Amman - Um al Jimal - Desert Castle - Amman

Visit Um al Jimal, a haunting caravan outpost with impressive architectural features such as its iconic archways and the remains of some 14 Byzantine churches. Drive on to visit the Roman fortress of Azraq was later re-used as a winter headquarters by T. E. Lawrence during the Arab Revolt of the early 20th Century. Stop for lunch at the RSCN's Azraq Lodge, a restored British Army hospital now used to welcome visitors to the Azraq Wetlands Reserve managed by the RSCN (Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature - a vital reclamation project which has begun to attract hundreds of migratory bird species back to their ancient migratory routes between Africa and Asia or Europe). After lunch visit two of Jordan's famed "Desert Castles". These structures scattered throughout Jordan were in fact Omayyad hunting lodges built during the 8th Century: Qasr Amra, one of Jordan's World Heritage Sites, has a frescoed vault roof and bathhouse and Qasr Kharanah, a more formidable structure, displays the "hidden within the walls" structural style well suited to the heart of the desert. Return to Amman for overnight. [B.L]

Amman - Um Qais - Jerash - Amman

Head north to visit the dramatic Um Qais (Biblical Gadara), one of Jordan's Greco-Roman Decapolis cities with a stunning view over the Golan Heights and Sea of Galilee. Continue driving to Jerash and tour of the world's best-preserved Roman provincial city. Return to Amman and in the evening, dinner at Tawaheen Al Hawa Restaurant. Overnight Amman. [B.D]

Amman - Madaba / Mt. Nebo - Um ar-Risas - Petra

Morning city tour of Amman including the Citadel and Archaeological Museum. Drive to Madaba, an archbishopric during the Byzantine era and home to the world's largest collection of ancient mosaics. You'll visit the Madaba Archaeological Park, St. George Church, Madaba Museum and Apostles' Church. On Mt. Nebo, the site from which is it believed that Moses saw the Promised Land, enjoy the spectacular view over the Jordan River Valley, Dead Sea, Jericho and the hills of Judea, as well as the fine collection of Byzantine mosaics restored from the series of churches which have occupied this venerated spot. Drive on to Um ar-Risas for a visit to the Stylite Tower and fine mosaic floor or the St. Stephen Church at Jordan’s newest World Heritage site. Continue driving to your hotel in Petra. In the evening join the candlelight stroll through Petra’s Siq with the “Petra by Night” program for a romantic introduction to the legendary Nabatean Capital city. Overnight Petra. [B]

Petra

Full day touring in Petra, including visits to the Treasury, Theater, Colonnaded Street and ad-Deir, Petra's largest carved facade. In the evening, join the fun at the Petra Kitchen as you learn to cook a traditional local meal. Overnight Petra. [B.D]

Petra - Wadi Rum

Morning return to Petra by the "secret road" route. Visit the High Place of Sacrifice. In the afternoon, drive to Wadi Rum for a jeep tour of the moonscape terrain. Dinner and overnight camping in the heart of the desert. [B.D]

Wadi Rum - Karak - Wadi Al Mujib - Dead Sea

After breakfast at campsite, drive to visit the crusader castle of Karak and if you will be in Jordan between April and October, you will visit the Mujib Nature Reserve for two hours hike, you will do the Siq trail, this trail starts at the Visitors' Center of Mujib. Continue driving to Dead Sea for overnight. [B}

Dead Sea

Day to relax and enjoy the resort's pool and beach facilities, or try a pampering treatment in the Spa. Overnight Dead Sea. [B]

Dead Sea - Queen Alia Airport

Transfer to Queen Alia Airport for your departure.