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Lawrence's Arabia

9 days

PRIVATE TOUR: Jordan, home to the Rose City of Petra offers so much more than initially meets the eye. This inspiring 9 day itinerary visits the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Petra, Roman ruins and much more. It's a true Arabian Adventure - with a little bit of luxury!

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

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Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Tour Overview

Duration

9 days

Starts

Amman

Ends

Dead Sea

Range

Private

Tour Guide

Yes - for all included sightseeing

Group Size

Min 2 / Max Unlimited

Minimum age

5 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Any day of the year

Hotel Rating

4 or 5 star

Countries

Jordan

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 9
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Per Person From
CAD$3,825.00
Deposit From
Final payment
CAD$2,344.00
$5,306.00

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Tour Highlights

Amman - Explore this Ancient hilltop citadel with its fascinating Archaeological Museum and the bustling souqs
Jerash - Roam the ruins of the ancient Roman city, which at over 2000 years old is still surprisingly well-preserved
Umm Qais - See the Roman Decapolis City, once a cultural centre and home to poets and great philosophers
Madaba - Stop into the Christian market town, Church of St George and Jordan’s finest Byzantine mosaics
Petra - Say hello to the UNESCO-listed Nabataean city that was all but lost to the modern world until its rediscovery in 1812
Shobak Crusader Castle - See what remains of the former glory of the Crusaders
Wadi Rum - Witness this vast red desert landscape with rolling dunes and dramatic rock formations
Aqaba - Enjoy this picturesque Red Sea resort town with free time to sunbathe, swim, snorkel and more
Bethany - See biblical sights, Elijah’s Well and baptismal fonts
Dead Sea - Float in warm, buoyant mineral-rich waters

Included

Breakfast daily
8 nights 4 star hotels
Touring - Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra and Bethany
Services of a licensed English speaking Jordanian tour guide for guided sightseeing
Dead Sea - Free time to swim and detox
Wadi Rum - 4x4 jeep safari through the desert
Aqaba - Coastal bliss and colourful reefs
An airport arrival transfer on day 1 and a departure transfer on day 9
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
Entrance fees for all included sightseeing

Not Included

International flights and visa (see Trip Notes for further information about visas)
Tipping - An entirely personal gesture

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Itinerary

Day 1 - Amman

Welcome to Jordan and the start of your holiday! Arrive into Amman and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of today is yours to relax or independently explore.

Overnight: Amman
Meals: Breakfast

Day 2 - Jerash & Umm Qais

Amman - Jerash - Umm Qais - Amman. This morning we visit Jerash, the world’s best-preserved Roman provincial city, built over 2,000 years ago and known as the ‘Pompeii of the East’. Here, we see the Forum, with its forest of towering columns, the arena, where the tracks of chariot wheels can still be seen, the souk area, Temple of Artemis and the South Theatre with its near-perfect acoustics. We continue on to Umm Qais , a dramatic black-basalt Roman city with panoramic views over the Sea of Galilee.

Overnight: Amman
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Madaba & Shobak Castle

Amman - Madaba - Petra. Today, we tour the citadel, Archaeological Museum and enjoy free time in the colourful local souq. Driving onward to Madaba we explore the Greek Orthodox Church of St George which has incredible 6th century Byzantine mosaics, depicting Jerusalem and other holy sites. Later this afternoon, we head to Petra and enroute we’ll stop to take in the history of Shobak Castle..

Overnight: Petra
Meals: Breakfast

Days 4-5 - The Rose City

Get ready to be amazed! All but lost to the modern world until 1812, Petra is a real archaeological gem, full of ancient tombs and ruins ripe for the modern-day discoverer. We access Petra through the mysterious mile-long Siq which leads to the spectacular façade of the Treasury (of Indiana Jones fame). This is just the beginning of a day filled with true adventure, where we’ll explore amazing sights such as the Street of Facades, the Theatre, Colonnaded Street and Qasr al Bint. On day 5, there is an opportunity to return to the Rose City and further explore this amazing site.

Overnight: Petra
Meals: Breakfast x2

Day 6 - The Red Desert & coastal Aqaba

Petra - Wadi Rum - Aqaba. Today we transfer to Wadi Rum for a 4x4 tour of the moonscape terrain which T. E. Lawrence described as “vast, echoing and God-like.” The desertscape of Wadi Rum is truly stunning with its ancient riverbeds and amazing eroded rock formations. We then drive onward to Aqaba, Jordan’s premier Red Sea hotspot and enjoy an afternoon of R&R.

Overnight: Aqaba
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 - Bethany & the Dead Sea

Aqaba - Bethany - Dead Sea. Driving north via Wadi Araba, we’ll stop at Lot’s Cave and the Dead Sea Panorama point. Later, we enjoy a city tour of Bethany before descending to the lowest point on the earth’s surface, the Dead Sea. Take a dip in the mineral rich waters, where you’ll bob around like a cork - there is certainly no risk of sinking here! Your skin will also receive a fabulous detox, thanks to the curative qualities of the water.

Overnight: Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 - Opt for a dip!

Enjoy a free day relaxing by the Dead Sea. Perhaps, treat yourself to a Dead Sea spa treatment or two - everybody deserves a little pampering on holiday.

Overnight: Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - Dead Sea

Dead Sea - Amman Airport. Enjoy your last morning with a final dip, before hotel check out and onward departure transfer to Amman's Queen Alia Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour when booking 4 star. For the frequently used 5 star hotels, please refer to the 5 star Trip Notes. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Al-Qasr Metropole
Amman

Recently refurbished, the Al Qasr Metropole is a modern and chic boutique hotel. Guest rooms are beautifully furnished and include free Wi-Fi connection and luxury en suite facilities. All guests at the Al Qasr gain free access to the on site Fitness First gym as well as a complimentary breakfast. The rooftop restaurant has fantastic panoramic views of Amman and is a great place to spend the evening. The hotel is well located in Shmeisani, one of Amman's most prestigious neighbourhoods.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Old Village Resort
Petra

Located above Wadi Mousa, Old Village Resort has a wonderfully traditional feel about it with open stonework and original architecture. Rooms are full of character, some with delightful archways and all directly accessed from the outside. The hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool and sauna and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. For dinner why not dine al fresco at the restaurant overlooking the mountains. Well located in forested wadis facing Petra’s mountains.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Petra Moon Hotel
Petra

Just 300 ft from the entrance gate to Petra, the Petra Moon hotel features spacious rooms with private balconies and flat-screen TVs. It also has a roof garden with a seasonal outdoor pool. The soundproofed rooms and suites at Petra Moon come with satellite channels, a DVD player and extra-long beds. Each has air conditioning and a private bathroom. The hotel's restaurant serves a delicious selection of international meals in both buffet-style and a la carte.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Movenpick Tala Bay
Aqaba

The Movenpick Tala Bay is a an elegant. modern hotel with a range of restaurants and bars to choose from. The rooms are large, have modern design and light-coloured furnishings. A special benefit is the minibar, available in all rooms. The wellness area is specialised in a variety of treatments and therapies, with 11 treatment rooms, a hairdresser, as well as a nail studio.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Holiday Inn Resort
Dead Sea

Graced with interconnecting palm fringed swimming pools leading to the Dead Sea, the Holiday Inn is an Arabesque style hotel. Guest rooms are elegantly furnished and benefit from complimentary high speed internet. The hotel also has an on site fitness centre and a fine choice of Spa facilities. The 24 hour sleek bar is the perfect place for a tipple at any time of the day or night. The accommodation is located on the shores of the world famous Dead Sea.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults.

Prices are indicative and will vary depending on your chosen hotels, room availability as well as time of travel. Please bear this in mind if comparing prices as we always aim to deliver exceptional value. Please note that discounts will apply if there are more 4 our more people in your travelling party, since fixed costs like transportation and guiding are shared across the group.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
13 Dec - 21 Dec
Sold Out
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14 Dec - 22 Dec
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15 Dec - 23 Dec
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16 Dec - 24 Dec
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17 Dec - 25 Dec
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18 Dec - 26 Dec
$3,825
$4,615
19 Dec - 27 Dec
$3,825
$4,615
20 Dec - 28 Dec
$3,825
$4,615
2025
Twin/Double
Single
1 Jan - 9 Jan
$4,685
$6,045
2 Jan - 10 Jan
$4,685
$6,045
3 Jan - 11 Jan
$4,685
$6,045
4 Jan - 12 Jan
$4,685
$6,045
5 Jan - 13 Jan
$3,825
$4,615
6 Jan - 14 Jan
$3,825
$4,615
7 Jan - 15 Jan
$3,825
$4,615
8 Jan - 16 Jan
$3,825
$4,615
2026
Twin/Double
Single
1 Jan - 9 Jan
$4,845
$6,685
2 Jan - 10 Jan
$4,845
$6,685
3 Jan - 11 Jan
$4,845
$6,685
4 Jan - 12 Jan
$4,845
$6,685
5 Jan - 13 Jan
$3,905
$4,795
6 Jan - 14 Jan
$3,905
$4,795
7 Jan - 15 Jan
$3,905
$4,795
8 Jan - 16 Jan
$3,905
$4,795

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