Jordan Royal Tour, 10 Days 9 Nights, covering: Petra, Amman, Desert Castles, Bethany, Dead Sea, Um Rassas, Mt Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Little Petra, Aqaba and Dana

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Jordan Royal Tour
10 Days 9 Nights
Day 1: Arrival from Q.A Airport - overnight in Amman
Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, Meet & assist by our representative who will assist you in the Visas
formalities. Then your vehicle will drive you to your hotel in Amman for the overnight.
Day 2: Amman City Tour - Desert Castles – Amman
Breakfast at the hotel, and start the day by a conducted tour of the capital: you will discover the resources and the
culture of the Hashemite kingdom; its historic center, its citadel, its Roman amphitheater, its old mosques, its galleries
and shops; but also the more modern center which confers on the city a duality and an exceptional character. Then
transfer to the east of Amman, to visit the Jordan's desert castles which are a beautiful examples of both early Islamic
art and architecture, the visit will include the visit of Al-Haraneh Castle, Amra Palace, and Al-Azraq castle Overnight in
Amman
Day 3: Amman - Bethany - Dead Sea – Madaba
Breakfast at the hotel, Then transfer to visit Bethany the place where Joshua, Elijah and Elisha crossed the Jordan River,
Elijah was taken up to heaven, John the Baptist preached and baptized, and Jesus was baptized and started his public
ministry. After the visit, continue to the Dead Sea, which is one of the most spectacular natural and spiritual landscapes
in the whole world; it is the lowest point on earth, and the world's richest source of natural salts, hiding wonderful
treasures that accumulated throughout thousands of years. It is believed to be the site of five biblical cities: Sodom,
Gomorrah, Admah, Zebouin and Zoar, Free time to swim and to enjoy the salty water. Then transfer to Madaba for the
overnight

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Day 4: Madaba - Nebo - Um Rassas - Kerak – Petra
Breakfast at the hotel, and start the day by visiting Madaba which is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad
mosaics, especially a large Byzantine-era mosaic map of The Holy Land. Then continue To the east of Madaba is Umm
Ar-Rasas, a very ancient site that is mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. The rectangular walled
city is mostly in ruins but does still include several buildings, as well as four churches and some beautiful stone arches.
The main attraction is outside the city walls within the Church of St. Stephen, which contains a very large, perfectly
preserved mosaic floor laid down in 718 AD. Then coming to Mt. Nebo where Moses have gone to get a view of the
Promised Land before he died and from a platform in front of the church one can enjoy a breathtaking view across the
Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea At the end of the day then continue south to visit Kerak with its magnificent Crusader
castles “Crack des Moabites”, At the end of the day transfer direct to the Nabateans City of Petra for the overnight.
Day 5: Petra
Breakfast at the hotel, and start a half day tour to discover the Nabateans City of Petra, the "pink city", which has been
ranked New Wonders of the World Heritage of Humanity, it’s the home of the Nabateans; The complete city carved in a
mountain with the huge colorful rocks that called “the red rose city”. The tour will start by crossing the “Siq” which is an
impressive 1200 M long, deep and narrow gorge of stunning natural beauty. The Siq s hammed in by cliffs soaring up to
80 Meters. Then just when you think you have seen enough dazzling sights in the Siq, you will face with Al-Khazneh
(the treasury) the pride of all Jordanians. The architectural style of it was unique in the ancient world, main inspiration
was Hellenistic, Alexandrian Hellenistic, plus that unique encompassing Nabateans artistic touch (30 M Wide, and 43 M
high) it is a truly breathtaking. Then we continue the visit and come to the Street of Facades the Theater which looks
Roman but was executed by the Nabateans in the 1st Century AD, it is carved into solid Rock except towards the front
earlier side, where part of it was built freestanding, initially it could seat 3000 People, but was later extended to finally
hold about 7000. At the end of the day, back to the hotel for the overnight
Day 6: Petra - Little Petra - Aqaba - Wadi Rum
Breakfast at the hotel then transfer to “Little Petra’, a part of Necropolis city. You will enjoy the view over the
spectacular canyon. Then continue to Aqaba which is Jordan's only outlet to the sea, the tourist resort of Aqaba is
known for its fantastic diving opportunities, mild winter climate and sandy beaches, and a full day to enjoy the crystal
clear water, the spectacular fauna and flora of the red sea, free time to swim, to dive or to take sun bath. At the end of
the visit, transfer to Wadi Rum, which is the biggest desert in Jordan and protected area where Sir Laurence wrote the
seven pillars of wisdom. View the sunset and enjoy your overnight & dinner in the Desert
Day 7: Wadi Rum - Dana – Amman
Breakfast at the Camp, then enjoy a 2 hours Jeep tour in the desert, visiting: Bburrah canyon via Alameleh, khor um
ishrin, Lawrence house, Siq Lawrence. Then we transfer direct to Dana Nature Reserve to discover its many treasures.
You will witness the spectacle of the mountains offer ranging from Dana Jordan Rift Valley to the plains desert of Wadi
Araba. Let yourself be fascinated by the plains of gravel mixed with sand dunes. In addition, you will discover a wide
variety of wildlife including a variety of rare species of plants and animals. Overnight in Amman
Day 8: Amman - Um Qais - Ajloun - Jerash – Amman
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer direct to Um Qais, the site of the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gadara, a member of
the Decapolis. The city is mentioned in the New Testament as the site where Jesus cast out demons and sent them into
pigs, which then ran into the sea. then coming to Ajloun, to visit Al-Rabid Castle; the 12th century Castle built by one of
Saladin’s lieutenants in the campaign against the Crusaders, then continue to Jerash, the grandeur of Imperial Rome
being one of the largest and most well preserved sites of Roman architecture in the World outside of Italy, its paved and
colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, handsome theaters, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains
and city walls pierced by towers and gates remain in exceptional condition. Overnight in Amman
Day 9: Free Day in Amman
Breakfast at hotel and free day in Amman / Overnight in Amman.

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Day 10: Departure through Q.A Airport
Breakfast at the hotel and regarding to the flight time your vehicle will drive you to the Q.A Airport for the final
departure
Price Per Person in USD
Flat
Rate
Low
Season
High
Season
Peak
Season
1 1639 1839 2439 2589 2659
2 989 1129 1409 1489 1519
3 829 979 1259 1339 1369
4 789 939 1219 1299 1329
Single Supplement 169 249 549 619 659
Rates Validity, Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person Sharing double or twin Room in US Dollars, all taxes inclusive
Children under 5.99 years old are free of charge.
Children from 6 years to 11.99 years old pay 50 % from the Adult price.
3 Stars & 4 Stars Hotels rates are valid from 01-Mar-2014 till 23-Dec-2014
5 Stars Hotels Low season rates are valid from 30-May till 26-Aug-2014 & from 01-Dec till 23-Dec-2014
5 Stars Hotels High season rates are valid from 08-May till 29-May-2014 & from 27-Aug till 26-Sep-2014
5 Stars Hotels Peak season rates are valid from 15-Apr till 07-May-2014 & from 27-Sep till 30-Nov-2014
Hotels Selection Per Category
Amman Arabela Warwick ll Palazzo Le Meridian
Oceans Amman International Marriott
Petra Candles Panorama Petra Movenpick Resort
La Maison Petra Guest House Marriott
Madaba
Meriam or Salome Hotels Best Western Grand
Wadi Rum
Zawaideh Camp

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Tour Inclusions
Meet and assist at the Airport upon the arrival
All the transportation in Modern Vehicles
05 Nights Accommodation in Amman
02 Nights Accommodation in Petra
01 Night Accommodation in Madaba
01 Night Accommodation in Wadi Rum Camp
All Breakfasts at the hotels & at Wadi Rum Camp
Dinner in Wadi Rum camp
All sites visiting entrance fees mentioned in the Program
Entrance to Dead Sea Spa Hotel private beach in Dead Sea
Professional Local Guide in Petra, Jerash & Dana Sites only
Short Horse Ride in Petra
Private Jeep tour in Wadi Rum for 2 Hours
Tour Exclusions
Any Flight Ticket
Any personal matter such as drinks, telephone call, laundry etc
Any Transportations in Day 9
Any Lunches & Dinners ( Except a dinner in Wadi Rum )
Travel / Health insurance
Any Tips
Portages at the hotels
Any services not mentioned in the itinerary
Entry Visa to Jordan ( Around 57 USD )
Golden Gate Tours & Travel Co.
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