Jordan and Israel Discovery

On arrival in the Jordanian capital of Amman, be met at the aiport and transferred to your luxurious hotel. Soak up the amazing atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city, where modern architecture and crumbling ruins exist side by side. There’ll be much anticipatory chatter about the Jordanian adventures ahead during dinner at the hotel this evening.

Stay: Two Nights, W Hotel Amman

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Discover the flavours of Jordan with a special cooking class at a local home. Learn to make traditional recipes such as maaloubeh (stewed meat, rice and vegetables), mutabel (eggplant dip), tabbouleh and muhallebi (milk pudding), then savour your creations for dinner.

Your discovery of the Kingdom of Jordan begins as you comb the sprawling ruins of Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities in the Middle East. Afterwards, it’s time to explore the bustling centre of Amman. Originally built around seven hills, Amman has continued to expand and offers spectacular views at every turn. Visit the Roman Theatre and Citadel and soak up the old-meets-new city atmosphere with a guided walking tour of the historic centre.

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Set off early this morning on a road trip down the 5,000-year-old King's Highway towards Petra. Pause along the way to visit Mount Nebo, the place where it is believed Moses had his last view over the Holy Land. Take in spectacular views over the Jordan Valley before continuing to the Byzantine church of Saint George in Madaba, where you will see the Christian mosaics of Madaba – one of the oldest maps in the world. Later, arrive in Petra.

Stay: Two Nights, Movenpick Resort Petra

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Today you’ll explore the legendary Petra, with its awe-inspiring temples, tombs and caves. Walk through the Siq, winding your way through the canyon with 80-metre walls soaring either side, a location you may recognise from the movie  ‘Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade’. See The Treasury, the first historical building within the site and be given the option to walk up to The Monastery, a huge carved temple reached by 800 steps.

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Your epic desert exploration continues on today, looping back towards Amman and on to the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea. The Dead Sea is actually an enormous inland salt lake spanning over 600 square kilometres, and is nearly 10 times saltier than the ocean. The water and mud are full of minerals, and the air is rich in oxygen. One of the world’s first ever health resort areas, it has attracted visitors for thousands of years.

Stay: Two Nights, Dead Sea, Kempinski Hotel Ishtar

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FREEDOM OF CHOICE™

You might like to visit the Ma’in Hot Springs and soak in the thermal mineral waters before enjoying lunch. Alternatively, visit the Dead Sea Panoramic Complex and Museum, where you’ll learn more about the natural and cultural history of the Dead Sea. The complex offers incredible views over the Jordan Rift Valley and the Dead Sea.

Today is yours to relax and rejuvenate at your beautiful Dead Sea resort. Select from one of the Freedom of Choice touring options on offer.

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Set out on a 4WD adventure through the orchards and vineyards of the Golan Plateau. Savour a delightful lunch at a local boutique winery.

Today cross into Israel and head to the Golan Plateau for your Signature Experience. Visit the nearby village of Capernaum, where Jesus is said to have lived and ministered for many years. You’ll also visit the Church of the Mount of Beatitudes. At Tabgha, learn about the history of the church, including the multiplication of loaves and fish. Upon reaching your hotel, enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner.

Stay: Two Nights, U Boutique or similar

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