Day 1       Arrival – Amman hotel

Pick up and assistance at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Amman for the first night.

Day 2       Amman - Jarash – Ajlun – Amman

After breakfast we visit Amman, a sprawling city spread over 19 hills, or "jebels" . Amman is the modern - as well as the ancient - capital of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Known as Rabbath-Ammon during the Iron Age and later as Philadelphia, the ancient city was once part of the Decapolis. Visit the Citadel with the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace, Byzantine Church and the museum as well as the 6,000 seat Roman Theatre.
Then we explore Jarash, the ancient Gerasa. Jarash reveals a fine example of the grand, formal provincial Roman urbanism that is found throughout the Middle East. Enjoy the wonderful scenes of colonnaded streets, temples, theatres, baths, towers and gates.
We continue to Ajlun Castle (Qal'at Ar-Rabad) which was built by one of Saladin's generals in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajlun, and to deter the Franks from invading Ajlun.
We continue to Ajlun Castle (Qal'at Ar-Rabad) which was built by one of Saladin's generals in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajlun, and to deter the Franks from invading Ajlun.

Day 3       Amman – Madaba – Mt. Nebo – Karak – Petra

Madaba is best known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics and home to the famous 6th century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. The Mosaic Map covers the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, which was built in 1896 AD, over the remains of a much earlier 6th century Byzantine church. The mosaic panel enclosing the Map was originally around 15.6 X 6m, 94 sq.m., only about a quarter of which is preserved. From Mt. Nebo, one of the most revered holy sites of Jordan and the place where Moses was buried, we enjoy the view to Dead Sea and the Jordan valley.
On our way to Karak we will follow the Kings Road, passing Wadi Mujib and the so called ‘Grand Canyon’ of Jordan with its spectacular views. Karak, the ancient crusader fortress, lies 900 m above sea level. Explore its endless labyrinth from arches and corridors. The castle we see today essentially dates back to the 12th century. In the evening we will arrive in Wadi Musa.

Day 4       Petra

This day belongs to Jordans most famous attraction: the rose-red Nabatean city of Petra. Petra is a UNESCO world heritage site and one of The New 7 Wonders of the World. Much has been written about Petra, nothing really prepares you for this amazing place. It has to be seen to be believed.
The vast and unique city, carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled here more than 2000 years ago, was an important junction for the silk, spice and other trade routes that linked China, India and southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece and Rome.
After an early breakfast we will enter the city via the Siq, a long narrow gorge, which after 1 km opens for Petra's most famous monument, the Treasury (El-Khazneh). We will pass the Roman-style theatre, obelisks, temples, sacrificial altars, colonnaded streets, Qasr al Bint etc.. And high above, overlooking the valley, we enjoy the impressive Ed-Deir Monastery – about 800 rock cut steps take you there. If you like, ride a donkey to climb the stairs to Ed Deir.
Alternativ: If you prefer to stay at the bottom, visit the byzantine church with its mosaics for example or have a cup of tea in the shadow. There are also two excellent museums; the Petra Archaeological Museum, and the Petra Nabataean Museum, both representing finds from excavations in the Petra region and an insight into Petra's colourful past.
End this day with a delicious Jordanian dinner at the hotel and review the day.

Day 5       Petra – Dead Sea - Border - Jerusalem

After Breakfast we drive to Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth with more than 400 m under sea level. Enjoy floating effortlessly in the water enriched with minerals and salt and give your skin a treatment with the healthy black mud.
In the afternoon we continue to the border where we will be welcomed by our assistant at the Israeli side. Drive to Jerusalem for overnight.

Day 6       Jerusalem

This day belongs to this wonderful city and its religious, ancient and traditional sites.
Be inspired from our tour through the old city with its different quarters and the most important places of interest like the Temple Mount with the famous Mosques, the Wailing Wall (Kotel), the Via Dolorosa with the stations of the cross and the church of the Holy Sepulcher - just to give a short overview. Feel the special atmosphere of this city.

Day 7       Jerusalem - Bethlehem - Border - Amman

From the Mount of Olives, where we will visit the Dome of the Ascension, the Dominus Flevit Church and the Garden of Gethsemane, we will have a last view to the Golden City skyline before we continue our trip to Bethlehem. The Church of the Nativity, which marks the traditional place of Christ's birth, will speak for itself. It is one of the oldest surviving Christian churches. Back to the border and to Jordan where you will spend your last night in Amman.

Day 8       Departure

Transfer to the Airport