Petra & Wadi Rum Adventure

We start at our hotel in Amman. Those on group flights from London will

arrive in the evening; your leader will leave instructions for you at the

hotel.  Land only clients need to provide their flight details if they would

like to receive a FREE arrival transfer. 



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After breakfast we take our first steps back in time to the Roman City of

Jerash.  The Hippodrome and it's history come alive with an entertaining

Gladiator show, where chariots complete curcuits in a cloud of dust and Roman

soldiers show off their maneuvers. At the end of the show you can even get a

photo with the actors who are rigged out in traditional uniforms and

armour.  In ancient times Jerash was a city of great wealth and

importance.  Settled as a town during the reign of Alexander the Great it

reached its zenith during the period of the Decapolis -  a group of ten

great Roman cities on the eastern frontier of their empire.  Walking along

the well preserved Roman roads, wandering through the market place and

climbing the steps of the theatres is bound to capture the imagination of

everyone in the family.  After our Roman adventure return to Amman for free

time and maybe a dip in the hotel pool. 



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Leaving Amman pur first stop is Mt Nebo where Moses stood looking down on the

promised land.  Race to the top and take a family photo on this historic

spot.   Our next stop is the market town of Madaba famous for its

Byzantine-era mosaics the most famous of which is the oldest map of Palestine

in existence.  Crafted in 560 AD it depicts all the major Biblical sites of

the Middle East from Egypt to Palestine.  A visit to a mosaic workshop

reveals how these arts of work are made.  The oldest mosaic found in the

world has been dated back to the 3rd Millennium BC.   Before leaving Madaba

fill up your water bottle with one of the many delicious fresh local

juices.  We continue our journey south through deserts and amazing canyons

stopping at a high point for wonderful views,  to see some of the fossils

found in the area which used to be under the sea and have a picnic lunch. 

 On arrival at Wadi Musa the gateway to Petra there is free time to settle

into our hotel. 



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This morning we start early to avoid the heat of the day and maybe your

family are too excited to sleep anyway because today is our Indian Jones

adventure into the Lost city of Petra. We start our early wandering through

the Siq, a natural gateway to one of the world's most spectacular

landmarks.  Along the way we pass 'Djinn' blocks.   Djinn is an Arabic

word meaning spirits and is the source of the English word for Genie. So

maybe these monoliths can grant wishes.  Suddenly through a narrow opening

in the rock we get our first glimpse of the famous Al-Khazneh or Treasury. 

Featured in the 1989 blockbuster film 'Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade'

the astonishing sites of Petra were brought to the attention of the world. 

Since then travelling to this ancient city has been added to many people's

must see list.   So pinch yourself to make sure you're not dreaming.  We

continue exploring this amazing city scrambling up hills to find huge tombs

and palaces.  Winding our way around the hillsides we stop for a picnic

lunch before exploring the Colonnaded street and Great temple.  Heading back

along the main street we re-enter the Siq leaving behind a magical city that

will probably stay in your memory forever.   The rest of the afternoon and

evening are free to relax. 



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After breakfast we head to Little Petra to climb through cave rooms and

explore a much less crowed site.  From here we head to Aqaba, Jordan's port

and premier beach resort on the Red Sea. Our hotel has a private white sandy

beach, lagoon style pool and options for water sports and snorkelling.  It

has a number of restaurants and is close to the down town area where you will

find a small market and more cafes and restaurants. This afternoon is free to

relax. As the sun sets meet up with the tour leader and its time to dive into

the colourful bazaars and have fun haggling for a souvenir.



*Five Star Beach Resort *

Today you have some extra time to enjoy what Aqaba has to offer or,

alternatively, just to relax on the beach. The pool area of our resort

features artistic fountains surrounded by palm trees and there are water

sports available, including snorkelling and scuba diving among the amazing

Red Sea coral.  The hotel also has a spa and wellness centre and a gym so

the needs of the whole family are catered for. Your Tour leader can arrange

fun time on the beach and in the evening they will arrange a group dinner in

Aqaba for those who want to join. 



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Leaving the Red Sea coast it's time to head into the desert and our private

Exodus camp.  Basic but beautiful we join a Bedouin family who are our

hosts. There’s a small sand dune nearby which is great fun to roll down.

Later in the day we bounce around the dunes in our jeeps and then scramble up

some rocks to watch the sunset. This evening we can go star gazing and maybe

even meet up with some of the animals that come out at night.  Our dinner is

cooked the traditional Bedouin way under the ground and there's a campfire

where we can sit and talk.  Camping in Wadi Rum is an experience of a

lifetime. 



*Basic Permanent Camp*

Up early today to say goodbye to our new Bedouin friends and head to the

lowest point on earth the Dead sea. Our family orientated resport has outdoor

pools with water slides and a terrace overlooking the Dead Sea.  Have fun

floating in the saline waters, rub on the mineral-rich mud for a great family

photo and enjoy the swimming pools our resort has to offer. Tonight, get

together with the rest of the group to share all the memories of our Jordan

adventures over dinner and maybe cement new friendships.



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For Land only guests the trip ends after breakfast at the Dead Sea.  By

prior arrangement you can join the group transfer to the airport which leaves

in time to catch the Royal Jordanian flight back to London. Our sales team

can also arrange a private transfer at extra cost.