Jordan's Ancient Wonders at Christmas

Jordan's Ancient Wonders at Christmas

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Jordan's Ancient Wonders at Christmas

8 Days Starting in amman and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea

Tour operator:

Travelsphere

Tour code:

XFLJODN

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

15 - 35

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Please advise requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Camping

Activities:

Walking

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Tour Overview

Discover Jordan's ancient treasures and biblical sites on this unforgettable holiday at Christmas. Explore the capital city, Amman before heading to Jerash, one of the largest and best-preserved Roman cities in existence. As your journey continues, you'll visit Mount Nebo, where you can take in views of the Holy Land and the valley of the River Jordan, and the ancient fortress of Shobak. Carved into sandstone, the extraordinary city of Petra is sure to be one of the highlights of your holiday and you'll explore this UNESCO-listed site on a guided walking tour. From here, the sand dunes and desert landscapes of Wadi Rum are yours to discover as you spend a night in a Bedouin-style tent. Finally, your holiday comes to an end at the Dead Sea, where you can relax and float in the therapeutic salty water.

Highlights

  • Panoramic tour of old and new Amman

  • Tour of the preserved Roman city of Jerash

  • Visit Mount Nebo and Madaba, where St George's Church houses the Mosaic Map

  • Discover the ancient Shobak fortress

  • Walking tour of Petra

  • Explore Little Petra

  • Desrt Camp stay in Wadi Rum

  • Visit to The Dead Sea

Itinerary

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Day 1 Uk - Amman

Location: Amman

Accommodation Name: Intercontinental Amman

Today you will fly to Amman, the capital of Jordan. On arrival, we'll transfer you to your hotel.

Day 2 Amman

Location: Amman

Accommodation Name: Intercontinental Amman

Meals Included: B, L, D

A full day of discovery begins with a morning tour to Jerash, one of the largest and best-preserved Roman cities in existence. Highlights here are the Temples of Artemis and Zeus, Hadrian's Triumphal Arch and a street of columns a mile long. For lunch today we'll visit Beit Khayrat, a woman-owned cafe in nearby Souf for a traditional Jordanian meal. You'll see many more of Amman's treasures today, including a Roman amphitheatre, the magnificent citadel, which towers above downtown Amman, and the King Abdullah Mosque. This afternoon we will see some of Amman's other great sights on our Panoramic coach tour passing by the old and modern vistas of the city.
This evening we will head to a restaurant for dinner.

Day 3 Amman - Petra

Location: Petra

Accommodation Name: Hyatt Zaman Hotel

Meals Included: B, D

We're heading south today, to Petra, and on the way we'll visit many interesting sites. Our first stop is Mount Nebo, an elevated ridge that rises more than 700 metres above sea level and is cited in the Hebrew Bible as the point from which Moses saw the promised land. As you stand on this revered spot, you can take in panoramic views of the Holy Land and the valley of the River Jordan.
We'll then head to Madaba, to visit St George's Church, the home of the Mosaic Map. This treasure of early Christianity dates back to the 6th century and is the oldest map of Palestine that exists today.
A further highlight of our journey is the ancient fortress of Shobak. This is one of the largest and most impregnable of the chain of forts built by the Crusaders and is an impressive example of architectural military genius. Every stronghold was built to be a day's journey from its neighbour, and at night, beacons were lit to signal to Jerusalem that each was safe.
The rose-red city of Petra is our final destination.

Day 4 Petra - Christmas Eve

Location: Petra

Accommodation Name: Hyatt Zaman Hotel

Meals Included: B, D

Today's the day you will get to explore Petra on a guided walking tour. This extraordinary city carved into the sandstone is concealed beyond a long, narrow gorge – the Siq – and your Local Guide will lead you through this corridor of rock. Get ready for your first glimpse of the magnificent Treasury Building, it will not disappoint. There will be opportunity for you to explore the area at leisure before returning to the hotel.
This evening join your travelling companions for a Christmas Eve gala dinner at your hotel.

Day 5 Petra - Wadi Rum - Christmas Day

Location: Wadi Rum

Accommodation Name: Sun City Camp

Meals Included: B, L, D

Start the day with a visit to Siq al-Barid, a northern suburb of Petra known as 'Little Petra'. Here you'll see houses, temples and staircases all carved out of rock and hidden away in the centre of a mountain.
We then head to the desert of Wadi Rum, home to the nomadic Bedouin people and immortalised in the 1962 film Lawrence of Arabia. With sand dunes and sandstone rock formations of all shapes, sizes and colours, this magical landscape is sure to leave a lasting impression.
You'll stay tonight in the heart of Wadi Rum, where your hotel is in the guise of a Bedouin camp, and you will stay in your own authentic Bedouin-style tent. Once you've settled in, enjoy an included dinner of traditional Middle Eastern cuisine. After, maybe join an optional stargazing excursion in the company of an expert guide who can tell you about the formations you will see in the clear desert skies.

Day 6 Wadi Rum - Dead Sea - Boxing Day

Location: Dead Sea

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea

Meals Included: B, D

Your journey continues today as you head towards another famous destination, the Dead Sea. This is the lowest spot on earth, and as you stay here for two nights in a hotel right on its shores, you'll have the chance to experience its unique waters, renowned for their buoyancy and therapeutic qualities.

Day 7 Dead Sea - At Leisure

Location: Dead Sea

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea

Meals Included: B, D

You can spend today at leisure, or you might choose to join an optional excursion to the nearby River Jordan and the biblical site of the baptism of Jesus.

Day 8 Amman - Uk

Location: Amman

Meals Included: B

This morning we will transfer you to Amman for your flight back to the UK.

What's Included

  • Return flights from London

  • 7 nights in 4-star hotels plus 1 night in a Desert Camp

  • 15 meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners including Christmas Eve gala dinner and welcome drink

  • Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide

  • Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage

  • Free of charge visa upon arrival in Jordan

What's Not Included

Check out our Q&As

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    A reasonable level of fitness is required for all Travelsphere holidays as some walking will be involved.

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • What is the maximum group size?

    For most Travelsphere Tours, the maximum group size is 35

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Travelsphere’s Flexibility Promise has been created to give you complete peace of mind and make you feel confident when booking your holiday with us. We have also been awarded the WTTC safe travels stamp which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Travelsphere has been operating escorted touring holidays for 60 years

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Travelsphere, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will receive Holiday conformation upon booking, and then several documents detailing any adddiotnal information and the optional excursions that you can book before you travel. The final information covering your flights, hotels and itinerary will be sent to you around 14 days before your departure date.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, we do not offer single share options

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    No, Im afraid not

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

    If we can accomadate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - and make sure you have your booking number to hand.

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

    Our Travelsphere Cares programmes, in partnership with the Planeterra Foundation, support local projects and social enterprises by helping them earn an income from tourism. We simply donate a portion of the funds from our tours, so it’s great to know that when you travel with us you are helping to change lives and turn travel into real impact.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Like minded travellers

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

    All of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travelsphere charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

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