Best of Jordan: Dead Sea, Petra & beyond
Embark on a 5-day journey through magnificent Jordan. Combine visits to the highlights of Jordan with camping with the Bedouins in the desert and explore some of the country's hidden gems. Get to know Jordan from a different perspective!
During the trip, you'll visit Madaba with its picturesque mosaics, explore the Dead Sea coast, and see the astonishing Crusader Castle of Karak. Enjoy the breathtaking views in Dana Nature Reserve and Wadi Rum, and discover the world-famous cities of Petra and Jerash.
Enjoy Jordan on a customizable trip and explore a country full of wonder.
Reiseleistungen
Inkludiert:
- 3 nights accommodation in double or twin rooms
- 1 night in a Bedouin camp
- Daily breakfast and meals as per the itinerary
- Private transfers in air-conditioned car with English-speaking guide
- Activities as per the itinerary
Exkludiert:
- Interantional flights
- Visa fees
- Admission fees
- Personal expenses
Optional:
- Dinner with a local family in Petra
Reiseplan im Überblick
Queen Alia International Airport - Dead Sea
Say Hello to Jordan
Wadi Mujib - Dana Nature Reserve - Petra
Explore Dana Nature Reserve
Petra - Wadi Rum
Petra - the pearl of Jordan
Wadi Rum - Amman
Off to Amman!
Amman - Jerash - Queen Alia International Airport
Rome away from Rome - Jerash
Detaillierter Reiseplan
Queen Alia International Airport - Dead Sea
Tag 1: Say Hello to Jordan
Welcome to Jordan! At Queen Alia International Airport, your driver will meet you and drive you to the 4* Sea Spa Hotel, where you will spend the night. En-route you will stop at Madaba. This spectacular town is best known for its world famous Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics and you will have the chance to see them.
Wadi Mujib - Dana Nature Reserve - Petra
Tag 2: Explore Dana Nature Reserve
After a delicious breakfast, your driver will meet you and take you down the Dead Sea Highway, passing the Mujib Canyon. Formed by the Wadi Mujib river over the course of millennia, these picturesque canyons are a stunning sight.
After this pit-stop, you will be driven up into the mountains and stop along the way at the Crusader castle of Karak. It is a notable example of Crusader architecture, a mixture of west European, Byzantine, and Arab designs.
After free time for lunch in the town, you’ll continue along the ancient trade route of the King’s Way and stop at Dana Nature Reserve. Enjoy the diverse landscapes and the rich wildlife in the Reserve. The last stop of the trip is at Little Petra, giving you a taste of tomorrow's amazing sights.
Petra - Wadi Rum
Tag 3: Petra - the pearl of Jordan
Today you will explore the fantastic Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This is a magical place which gives you the opportunity to learn more about this region and its culture.
You can visit The Royal Tombs and make the climb to the viewpoint to look down onto the Treasury as the morning sun illuminates it. Climb up the mountain opposite to the High Place of Sacrifice and take the trail down to the Garden Temple Complex. But the highlight is the Monastery, the largest of Petra’s monuments with its huge and beautifully carved doorways.
At the end of the day, your driver will be waiting to take you south to the beautiful desert of Wadi Rum. Here you’ll spend the night under the stars at a Bedouin camp to see how the locals live. Enjoy the magnificent view!
Wadi Rum - Amman
Tag 4: Off to Amman!
After breakfast, a 4x4 will take you on a tour of the highlights of Wadi Rum desert, a recognized UNESCO site. Visit the Nabatean inscriptions, the canyons, the sand dunes and Lawrence of Arabia’s House.
After exploring Wadi Rum, your driver will pick you up and take you north to the capital of Jordan, Amman. After a late lunch, enjoy a tour around this astonishing city. You will visit the most famous sites, such as the Citadel, the Theater, and the downtown Souks.
Amman - Jerash - Queen Alia International Airport
Tag 5: Rome away from Rome - Jerash
You have the morning at your disposal to visit the beautiful ruins of Jerash. This city is often described as Rome away from Rome and it was one of the greatest Roman settlements.
Take a journey back in time, while exploring the remains of the old Jerash. Visit the Hippodrome, the Theater, the Temples of Artemis and Zeus.
In the afternoon, a car will transfer you to the airport in time to catch your flight back home. Reflect on your memories while you travel and remember that Jordan will always welcome you back!
