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Steven Callas, Travel Agent in NorthBrook, IL

Steven Callas

NorthBrook, IL Travel Agent
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Steven Callas

NorthBrook, IL · 3 Years of Experience

Gilded Travels LLC, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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I never would have picked Mallorca as a vacation destination. My wife likes the beach, I like adventure. Gilded Travels created the perfect one-week itinerary that... Read More >
COUNTRIES VISITED:At Sea, Israel, Jordan
PLACES VISITED:Amman, Dead Sea, Jerash, Mount Nebo, Petra, Wadi Rum
SUGGESTED DURATION:7 Days
•Discover Jerash with an expert, one of the world’s largest and best-preserved Roman sites. •Tick off a bucket-list item as you float effortlessly in the Dead Sea’s mineral-rich waters. •Marvel at Petra’s UNESCO-listed Rose City, uncovering its mysteries with a private guide. •Spend the night stargazing in Wadi Rum’s desert, surrounded by an otherworldly landscape.
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DAY1
Amman
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Jordan
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Amman: Get In and Get Some Rest
Upon arriving in Amman you will be assisted by a local representative before being transferred to your accommodation.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Airport Transfer with Assistance
DAY2
Amman
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Petra
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Jordan
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Amman to Petra: The Adventure Begins
Amman, Jordan's historic capital, blends ancient and modern with sites like the Roman Theater, Citadel, and Nymphaeum. Visit the Archaeological and Folklore Museums, then explore the Wakalat shopping district or traditional Souq spice market. Travel from Amman to Petra, stopping at Shobak Castle, a 12th-century Crusader fortress with triple walls. Captured by Saladin, its mountain perch offers sweeping views. Before reaching Petra, visit Little Petra (Siq Al-Barid), a Nabatean trade post with carved tombs and temples. Just 10 minutes north of Petra, this smaller valley reveals ancient water systems and caravan routes.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Essential Amman City Tour (3-4 hrs) - Private
Amman to Petra [via Crusaders' Legacy: Exploring the Shobak Castle, 4 hrs]
Amman - Petra [via Crusaders' Legacy: Exploring the Shobak Castle, 4 hrs]
DAY3
Petra
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Jordan
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Petra: Cross an Item off the Bucket List
Fulfill a dream with a private tour of Petra, the legendary "Rose City" carved into sandstone cliffs. Your expert guide brings to life this ancient Nabatean wonder as you explore its rock-cut facades and hidden treasures. Begin in Wadi Musa, then step back in time amid Petra’s monumental architecture. After a guided tour and lunch, enjoy free time to discover the site at your own pace. Venture to the High Place of Sacrifice, Petra’s sacred mountaintop altar. Walk past obelisks honoring Nabatean gods Dushara (strength) and al-Uzza (fertility), and see rock-carved shrines marking their transition from pagan rituals to Christianity by the 4th century. A profound glimpse into the spiritual heart of this UNESCO marvel.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Highlights of Petra (with Lunch, 5-6 hrs) - Private Tour
Exploring the High Place of Sacrifice
DAY4
Petra
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Wadi Rum
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Jordan
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Petra to Wadi Rum: Sun and Sand
Wadi Rum has a timeless feel to it – a stupendous open space, virtually untouched by humanity and its destructive forces. Here, it is the weather and winds that have carved the imposing, towering skyscrapers, so elegantly described by T.E. Lawrence as vast, echoing and God-like. Head into the desert today for a thrilling off-road tour perched up in the back of a specially-modified truck, traveling through the monolithic moonscape of Wadi Rum; discover the valleys and gorges that hide tales of human presence dating back millennia and feel enchanted by the sweeping red dunes of Arabia.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Transfer - Private - Petra - Wadi Rum [1.5 hrs ]
Off-Road Tour of Wadi Rum (with Lunch, 3 hrs) - Private Tour
DAY5
Wadi Rum
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Dead Sea
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Dead Sea
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Jordan
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Mount Nebo
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Wadi Rum to Dead Sea: The Journey Continues…
After breakfast, depart for the Dead Sea, stopping at Madaba and Mt. Nebo on the way. Madaba is home to a collection of renowned Byzantine Mosaics. The most renowned mosaic is the captioned map of all major biblical sites spanning from Lebanon to Egypt housed in the 19th century Greek Orthodox St George’s Church. Marvel at this intricate piece of art and learn about the history of this corner of Jordan from your guide. Continue to Mt. Nebo. Believed by many to be the site where Moses got to see the Promised Land, Mt. Nebo is a must-stop for anyone interested in Biblical history. Today, tour this special site with your private guide. According to Jewish and Christian tradition, Moses was buried on this mountain by God himself, and his final resting place is unknown. Following the conclusion of your tour, continue on your way to the Dead Sea.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Wadi Rum to Dead Sea [via Glimpse of the Promised Land: Madaba & Mt. Nebo (7-8 hrs)
DAY6
Dead Sea
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Dead Sea
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Jerash
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Dead Sea: Vitamin Sea
One of the most unique experiences the Dead Sea has to offer is fun, free and available everywhere! Floating in the Dead Sea is a must do on your list! Just lay back, relax and enjoy this natural phenomenon. Nestled in a quiet valley among the picturesque mountains of Gilead, the ancient city of Jerash pays tribute to the history of Roman influence in this part of the Middle East. Being among the largest and best-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the World outside of Italy, it’s as if it competes with the grandeur of Imperial Rome. Today, explore this spellbinding historical monument with your private guide. Stroll down its colonnaded streets and explore the soaring hilltop temples, handsome theatres, and spacious public squares. Marvel at the city walls pierced by imposing towers and learn about the Roman chapter of Jordan’s history.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Floating in the Dead Se
Jordan's Roman Past: Jerash City Tour (5-6 hrs) - Private Tour
DAY7
Dead Sea
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Dead Sea
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Amman
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Jordan
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Dead Sea to Amman: Bon Voyage
A private transfer from the Dead Sea area to the airport in Amman is provided. The driver will assist you with your bags and check-in process.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Transfer - Private - Dead Sea - Amman [Airport with Departure Assistance, 1 hr]
FINAL THOUGHTS
This is a sample itinerary. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose.