Overview
Destination:
Israel,
Jordan,
Start:Tel Aviv, Israel
Finish:Amman, Jordan
Finish:Amman, Jordan
Duration:13 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Tripcode:
114041
From the Wailing Wall to the rose-red façades of Petra, this historical interlude with Israel and Jordan will see you visit the tomb of King David, the Mount of Beatitudes and the Dead Sea, before following in the footsteps of spice traders across desert landscapes.
Sightseeing highlights
- Explore Jerusalem and Amman with a Local Specialist
- Visit the Fortress of Masada and the Church of Nativity in Bethlehem, the Mount of Olives and the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, the Church of Annunciation in Nazareth, Jesus Boat at the Sea of Galilee, the old Synagogue and the Mount of Beatitudes near Capernaum, the ancient Synagogue and artists' colony at Safed, the underground Crusader City of Acre, the Roman Amphitheatre at Caesarea, the Greco-Roman city at Jerash, the unique ancient city at Petra, the Crusader Fortress at Shobak and Wadi Rum
- View the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem, the Baha'i Shrine from the summit of Mount Carmel in Haifa, the excavations of Solomon's Stables and the Roman Amphitheatre, the aqueduct at Caesarea, the Roman amphitheatre and Citadel in Amman, Moses' Promised Land on Mount Nebo and the mosaic map of the Holy Land at Madaba
- Scenic Cruise boat ride on the Sea of Galilee
Iconic Experience
- Masada National Park: Ascend to the ancient fortress of Masada by cable car where Jewish Zealots held out for three years against Herod's armies before sacrificing themselves.
- Jerusalem: Explore Jerusalem's Old Town on foot during a guided tour. Stroll through the Garden of Gethsemene and visit the city's Jewish Quarter. See the Temple Mount and learn of the importance that the Dome of the Rock holds for both Jews and Muslims.
- Nazareth: Spend the day discovering the sacred Nazareth Church.
- Jerusalem: Visit the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum.
- Jerusalem: At the Israel Museum, wander to the Shrine of the Book wing housing the Dead Sea Scrolls.
- Sea of Galilee: Take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, then view the ancient Galilee Boat and hear the story of its excavation.
- Acre: Spend the day discovering the medieval Crusader buildings in Acre.
- Caesarea: Explore the Roman and Crusader ruins of Caesarea, formerly one of the splendid cities in Palestine.
- Tel Aviv: Explore with your Local Specialist and see the Habimah National Theatre, Rabin Square and browse around the Carmel Market.
- Amman: During a city tour of Amman, visit the Citadel, the grand Roman Amphitheatre and the Archaeological Museum.
- Jerash: Feel like you have stepped back 2,000 years in time as your Travel Director guides you through this marvellous ancient metropolis - now the finest surviving example of a Greco-Roman city in the world!
- Petra: Join a Bedouin tribe and taste authentic Jordanian flavours as you experience a traditional desert dinner at a Bedouin camp.
- Mount Nebo: Take in the astounding view of Moses' Promised Land, where the ruins are truly a site to behold.
- Wadi Rum: Enjoy the beauty of this arid landscape as you make your way through Wadi Rum's majestic desert.
Dive Into Culture
- Jerusalem: Visit the Western Wall, otherwise known as the Wailing Wall, renowned as one of the holiest places for the Jewish faith.
- Petra: In the 'Rose City' of Petra, you'll see tombs and temples carved into pink sandstone cliffs and admire the 45m-high facades of Al Khazneh, the Treasury.
What's Included
- 12 Breakfast (B)
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 2 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Your Itinerary
Journey from Tel-Aviv to Jerusalem
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A Day to Explore the Dead Sea and Masada
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The Church of Nativity in Bethlehem Dive Into Culture
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Onwards to Lower Galilee
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Admire Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes and Safed
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On to Acre, Haifa, Caesarea and Tel Aviv
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Discover Coastal Tel Aviv Connect with Locals
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Off to Amman
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Explore Ancient Jerash Make Travel Matter Connect with Locals
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Onwards to Petra
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Discover Colourful Petra and Scenic Wadi Rum Dive Into Culture Stays With Stories
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Journey to Amman
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Farewell Jordan
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