Egypt & The Middle East Tours : Jewels of Jordan

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SITA World Tours

Egypt & The Middle East Tours : Jewels of Jordan

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Jordan is home to two of the most spectacular sights in the Middle East: Petra, the ancient city of the Nabateans, and the startling desert scenery of Wadi Rum. Despite safety concerns, Jordan enjoys a reputation of being a peaceful destination.

Inclusions
Includes: 5 nights deluxe accommodations, 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners, all transfers and sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking driver, local guides (Jerash & Petra), entrance fees, 10 minute horse-ride in Petra, 2-hour jeep tour in Wadi Rum.

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Tour Operator

SITA World Tours

Duration

6 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Amman	Arrive Amman : Upon your arrival in Amman, you are met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy dinner at Crowne Plaza. CROWNE PLAZA. (D)
Day 2	Amman	Amman - Jerash & Ajloun : This morning, you will tour nearby Jerash, one of the world's best-preserved Roman cities. The mountaintop crusader castle in Ajloun, dating from the 12th century, has fantastic views of the Jordan Valley. This is where the Arab forces of Saladin defeated the Crusaders. (BLD)
Day 3	Petra	Amman / Madaba / Mt. Nebo / Kerak / Petra : Travel to Petra via Madaba, Mt. Nebo and Kerak. Some of the world's finest Byzantine mosaics are found in Madaba, as is the oldest known map of the Holy Land. Mt. Nebo, thought to be the burial site of Moses, boasts a splendid view of the Dead Sea. Pass through Wadi Mujib and visit Kerak's massive Crusader Castle, built on a plateau 3,400 feet above sea level. TAYBET ZAMAN HOTEL & RESORT (BLD)
Day 4	Petra	Petra : Take a full day to explore the legendary rosered city of Petra. Petra is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Most of the 800 monuments in Petra are carved out of solid rock. See the spectacular Treasury, the 8,000-seat amphitheater, the Temple of the Winged Lions and other monuments. (BLD)
Day 5	Amman	Petra / Wadi Rum / Amman : Visit the Wadi Rum Desert in a 4WD vehicle. Lawrence of Arabia spent time on this awesome moonscape of sand and wind-sculpted stone. Later return to Amman and enjoy a farewell dinner at the unique Kan Zaman Village. CROWNE PLAZA (BD)
Day 6	Amman	Depart Amman : Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)

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