REGIONAL TOURISM

DAILY REgular TOURS (1 - 3 days) depart from Eilat

REGIONAL TOURISM

Jordan is the country geographically located in the heart of the Middle East, on the eastern border with Israel. Jordan is also the house of Petra, one of the architectural miracles of the world, a Nabatean city carved in the red rock. Let alone the fact that Jordan's history forms a part of biblical and historical paths of nations and civilizations, reflecting it in its well preserved sites, Jordan also offers all touristic facilities in means of transportation, accommodation and hospitality. Whatever you are looking for in your visit to Jordan, you can be assured that Arkia has the ability and the experience to fulfil your requirements and make your visit a memorable one.

Petra

Departures: Daily From Eilat

Pick up from your hotel at 07:30, arriving at the Arava border crossing we will enter the Kingdom of Jordan, from here a 2 hours drive takes us to the ‘Lost City of Petra’ An absolute must for all visitors to the region. Having walked for 30 minutes through the imposing Canyon (Wadi Siq) at its entrance, that awesome and monumental moment when you first step foot in Petra is upon you. Counted amongst the wonders of the ancient world. Petra is an archeological, anthropological and geological phenomenon. Your private guide will explain the history, legends, myths and truths of this astonishing city carved 2,000 years ago from the Red sandstone Mountains. We will enjoy a buffet lunch in Petra, followed by an afternoon visit to Wadi Musa ( a small village nearby), and city tour of Aqaba. Following this, we will commence our return journey to Arava border arriving in the evening in Eilat.

Cost of the tour include:

· Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure.

· Tour Will be conducted by English speaking guide.

· Entrance fees to the sites visited as per itinerary and short horse back riding.

· Lunch in Petra.

· Transfer to border and return to your hotel in Eilat.

Not included in the cost:

· Border charges and tips to be paid direct by the client on the spot.

Any drinks and personal expenses.

Tour No 1. 2 Days (one Night) arrival / departure from Eilat

Day 1 Wadi Arava Border – Wadi Rum – Petra

Meet / assist at Wadi Arava border. Drive to Wadi Rum for a jeep tour of the moonscape terrain. T. E. Lawrence rightly described as “vast”, echoing and God-Like. After the jeep tour in Wadi Rum, drive to Petra for over night.

Day 2 Petra – Wadi Arava Border

Full day touring Petra, with entry by Siq and visits to the Treasury, Street of Facades, Theater, Museum and ad-Deir, petra’s largest carved façade, later afternoon drive back to Wadi Arava border for departure.

Optional activities in Petra:

While you are in Petra, you can enjoy:

1. Petra by Night program includes a candle lit visit to the Rose-Red City of Petra .The spcial aura of the ancient Nabatean trading empire comes to life as you enjoy a stroll through the mysterious Siq of Petra. And at al Khaznah (the Treasure), music and stories will help you experience Petra as the travel-weary traders of old must have known it. The excursion departs from Petra Vistor Centre each Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evening at 20:30 pm returning to Visitor Centre around 22:30 pm.

2. The Petra Kitchen is a delightful way to round out your Jordan travel experiences. Like any home kitchen , The Petra Kitchen is a relaxed , informal atmosphere where you’ll gather to prepare an evening meal, working alongside local women under the supervisions of their chef.

Each evening meal includes soup, cold and hot mezza and salads, and a main course-all typical Jordaian dishes.

Tour No 2. 3 Days (Two Nights) arrival / departure from Eilat

Day 1 Wadi Arava Border – Wadi Rum – Petra

*It is possible to stay overnight camping in Wadi Rum, next day drive to Petra for full day tour inside the ruins.

Day 2 Petra

Full day touring Petra, with entry by Siq and visits to the Treasury, Street of Facades, Theater, Museum and ad-Deir, petra’s largest carved façade. Overnight in Petra.

Day 3 Petra – Wadi Arava Border

Second day full day touring in Petra, with entry by al Madras and visit to the high Place of Sacrifice, Wadi Farasa, Great Temple and Royal Tombs. Late afternoon drive back to Wadi Arava border for departure.

Tour No 3. For this tour visa must optain in Australia.

3 Days (Two Nights) arrival / departure from Allenby Bridge

Day 1 Allenby Bridge – Mt. Nebo – Kerak – Petra

Meet / assist at Wadi Arava border. Drive to Mt. Nebo, from which Moses viewed the Promisien Land, take in the view of Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, Jericho and (if it’s clear) the distand spires and domes of mount of Olives, and visit the contemporary Church with its display of mosaics from the succession of pilgrimage Churches on this venerated spot.

Day 2 Petra

Full day touring Petra, with entry by Siq and visits to the Treasury, Street of Facades, Theater, Museum and ad-Deir, petra’s largest carved façade. Overnight in Petra.

Day 3 Petra – Allenby Bridge or to Wadi Arava Border

Drive back to Allenby Bridge or to Arava border to Eilat or to Amman Queen Alia airport.

Tour No 4.

3 Days (Two Nights) arrival / departure from Sheikh Hussein Bridge

Day 1 Sheikh Hussein Bridge – Jerash – Petra

Drive to Jerash to tour the world’s best – preserved Roman provinical city, including visit to the Southern Theater, cardo, forum, Temple of Artemis and Byzantine church. Continue to Petra for overnight.

Day 2 Petra

Full day touring Petra, with entry by Siq and visits to the Treasury, Street of Facades, Theater, Museum and ad-Deir, petra’s largest carved façade. Overnight in Petra.

Day 3 Petra – Allenby Bridge or to Wadi Arava Border

Drive back to Allenby Bridge or to Arava border to Eilat or to Amman Queen Alia airport.

Tour No 5.

Jordan - Petra and Wadi Rum 2 Day Tour

First Day - This Petra and Wadi Rum tour leaves Eilat early morning for the Rabin crossing where we enter Jordan. Here we board 4X4 jeeps, driven by professional Bedouin drivers and journey to the sandstone area of Wadi Rum. We go off-road into its unique landscape and get off the beaten track to explore rarely traveled ancient merchant routes. Lunch is enjoyed outdoors. We continue off-road through the Rum and by evening reach a Bedouin hospitality camp, here we enjoy our evening meal and settle for the night in a guest tent*. In Wadi Rum we have the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring Arabian night-skies and the enchanting views of Wadi Rum.

Another option for the night: nice 3* hotel near Petra.

Second Day- Following breakfast we board our car and head for the road to Petra. At the modern entrance to the ancient site we leave our vehicles and commence the walk (horses optional) to the imposing Siq Canyon. A 1/2 hr walk through its towering canyon walls leads us into Petra. We tour the lost city on foot, exploring the main archeological sights. We stop for a refreshing buffet lunch at a restaurant within the site. Following lunch we commence the walk back to our vehicles at Petra's entrance. Participants may hire the services of the traditional transport providers (mules, camels and horse-drawn carriages) along the way. We reach Eilat by evening.
(Camping in the desert or 3* hotel in Petra).

* The highly acclaimed Taibet Zeman Hotel (a renovated 19th century Arabian village) por any other 5*, available at an additional charge.

Tour Includes: Hotel pick-up and Eilat-Jordan border assistance. bottled mineral water. Transportation in modern A/C bus and guide. Short tour of Aqaba. Petra entrance fees + Horse-ride and Lunch in Petra. Wadi Rum jeep tour and night in a Bedouin Camp or 3* hotel near Petra and all meals.

Tour doesn't include: Israel to Jordan border tax - tips (min of 6$ p.p. per day)

CLASSIC JORDAN TOUR

Tour No. (J-1)

Departs : EVERY SUNDAY 3 days / 2 nights

Sunday- Hussein bridge (Allenby Bridge) / Jerash / Amman

Departure from Tel Aviv & Jerusalem to the border. After border crossing procedures enter to Jordan and proceed to Jerash –city of the Decapolis – located about 45 km north of Amman in the fertile heights of the Gilead. Visit the ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets. The baths and the hilltop temple. Then drive to Amman – the capital of Jordan. After a short orientation tour viewing the various landmarks of the city drive to hotel for overnight.

Monday- Amman / Petra / Amman

After an early breakfast, leave the hotel and travel south on the road to Wadi Musa. Take a horse ride from the Visitor Centre to the entrance of the dramatic “Siq” (Canyon). Then walk through it to Petra – known as the red rock city – the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3^rd century BC to the 2^nd century AC. Visit the most interesting carved monuments, such as the Treasury (El Khazneh – the tomb of the Nabatean King). Then the field of tombs, obelisks and the alter (Al Mashbah). From this point you can view the whole of the rock city. Then back to Wadi Musa village and drive back to Amman for over night.

Tuesday – Amman / Madaba / Mount Nebo / Tel Aviv

After breakfast leave hotel. Drive to Madaba to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holyland and ruins of historical site. Continue about 10 km to Mount Nebo, from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. From there you will see the Jordan Valley, Jericho and the Dead Sea. Visit the remains of Byzantine church with mosaic floor, then drive to the border and back to Jerusalem & Tel Aviv.

CLASSIC JORDAN TOUR

Tour No. (J-2)

departureS: Every THURSDAY 4 days / 3 nights

Thursday- Sheikh Hussein bridge (Allenby Bridge) / Jerash / Amman

Overnight in Amman.

Friday - Amman / Madaba / Mount Nebo / Shbok / Petra

After breakfast drive to Madaba to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holyland and ruins of historical site. Continue about 10 km to Mount Nebo, from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. From there you will see the Jordan Valley, Jericho and the Dead Sea. Visit the remains of Byzantine church with mosaic floor. Proceed via the Crusader’s castle – Shobak – to Wadi Musa, the modern village of Petra for overnight.

Saturday - Petra / Amman

After breakfast, leave the hotel and ride on horseback from the Visitor Centre to the entrance of the dramatic “Siq” (Canyon). Then walk through it to Petra – known as the red rock city – the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3^rd century BC to the 2^nd century AC. Visit the most interesting carved monuments, such as the Treasury (El Khazneh – the tomb of the Nabatean King). Then the field of tombs, obelisks and the alter (Al Mashbah). From this point you can view the whole of the rock city. After the visit leave Petra and drive back to Amman for overnight.

Sunday – Amman /Aallenby bridge /Jerusalem / Tel Aviv

After breakfast leave the hotel and drive to Allenby bridge. Cross the Jordan river and drive back to Jerusalem & Tel Aviv.

Tour include the following services:

Assistance at the airport upon arrival.
Transfer from and to the border.
Accommodation in the hotels as per category or similar on bed and breakfast basis.
Tours as per itineraries.
Entrance fees to sites visited as per itinerary.

Rates do not include border charges and visa.

A valid visa to Jordan is required.

For more information please contact our office 03 – 6265 8855