A Peek at Petra

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Highlights

Duration: 5 days

Amman (1nt) - Petra (2nts) - Amman (1nt)

Culture

• Breathtaking Amman
• Drive the Kings’ Highway
• Sunset 4-wheel drive dune trip
• Tombs and temples of Petra

Day 1 - London/AmmanBoard your afternoon flight with Royal Jordanian from London-Heathrow to Amman. Spend one night at the Four Seasons Hotel Amman, with its dramatic hilltop setting presenting breathtaking views of the surrounding cityscape.

Day 2 - Amman/Petra

Set off along the ancient Kings' Highway, travelling to the once-flourishing Byzantine towns of Madaba and Mount Nebo. At Madaba, visit the 6th century Madaba Map, which portrays characteristics of the Eastern Byzantine world. From Mount Nedo' view the spectacular outlook over the Jordan Valley, Jericho and the Judean Hills that Moses is said to have seen the ''Promised Land''. Arrive in Petra for your two night stay at the Petra Movenpick Hotel located just a short walk from the entrance to Petra itself.

Day 3 - Petra

Today you will enjoy a guided tour of the 'Rose-Red City', whose tombs, temples and exquisite monuments are hewn from solid mountain rock. Abandoned in the 4th century, Nabateans, Romans and Crusaders all left their mark on this unique historical site, which can be accessed on foot through a narrow fissure in the mountains. This evening enjoy an excursion to the desert sands of Wadi Rum, whose dramatic lunar landscapes will forever be associated with Lawrence of Arabia. Your tour includes an exhilarating 4-wheel drive trip over the dunes at sunset and dinner under a bedouin tent.

Day 4 - Petra/Amman

Transfer back to Amman via the desert highway for your final night. In the afternoon explore the city of Amman and visit the Citadel, the Roman Forum and the magnificent Roman amphitheatre.

Day 5 - Amman/London

Morning departure with Royal Jordanian to London-Heathrow, arriving early afternoon.

Prices (from)Gold   
1 Jan - 30 Apr £1,331
1 May - 31 Aug £1,271
1 Sep - 31 Dec £1,331

per person inclusive of international flights, bed and breakfast and a private guide from days 2 to 4.

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