: 4 Hours Average
Difficulty Level: Medium
Overnight in Petra hotel.
3 Hours Jeep in Wadi Rum
The Bedouin jeep ride is an excellent opportunity to discover the different colors of Wadi Rum, the natural arches, the canyons, the cliffs, the source of Lawrence, petroglyphs and inscriptions which allow us to trace the beginnings of alphabetic writing and the evolution of human thought, of his pastoral, agricultural and urban activities in the region
Aqaba is sunny almost all year round. This location is a beautiful bay-side city with a lot of diversity, from exciting and dynamic water-based adventures to camping out in the tranquil desert. The resort is within walking distance to the shopping and business districts of downtown Aqaba and will enjoy direct access to an array of leisure or sporting and entertainment facilities.
Day 7- Petra Hotel – Wadi Rum Visit – Wadi Rum Overnight
Breakfast in Petra Hotel.
Wadi Rum
A colorful desert with sandstone mountains and sheer cliffs that resemble a landscape from Mars. It’s a unique landscape that has been the backdrop of several Hollywood films over the years. Tourists flock to this desert to enjoy watching sunsets, desert safaris, trekking, camping and other adventurous activities.
Visit Highlights:
- Natural rockscapes.
- Sand dunes.
- Ancient inscriptions.
4×4 Pickup Tour Highlights:
- Burdah Rock Bridge.
- Khazali Canyon and prehistoric inscriptions and carvings.
- Tea with bedouins.
- Lawrence’s spring, a natural watering hole.
Visit Duration: 2 Hours Average
Difficulty Level: Low
Overnight in Wadi Rum Safari Camp
Day 8- Wadi Rum Camp – Aqaba Free Time – Aqaba Overnight
Breakfast in Wadi Rum camp.
Free time in Aqaba.
Overnight in Aqaba hotel.
Day 9- Aqaba Free Day
Free day in Aqaba.
Day 10- Aqaba Hotel – Aqaba Airport Departure
