Jordan Silk Road

Jordan Silk Road

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Jordan Silk Road

9 Days Starting in Amman and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: The Archaeological Site of Jerash, Madaba, Kerak Castle, Wadi Musa, Wadi Rum Village, Aqaba, Dead Sea

Tour operator:

Desert Moon Tours

Tour code:

JSR

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium, Medium pace

Age range:

16-85

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal, gluten free , Vegetarian

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Luxury, Small Group

From: $1700 $1646 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$54

NB: Prices correct on 10-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

-Travel with history back into different eras. -Visit the Umayyad desert castles 7th c. A.D. -Wander in old souks of Amman and Roman Theatre. -Walk among the colorful canyon of Petra to the Treasury. -Travelling off the beaten tracks of Wadi Rum as Lawrence of Arabia. -Enjoy the amazing colors of the coral reef of the Red Sea. What's included: - Accommodation - Local guides -Transportation 9New model, AC, WIFI, water bottle, each everyday - 2 pax car, 4 pax 6 seats van, 5 and more coach - Less than 5 Pax guide in sites, 5-16 fully guided - Meals: 8 breakfast, 1 dinner What's not included: -Airport transportation - Tipping - Country entry visa Tour crew: - Drivers - Guides (local) - Camp crew Accommodations: - 7 Night comfortable hotel - 1 Night Bedouin tents camp Price: 1800$ Emergency contact: Saleh Alrfou Head of Desert Moon Tours 00962776973425

Highlights

  • History

  • Desert

  • Castle

  • Theatre

  • Canyon

  • Track

Places You'll See

Jordan Silk Road

Jordan Silk Road

Jordan Silk Road

Jordan Silk Road

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Airport- Amman

Location: Queen Alia Airport Road

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Toledo or similar

Arrive in Amman, capital governate of Jordan, one of the oldest cities in the world. City of seven hills like Rome. Amman is inhabited continuously for thousand of years.

No planned activities for today. If you arrive early, you might want to wander in the Rainbow street and see the old cafes and houses or you could walk in the old town of Amman to explore the souks and sweets shops.

Airport transportation (optional) 40$ per person.

Day 2 : Amman City Tour- Jerash- Amman

Location: The Archaeological Site of Jerash

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Toledo or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we drive for 10 minutes to Amman center. We visit the citadel - Jabal al- Qal'ah, the highest point in Amman, on the slope of the hill we see the Roman Temple of Hercules, 2nd c. A.D. and buildings of Umayyad Palace 7th c. A.D.

After we descend to the Roman Theatre, in the heart of Amman to see the traditional clothes museum.

Noon time, we drive to Jerash, 40 km journey north, lunch at Jerash, an ancient site that was inhabited for over 6500 years. The main era was in Roman Times. Jerash was one of the Decapolis (ten cities) acknowledged as the best preserved Roman towns in the Middle East.

Walking around oval plaza, colonnaded street, south theatre, and Haydrian gate.

Like one hour drive journey back, we will be at our hotel in Amman

Day 3 : Amman- Madaba- Desert Castles Amman

Location: Madaba

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Toledo or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

We start the day by visiting Madaba, known as the capital of mosaics in the Middle East.

We visit saint George church and see the map of Jerusalem and Holy land implemented on the floor of the church 6thc. A.D. After we head to Mount Nebo, where Moses looked over the Holy land before his death.

At Moses church, you have the free time to see splendid patterns of mosaic. By noon time, we drive toward east of Amman to the desert castles.

An hour and a half drive journey from Madaba through the peaceful black desert to visit several palaces. First we visit Amra castle UNESCO site8th c. A.D. It's a wonderful example of Islamic Art and portray scenes.

We also visit Kharana palace, a new architecture style in the region.

At the end, we visit Azraq forte, the headquarters of Lawrence of Arabia.

After this busy day, we head back to Amman.

Day 4 : Amman- Kerak Castles- Little Petra- Petra

Location: Kerak Castle

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Petra Guest House or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Early departure after breakfast, head to Kerak, 2hours drive journey.

The old testament name Ker- Herasah. It became more famous during crusades as one of the most fortified castles 1142 A.D.

After lunch, we follow the king's way to Little Petra. We stop at Dana Valley view and see the scattered villages where we see more of the Jordanians houses and life style.

Before we arrive Petra, we stop at nearby site, Little Petra , Neolithic and Nabatean site 7000 B.C. , 106 A.D.

Optional: Eat with local family and live Jordanian social atmosphere 30$

Day 5 : Petra Exploring Day

Location: Wadi Musa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Petra Guest House (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we learn about the masterpieces of Nabateans who were able to master floods and mountains difficulties and changed the steep mountains into Art Pearls. We follow the natural canyon of Siq which punctuated by Nabateans monuments down to the Treasury, ( Al- Kaznah).

This guided tour takes us to the main high lights of the Treasury, theatre, Royal tombs, colonnaded street, and Roman Gate.

The guide will take us to some key parts, which you may wish to climb to after, like the high place of sacrifice or climb the steep track to the monastery 900 steps.

Optional Activities:

Petra by Night: 25$

Turkish bath: 45$

Day 6 : Free Morning- Petra- Wadi Rum

Location: Wadi Rum Village

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Bedouin camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we will be on king's way, panoramic views all the way, and Bedouins black tents scattered among these wild mountains. Upon Arrival to Wadi- Rum visitor center, we transfer into 4WD vehicles, exploring the spectacular sand dunes and follow the ancient routs of spice and silk traders.

Visit Lawrence House, on the way back we visit some camels rock- art (3rd c. B.C.) on the way back to our Bedouin camp, where you enjoy traditional meal by the camp fire under the stars.

Our Bedouin host will give us Bedouin coffee lesson on wood fire and tell us about Bedouin culture and norms.

Day 7 : Wadi Rum - Aqaba

Location: Aqaba

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: My Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our Bedouin experience is not finished yet. We still have the chance to go on camels, and see the horizon from different feeling or we can take the Jeep cars straight ahead to Wadi Rum visitor center.

1 hour bus journey to Aqaba, relaxing day on the Red Sea. Many locals like to come to Aqaba as the only coastal city in Jordan.

Before sunset, our guide will take us in city tour to see spices and sweets shops. You might want to eat together in sea-food restaurant.

Day 8 : Aqaba- Dead Sea- Amman

Location: Dead Sea

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Toledo or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we depart Aqaba and follow Wadi Araba road, where you see two countries along the journey, Israel on the left side and Jordan on the right side (We signed peace treaty with Israel 1994)

This scenic road goes on the bed of the rift valley where colors of dunes and mountains are changing the scenery in dramatic way.

We will see the Ghore farms where most of vegetables and fruits on Jordanian dish come from.

This is 4hours bus journey before we arrive the Dead Sea, the unique water body that has high salt content (33%) which means no marine life survives and it's impossible to sink.

It's an amazing experience of natural floating on the calm sea.

Finally, we drive to Amman (the capital). You've some free time for some shopping and enjoy oriental meal.

This marks the end of your trip.

Day 9 : Amman- Airport

Location: Queen Alia International Airport

The trip ends after breakfast. If you choose to stay longer in Jordan to do more activities, we are always available to advise.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    Available , 40 USD PER CAR Available , 80 USD PER 6 seats van

  • Fully Guided

    2-5 pax are escorted with English speaking driver and local guides in the sites . 5-16 is fully guided

  • Meals

  • Optional

  • Transport

  • Entrance Fees

What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

  • Insurance

  • International Travel

Optional Extras

  • Turkish Bath

    Enjoy the steam , sauna, scrubbing and massage

  • Petra by Night

    You walk between candles all the way to the treasury there you enjoy music playing and light show

Accommodation

Comfortable 3stars hotels
Luxury camp in wadi Rum

Mode of Transport

New model Ac Car for 2pax
New model AC Van for 2-6 pax
New model Ac coach for 6-16pax

Check out our Q&As

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Yes, up to 25 kg

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Yes, we do

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    No, they are not

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    We have flexible booking terms

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, you can

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes, it will

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Ahmad S  

Travelled with them to Dana and wadi Araba desert

19-Jul-2023

Great staff and very professional , loved the whole experience. They are local and they know so much about the history and culture. Jordan is very beautiful and welcoming country and people as well .

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Julie W  

Once in a lifetime experience

09-Aug-2023

The guides were so kind. A very original experience, Sal took care of us!! The equipment was great. I will be back to travel again! Shukran ktir!

Sarah P  

100% Recommend

28-Jul-2023

We had an exceptional time with this tour and our guide Sal. The people were super passionate and we learn a lot about the country and culture here. The camp and location were perfect and well equipped. We had everything we needed.

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