Discover Jordan: 8 days cultural tour

After breakfast, begin your day with a guided tour of Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. Walk through the impressive Oval Plaza, Hadrian’s Arch, and colonnaded streets, soaking in ancient Roman architecture and rich heritage. Next, head to Ajloun, home to the 12th-century Ajloun Castle and scenic green hills. Enjoy panoramic views, explore the Ajloun Forest Reserve, and savor authentic Jordanian cuisine. Return to Amman and visit the Amman Citadel, a must-see archaeological site featuring the Temple of Hercules and the Umayyad Palace. A walking tour in the centre of Amman allows you to discover the local culture and the old market next to Grand Husseini Mosque. Dinner at Tawaheen Al-Hawa restaurant and return to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Kaya Hotel 4* or similar.
Optional upgrade: Hilton Amman 4* superior or W Hotel 5*.

Begin your day in Madaba, the "City of Mosaics," where you'll marvel at the famous mosaic map of Jerusalem in the Church of St. George. Another exiting visit to St Johns Church belonging to the Patriarchate of Jerusalem, as a Shrine of the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist. Next, travel to Mount Nebo, where Moses once stood, to take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the Holy Land. Continue your journey south to explore the impressive 12th-century Crusader fortress of Kerak Castle. Your day concludes in Petra, just in time to witness a spectacular sunset over the mountains.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Villa Maria Lodge 3* superior or similar.

• Optional experience: Lunch with a Christian family in Madaba.
• Optional experience: Hike in Wadi bin Hamad (then only view on Kerak Castle).

Today it is time for a visit to Petra. It is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit destination in Jordan. Renowned for its stunning rock-cut architecture and water conduit system, this ancient city was the thriving capital of the Nabataeans. Visitors are captivated by the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh), the intricate facades carved into pink sandstone cliffs, and the sprawling archaeological site that includes temples, tombs, and an amphitheater. Explore Petra’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes as you journey through its narrow canyons and expansive ruins. After breakfast, the guide will take you for a three hour tour in Petra. From the entrance through the Siq, along the Theatre and the Colonnaded street to Qasr al Bint. From there you have free time to explore Petra by yourself. The guide will show you the way to the High Place of Sacrifice. When you get there you can have a stunning panoramic view over the lower archeological site of Petra.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Villa Maria Lodge 3* superior or similar.

• Optional experience: Petra by Night. A magical evening where the Siq and Treasury are illuminated by thousands of candles. (Sunday to Thursday).

Your second day begins with a short drive to Little Petra, where you will start a scenic hike on the Back Road trail. This route leads you to a spectacular entry point into Petra at the Monastery (Ad Deir). This is one of Petra's most impressive monuments, carved high into the cliff face and standing at approximately 48 meters tall. After visiting the Monastery, you'll have time to descend to the Basin and explore some of the sites you may have missed on your first day, such as the Temple of the Winged Lions, the mosaics in the Byzantine Church and the Royal tombs. At the end of the day back to Wadi Musa for free time to visit the small town of Wadi Musa or back to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Villa Maria Lodge 3* superior or similar.

• Optional experience: Petra by Night. A magical evening where the Siq and Treasury are illuminated by thousands of candles. (Sunday to Thursday).

Following breakfast, drive to Wadi Rum, where a local Bedouin guide warmly welcomes you. A 4x4 excursion through the desert unveils its captivating landscapes during a three-hour adventure. In the afternoon, enjoy a three-hour walk in this enchanting desert, renowned for its stunning colors, as you witness the dunes' magnificent transformation during sunset. It was in these very landscapes that Lawrence of Arabia and his Bedouin allies resisted the Turkish occupiers. Wadi Rum's ever-changing vistas offer breathtaking views, especially at sunset. Savor a Bedouin dinner and a night under the starry sky at your Wadi Rum camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Quiet Village Camp or similar. Upgrade Martian tent in Desert Season Camp.

• Optional experience: Lunch with a Bedouin family in the Wadi Rum desert.
• Optional experience: Camel ride through the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum.

Scenic transfer from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea where you can experience the unique sensation of floating in the mineral-rich waters of the lowest point on Earth. Return to Madaba for some souvenir shopping and to spend your last evening of your Jordan journey.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Mosaic Hotel 3* or similar
Our suggestion: You can also choose to stay in a hotel at the Dead Sea to conclude your Jordan tour.

• Optional experience: Exiting buggy ride in the Wadi Araba desert.
• Optional experience: Semi aquatic hike in Wadi al Hassa with a guide (3 hours)

Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast