Day 01 : Queen Alia Airport - Amman &Overnight
Arrival to Amman Airport. Meet and assist by our representative as you qualify for the free Visa to Jordan as you are staying 2 or more consecutive nights. Our representative will take you to meet your driver.
Transfer 30mins to Amman.
Overnight hotel in Amman including breakfast.
Optional Activities : Depending on the arrival time of your flight you might like to consider an optional tour such as Amman City Tour. Or you can move the whole itinerary forward by 1 day and have an extra day in Petra.
Meals today : no meals included
Day 02 : Amman - Jerash - Ajloun - Umm Qais - Amman & Overnight
Breakfast at the hotel.
Your driver will meet you in the lobby of the hotel in the morning.
Drive 50 km in the north to Jerash, the well preserved city of the Roman Empire, often called Pompeii of the East. Initially built by Alexander the Great, the town started to prosper after the Roman conquest, and was one of the Decapolis cities in northern Jordan. You will have a 1.5 hr guided tour in Jerash. Visit Hadrian's Arch, built in 130 AD to honor the visit of Emperor Hadrian. Pass the Hippodrome offering space for 15,000 spectators, the impressing Forum, continue to the Temple of Artemis, which columns are 12 meters high and each drum weights 20-40 tons. Other highlights are the Colonnaded Street and the Nymphaeum.
Then transfer through a beautiful pine-forest and olive groves, reaching the city of Ajloun, here you will find Al-Rabid Castle; the 12th century Castle built by one of Saladin’s lieutenants in the campaign against the Crusaders. You will explore the castle by yourself. It is an easy site to explore by yourself.
Your driver will continue to drive you up North to Um Qais, which is situated on the border with Israel, offering impressive views over the Golan Heights and the Sea of Galilee. Umm Qais is the site of the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gadara, a member of the Decapolis. The city is mentioned in the New Testament as the site where Jesus cast out demons and sent them into pigs, who then ran into the sea. The ruins boast an impressive Colonnaded Street, a vaulted terrace and the remains of two theatres. You will explore this site by yourself. It is easy to navigate around and the main features have information boards to help you.
You will then be transferred 1.5 hours back to Amman.
Overnight Amman Hotel including breakfast
Meals today : B
Day 03 : Amman - Madaba - Mt Nebo - Wadi Al Mujib Viewpoint - Karak - Dana - Petra & Overnight
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today you will travel to Petra on the Kings Hwy a route that has been in use for centuries. Your Driver will pick you up from the hotel at 8:00 and transfer you to Madaba .Best known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, Madaba is home to the famous 6th century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. With two million pieces of vividly coloured local stone, it depicts hills and valleys, villages and towns as far as the Nile Delta. The Madaba Mosaic Map covers the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, which is located northwest of the city centre. The church was built in 1896 AD, over the remains of a much earlier 6th century Byzantine church. The mosaic panel enclosing the Map was originally around 15.6 X 6m, 94 sqm only about a quarter of which is preserved.
You will then proceed to Mount Nebo where Moses is said to have stood and looked out to the Promised Land. On a clear day you can look out over the Dead Sea and all the way to Jerusalem.
Continuing down the Kings Hwy you will stop at the WadiMujib viewpoint. Known as the Grand Canyon of Jordan this is an expansive valley and offers great views.
Drive to Karak where you will visit Karak Castle the famous Crusader castle built in 1132/34 by King Baldwin I. of Jerusalem.
Stop at the Dana viewpoint before continuing to Petra.
Overnight Petra hotel including breakfast
Meals today : B
Day 04 : Petra Full Day Visit – Petra & Overnight
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today , visit Petra , This fascinating ancient Nabatean capital dominated long time the Arabian trade routes, and is a must see in the Middle East. With your English speaking guide, walk through the 1.2km long Siq (chasm), passing shrines, tombs and carvings, to reach the lost city of Petra. See the magnificent Treasury as you exit the Siq, explore the Street of Facades, Roman Theatre, Colonnaded Street and end your 03 hour guided tour at Qasr Bint. You will then have free time to explore further on your own. There are still plenty of places to see such as the Byzantine Church, Temple of the Winged Lion’s and you might like to climb the 800 steps to the Monastery or the shorter climb to the top of the High Place of Sacrifice.
Overnight Petra hotel including breakfast
Meals today : B
Day 05 : Petra - Little Petra - Wadi Rum - Dinner & Overnight
Breakfast at the hotel.
You will be transferred to Little Petra which has some fine examples of bicliniums and tricliniums (dining halls) and also has some of the last remaining Nabatean fresco works located on the ceilings of one the bicliniums.
Your driver will drive you approximately 1.5 hours to Wadi Rum.
Enjoy the wilderness adventure of a 4x4 jeep tour of Wadi Rum, following in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia, climbing sand dunes and rock bridges. Start the 04-05 Hours 4x4 tour with our local Bedouin who is your driver. The sites you are going to visit are :
-Nabatean Temple
-Lawrence Spring
-Sand Dunes
-Khazali Canyon
-Little Bridge
-Um Frouth Rock Bridge
-Lawrence House
-Burdah Rock Bridge/Burdah Arch & more
You will enjoy a box lunch during the 4x4 tour.
On the way back 01 Hour Camel Riding is optional (10 JD/15 USD per hour per camel)
Overnight at Wadi Rum including dinner and breakfast
Meals today : B, L, D
Day 06 : Wadi Rum - Bethany - Dead Sea & Overnight
Enjoy breakfast and sunrise at the camp.
You will meet your driver again at Wadi Rum Village and be transferred 3.5hrs to the Dead Sea area. You will visit Bethany beyond the Jordan where John the Baptist is said to have baptized Jesus in the River Jordan.
It is then a short drive to your hotel at the Dead Sea.
Free afternoon to enjoy the facilities of the hotel and experience the unique sensation of floating in the Dead Sea.
Overnight hotel at the Dead Sea including breakfast
Meals today : B
Day 07 : Dead Sea - Queen Alia Airport & Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time to rest and relax at the hotel.
Your driver will pick you up and transfer you 01 hour to Amman Airport for your departing flight
Meals today : B
Rate Per Person in USD$ sharing the trip in Double/Twin/Triple Rooms. (Single Supplement included in 1 person rate.) |
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# of Pax/Guests |
Type of Vehicle |
Season |
Flat Rate |
Low Season |
High Season |
Low Season |
High Season |
From - To |
Guide(s) Option |
3* Hotels |
4* Hotels |
4* Hotels |
5* Hotels |
5* Hotels |
|
1 Pax Only |
Sedan 4 Seats |
Local Spot Guide(s) |
$1,861 |
$2,061 |
$2,243 |
$2,465 |
$2,855 |
2 Pax |
Sedan 4 Seats |
Local Spot Guide(s) |
$1,062 |
$1,156 |
$1,265 |
$1,385 |
$1,605 |
3 Pax |
Sedan 4 Seats |
Local Spot Guide(s) |
$862 |
$956 |
$1,061 |
$1,181 |
$1,393 |
4 Pax |
Mini Van 7 Seats |
Local Spot Guide(s) |
$830 |
$924 |
$1,028 |
$1,148 |
$1,358 |
5 Pax |
Mini Van 7 Seats |
Local Spot Guide(s) |
$757 |
$851 |
$953 |
$1,073 |
$1,280 |
6 Pax |
Mini Van 7 Seats |
Local Spot Guide(s) |
$708 |
$802 |
$903 |
$1,023 |
$1,228 |
# Dinner/Lunches |
Single Room Supplement |
$170 |
$260 |
$305 |
$390 |
$490 |
|
5 |
HB /Dinners Supplement |
$50 |
$60 |
$75 |
$150 |
$175 |
|
4 |
Lunch Supplement |
$40 |
$40 |
$40 |
$40 |
$40 |
(*) Rates, Notes, Payment, Terms and conditions : |
Rates above are per person sharing double/twin/triple based on BB basis* in USD$. (Single supplement included in 1 person rate) * If Overnight at Wadi Rum, Little Petra, Nature Reserves, Eco Lodges, Homestays the rate is HB (dinner is included) Please check HB and lunches supplement. Consider the Single Room Supplement. The rates for 3* Hotels is FLAT rate and valid for all seasons. The rates for 4*/5* have LOW & HIGH seasons The above prices are not valid during Christian Holidays, New Year's Eve and some Holidays, please contact us * Please contact us in case of children joining the tour and provide us the age of each. Also in case of sharing the beds or not Terms & Conditions & Payment methods and Cancelation Policy available on our website : https://www.johtt.com/travel-advices In Wadi Rum, in case of 4* & 5* Hotels rate, the rate is based on Standard Luxury Tent. Star gazing tent supplement to be advised Optional Tours and excursions are available on this link : https://www.johtt.com/our-tours-2/42-jht-optional The Hotels/accommodation to be used, check : https://www.johtt.com/travel-advices/17-travel-advices/47-accommodation Low Seasons for 4*/5* : 6th Jan - 28th Feb. / 1st June - 20th Aug. / 20th Nov. - 20th Dec. (High season the rest) |
* Rate Includes the following : |
Meet and assist service upon arrival by our representative(s), if arrival through any airports or borders Free visa on arrival (Waived visa) All transfers based on private air-conditioned vehicles (A/C, Wifi, Water) with english speaking, assisting driver Entrance fees for sites listed in itinerary. (If you have the Jordan pass, then they will be deducted) 2.5 hour guided tour in Petra with local spot guide 1.5 hour guided tour in Jerash with local spot guide 4x4 tour in Wadi Rum for approximately 4 hours by local Bedouin driver with box lunch/Lunch 6 night/s Accommodation based on BB (breakfasts only) . (Except for Wadi Rum, Little Petra etc are HB : dinners and breakfasts) |
* Rate DOES NOT Include the following : |
Dinners & lunches (in case of BB rate) & drinks during included meals. (Except for Wadi Rum, Little Petra etc which are HB) All kinds of Tips for the driver and guide(s) , please check this link for details : https://www.johtt.com/travel-advices/17-travel-advices/77-tipping-gratuity-in-jordan Travel Insurance, Personal expenses, or Optional Tours : https://www.johtt.com/our-tours/42-jht-optional Any item not listed as included or Jordan Departure/border/tax when applied Israeli Border / Departure Tax when applied & the shuttle bus If crossing between Israel / Jordan …etc (when applicable) |
(*) Optional Tours : |
Petra trails , please check this link for all trails available on request : https://www.johtt.com/our-tours-2/21-petra-guided-trails-tours-while-you-are-in-petra-by-jht Wadi Rum optional tours, please check : https://www.johtt.com/our-tours-2/22-wadi-rum-tours-by-jht Optional Tours/Activities while in Jordan : https://www.johtt.com/our-tours-2/42-jht-optional |