About This Trip
Take the 9-Day Israel and Jordan Tour and check out the most impressive sites in both countries. Discover old Jerusalem - the holy city for Jews, Christians, and Muslims; marvel at architectural wonder - the St. George's Monastery; visit Bethlehem - the birthplace of Jesus. Then, continue the adventure to Jordan. Walk through the Siq and visit the Treasury in the ancient lost city; overnight on the scenic shore of the Dead Sea to soak up its magic charm; explore downtown Amman to discover the dynamic life of Jordan.
Itinerary Summary
| DAY | PLACE | HIGHLIGHTS |
| 1 - 4 | Israel |
Jerusalem: Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Mount of Olives |
| 5 - 9 | Jordan |
Petra: The Treasury, The Siq |
Suggested Itinerary
Welcome to Israel! Upon arriving in Tel Aviv, be greeted by your driver for an hour's drive to your hotel in Jerusalem. The rest of the day is yours to relax at leisure.
- Jerusalem
Unveil the sacred Jerusalem by capturing a panorama of the Holy City from the height of the Mount of Olives. At the foot of the mountain, visit the Church of All Nations and the Garden of Gethsemane, often visited by Jesus Christ.
Then, in the old city, walk along the Via Dolorosa like a pilgrim, passing by the Pool of Bethesda and Church of the Flagellation and finally reaching the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Wander around the Roman streets of Cardo and the Jewish Quarter.
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- Jerusalem
This morning, you will travel through Wadi Kelt, a scenic valley dotted with sacred heritages, to the ancient Jericho 40km northeast of Jerusalem. Along the way, marvel at the St. George's Monastery clinging to the cliff, Zacchaeus' sycamore tree, and the Mount of Temptation.
Then, turn around and head to Bethlehem, about 10km south of Jerusalem, to visit the Church of the Nativity, the Caves of Shepard's Field, and the Church of the Visitation.
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- Jerusalem
After breakfast, your private driver will take you to the Allenby Bridge on the Israeli side. Cross the border on your own, meet your Jordanian driver on the other side of the bridge, and proceed with a 4-hour drive to Petra.
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- Petra
Known for the ancient temples, palaces, tombs, and other spectacular buildings carved into rusty sandstone cliffs, Petra is full of mysterious charm at every corner.
During the two-hour guided tour, you will go through the Siq to see the Treasury and get across the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh's Castle. The rest of the day is yours to discover more treasures in the lost city.
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- Petra
Today, a 3-hour scenic drive will take you to your resort on the north end of the Dead Sea. The rest of the day is yours to take in the legendary charm of the Dead Sea.
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- Dead Sea
Have a leisurely day to soak up the laidback air, soft beach, and warm sunshine of the Dead Sea. Why not try to float over the water or care for your skin with the Dead Sea mud?
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- Dead Sea
Move on to Amman with an hour's drive and sightsee around the capital with your guide. Browse the ruins of Amman Citadel, including the Temple of Hercules and the Umayyad Palace, and catch beautiful views over the dynamic city. Next to the citadel, find a wide array of archaeological finds at the National Archaeological Museum. After that, visit Amman's downtown market and taste some local delicacies!
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Conclude your Israel and Jordan tour today! Meet your driver at the right time and take a private transfer to the airport, where you will board your departure flight.
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What's Included in Your Private Tour
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A dedicated travel expert will work with you to design and arrange your itinerary based on your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget. Your trip can be adjusted as your plans take shape.
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Accommodation is selected based on location, quality, your preferences, and budget. Depending on the destination and itinerary, options may include international hotel chains, boutique hotels, and locally distinctive properties.
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Local guides are arranged in each destination, with strong language skills and in-depth local knowledge. Your guide will help you make the most of each destination while sharing local history, culture, and everyday life.
Guide arrangements may vary depending on your destination and itinerary. Please refer to your Tour Program for the specific guide arrangements for your trip.
If you have any special requirements for your guide, such as in-depth historical and cultural interpretation or expertise in a particular industry or subject, please let us know in advance so we can take your preferences into consideration when arranging your trip. -
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver, as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic trains as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- International flights for selected multi-country tours, as specified in the itinerary.
Transportation arrangements can be adjusted to suit your itinerary and travel needs.
*As each trip is tailor-made, transportation arrangements may vary by itinerary and destination. The final arrangements will be detailed in your Tour Program.*International flights to and from your home country are normally not included in the initial Tour Program. If you would like, your travel expert can also help arrange these flights upon request.
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- Breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) as specified in the itinerary
- Additional meals can be arranged upon request
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request
Gallery
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Jerusalem City View
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Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Jerusalem
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The Treasury, Petra
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The Siq, Petra
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Floating Experience in Dead Sea
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Amman City View
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