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Delight in all the desert offers during this 7-day guided tour. Journey to Jerash, a short jaunt from Amman, to see the Greco-Roman city up close and explore the ruins of the Temples of Artemis and Zeus. Ascend to one of the holiest sites in Jordan, the 11,929-foot-tall Mount Nebo, where Moses once stood to see the Promised Land. Walk through the secret passages of the 12th-century fortress of Shobak and survey the desert that surrounds you. Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, a city carved from red rocks and lost in time: Traverse a gorge to the city’s Treasury, an ornate tomb, and through a canyon to its Roman Amphitheatre, which once seated thousands of spectators. Back in Amman, enjoy a city tour that leads you to the ruins of Citadel Hill, with spectacular views of the city below, or take a guided street-art tour and see the incredible graffiti.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Arrive in Amman
Touch down in Jordan’s white-stone capital, Amman, a city where ancient history blends seamlessly with modern life. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy time to relax or wander the lively boulevards at your own pace. In the evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a welcome dinner.
Hotel: Amman Rotana Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Exploring Amman and Jerash
After breakfast depart for Iraq Al-Amir for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Visit a women's cooperative involving women and girls from nearby Wadi Al Seer villages. The association provides training and work opportunities for women in the region. Then, the journey to Jerash reveals the most beautifully preserved example of a Greco-Roman city still in existence. Enter through Hadrian's Arch to explore the grand ruins of the Temples of Artemis and Zeus, where you can listen to the Whispering Column. Overlook the vast Oval Plaza and Cardo Maximus, the key Roman road. Enjoy an al fresco lunch of natural produce and family recipes at Beit Khairat Souf, during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This women-owned cafe is combatting female unemployment and aims to build a strong community of women leaders. Return to Amman where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Hotel: Amman Rotana Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3
Mount Nebo, Madaba, Shobak and on to Petra
Continue to Mount Nebo, one of the most revered holy sites of Jordan, where Moses is said to have stood and gazed upon the Promised Land. In Madaba, visit the famous Greek Orthodox Church of St. George with its remarkable 6th-century mosaic map depicting the entire Holy Land, stretching from Jordan and Palestine in the north to Egypt in the south. Afterwards, indulge in a Farm-to-Table lunch with fresh local organic produce, and learn how the hosts connect with local farmers to build a community of conscious food producers. Follow the King's Highway to visit Shobak, an authentic 12th-century Crusader fortress perched on the side of a rocky mountain. Admire the towers and Arabic calligraphy on the external walls before stepping inside to discover the original Crusader chapel, palace complex, and even a set of secret passages. Later, head south for one of the highlights of your journey: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Hotel: Grand Mercure Petra Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Exploring the Lost City of Petra
This day is devoted to the beautiful ‘rose-red city, half as old as time'. Enter this lost city through a narrow gorge, the Siq, with walls that rise up to 200 metres. Emerge from the path to see the magnificent Treasury (Al-Khazneh), Petra’s most iconic monument, carved out of solid rock and standing over 40 metres high. Wind your way through the canyon to explore the ancient tombs and the Roman Amphitheatre, which once seated 3,000 spectators. Tonight, savour authentic Jordanian flavours during a traditional Bedouin-style dinner in the desert with locals, set against the stunning backdrop at the Ammarin Bedouin camp.
Hotel: Grand Mercure Petra Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
Wadi Rum with the Bedouin
Head to Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon and a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised for its natural drama and cultural significance. Enjoy a jeep safari through its majestic, red-hued, Mars-like desert landscape, where you will see stunning rock formations and learn about the history of the area and the local Bedouin culture. In Aqaba, Jordan's only coastal town, delve into mosaic designs during a Stone Mosaic Class—an ancient Jordanian tradition that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past.
Hotel: Mövenpick Resort & Residence Aqaba
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
Amman
After breakfast, depart for Amman and explore with Insight Choice. Choose to join a guided sightseeing experience, highlighting the city’s history, architecture and culture. Alternatively, explore Amman's street art scene on a guided graffiti walking tour. Later, settle in at your hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner to celebrate the end of your Jordanian adventure.
Hotel: Mövenpick Resort & Residence Aqaba
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7
Depart Amman
After breakfast, you are transferred to Amman Airport for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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- Superior dining in top-rated restaurants
- Daily breakfasts and many relaxed morning starts after 9am
- 24/7 personal service from a knowledgeable Travel Director and expert Driver
- ‘Business Class’-style coaches with extended legroom*
- Insider Access, Insightful Encounters and Insight Choice experiences
- Local discovery with English-speaking Local Experts
- Porterage plus tips and gratuities at hotels and restaurants included
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