Journey to Petra

Experience ancient sites + daily life

• Day 1 - Welcome to Amman

  On arrival, you’ll be chauffeured to our new 5-star hotel, the W Amman.

• Day 2 - Jerash + Ajloun Castle

  Tour the finely preserved Roman ruins of Jerash, hailed as the Pompeii of the East. Then explore Ajloun Castle, built by one of Saladin’s lieutenants in the campaign against the Crusaders. In a nearby village, a relaxing lunch with a resident family immerses you in traditional Jordanian culture. Meals B+L

• Day 3 - Along the King’s Way to Madaba, Dana + Petra

  Travel the King’s Way to Madaba to see an amazing 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. Enjoy a fine Jordanian meal at Hikayet Sitti, set in a century-old home, and ascend Mt. Nebo, traditional burial site of Moses. In the old village of Dana, perched on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, you can sip a cup of tea as the sun sets over the mesmerizing desert landscapes. Continue to Petra and settle in to your Junior Suite at the Movenpick Hotel. Meals B+L

• Day 4 - Explore Ancient Petra

  Explore the fabled Lost City of Petra c this morning with your private guide. After the tour, you can linger through the afternoon to explore more of the site at your own pace. Tonight we’ll take you back through the narrow canyon walls of the Siq to the ancient Treasury – a dramatic walk and visit now illuminated by over 1,500 candles. Meals B

• Day 5 - Al Beidha + Wadi Rum

  Tour the Neolithic site at Al Beidha c, fondly known as Little Petra, and then venture in a 4x4 jeep deep into the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum c. Marvel at the ancient Nabataean inscriptions in Khazali Canyon and continue to Discovery Bedu, our stylish Bedouin encampment. Witness a magical desert sunset and dine under the stars to the melodic strains of the Oud, an ancient Arabic instrument. Meals B+D

• Day 6 - Back to Amman for departure

  After breakfast, you’ll be chauffeured to the Amman airport. Meals B

Check In!

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  W Hotel - Amman, Jordan

  Our striking contemporary hotel promises a stylish and welcoming retreat in the lively heart of the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows, crisp 400-thread count linens and an illy coffee machine set the luxury tone of your spacious guestroom. You’ll also find an in-room safe, high-speed Internet access and a 43-inch LED television. For your onsite dining, the W offers Pan-Asian dishes at the stylish Enso restaurant and an international, Mediterranean-influenced menu at Mesh. 

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  Movenpick - Petra, Jordan

  The Movenpick Resort Petra is located directly at the entrance to the historic Jordanian city of Petra. This resort with an oriental flair features an exciting combination of natural stone, handcrafted wood and Middle Eastern fabrics and textures. All 183 guest rooms and suites are equipped with air-conditioning, minibar, internet, cable TV, and telephone. Additional hotel amenities include restaurants, lounge, bar, roof garden, wellness center, swimming pool, and gymnasium, the Movenpick Resort Petra will certainly provide long lasting memories. Enjoy your time spent in one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.
  

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  Discovery Bedu Desert Camp - Wadi Rum, Jordan

  Tucked away in the captivating expanse of Wadi Rum, our inviting Bedouin-inspired encampment is surrounded by the mesmerizing rust colored expanse and towering vermilion-hued crags of Jordan’s largest valley. Your private guest tent features wooden plank floors, rustic wooden framed beds with quality modern mattresses and fresh crisp linens, and comfortably cushioned chairs. Your en suite bath features a shower, toilet and sink. As you unwind for the night, you can choose warm electric lighting or the soft romantic glow of traditional Bedouin oil lamps.

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