07 NIGHTS / 08 DAYS EYE OF JORDAN Destinations Covered: Amman, Madaba, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba

Jordan, an Arab nation on the east bank of the Jordan River, is defined by ancient monuments,
nature reserves and seaside resorts. It’s home to the famed archaeological site of Petra, the
Nabatean capital dating to around 300 B.C. Set in a narrow valley with tombs, temples and
monuments carved into the surrounding pink sandstone cliffs, Petra earns its nickname, the
"Rose City."


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Jordan, an Arab nation on the east bank of the Jordan River, is defined by ancient monuments,
nature reserves and seaside resorts. It’s home to the famed archaeological site of Petra, the
Nabatean capital dating to around 300 B.C. Set in a narrow valley with tombs, temples and
monuments carved into the surrounding pink sandstone cliffs, Petra earns its nickname, the
"Rose City."
A safe haven in a region of conflict, Jordan has delighted visitors for centuries with its World
Heritage Sites, friendly towns and inspiring desert landscapes.

Facts & Figure:
Capital: Amman
Dialing code: +962
Currency: Jordanian dinar
King: Abdullah II of Jordan
Continent: Asia.
Location: Middle East, northwest of Saudi Arabia
Size: 89,342 km²
Climate: Mostly arid desert; rainy season in west (November to April)
Terrain: Mostly desert plateau in east, highland area in west; Great Rift Valley
separates East and West Banks of the Jordan River
Language: Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken.
Religion: Sunni Muslim 92%, Christianity 6%, other 2%
Population: 6,482,081 (July 2013 est.)
Jordan time: GMT +2
Working hours: Banks 08.30 - 15.00
Business Offices 09.00 - 18.00 some close for lunch
Government Offices 08.00 - 15.00
Shops 10.00 - 21.00 very flexible though
Best Time to Visit: For cooler temperatures in the high teens, the best time to visit Jordan is
March-May. Amman reaches a comfortable 32°C between June
and September, while nights can drop below freezing
from Decemberto February. The beaches of Aqaba and the salty Dead
Sea touch 40°C in July.

DAY 01: ARRIVAL AMMAN
Meet and assist at Queen Alia International Airport with all airport procedures and formalities
via Customs & Emigration, drive to Amman Hotel for Overnight.
DAY 02: MADABA & MT. NEBO - KERAK - PETRA
After breakfast transfer along the Kingsway road, visiting Madaba & Mt. Nebo. Continue for a
visit to the Kerak Castle. Proceed to Petra for overnight.
DAY 03: PETRA
After breakfast, a day visit of Petra & overnight.
DAY 04: PETRA - WADI RUM
After breakfast transfer around noon time from Petra to Wadi Rum for desert Jeep ride. Diner
& Overnight at a Bedouin Camp inside Wadi Rum Desert.
DAY 05: AQABA
After breakfast a morning transfer to Aqaba City for a free day at leisure & relaxing. Overnight
at Aqaba Hotel.
DAY 06: AQABA - DEAD SEA - AMMAN
After breakfast, Transfer along Wadi Araba road reaching the Dead Sea Hotel for a time of
leisure relaxing & swimming. Visit the Bethany Area - Baptism Site - and continue to Amman for
overnight.
DAY 07: AMMAN - JERASH AMMAN

After breakfast, a full day visit of Jerash, and the Ajloun Castle. Drive back to Amman for
Panoramic Tour of the city (1.30 - 2 Hours no entrance fees) & drive to the hotel for overnight.
DAY 08: DEPARTURE
After breakfast transfer to Q.AI Airport with our full assistance with all airport procedures and
formalities via Customs & Emigration.

Inclusions:
 Meet & Assist in Arrival and Departure
 Accommodation at hotels as mentioned above on a Bed & Breakfast basis
 Transfers as per mentioned in the program: for 1 - 3 Person in a private A/C Car, 4 - 6
private A/C Van, 7+ depending on the group size in a small/medium/large size A/C DLX
buss
 1 - 6 Pax, Local Guide at Petra for 1.3 - 2 hours, and local guide at Jerash for 1.3 - 2 hours
 1 - 6 Pax, English Speaking Escort Driver all through the program
 7 Pax & more a permanent English or Italian or French Speaking Guide all throughout
the tours dates only
 Entrance to All Sites mentioned In the Itinerary
 Horse ride for 800 meters at Petra
 Wadi Rum Jeep ride for 2 hours when applicable

Exclusions:
 Airtickets
 Visa fees for FIT'S (Individuals)
 Departure tax for all number of groups
 Any personal expenses such as telephone call, laundry, drinks, mini bar etc.
 Tips to guides, driver, and horse boy in Petra, restaurants & hotel staff
 Any optional Tours or Meals unspecified in tour program
 Permanent Guide is not included for less than 7 person (Local Guides at sites will be
used for all 1 - 6 persons at Jerash & Petra)
 GST