Lawrence of Arabia

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1:

  QUEEN ALIA AIRPORT / AMMAN

  

  Meet at Queen Alia International Airport upon disembarking the craft, you will go through halls to immigration area, where you will meet our representative who will be holding a board sign of your name, he will lead you through procedures and deliver you till the coach, transfer you to the hotel for overnight

• day 2:

  DESERT CASTLES / IRAQ AL AMIR / AMMAN

  

  

  

  

  

  Transfer East to Desert to Visit Desert Castles , in round trip of around 4 hours , visiting Harrana Castle, Amra Palace, Azraq Castle (One of Headquarters used by Lawrence of Arabia)  Jordan's desert castles, built by Umayyad princes in the 8th century, are a remarkable series of desert retreats located east of Amman. They primarily served as palaces, bathhouses, and hunting lodges. This architectural heritage showcases stunning designs and provides insight into the lavish lifestyles of the Umayyad elite during that period. The castles are easily accessible on a roundtrip of approximately 260 km.   Transfer to Iraq Al Amir, translating to "Caves of the Prince," is a village located outside of Amman, Jordan. It features a series of ancient caves carved into the cliffs, dating back to the 2nd century BC. These caves were historically used for various purposes, including burials, shelter, stables, and storage.   and back to Hotel in Amman for Over night 

• day 3:

  AMMAN / UMM QAIS / JERASH / AJLOUN / AMMAN

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  Breakfast At Hotel Transfer North to  Umm Qais (02 Hours) visit the site Overlooking Golan Heights and Tiberias Lake – The site where the Biblical Miracle  of Swine took place Transfer to Jarash ( 01 Hour)Visit the ancient Greco Roman city of Jerash.(around 01hrs30) go through the colonnaded street, amphitheater, Churches, temples and the vast Roman Forum. Proceed to Ajloun Castle , Visit the crusader site.( If Time Permits as in Winter the day time would not allow to visit the tree sites in one day) After a good look around, drive back to Amman to Amman for Over Night 

• day 4:

  AMMAN / KARAK / SHOBACK / BEIDA / PETRA

  

  

  

  

  

  Departure from Amman: Start your day early  to make the most of your trip.Karak Castle: Arrive at Karak around 9:00 AM. Explore the historical Karak Castle, which offers impressive views and insights into the Crusader history of the region. Spend about 1-2 hours here.Late Morning:Shobak Castle: Depart for Shobak Castle . This castle is smaller than Karak but equally historic.  explore the ruins, and take in the stunning landscape. Spend about an hour here. Afternoon:Beida (Little Petra): Depart for Beida and explore this archaeological site that features stunning rock cut architecture similar to Petra but less crowded. Spend 1-1.5 hours here.  Proceed to your hotel in Petra   

• day 5:

  PETRA VISIT / RUM

  

  

  

  

  

  Visit of Petra (ON FEET) from the Entrance- With Site local Guide for 02 Hours - Rest of Day Self-GuidedYou can hire a Golf Car to make your visit Faster  After breakfast, start a full day tour to the red rose city; Petra, one of the greatest and most beautiful archaeological sites in the world. You will begin an unforgettable trip by foot through the narrow passage between the massive walls of rock that provides the main access to the ancient site. Entering Petra through this chasm till we reach our first glimpse of the Treasury, whose towering façade bedecked with magnificent columns was made famous in the final sequence of the popular Hollywood film /Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. You will visit the Theater, the Royal Tombs, the Great Temple, and the Petra Church.  Back to Entrance & Proceed to rum Valley (02 Hrs) – Dinner over night in Desert under tents    (IF THIS DAY IS MONDAY, WEDNESDAY OR THURSDAY, YOU WILL HAVE CHANCE TO VISIT PETRA AT NIGHT

• day 6:

  RUM ( JEEP / CAMEL RIDE )

  

  

  

  

  

  ( JEEP / CAMEL RIDE )   Breakfast at camp / ( Chance to do Balloon in Rum if weather conditions were suitable)    Morning Jeep ride for 4-5 Hours visiting :Fluted Rocky hill known as :The seven Pillars Of Wisdom”Remains of the Nabatean temple Fissured Rock and walk into a narrow canyon Thamudic Inscriptions Two rock-Bridges Lawrence’s castle The second Collection of Thamudic Inscriptions at the opposite site of Wadi Branch   Back to Camp noon time – buffet lunch and time for rest  P.m. A Nice trip o Camels Back ( for 01hrs30-02 Hours)  With Bedouin Guide  Back to camp for Dinner overnight ( Chance to experience the special Bedouin way of cooking under hot sands - ZARB) / Overnight  at camp  BREAKFAST. LUNCH AND DINNER AT CAMP 

• day 7:

  RUM / AQABA / DEAD SEA

  

  

  

  

  

  

   Morning: Departure from Wadi Rum1 hour drive to AqabaActivity: Enjoy the sunrise over the desert as you depart from Wadi Rum. The early morning is typically cooler, making it a pleasant time for travel.Recommendation: Enjoy traditional Jordanian breakfast items such as "foul" (fava beans), hummus, and fresh pita bread, or indulge in some fresh seafood.Explore Aqaba Take a stroll along the Aqaba Corniche, visit the local markets, or enjoy some time at the beach. If interested, you can also visit the Aqaba Fort or the Aqaba Archaeological Museum for a dose of culture and history. Depart for the Dead SeaRoute: Take the scenic route along the coast; you’ll drive alongside the Dead Sea for a picturesque view.Arrive at the Dead Sea, Take advantage of wellness treatments that many resorts offer, such as spa services using Dead Sea minerals. Alternatively, simply relax by the pool or on the beach. 

• day 8:

  DEAD SEA / QUEEN ALIA AIRPORT

  

  

  

  

  

  Takes one hour to drive from the Dead sea to Airport  MUST BE AT AIRPORT 03 HRS PRIOR TO FLIGHT DEPARTURE TIME