Day 1: Arrival in Amman, Airport pick-up
Welcome to Amman! Our local representative will pick you up with the placard at the Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) in Amman on time, 35km away from Amman city, and send you to the hotel. The rest of the day, you can rest at the hotel, or freely stroll around. Accommodation: Down Town Hotel Apartments (4 stars) or similar
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Day 2: North Tour of Amman to Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais
After breakfast, our English-speaking driver will pick you up at the hotel on time, and drive north for around 1 hour to the first stop of this Jordan tour package, Roman Ruins of Jerash, one of the best-preserved Graeco-Roman in the world. Another 1 hour transfer to reach next stop is Ajloun with its fortress. Standing at the highest point of Ajloun, you can overlook the beautiful mountains and Jordan Valley. Go on towards to north to Umm Qais. The ancient city was named Gadara and overlooks the scenic of north Jordan Valley and Golan Heights. After the tour, you will be driven back to Amman to rest. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Down Town Hotel Apartments (4 stars) or similar
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Day 3: Amman City Tour, Transfer to Dead Sea
After breakfast, our English-speaking driver will pick you up on time and drive to the Citadel, a great location overlooking the old city of Amman. Then you will have a short visit at Umayyad Palace, which was built in around AD 720. The dome of the Observatory is spectacular. Then drive around 1 hour (70 km) to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the surface of Earth. After checking into the hotel, you can freely spend the rest of the day. You may enjoy floating on salty waters before sunset and try the dark mud on the shores for healthy skin. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Dead Sea Resort (4 stars) or similar
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Day 4: Transfer to Petra, with visits in Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Wadi Mujib, Kerak
Hotel Breakfast. You will be driven through the King's Highway to visit Madaba, which is 33km (45 minutes) away from Amman. It is the city with the most mosaic products in the world, so it is called the "City of Mosaic". Mount Nebo, 8km (5mi) away from Madaba, is a holy place of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. It is said that Mose have been buried somewhere in Mount Nebo. Proceed via Wadi Al Mujib, a deep valley holding one of Jordan's most breathtaking views. Continue driving to visit Kerak castle. Finally you will arrive in Petra and stay overnight there. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Petra Boutique Hotel (4 stars) or similar
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Day 5: Visit highlights of Petra
On the fifth day, you will visit the spots in Petra. The ancient city of Petra was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom. It is surrounded by cliffs. Famous for its russet sandstone alpine colors, it is also known as "A rose-red ancient city". Start on horseback, followed by a walk through the Siq, and walk along the narrow path to appreciate Al Khazneh (the Treasure), which is a 140-foot-high, 90-foot-wide magnificent building with Greek style. If you have energy left, spend the rest of the day visiting other sites around by yourself. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Petra Boutique Hotel (4 stars) or similar
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Day 6: Tour in Little Petra and Wadi Rum
The first stop of today is Little Petra, 7km (4.3mi) away. Then drive south for 1.5 hours to the enchanting desert of Wadi Rum. Then take a desert Jeep tour inside the Wadi, admire the unique scenery of the "Moon valley". The wine-red desert surface looks like a lunar crater. The wonderful mountains and the vast desert are famous all over the world. If it is a sunny day, the sunset cannot be missed. Then go to the campsite, have dinner, and stay overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Sun City Camp or similar
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Day 7: Private transfer from Wadi Rum to Aqaba
You will enjoy free time in the morning at the camp. The driver will pick you up at the appointed place on time and arrive in Aqaba in about 1 hour. Aqaba, a gulf city, is also an important industrial center in southern Jordan and a famous tourist destination in the Red Sea. This is a paradise for snorkeling (not included in tour). Official check in time is 14:00-15:00. You will stay at the hotel there and enjoy some leisurely time. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Movenpick Resort Aqaba City (5 stars) or similar
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Day 8: Private transfer from Aqaba back to Amman
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Amman by car in about 4.5 hours (310km). Upon arrival in Amman, check into the hotel and enjoy yourself during free time. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Down Town Hotel Apartments (4 stars) or similar
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Day 9: Departure from Amman
Today your holiday will come to an end. After breakfast at the hotel, the driver will drop you off at the airport. Wish you a happy voyage! Meals: Breakfast
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