Uitgebreide reisroute van de Internationale groepsreis Petra & Wadi Rum Family Adventure
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    • Enjoy a fun Gladiator show in Jerash Have your own Indian Jones adventure in Petra. Star gaze in Wadi Rum. Chill on the Red sea coast and float in the Dead Sea
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    Start Amman.

    We start at our hotel in Amman on day 1 of the itinerary.  Those on the group flights from London will arrive in the evening.  Land only clients need to provide their flight details if they would like to receive a FREE arrival transfer. Your leader will leave instructions for you at the hotel. Hotel Toledo (4-Star) or similar

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    Gladiator show; tour Roman city of Jerash

    After breakfast we take our first steps back in time to the Roman City of Jerash.  The Hippodrome and it's history come alive with an entertaining Gladiator show, where chariots complete curcuits in a cloud of dust and Roman soldiers show off their maneuvers. At the end of the show you can even get a photo with the actors who are rigged out in traditional uniforms and armour.  In ancient times Jerash was a city of great wealth and importance.  Settled as a town during the reign of Alexander the Great it reached its zenith during the period of the Decapolis -  a group of ten great Roman cities on the eastern frontier of their empire.  Walking along the well preserved Roman roads, wandering through the market place and climbing the steps of the theatres is bound to capture the imagination of everyone in the family.  After our Roman adventure return to Amman for free time and maybe a dip in the hotel pool. 4-Star hotel

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    To Petra via Mt Nebo and Madaba

    Leaving Amman pur first stop is Mt Nebo where Moses stood looking down on the promised land.  Race to the top and take a family photo on this historic spot.   Our next stop is the market town of Madaba famous for its Byzantine-era mosaics the most famous of which is the oldest map of Palestine in existence.  Crafted in 560 AD it depicts all the major Biblical sites of the Middle East from Egypt to Palestine.  A visit to a mosaic workshop reveals how these arts of work are made.  The oldest mosaic found in the world has been dated back to the 3rd Millennium BC.   Before leaving Madaba fill up your water bottle with one of the many delicious fresh local juices.  We continue our journey south through deserts and amazing canyons stopping at a high point for wonderful views,  to see some of the fossils found in the area which used to be under the sea and have a picnic lunch.   On arrival at Wadi Musa the gateway to Petra there is free time to settle into our hotel. Comfortable hotel

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    Have your own Indian Jones adventure exploring Petra

    This morning we start early to avoid the heat of the day and maybe your family are too excited to sleep anyway because today is our Indian Jones adventure into the Lost city of Petra. We start our early wandering through the Siq, a natural gateway to one of the world's most spectacular landmarks.  Along the way we pass 'Djinn' blocks.   Djinn is an Arabic word meaning spirits and is the source of the English word for Genie. So maybe these monoliths can grant wishes.  Suddenly through a narrow opening in the rock we get our first glimpse of the famous Al-Khazneh or Treasury.  Featured in the 1989 blockbuster film 'Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade' the astonishing sites of Petra were brought to the attention of the world.  Since then travelling to this ancient city has been added to many people's must see list.   So pinch yourself to make sure you're not dreaming.  We continue exploring this amazing city scrambling up hills to find huge tombs and palaces.  Winding our way around the hillsides we stop for a picnic lunch before exploring the Colonnaded street and Great temple.  Heading back along the main street we re-enter the Siq leaving behind a magical city that will probably stay in your memory forever.   The rest of the afternoon and evening are free to relax. Comfortable hotel

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    To Aqaba on the Red Sea coast

    After breakfast we head to Little Petra to climb through cave rooms and explore a much less crowed site.  From here we head to Aqaba, Jordan's port and premier beach resort on the Red Sea. Our hotel has a private white sandy beach, lagoon style pool and options for water sports and snorkelling.  It has a number of restaurants and is close to the down town area where you will find a small market and more cafes and restaurants. This afternoon is free to relax. As the sun sets meet up with the tour leader and its time to dive into the colourful bazaars and have fun haggling for a souvenir.5-Star beach resort 

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    Free to time snorkel, swim, relax in Aqaba or visit Saraya Water Park (optional)

    Today you have some extra time to enjoy what Aqaba has to offer or, alternatively, just to relax on the beach. The pool area of our resort features artistic fountains surrounded by palm trees and there are water sports available, including snorkelling and scuba diving among the amazing Red Sea coral.  The hotel also has a spa and wellness centre and a gym so the needs of the whole family are catered for. Your Tour leader can arrange fun time on the beach and in the evening they will arrange a group dinner in Aqaba for those who want to join. Saraya Water Park is also close by and features more than 25 water slides and water drenched versions of Petra and Jerash – it is suitable for children up to 12 years old. Prices start from 20 JD for adults and 25 JD for children . Please let your tour leader know if you would like to go and he will arrange a taxi for you, approx. $3 each way.5-Star beach resort

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    Wadi Rum jeep adventure; sleep in a desert camp

    Leaving the Red Sea coast it's time to head into the desert and our private Exodus camp.  Basic but beautiful we join a Bedouin family who are our hosts. There’s a small sand dune nearby which is great fun to roll down. Later in the day we bounce around the dunes in our jeeps and then scramble up some rocks to watch the sunset. This evening we can go star gazing and maybe even meet up with some of the animals that come out at night.  Our dinner is cooked the traditional Bedouin way under the ground and there's a campfire where we can sit and talk.  Camping in Wadi Rum is an experience of a lifetime. Permanent Bedouin camp

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    From Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea

    Up early today to say goodbye to our new Bedouin friends and head to the lowest point on earth the Dead sea. Our family orientated resport has outdoor pools with water slides and a terrace overlooking the Dead Sea.  Have fun floating in the saline waters, rub on the mineral-rich mud for a great family photo and enjoy the swimming pools our resort has to offer. Tonight, get together with the rest of the group to share all the memories of our Jordan adventures over dinner and maybe cement new friendships.4-Star hotel

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    Trip ends Dead Sea

    For Land only guests the trip ends after breakfast at the Dead Sea.  By prior arrangement you can join the group transfer to the airport which leaves in time to catch the Royal Jordanian flight back to London. Our sales team can also arrange a private transfer at extra cost. 

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