9 Days Israel & Jordan Highlights Premium Custom Designed Tour
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1 st DAY
TEL AVIV TO JERUSALEM – You’ve Arrived
When you arrive at Tel Aviv, an airport representative will be waiting for you in the sleeve of your airplane (jet bridge) in which you will be led through a separate passport control counter. Then, the agent will help you pick up your luggage . You are then escorted through the gate for arrivals for your transfer, who will be there waiting to greet you.
A chauffeured vehicle from a private company will be able to provide transportation from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
The place you’ll be in
- Orient Jerusalem
- Orient Old City View Room
2nd DAY
JERUSALEM – The Adventure Begins
The center of the Holy Land centers around Jerusalem which is the center of civilisation and revered as the Holy City in Christianity, Judaism and Islam as well. Its Mount of Olives overlooks the Old City, standing testament to the ages of history , and is the only thing that separates it from Holy City from the Judean Desert. Start your day with a private driver-guide who speaks English on the Mount of Olives, gazing at the stunning views of the Old City below, with vast perspectives of olive tree canopy as well as cemeteries and churches. From there, walk into through the Old City through the Muslim Quarter from the east Lion’s Gate, stopping to visit the Church of Saint Anne and the Pools of Bethesda. Follow the footsteps in the footsteps of the Via Dolorosa the most important way of pilgrimage for Christian visitors. It is thought to be a marker to the place of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion in The Church of the Holy Sepulchre and is one of the most respected Christian monuments. Explore the narrow souks that connect with the Christian Quarter and the Jewish Quarter before ending your morning with a visit to the Western Wall, the former wall that was used to reclaim The Second Temple. The area that is that is in the area in front of the Western Wall functions as an open-air synagogue. It is believed to be the most sacred place in which Jews can pray. Take a walk out of into the Old City through the Dung Gate and head to the nearby City of David an archaeological site situated outside of within Old City walls with findings dating back to the Bronze Age and covering findings that date back to The Old or New Testament.
The place you’ll be where you’ll be
- Orient Jerusalem
- Orient Old City View Room
3rd DAY
JERUSALEM – Sights and Insights
Jerusalem’s reputation as a cultural center extends well beyond the walls that are its Old City, and many of the treasures of this country are scattered across the city. With your driver-guide who speaks English go toward Jerusalem’s Israel Museum to start the day. When you arrive, drive past the Supreme Court and the Knesset is home to Israel’s parliament. Israeli parliament. It is home to the Israeli parliament. Israel Museum holds artifacts relevant to Judaism, Christianity and Islam in equal measure. The two main exhibitions include the replica of the city from the period of the Second Temple, and the Shrine of the Book, which houses books like the Dead Sea Scrolls, the most ancient biblical manuscripts found in Qumran. Take a drive towards Yad Vashem. Holocaust Memorial of Yad Vashem which is located on the western slopes of Mount Herzl adjacent to the national war cemetery. Yad Vashem is the country’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and is a heart-wrenching appeal against the horrific effects of genocide. Go to Yad Vashem to visit the Machane Yehuda Market, affectionately called The Shuk in the eyes of Jerusalemites. Take a break for meals (not excluded) here in one of the scrumptious eateries that cater to Kosher and non-kosher requirements. The market is bustling with activities as Israelis and tourists alike come to the market to buy the bounty of local goods such as pita breads, nuts spice, desserts, and spices. If you have the help of your Shuk Bites card (included during your trip) take a bite and enjoy various products. using you Shuk Bites card (included in the tour) take a bite and taste the variety of goods and flavors at the market while your guide guides you through the many nooks and crannies in Machane Yehuda.
The place you’ll be in
- Orient Jerusalem
- Orient Old City View Room
4th DAY
JERUSALEM – A Sight To Behold
The iconic natural wonders of in the Israeli landscape, and play their own roles as the Holy Land’s long historical context. Masada, Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea stand out in the Jordan Rift Valley against the stunning mountain backdrop that lie on one side of the border. Jordanian part of the frontier. With your driver-guide who speaks English Begin your day by taking a trip to the stunning Ein Gedi Reserve, a breathtaking desert oasis dotted with waterfalls , and mentioned numerous instances within the Book of Psalms. Travel on by car to Masada which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its location as King Herod’s desert mountain getaway palace, as well as the site that the Zealots’ last fight in the battle against Roman Legion as well as breathtaking views of the desert and the Dead Sea below.
To the top, take a cable car, and discover the ruins of the King’s Palaces. storage rooms, the bathroom and the old ramp that was used to climb the mountain along with one of the first synagogues. It is possible to walk along on the Snake Path to the summit of Masada However, this is only for those who are in good health since the 90-minute trek in the scorching desert sun is quite difficult.
The place you’ll be in
- Orient Jerusalem
- Orient Old City View Room
5th DAY
JERUSALEM TO TEL AVIV TO EILAT TO AQABA TO PETRA – A Change of Scenery
A chauffeured vehicle can provide an airport transfer service from Jerusalem as well as Tel Aviv airport. Tel Aviv airport.
Get on a plane to Tel Aviv with direct service to Eilat. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour.
A private car will offer transportation from Eilat to Eilat to the Arava Border from Eilat.
Please note that the rates do not include tax at the border of US $65.50 per guest. to be paid at the time of purchase in cash. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Your driver is waiting to greet you and assist you at your the day of your arrival.
A shuttle service from Aqaba and Petra with a private vehicle and driver is offered.
The place you’ll be in
- Movenpick Petra (B) (Superior)
- Superior
6th DAY
PETRA – Cross an Item off the Bucket List
Petra is the jewel of the ancient world. And the red-rock city is full of mystery and beauty. In fact Petra is “designed to strike wonder into all who entered it”. Petra is the result of the Nabataeans which was a hard-working Arab people who established themselves in the southern part of Jordan around 2500 years ago. It was then admired for its refined style of life, its massive architecture, and inventive canals and dams The city of impressive buildings that was built into massive cliffs still inspires the wonder of today. After lunch, you’ll be able to explore through the grounds that surround Petra independently.
In the distance above Petra at the top of a mountain In the mountains above Petra, the Nabataeans constructed the High Temple of Sacrifice. their most sacred open-air altar on which they would perform ritual slaughters of animals. The route to the altar is lined with Obelisks that honor the two gods of the kingdom that are Dushara, the god of power, and al-Uzza, the goddess of fertility and water. Alongside public worship as well as public worship, the Nabataeans also had private ceremonies as evident by the shrines and niches carved into the rock faces surrounding them. They practiced this faith for hundreds of years but by the time they reached the middle of the fourth century, they were embracing Christianity as their primary religion.
Spend some time in the freedom of exploration at Siq Al-Barid (Little Petra) situated to North of Petra which is just 10 minutes drive from. A classic temple is guarded in the siq’s miniature that could be an important part in the capital city Petra located near the point at which numerous ancient caravan routes crossed connecting Wadi Araba with Gaza, Egypt and the Mediterranean coast. The small file, which is just 1100 feet long is filled with tombs, templesand houses, triclinias and water channels, as well as cisterns. The area surrounding it is stunning and is great for exploring.
The place you’ll be where you’ll be
- Movenpick Petra (B) (Superior)
- Superior
7th DAY
PETRA TO DEAD SEA – The Journey Continues…
After breakfast, head for after breakfast, head for the Dead Sea. While there, you can embark on a trip around Madaba famous for its stunning Byzantine or Umayyad mosaics. Madaba is the home of famed 6th-century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Near in the Church of the Virgin is the Madaba Institute For Mosaic Art and Restoration that is run under the supervision from the Ministry of Tourism. The only one similar to its type within the Middle East, the Institute provides training to craftsmen in repairs and restoring mosaics. Continue your visit to Mount Nebo, the mountaintop memorial to Moses with breathtaking panoramic views over the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea and The River Jordan. The small Byzantine church was constructed by the early Christians that was later transformed into a massive complex. In his trip to Jordan during 2001, late Pope John Paul II held an address here, which was attended by a crowd of 20000 people. Arrive at the Dead Sea.
The place you’ll be in
- Kempinski Ishtar
- Junior Suite
8th DAY
DEAD SEA TO AMMAN – Sun and Sand
The most memorable experiences that the Dead Sea has to offer is fun, cheap and all over the world! The experience of floating within the Dead Sea is a must be on your bucket list! Relax, lay back and enjoy this natural wonder.
Take a half-day city tour around Amman as well as Jerash. The abundance of sparkling white homes and kebab stalls that roast meat and small cafes where delicious Arabian coffee is enjoyed during the afternoon sun bring to mind a scene straight from the thousand and one nights. It is located 48 kilometers from Amman and located in a tranquil valley surrounded by the mountains that make up Gilead, Jerash rivals the beauty in Imperial Rome being one of the biggest and best preserved places in Roman Architecture in the World outside of Italy. Even today it’s streets are lined with paved and colonnaded and soaring hilltop temples beautiful theaters, vast parks and public spaces baths, fountains , and walls of the city pierced by gates and towers are in excellent condition.
In which hotel you’ll be in
- Kempinski Hotel Amman
- Deluxe
9th DAY
AMMAN – Bon Voyage
Airport pick-up and assist/transfer to Amman with a chauffeured vehicle and English driver who speaks English is available.
After your departure, you’ll be met by a person at the airport’s departures hall before heading towards the counter for your boarding pass as well as the passport control, which will be used to obtain the stamp of departure.
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