Jordan Experience - Classic Group, Summer
Jordan Experience - Classic Group, Summer
7 Days Starting and ending in Amman, Jordan
Visiting: Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Shobak, Petra, Wadi Rum
Tour operator:
Tour code:
I888ZN19
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please Advise Request
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Delight in all the desert offers during this 1-week guided tour. Journey to Jerash, a short jaunt from Amman, to see the Greco-Roman city up close: Explore the ruins of the Temples of Artemis and Zeus. Ascend to one of the holiest sites in Jordan, the 11,929-foot-tall Mount Nebo, where Moses once stood to see the Promised Land. Walk through the secret passages of the 12th Century fortress of Shobak and survey the desert that surrounds you. Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, a city carved from red rocks and lost in time: Traverse a gorge to the city’s Treasury, an ornate tomb, and through a canyon to its Roman Amphitheatre, which once seated thousands of spectators. Back in Amman, enjoy a city tour that leads you to the ruins of Citadel Hill, with spectacular views of the city below or take a guided street art tour and see the incredible graffiti.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Amman
Location: Amman
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amman Marriott Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
The landscape of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has changed very little in 2,000 years. On arrival at Amman airport, you are transferred to your hotel to relax and settle in. Later, join your Travel Director for drinks and a Welcome Dinner.
Day 2 : Exploring Amman And Jerash
Location: Amman, Jerash
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amman Marriott Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast depart for Iraq Al-Amir for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Visit a women's cooperative involving women and girls from nearby Wadi Al Seer villages. The association is supported by Insight Vacations through The TreadRight Foundation and provides training and work opportunities for women in the region. Then, the journey to Jerash reveals the most beautifully preserved example of a Greco-Roman city still in existence. Enter through Hadrian's Arch, to explore the grand ruins of the Temples of Artemis and Zeus, where you can listen to the Whispering Column. Overlook the vast Oval Plaza and Cardo Maximus, the key Roman road. Enjoy an al fresco lunch of natural produce and family recipes at Beit Khairat Souf, during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This women-owned café is combatting female unemployment and aims to build a strong community of women leaders. Return to Amman where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 3 : Madaba, Mount Nebo, Shobak And On To Petra
Location: Amman, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Shobak, Petra
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Petra Marriott Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Continue to Mount Nebo, one of the most revered holy sites of Jordan, where Moses is said to have stood and seen before him the Promised Land. At Madaba, visit the famous Greek Orthodox Church of St. George with its amazing 6th century mosaic map depicting the entire Holy Land, stretching from Jordan and Palestine in the north, to Egypt in the south. Follow the King's Highway to visit Shobak, an authentic 12th century crusader fortress, perched on the side of a rocky mountain. Admire the towers and Arabic calligraphy on the external walls before stepping inside to discover the original Crusader chapel, palace complex, and even a set of secret passages! Later, head south for one of the highlights of your journey: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Day 4 : Exploring The Lost City Of Petra
Location: Petra
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Petra Marriott Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
This day is devoted to the beautiful ‘rose-red city, half as old as time'. You enter this lost city through a narrow gorge, the Siq, with walls that rise up to 200 meters. Emerge from the path to see the magnificent Treasury, carved out of solid rock and standing over 40 meters high. Wind your way through the canyon to explore the ancient tombs and the Roman Amphitheater, which once seated 3,000 spectators. Tonight, dine with locals in a stunning backdrop at the Ammarin desert camp.
Day 5 : Wadi Rum With The Bedouin
Location: Petra, Wadi Rum
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Sun City Camp
Meals Included: Dinner
Head to Wadi Rum. Enjoy beautiful vistas as you make your way on a jeep safari deep, into the heart of Wadi Rum's majestic desert. Enjoy the spectacular Bedouin hospitality tonight as you dine with locals under the stars. Wadi Rum is known as one of the world's best place for stargazing. After dinner join an astronomer for a private stargazing session, a magical experience. Stay in elegant simplicity in a desert camp for the night.
Day 6 : Amman
Location: Wadi Rum, Amman
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Amman Marriott Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
If you wish, start the day with sunrise yoga at the Bedouin camp, before returning to Amman. Explore Amman with Insight Choice. Choose to join a guided sightseeing experience, highlighting the city’s history, architecture and culture. Alternatively, explore Amman's street art scene on a guided graffiti walking tour. Later, check in at your hotel where the rest of your day is at leisure. Join in a lively dinner to celebrate the end of your Jordanian adventures.
Day 7 : Depart Amman
Location: Amman
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you are transferred to Amman Airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Meals Included
6 Breakfasts (B), 3 Dinners with Wine (DW), 2 Dinners (D), and 1 Lunch (L) are included, offering a taste of authentic Jordanian cuisine.
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Accommodation
Stay in comfortable and luxurious hotels throughout your journey.
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Transportation
Travel in comfort with the luxury of Insight's air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
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Expert Guides
Enjoy the knowledge and insights of expert Travel Directors and Local Guides.
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Unique Experiences
Choose between two carefully selected activities, enjoy tea with the Bedouins at sunset, and join an astronomer for a private stargazing session in Wadi Rum.
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Cultural Insights
Visit significant historical sites including Petra, Jerash, and Mount Nebo. Experience local traditions and dine under the stars at a Bedouin camp.
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Support Local Communities
Participate in experiences that support local communities, such as dining at Beit Khairat Souf and visiting the Iraq-Al Amir Women's Cooperative.
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Additional Services
Hotel and restaurant tips, baggage handling, Wi-Fi in coach and hotels (where available), and airport transfers on arrival and departure days as per itinerary.
What's Not Included
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International Airfare
Flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Such as laundry, phone calls, mini-bar, and room service are not included.
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Optional Activities
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Visa Fees
Any visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
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Meals Not Mentioned
Any meals not listed in the inclusions are not covered.
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Additional Transfers
Transfers outside the itinerary start and end dates, or additional nights accommodation are not included.
Mode of Transport
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Accommodation
Stay in elegant simplicity in a desert camp for the night.
Check out our Q&As
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Is transportation included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Transfers are available at scheduled times if arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates.
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Are there any cultural or historical sites visited on this tour?
Yes, the tour visits several cultural and historical sites including the Citadel, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Archaeological Museum in Amman, the ancient city of Jerash, the Crusader fortress in Shobak, St George Church in Madaba, Mount Nebo, the ancient 'rose-red' city of Petra, and the majestic desert of Wadi Rum.
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What accommodations are provided during the Jordan Experience tour?
Accommodations during the Jordan Experience tour include stays at the Amman Marriott Hotel and the Petra Marriott Hotel.
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What unique experiences does the Jordan Experience tour offer?
Unique experiences offered by the Jordan Experience tour include exploring Amman's street art scene on a guided graffiti walking tour, enjoying lunch at Beit Khairat Souf - a local café aimed at supporting women empowerment, tasting authentic Jordanian flavors at a traditional desert dinner in Petra, enjoying tea with the Bedouins at sunset and dining under the stars in Wadi Rum, joining an astronomer for a private stargazing session in Wadi Rum, and visiting the Iraq-Al Amir Women's Cooperative to learn about traditional handicrafts supporting women's financial livelihoods.
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How many meals are included in the Jordan Experience tour?
The Jordan Experience tour includes 6 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 3 dinners with wine (DW), and 2 dinners (D).
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What are the main highlights of the Jordan Experience tour?
The main highlights of the Jordan Experience tour include 3 dinners with wine, 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, a choice between two carefully selected activities, a city tour of Amman including the Citadel, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Archaeological Museum, exploring Amman's street art scene, a visit to the Iraq-Al Amir Women's Cooperative, a traditional desert dinner at the Ammarin Bedouin camp in Petra, tea with the Bedouins at sunset in Wadi Rum, a private stargazing session in Wadi Rum, exploring the ancient city of Jerash, seeing the Crusader fortress in Shobak, visiting St George Church in Madaba, viewing Moses' Promised Land from Mount Nebo, exploring the ancient 'rose-red' city of Petra, and a jeep safari in Wadi Rum.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of insight vacations charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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