Tour Types: Private Tour Package
Runs: Every Day
Accommodation: 3* and 4* Hotels, Desert Camp
Minimum Age: 5
Tour Description
On this week-long tour visit historical Islamic sites, important tombs and attractions in Jordan. With a knowledgeable local driver set out each day to visit amongst others the Grand Husseini Mosque, the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, the Blessed Tree, shrines in the Jordan Valley and the Battle of Mutah. Besides, you see the Dead Sea, the fascinating rock city Petra and the timeless Wadi Rum desert. Private, air-conditioned transportation, hotel and camp accommodation, a guide in Petra and entrance fees are included.
- Visit shrines and tombs of companions.
- See the Battle of Mutah site close to Kerak.
- Stand in the shade of the Blessed Tree.
- Spend one night in a camp in the desert.
- Experience Petra, Jordan’s famous attraction.
Day 1
Amman Airport - Amman Hotel
1 Stop
1
Amman Airport
Welcome to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan! Our representative welcomes you with a signage at Amman Airport. Transfer about 45 minutes to your Amman Hotel, check in, remainder of the day free.
45 mins
4* Toledo Hotel or similar
Day 2
Amman - As Salt - Jordan Valley - Amman Hotel
2 Stops
1
As Salt
Drive towards the town of Salt. Visit the shrine of Prophet Yusha or Joshua, the successor of Prophet Moses mentioned in Quran Suret Alkahf. We continue to the shrine of Shuaib or Jethro, one of the wisest and well-spoken prophets. His was active in Midian and talked to merchants to abandon corrupt practices.
2 hours
2
Jordan Valley
Afterwards drive to the Jordan Valley to the tomb of Abu Obaidah Amer bin Al Jarrah, a relative of Prophet Mohammad, one of the Blessed Ten promised to come to paradise. Visit also the shrine of the venerable companions Dirar Bin Azwar and Shurahbeel Bin Hasana. All these three Sahaba died in Jordan from the Great Plague. Return to your hotel in Amman.
5 hours
4* Toledo Hotel or similar
Breakfast
Day 3
Amman - Mt Nebo - Battle of Mut'ah Site - Kerak Castle - Petra Hotel
4 Stops
1
Mt Nebo
Check out from the hotel and travel to Mt Nebo. According to the Hadith, God sent the angle of death to Prophet Moses, but he refused to die. God told Moses to put his hand on the back of an ox and for every hair that came under his hand he would be granted a year of life. After the granted time, Moses asked God for his death near the Promised Land. It is said that this place was Mt Nebo.
45 mins
2
Battle of Mut'ah
Proceed to the site of the Battle of Mut'ah in 629 AD. Here we find the tombs of the venerable companion Zaid bin Harithah, who led the army during the battle of Mut'ah and died, the tomb of Ja'far bin Abi Talib and Abdullah bin Ruwahah.
1 hour
3
Kerak Castle
Visit the Crusader Castle in Kerak. Explore the underground passageways, enjoy the view and imagine how the forces of Salah ad-Din besieged this stronghold several times.
1 hour
4
Petra
Driving southwards we reach Petra, check in to your hotel.
2 hours
3* Town Season Hotel or similar
Breakfast
Day 4
Petra Visit - Wadi Rum Camp
2 Stops
1
Petra
This day is dedicated to the red rose city Petra, the biggest attraction of Jordan. Petra was first established around the 6th century B.C. by the Nabataean Arabs, a nomadic tribe who settled in the area and laid the foundation of a commercial empire that extended into Syria. With the guide pass the canyon, the so called Siq, to see the most beautiful monument: the Treasury. Continue via the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh's Castle. The guide says farewell to you at the restaurant area; free time to explore Petra on your own (for instance climb the 800 stairs to the Monastery El Deir).
4 hours
2
Wadi Rum
In the afternoon drive 1.5 hours to Wadi Rum. Check into your campsite, enjoy dinner there and an overnight in the desert.
2 hours
Hasan Zawaideh Camp (Standard Tent) or similar
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5
Wadi Rum 2 Hours Jeep Ride - Amman Tour - Amman Hotel
2 Stops
1
Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum is considered as one of the most impressive desert landscapes in the world. By a 2 hours jeep ride4x4 Jeep tour you discover canyons, sand dunes and Nabatean rock inscriptions.
2 hours
2
Amman City
After a long drive of 4 hours we are back in the capital Amman. If time permits visit the Citadel hill with remains from the Roman to the early Islamic period, like the Umayyad Palace, enjoying views over hilly Amman and the Roman Theatre. Definitely you have time to stroll the busy Souq passing by the Grand Husseini Mosque. Overnight Amman.
2 hours
4* Toledo Hotel or similar
Breakfast
Day 6
The Blessed Tree - Cave of The Seven Sleepers - Amman Hotel
3 Stops
1
Blessed Tree
We head two hours east to reach the Blessed Tree surrounded by arid land. It is believed that Prophet Mohammad rested here as a boy when traveling with his uncle to Syria. The monk Bahira recognized on this occasion Muhammad’s future as Prophet.
50 mins
2
Cave of the Seven Sleepers
Back in Amman we stop at the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, known as Khaf Al Raqim. During religious persecution seven boys hid in a cave, and felt asleep for three hundred years and nine days. The story is mentioned in the Quran.
1 hour
3
Amman
Return to Amman hotel to spend your last evening in Jordan.
30 mins
4* Toledo Hotel or similar
Breakfast
Day 7
Amman Hotel - Amman Airport
1 Stop
1
Amman Airport
Latest check out from room is 12:00 noon. According to your departure time transfer to Amman Airport to say farewell.
45 mins
Inclusions
- Meet & assist at Amman Airport.
- 2 hours jeep ride with Bedouin driver in Wadi Rum.
- 1 airport transfer upon departure.
- 1 airport transfer upon arrival.
- English speaking spot guide in Petra (2.5 hours).
- 1 night at Wadi Rum Camp with breakfast and dinner.
- 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Petra.
- 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Amman.
- Private transfers in new vehicle with English speaking driver.
- For groups of 6 people and more: escorting English speaking guide service.
Exclusions
- Entry visa Jordan (free of charge possible, see Practical Info).
- Meals and beverage not stated.
- Mandatory New Year Supplement if any.
- Extra ticket Al Kubtha Trail or Treasury View Trail in Petra (10 JOD per person).
- Tips, portage and private expenses.
How to Book this Tour
After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 50 $USD of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 31 days before departure.
• 25% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 30 to 08 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 07 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.