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Jordan: Active Jordan Discovery

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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, Aqaba, Dead Sea, Jerash, Mount Nebo, Petra, Wadi Rum
SUGGESTED DURATION:11 Days
•Discover Amman’s bustling heart with your private guide, from ancient sites to spice markets. •Walk Jerash’s Roman colonnades and float effortlessly in the salty waters of the Dead Sea. •Hike Wadi Mujib’s sandstone gorge to hidden waterfalls and natural pools guided by a local. •Explore Petra’s iconic and offbeat corners, including remote Little Petra, privately led. •Relax by Aqaba’s Red Sea coast or opt to snorkel or dive, tailored by a Destination Expert.
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DAY1
Amman
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Jordan
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Amman: Get Settled
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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Jordan
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Amman: Explore with an Expert
A fascinating city of contrasts, Jordan’s capital city of Amman offers a unique blend of the old and the new. Today, explore this eclectic Middle Eastern hub with a private guide. Your experience includes stops at the fascinating Roman Theater and Nymphaeum that reflect the historic legacy of the city, and the enchanting Citadel which has stood since the ancient times of the Ammonites. Your introduction to Jordan’s rich heritage and culture is further enhanced by visits to the Archaeological and Folklore museums. Your private city tour can also be tailored to your personal interests. If it's shopping you're after, then the pedestrian Wakalat shopping district offers a wide selection of international brand names to choose from. For a more traditional experience, you may want to visit the old-downtown, also known as the ''Souq'', and take in the traditional sights and smells of the spice market.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Essential Amman City Tour (3-4 hrs) - Private
DAY3
Amman
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Dead Sea
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Dead Sea
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Jerash
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Jordan
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Amman to Dead Sea: Sights and Insights
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. A private transfer from Amman to Dead Sea is provided. The approximate transfer duration is one hour. 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.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Jordan's Roman Past: Jerash City Tour (with Lunch, 5-6 hrs) - Private
Transfer - Private - Amman - Dead Sea [1 hr] - Vehicle/Driver
DAY4
Dead Sea
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Dead Sea
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Jordan
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Dead Sea: Lace Up for Some Fresh Air
Wade and trek through the deep sandstone gorge of the Wadi Mujib, Jordan's most spectacular river canyon. This is an adventurous hike that takes you up through the beautiful sandstone ravine of the Wadi Mujib to one of the canyon's highest waterfalls. The trail starts at the Adventures Center near the Mujib Bridge, where you will take the cantilevered walkway over the dam to follow the course of the river between towering sandstone cliffs to the base of a large waterfall. Depending on seasonal rainfall levels, the gorge may contain pools deep enough for swimming. This is an ideal walk to take slowly and enjoy the cool water and shade, especially in the heat of summer.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Jordan's Grand Canyon: Hiking through Wadi Mujib (5-6 hrs)
DAY5
Mount Nebo
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Petra
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Jordan
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Dead Sea to Petra: The Journey Continues…
Visit Mount Nebo, revered as Moses' viewing point of the Promised Land. According to tradition, God buried Moses here, though his tomb remains unknown. Continue to Madaba to see the famous 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land in St. George's Church, depicting biblical sites from Lebanon to Egypt. Transfer privately from the Dead Sea to Petra (3 hours). En route, explore Little Petra (Siq Al-Barid), a key Nabatean trading post 10 minutes north of Petra. This compact canyon features temples, tombs, and ancient water systems, marking where caravan routes connected Jordan to Egypt and the Mediterranean. The surrounding landscape offers excellent opportunities for exploration before reaching Petra's main site.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Views of the Promised Land: Highlights of Madaba & Mount Nebo (4-5 hrs) - Private Tour
Transfer - Private - Dead Sea - Petra [3 hrs ]
Exploring Little Petra (1-2 hrs)
DAY6
Petra
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Jordan
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Petra: Cross an Item off the Bucket List
Cross an item off your bucket list on a private tour of the enchanting sandstone city of Petra. A treasure of the ancient world, the Rose City is full of mysterious charm that has attracted adventure seekers from all over the globe for many decades, and there is simply no better way to experience it than in the company of a private local guide. Today’s full day tour takes you south to Wadi Musa, the home of Petra nestled in the arid heart of Jordan. Journey back in time as you marvel at the remains of this Nabatean city painstakingly chiseled into rocky environment. After lunch, you will also get an opportunity to do some self-guided exploration of the site before heading back to your accommodation.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Highlights of Petra (with Lunch, 5-6 hrs) - Private Tour
DAY7
Petra
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Wadi Rum
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Jordan
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Petra to Wadi Rum: Nurtured by Nature
Get a breath of fresh air and explore the picturesque wadis of Dana Nature Reserve on a private tour. Situated north of Petra, Dana is home to wildlife, jaw-droppingly stunning landscapes, and thousands of years of history. Best explored on foot, there are a series of trails - some guided, some self-guided - which take in a variety of sights from canyon scenery to local villages and ancient copper mines. A private transfer from Petra to Wadi Rum is provided. The approximate transfer duration is one hour and 30 minutes. Spend the evening at leisure at your Bedouin tented desert camp. Enjoy the pool, sit around one of the central fires, and watch the sunset over the camp's small mountain backdrop of the Moon Valley.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Exploring the Wadis of Dana Nature Reserve (3-4 hrs) - Private Tour
ransfer - Private - Petra - Wadi Rum [1.5 hrs ]
DAY8
Aqaba
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Jordan
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Wadi Rum
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Wadi Rum to Aqaba: En Route
A private transfer from Wadi Rum to Aqaba is provided. The approximate transfer duration is one hour. This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Transfer - Private - Wadi Rum - Aqaba [1 hr ] - Vehicle/Driver
DAY9
Aqaba
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Jordan
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Aqaba Beach Bliss
Experience a connection with nature; a feeling of freedom, and a transformation. Diving connects you with nature and there is no better place to do it in Aqaba. The Red Sea offers one of the most amazing and adventurous diving trips in the area. Enjoy your trip while exploring the aquatic life in the Red Sea.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Diving in Aqaba
DAY10
Aqaba
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Jordan
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Aqaba: A Bit of Time on Your Own
Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
HIGHLIGHTS:
At leisure
DAY11
Aqaba
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Amman
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Jordan
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Aqaba to Amman: Jet Off
A private airport transfer is provided. Board a flight in Aqaba with service to Amman. Approximate flight duration is 30 minutes.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Airport Transfer with Assistance
Flight from Aqaba to Amman
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.