Experience a unique journey through the heart of Jordan and the Holy Land with this attractive 10-day itinerary. Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman to start exploring the ancient streets of the city, and discovering the wonders of Petra and the fascinating landscapes of Wadi Rum where each day promises you a new adventure.
Uncover the history of Jerash, float on the waters of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and explore the vibrant streets of Jerusalem. Wander through the timeless beauty of Bethlehem and walk in the modern city of Tel Aviv. With local expert guides and comfortable accommodations, this carefully crafted itinerary ensures an unforgettable experience that combines the history, culture, and natural beauty of Jordan and the Holy Land.
Join us in this amazing 10-day adventure !!!
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Day 1: Arrival – Queen Alia International Airport – Amman Overnight
Ahlan w Sahlan! Welcome to Jordan. Arrive via Queen Alia International Airport and meet with our airport representative to help with the VISA procedures. *Please keep an eye out for the airport representative, proceeding without him will result in paying VISA fees that are non-refundable* Proceed to luggage claim and continue to meet with your driver at the arrival hall. Our driver will be holding up a name sign to help you distinguish him. Afterward, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight.
Overnight at 4* Hotel.
Day 2 :
Day 2: Amman – Amman City Tour – Jerash with local guide – Amman Overnight
After breakfast at the hotel, meet with your driver for another exciting day! Roam around the city of Amman. Visit The Citadel, it is an archeological site located on top of Jebel Al-Qala’a at the center of downtown. This historic site comprises a 1700-meter wall, that dates to the Bronze Age. It contains a lot of remarkable sites such as the iconic Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace, and the Byzantine Church. Next stop: The Roman Theatre, located in the heart of the city. This magnificently restored theatre is the most obvious and impressive remnant of Roman Philadelphia and is the highlight of Amman for most foreign visitors.
Continue to Jerash City, the world’s best-preserved Roman provincial city. There, you will meet with an English-speaking local guide (For Approx. 2 hours). You will Visit its streets, theatres, temples, and other places like the great colonnade, the Arc of Triumph, the oval plaza, and the Temples of Zeus and Artemis.
At the end of your day, transfer back to your hotel in Amman.
Overnight at 4* Hotel.
Day 3 :
Day 3: Amman – Mt. Nebo – Madaba – Little Petra – Petra Overnight
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet with your driver. Our first stop will be Mount Nebo. Visitors from all around the world come to Mount Nebo – the sacred mountain in Jordan standing over 2,000 feet high. Mount Nebo is believed to be where Moses viewed the Holy Land before his death. Continue to Madaba for our next visit. Known as the “City of Mosaics”, Madaba is the cultural epicenter for Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Visit St. George Church in Madaba, view the Madaba Map, known as the Madaba Mosaic Map, a part of a floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church.
Afterwards, transfer to Little Petra also known as Al Beidha an ancient archaeological site dating back to the Neolithic period. Walk through Siq al-Barid, also known as Cold Siq. Cold Siq is a small canyon that is 350 meters long and is named the Cold Siq due to the lack of light that can get into this narrow passageway. The cliffs that surround the ruins of Little Petra are eroded by wind and are very interesting to see.
At the end of your day, transfer to Petra for check-in and overnight.
Optional: Petra by Night for $25 USD per person. Petra by Night Tours start at 8.30 PM and end at 10.00 PM (every Mon, Wed, and Thu) Subject to weather conditions as it might be canceled in winter.
Overnight at 5* Hotel
Day 4 :
Day 4: Petra Visit (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE) with local guide – Lunch at Qantara Restaurant – Wadi Rum Overnight
After breakfast at the hotel, meet with your driver and transfer to the Petra Visitor Center. Today you will roam around Petra: a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. A national treasure, it is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Meet with your local guide and enter through the Siq and visit the Treasury, Street of Facades, Theater, Colonnaded Street etc. Afterwards, transfer to a local restaurant in Wadi Musa, Qantara Restaurant, where you will enjoy a lunch buffet.
After lunch, transfer to Wadi Rum. Once inhabited by the Nabataeans of prehistoric times, Wadi Rum allows you to get lost in large landscapes and horizon lines. The calmness of the desert is sure to calm your spirit and de-clutter your thoughts. Check-in, dinner, and overnight at the campsite.
Overnight at Rum Oasis Camp or similar
Day 5 :
Day 5: Wadi Rum (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE) – 4-hour Jeep Tour with lunch – Dead Sea Overnight
After breakfast at your campsite, meet with your driver and transfer to the Wadi Rum Visitor Center. Enjoy a 4-hour 4*4 Jeep tour of Wadi Rum, including a freshly prepared lunch. A jeep tour is the best way to discover many sites there. You will stop at each site giving you time to roam around and a chance to climb some of the beautiful naturally formed bridges in Wadi Rum. Transfer to the Dead Sea for check-in and overnight.
Optional: Hot Air Balloon ride for 1 hour: Explore the mystic Wadi Rum desert with a Hot Air Balloon ride for $200 USD Per Person.
Overnight at Dead Sea Spa 4* or similar
Day 6 :
Day 6: Dead Sea Free Morning – Allenby Bridge – Jerusalem Overnight
After breakfast at the hotel, spend the morning at your leisure. In the afternoon, meet with your driver and transfer to Allenby Bridge for the Holy Land crossover. Go through customs and immigration, then meet with your driver at the arrival hall, Holy Landside. Transfer to Jerusalem for check-in and overnight at your hotel. (If this day is a Friday or Saturday, must be at Allenby Bridge at 8 am.)
Overnight at St. George 4* Hotel or similar
Day 7 :
Day 7: Jerusalem City Tour – Jerusalem Overnight
After breakfast at the hotel, meet with your driver for a tour of the city. Jerusalem occupies a unique place in the world. It is holy to Judaism Christianity, and Islam. This day’s tour starts on Mt. Scopus with a panoramic view of the city from the east. Mount Scopus is part of a ridge of mountains that includes the Mount of Olives. Scopus deserves its name as one of the best places to get an overview of Jerusalem, especially from the Mount’s promenade. Then to Mount of Olives. The Mount of Olives, one of three hills on a long ridge to the east of Jerusalem, is the location of many biblical events. Rising to more than 800 meters, it offers an unrivaled vista of the Old City and its environs. Continue to the Garden of Gethsemane. The Garden of Gethsemane, near the foot of the Mount of Olives, is named in the New Testament where Jesus went with his disciples to pray the night before he was crucified.
In the afternoon, walk into the Old City to see and touch the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), the only one remnant of the Second Temple. Walk the Way of the Cross, the Via Dolorosa, to Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, housing both the traditional site of the Crucifixion and the Tomb of the Resurrection. Then turn southwest, just outside the Old City, and visit Mount Zion, with the traditional tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper. Finish your day by transferring to your hotel for an overnight.
Overnight at St. George 4* Hotel or similar
Day 8 :
Day 8: New City Jerusalem – Bethlehem – Jerusalem Overnight
After breakfast at your hotel, meet with your driver for another eventful day. Departure for a visit to the New City of Jerusalem. Visit the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel, where the manuscripts of the Dead Sea and the Model representing the City of Jerusalem in the time of Jesus are on display. Continue towards Ein Karem, a picturesque neighborhood on the outskirts of Jerusalem to visit the Church of the Visitation that honors the visit paid by the Virgin Mary to Elizabeth. This is the site where tradition tells us that Mary recited her song of praise, the Magnificent, one of the most ancient hymns to Mary.
In the afternoon, travel to Bethlehem. Visit the Church of the Nativity, the Grotto of the Nativity, and the Chapel of Saint Jerome. The Church of the Nativity is the most important landmark in Bethlehem and marks the site where the Nativity took place. It was in Bethlehem just over 2,000 years ago that Mary gave birth to baby Jesus. Today Bethlehem is a thriving city in the Palestinian Authority West Bank approximately 10 km south of Jerusalem and the Nativity Church is the city’s top attraction. Transfer back to Jerusalem overnight.
Overnight at St. George 4* Hotel or similar
Day 9 :
Day 9: Jerusalem – Tel Aviv City Tour (UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE) – Tel Aviv Overnight
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and transfer to Tel Aviv. Walk through Tel Aviv’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, the White City, including the well-known Rothschild Boulevard and surrounding streets admiring the details and historical past of the buildings which are world-renowned. Learn about the foundation of Tel Aviv just over 100 years ago by European migrants and discover how their roots influenced the architecture and culture of the city to this day, including the Bauhaus, international, and eclectic buildings which are so iconic here.
Explore the colorful and vibrant Shuk HaCarmel (market), Tel Aviv’s main marketplace, and discover the many international flavors and ingredients. From the fresh olives to the spice market, fresh local cheeses, and artisan bread, the market is filled with colors, flavors, and many local ingredients and pastries such as halva, baklava, and other sweet delights. Fresh products and meat can be purchased along with a wide variety of local specialties. Enjoy a sampling of authentic flavors. Take in the rich history and cultural significance of Tel Aviv Street art by exploring South Tel Aviv’s streets, admiring dynamic graffiti and street art in the area.
At the end of your day transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight.
Overnight at Prima 4* Hotel or similar
Day 10 :
Day 10: Tel Aviv – Ben Gurion International Airport - Departure
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for departure. Please note that you must be at the airport 3 hours prior to departure time.
*Touring and site sightseeing are subject to timing and traffic.
