Tour Overview
To join Petra Tours from Israel, our 3 day Jordan Classic tour offers both Petra as well as an in-depth visit to the major highlights of the Hashemite Kingdom. Visiting the colonnaded city of Jerash - City of the Decapolis; Amman - capital of the Kingdom; Mount Nebo - with Its breathtaking views over the Jordan Valley and Dead Sea; Madaba - to see the famous 6th century Ancient Holy Land Map and Petra – a World Heritage site, where the Siq Canyon leads to the Treasury (El Khazneh), the field of tombs, obelisks, the altar, amphitheatre and much more ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Sheikh Hussein Bridge - Jerash - Amman
Location: Jerash, Amman
Accommodation: Hotel
• Drive from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to the Sheikh Hussein border crossing for procedures to enter Jordan.
• Proceed to Jerash - city of the Decapolis, located about 45km north of Amman in the fertile heights of the Gilad. Visit the ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets, the baths and the hill of the top Temple.
• Drive to Amman for a panoramic city tour of the Jordanian capital including the Citadel and Roman Amphitheatre.
• Overnight in Amman.
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Day 2 : Amman - Petra
Location: Petra, Wadi Musa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
• After early breakfast, leave the hotel and travel south on the road to Wadi Musa, the modern village of Petra.
• Enter the site of Petra and walk, or ride on horseback, to the "Siq" (Canyon).
• Walk through the "Siq" to the red rock city, the ancient capital of the Nabateans from 3rd Century BC to 2nd Century AD.
• Visit the most interesting carved monuments such as the Treasury (El Khazneh - a tomb of a Nabatean king) then the field of tombs, obelisks and the altar. From this point you can view the whole of the rock city.
• After the visit, return to Wadi Musa for overnight.
• Overnight in Petra.
Day 3 : Petra - Madaba - Mount Nebo - Allenby Bridge - Jerusalem - Tel Aviv
Location: Madaba, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Mount Nebo
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Drive to Madaba to visit the remains of the Byzantine church with its ancient mosaic floor map, the oldest surviving original cartographic depiction of the mosaic map of the Holy Land and Jerusalem.
• Continue to Mount Nebo, from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. From there you will see the Jordan Valley, Jericho and the Dead Sea.
• Drive to the border and onwards to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.
(Return drop off also available at Ben Gurion Airport - depending on flight time).
What's Included
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2 nights hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast basis.
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Transfers from/to Tel Aviv/Jerusalem major hotels on departure and return.
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(Return drop off also available at Ben Gurion Airport - depending on flight time).
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Sightseeing in a modern air-conditioned touring vehicle.
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Entrance fees as per the program.
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Visa Waiver (arranged by us - free of charge).
What's Not Included
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Tipping for guide, driver and hotel staff.
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Beverages with meals.
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Border Taxes & Border Shuttle transfers - Israel & Jordan.
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(approx. US$60 per person - paid on tour - subject to change).
Optional Extras
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2 Dinner Supplement
Dinners taken in the hotel dining room (buffet style) are available to book as extra.
Check out our Q&As
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, the touring vehicle is air conditioned.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes. As soon as your reservation has been processed, we will contact you with all of the necessary information regarding accommodation and pick up procedures.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We GUARANTEE that every tour will operate as long as there is a minimum of 2 travellers.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
There is a supplement for solo travellers. Our tours provide private rooms for solo travellers. We do not provide the option to join the room of other travellers on our tours.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
There are no specific vaccinations required to enter Jordan.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
While most nationalities receive tourist visas on arrival, certain nationalities require visas arranged in advance to enter Jordan. Please check with the relevant consulates for each country or ask us to give you the information.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Entrance fees to all of the sites visited on the itinerary are included in the price.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
The local guide is an English speaking, professional, licensed tour guide.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
In Jordan, Jordanian Dinars are the local currency. Exchange bureaus are available at the border for visiting Jordan. However, nearly all outlets will also accept US Dollars.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Children above the age of 5 years old are permitted to join the tour.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
We are able to help you with any pre or post tour accommodation and are able to guarantee that you will stay in the same hotel that the tour will start or finish if required, so that you will not have to move hotels.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
There is no limit to luggage, however we would appreciate if you advise us should you have more than 2 suitcases per person for storage in the bus during travelling between accommodations.
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Do I need a visa for Jordan?
Certain nationalities are considered restricted to enter Israel and/or Jordan and/or Egypt, and therefore must arrange a visa in advance. If you are unsure, please check with the relevant consulates/embassies, or ask us to give you the information. As long as you are not holding a restricted nationality passport for Jordan: On our 3 or 4 day tours (either stand-alone or extension after touring in Israel), we arrange a free visa-waiver for your touring in Jordan. On our tours which have 1 day Petra (either stand-alone or extension after touring in Israel), your visa is issued on arrival at the border crossing (subject to fee). If you are holding a restricted nationality passport for entering Jordan: On our 3 or 4 day tours (either stand-alone or extension after touring in Israel), we can request a visa (free of charge) in advance for you – the process takes approx. 1 month, therefore we must receive your passport details in order to make the request at least 1 month prior to arrival. On our tours which have 1 day Petra (either stand-alone or extension after touring in Israel), we can request a visa (subject to fee) in advance for you – the process takes approx. 1 month, therefore we must receive your passport details in order to make the request at least 1 month prior to arrival.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tours?
Children aged 5 years old and above are permitted to join the Multi-day tours.
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Do I need a visa for Egypt?
Certain nationalities are considered restricted to enter Israel and/or Jordan and/or Egypt, and therefore must arrange a visa in advance. If you are unsure, please check with the relevant consulates/embassies, or ask us to give you the information. As long as you are not holding a restricted nationality passport for Egypt: Your can arrange a visa in advance by logging on to the EGYPT E-VISA PORTAL, or your visa is issued on arrival at Cairo Airport (subject to fee). If you are holding a restricted nationality passport for entering Egypt: You must arrange an entry visa in advance through your local embassy/consulate – the process can take a long time depending on which nationality you are (subject to fee).
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What languages are offered with your tours?
Many of our excursions are offered in different languages so you can enjoy the tour in your native tongue. We offer tours in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese. Please check the tours list to see which tours operate in your chosen language.
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Do I need a visa for Israel?
Certain nationalities are considered restricted to enter Israel and/or Jordan and/or Egypt, and therefore must arrange a visa in advance. If you are unsure, please check with the relevant consulates/embassies, or ask us to give you the information. All visitors to Israel must have either a valid visa or an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) entry approval, before starting their journey. As long as you are not holding a restricted nationality passport for entering Israel: From 1st January, 2025, visitors from non-restricted countries are required to obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) to enter Israel. An approved ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization), indicates that you are allowed to travel to Israel and stay for up to 90 days per visit. You can get an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) using this link: https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il (subject to fee). If you are holding a restricted nationality passport for entering Israel: You must arrange an entry visa in advance through your local embassy/consulate – the process can take a long time depending on which nationality you are.
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Do I need to present a voucher for my tour?
It is not necessary to present a voucher on our tours.
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Low Deposit
Consolidated Tour Operators requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 42 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of consolidated tour operators charges.
Up to 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 15% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Jordan Classic from Israel
3 Days Starting and ending in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Visiting: Jerash, Amman, Petra, Wadi Musa, Madaba, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Mount Nebo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
38
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
