Tour Description

Ajloun, the Islamic castle stands on top of 1123 meter high Jabel Auf. It was built in 1185 by the famous General Sultan Salah Ad-din to protect the country against the Crusader attacks and to secure the pilgrim routes & was re-built on XIII century after Mongol destruction.
Jerash, the best example of a Roman provincial city in the Middle East, which is only 50 km north of Amman.Jerash was built by Alexander the Great in 332BC and started to prosper after the Roman conquest in 63BC. The Artemis Temple, the theatres, the Colonnaded Street and many other ancient buildings give you the feeling of the great civilization and the history of the region.
Amman, capital of Jordan, to see the Citadel, roman theatre, the old city and the main streets and avenues, stroll through the busy souqs, then passing by the houses in the residential areas Abdoun (PANORAMIC TOUR).
Madaba, well known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Especially popular in Madaba is the 6th century mosaic map of Palestine on the floor of the orthodox St. George's Church.
Mount Nebo, not far from Madaba. Mt. Nebo where Prophet Moses gazed across the Promised Land and also where he later died, here one can also find the remains of a church from the 4th century and a monastery with magnificent mosaics. From the mountain enjoy a panoramic view of the Holy Land; usually Jericho is visible and on clear days Jerusalem is visible too. The importance of the place lies in being the last place visited by Moses. Continue drive to Petra. Overnight
Red Rose City of Petra, the capital of the Nabataeans. During the visit, discover the most important and representative monuments carved into the rock by the Nabataeans. The Treasury, famous and internationally known monument featured in the Indiana Jones film The Last Crusade movie, the Tombs of colors, the Royal Tombs, the Monastery. Petra is one of those places in the world where you have to go at least once in a life time.
Wadi Rum. the desert of Lawrence of Arabia.
Dead Sea 400m below sea level is mainly supplied by water from the Jordan River.

Minimum 2 Guests
Solo Traveller Supplement Applies

Standard Hotel
USD1250 per person on twin-share basis
USD1720 Single Room

Superior Hotel
USD1530 per person on twin-share basis
USD2235 Single Room

High Season - PEAK RATES APPLY on the following dates
01 MAR-31 MAY 12 SEP- 20 NOV 19 DEC -08 JAN 2023
Standard Hotel
USD1385 per person on twin-share basis
USD1890 Single Room

Superior Hotel
USD1790 per person on twin-share basis
USD2490 Single Room

Tour Highlights

Amman
Ajloun Castle
Roman City of Jerash
Madaba
Mount Nebo
Petra
Little Petra
Wadi Rum
4WD Jeep Safari
Dead Sea

Day 1: Arrival Day Amman

SUNDAY OR WEDNESDAY
Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport - Amman
Our Pink Lotus Tours representative will meet and assist with visa formalities.
Once you have collected your luggage you will be transferred to your hotel.
Standard Hotel: Mena Tyche
Superior Hotel: Land Mark
(or similar, subject to availability)

Day 2: Amman-Ajloun-Jerash

Breakfast at hotel.
Depart to Ajloun, the Islamic castle Ajloun stands on top of 1123 meter high Jabel Auf. It was built in 1185 by the famous General Sultan Salah Ad-din to protect the country against the Crusader attacks and to secure the pilgrim routes & was re-built on XIII century after Mongol destruction.
Continue driving to the one of Decapolis Cities, Jerash, the best example of a Roman provincial city in the Middle East, which is only 50 km north of Amman. Jerash was built by Alexander the Great in 332BC and started to prosper after the Roman conquest in 63BC. The Artemis Temple, the theatres, the Colonnaded Street and many other ancient buildings give you the feeling of the great civilization and the history of the region.
End of day tour, return back to Amman.
Dinner at hotel

Day 3: Madaba-Mount Nebo-Petra

Breakfast at hotel
City Tour of Amman, capital of Jordan, to see the Citadel, roman theatre, the old city and the main streets and avenues, stroll through the busy souqs, then passing by the houses in the residential areas Abdoun (PANORAMIC TOUR).
Continue drive to Madaba, well known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Especially popular in Madaba is the 6th century mosaic map of Palestine on the floor of the orthodox St. George's Church. Continue to Mount Nebo, not far from Madaba. Mt. Nebo where Prophet Moses gazed across the Promised Land and also where he later died, here one can also find the remains of a church from the 4th century and a monastery with magnificent mosaics. From the mountain enjoy a panoramic view of the Holy Land; usually Jericho is visible and on clear days Jerusalem is visible too. The importance of the place lies in being the last place visited by Moses.
Continue drive to Petra and check-in to hotel
Standard Hotel: P Quattro
Superior Hotel: Nabatean Castle
(or similar, subject to availability)

Day 4: Rose City of Petra

Breakfast at hotel
Visit the Red Rose City, the capital of the Nabataeans. During the visit, discover the most important and representative monuments carved into the rock by the Nabataeans. The Treasury, famous and internationally known monument featured in the Indiana Jones film The Last Crusade movie, the Tombs of colors, the Royal Tombs, the Monastery. Petra is one of those places in the world where you have to go at least once in a life time.
Dinner at hotel

Day 5: Little Petra-Wadi Rum

Breakfast and departure to the nearby town of Al BEIDA, also known as LITTLE PETRA. Visit of this caravanserais.
Continue towards Wadi Rum. After 1 hour and 30 minutes of road, we reached the desert of Lawrence of Arabia.
4WD Jeep Safari The visit lasts two hours, and is carried out in 4 x 4 vehicles driven by Bedouins, (6 people per car) consists of a small incursion into the lunar landscape of this desert. On our walk we will observe the wonders that nature has done and the erosion of rocks and sand.
At the end of the visit, continue to the camp.
Dinner and Accommodation
Wadi Rum Desert Camp: Campamento

Day 6: Wadi Rum to Dead Sea

Breakfast at the camp then drive to the Dead sea the lowest point on earth, about 400m below sea level. The Dead Sea is mainly supplied by water from the Jordan River. While it is an experience to bath without sinking, the mineral-rich Dead Sea offers more; as it was one of the first spas in the world. Herod the Great, king of Judaea used it in the 1st century BC as health treatment. The water and the special conditions of the area have positive effects on dermatological and rheumatic diseases.
Free time at leisure.
Dinner and overnight
Standard Hotel: Holiday Inn
Superior Hotel: Movenpick
(or similar, subject to availability)

Day 7: Dead Sea

Free time in the Dead Sea
Some interesting facts,
Dead Sea Mud is some of the most mineral-rich mud on Earth, containing a total of 21 minerals! The list of minerals includes sodium, magnesium, calcium, bromine, iodine, zinc, bitumen, sulfur, and potassium. Many of these minerals have known therapeutic, detoxifying, relieving, and healing properties.
Floating in the Dead Sea is a unique experience but there are some thngs to remember
1. Bring an old or not so favourite swimsuit as the salt will tarnish and metal clips and the mud coukld stain them
2. Never get the salt in your eyes
3. Salt and mud is great for your skin but follow the guidelines for the length of time
3. Bring some rubber shoes as the salt crystals can be rough on the feet

Day 8: Departure Day

After breakfast, checkout of hotel and transfer to Queen Alia International Airport

Package Includes

Accommodation at selected Hotels on a HB Basis except 1st night on a BB basis
Transfers and transportation by modern car, van, mini bus, coach
Entrance fees for visits indicated in the program
Horses at Petra (tip not included)
05 days escort guide from day 2 till 6

Package Excludes

International Flights and Travel Insurance
Lunches (allow USD20 per day)
Drinks & extras
Personal expenses & Insurances
Tips for Guide, Driver, Hotels etc
Tipping for horses at Petra if applicable
Tipping for drivers at Jeep Safari
Tax and visa