The journey starts in the Holy Land, the cradle of the three monotheistic religions. This destination offers a chance to explore a multitude of historical and archaeological sites. A top feature is the Old City of Jerusalem, such as current wall built in the 16th century CE under the Ottoman Empire. The trip continues to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a land that is the made for the adventurer. Its most emblematic and famous site, Petra, transports the visitors back to the Nabatean Era through its remains, which is carefully preserved.
Day 1: Tel-Aviv – Jerusalem
Arrival at Tel-Aviv airport. Welcome and reception by a member of our team, transfer to Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Jerusalem.
Day 2: Jerusalem
Start the visit with the Old City of Jerusalem. In the Old City, you will encounter oriental charm and be plunged into the colourful alleys of the market, which take you to the meeting places of the three major monotheistic religions: The Via Dolorosa believed to be the path that Jesus walked on the way to his crucifixion. In addition, the Holy Sepulchre which houses both the place of Calvary and the tomb of Christ. Passing through the Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Armenian districts, you can contemplate the vestiges and the religious and architectural imprints left by the different peoples who lived there. Continuation the visit by taking the ancient Roman road, the Cardo, located in the heart of the Old City up to Mount Sion where you will discover the Dormition Abbey, the cave of the last Supper and the tomb of King David. We visit Saint-Peter-in-Gallicantu Church, also known as the "Church of the Rooster". We end the day with a stroll through the Armenian Quarter to the Jaffa Gate. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Jerusalem.
Day 3: Jerusalem – Bethlehem
Visit the Wailing Wall, the holy place of Judaism, then the esplanade of the mosques the third holiest religious site in Islam. It contains the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock, an architectural gem emblematic of the Holy Land, with its golden dome shining brilliantly on the Jerusalem skyline. Visit the Mount of Olives, which at 827m above sea level, offers a wonderful panoramic view of the Old City of Jerusalem and hold places of great importance for the three monotheistic religions. Visit the chapel of Dominus Flevit, which recalls the Gospel passage in which Jesus wept over the future of Jerusalem. Descent from the Mount to the Garden of Olive Trees with the Church of All Nations at Gethsemane, the place where Jesus prayed before his arrest. Departure for Bethlehem located 10 km to the south of Jerusalem, to discover the Church of the Nativity, one of the oldest churches in the world, built above the cave where Jesus was born. Visit Milk Grotto and the historic city center; walk through the old quarters and market. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel in Bethlehem.
Day 4: Bethlehem – Jericho – Dead Sea
In the morning, depart for a green oasis near the Dead Sea: Jericho, which was made famous by the discovery of one of the oldest cities of the Levant dating from the eighth millennium BC. Cross the canyon of Wadi Qelt to admire the monastery of St. George, situated on the ochre-colored cliffs of the mountain. Continue to Jericho to see the Monastery of the Temptation. It was built on the slopes of the Mount of Temptation 350 meters above sea level, situated along a cliff overlooking the city of Jericho and the Jordan Valley. Visit Tell Al Sultan, the archaeological site of the first settlement of Jericho dating from the 10th millennium BCE. Then visit Hisham Palace, built in the 8th century, which holds the pride of Jericho, an 850 square meter floor mosaic from the Umayyad Era, the largest and best-preserved mosaic floor in the Middle East. Head to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth at 400m below sea level, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the indescribable feeling of floating on its exceptionally dense water. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Bethlehem.
Day 5: Jaffa – Haifa – Acre – Nazareth
Drive along the Mediterranean coast for the legendary Jaffa, southern and ancient part of Tel Aviv, dating back over 5000 years. Then head north towards Haifa, a port city located at the top of Mount Carmel, a coastal mountain overlooking the Mediterranean coast. The Baha'i Gardens are one of the emblematic sites of Haifa with its hanging terraces, sculpted in the mountain, connected by a series of stairs, with, in its centre, the golden dome mausoleum of the Báb, the spiritual centre of the Baha'i religion. Continue to Acre, the ancient town of St. John of Acre. The Crusaders made the city an important base and its final seat of government in the Holy Land. Its high, fortified walls overlooking the sea, the El Jazzar Mosque, the caravanserai and oriental bazaar dating back to the nineteenth century CE are some of the highlights of the visit. If schedules and conditions permit, free time and swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Galilee.
Day 6: Nazareth – Lake of Tiberias – Jerash – Amman
Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, established at the site believed to be where the Archangel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to a son named Jesus. Continue to Lake Tiberias to visit the Mount of Beatitudes for a gorgeous view of the Sea of Galilee and to visit the church that was built atop this hill, where Jesus is believed to have delivered his “Sermon on the Mount” speech. Continue to the ruins of Capernaum, where Jesus lived and preached, and where many apostles, including Peter, made their home. Visit to the church of Tabgha, which is remembered because of the miracle of the Multiplication of Loaves. Afternoon cross to Jordan via Sheik Hussein border crossing. Start the visit by Jerash - a close second to Petra on the list of favorite destinations in Jordan, the ancient city of Jerash boasts an unbroken chain of human occupation dating back more than 6,500 years. It lies on a plain surrounded by hilly wooded areas and fertile basins. Conquered by General Pompey in 63 BC, it came under Roman rule and was one of the ten great Roman cities known as the Decapolis. Jerash, was known as the Pompeii of the east, and known as the city of 1000 pillars, you will also visit the triple arched gate, the hippodrome and the theatre. Continue to Amman. Diner and overnight at the hotel in Amman
Day 7: Amman – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Petra
Start the visit with Amman city; the capital of Jordan, a fascinating city of contrasts, a unique blend of old and new, ideally situated on a hilly area between the desert and the fertile Jordan Valley. The visit will include the fascinating Roman Theatre and Nymphaeum that reflect the historic legacy of the city, and the enchanting Citadel, which has stood since the ancient times of the Ammonites. Depart to Madaba, the 'City of Mosaics’, which has the most famous mosaic map of the Holy Land as it was in 6th century CE Byzantine Palestine. Visit Mount Nebo, where Moses was given a view of the holy land, where he died and was buried. The memorial of Moses offers spectacular views of the Jordan Valley. Travel to Petra, via the king's road, ancient Silk Road and arrive in the evening with the sunset over the mountains of Petra. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Petra.
Day 8: Petra and Wadi Rum
Petra – one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites and today’s one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The 2,000-year old ancient city of Petra. Known as the red rock city, Petra was the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3rd century BCE to the 2nd century CE. Carved by the Nabateans out of solid rock, Petra was forgotten for hundreds of years until it was rediscovered by a Western explorer in 1812. At the entrance to Petra travelers are offered the option to ride a horse for 800m – from the visitor’s center to the entrance of the dramatic Siq (canyon). From the entrance to the Siq there is a 1,250-meter walk to the 1st monument, The Treasury. Throughout most of the day we will explore Petra’s in the afternoon, then depart to Wadi Rum. Dinner and overnight at camp in Wadi Rum.
Day 9: Wadi Rum – Aqaba
Enjoy the desert sunrise and breakfast before a tour for two to three hours in off-road vehicles, exploring the desert of Wadi Rum, Jordan’s largest desert and one of the most spectacular desert landscapes in the world. Discover the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, the Lawrence Well and Khazali siq. Transfer to Aqaba, with free time to spend relaxing as you choose; visiting one of the Red Sea beach resorts to swim or exploring the markets of the downtown. Aqaba offers several snorkeling and diving excursions to explore coral reefs and colorful sea life or hop aboard a glass-bottom boat to view into the deep sea. Diner and overnight in Aqaba.
Day 10: Aqaba – Amman
Transfer to Amman airport for departure.
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A TRIP BACK IN TIME
JERUSALEM TO PETRA
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