Wendy Wu Jordan and Israel Discovery

– Discover desert castles near Amman
– Float in the Dead Sea
– Interact with locals in Druze Villages
– Learn the history of a Kibbutz
– See the Gardens of Gethsemane
– Enjoy a Palestinian dance show

Day 1: Fly to Amman

Fly to Amman, arriving late the same day. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel for your overnight stay

Day 2: Jordan Valley

As-Salt, a hillside town known for its Ottoman architecture, is the first visit of the day. Continue onto Jerash, also referred to as the Pompeii of the East. The last stop today will be Ajloun, where you visit the fortress of Qa’lat Al Rabad that overlooks the Jordan Valley.

Day 3: Amman City Tour

Enjoy a city tour of Amman, taking in the Citadel and Roman Amphitheatre, before visiting the Desert Castles, and participating in a workshop making a traditional flute used in Middle Eastern music.

Day 4: Mount Nebo

Travel to Mount Nebo and to the town of Madaba visiting Madaba Mosaic Map, the oldest surviving depiction of the Holy Land and St. George Church. Later this afternoon you will arrive in Petra.

Day 5: Explore Petra

Explore the caves and tombs of this “Lost City”, Jordan’s most valuable treasure. It is surrounded by imposing mountains and has many locations within, such as The Siq, The Dam, Bab Al Siq and the popular Treasury. Return tonight to see this wonder under candlelight.

Day 6: Overnight in Wadi Rum

Stop at Little Petra, a smaller version of Petra before arriving at Wadi Rum. A drive over the sand dunes will allow for further exploration before settling in at your desert camp, just as the Bedouin nomads do.

Day 7: Float in the Dead Sea

Journey to the Dead Sea, the lowest body of water on Earth, with a high level of salinity which allows one to float. You will have the afternoon to explore the surrounding area.

Day 8: Travel to Tel Aviv

Transfer from the Dead Sea to Tel Aviv by road. On arrival you will check into your hotel and have time to relax.

Day 9: Travel to Galilee

Today you will visit Jaffna, the world’s oldest active harbour, travel to Caesarea to view the fascinating Roman ruins, and drive to view the Holy Land at Mukhraga before finishing your touring in Tiberias.

Day 10: Tiberias

Travel to the site of the miracle of the Loaves and Fishes (Tabgh) before visiting the ancient synagogue and House of St. Peter in Capernaum. Mount of Beatitudes is where the Sermon on the Mount took place.

Day 11: Qasr El Yahud

Depart for Kibbutz Degania B, Israel’s first Kibbutz before travelling to Qasr El Yahud and onto Jericho where you will take a cable car up to Quarantal Monastery, built into the face of the mountain. Arrive back, on the opposite side of the Dead Sea, to relax for the afternoon.

Day 12: Bethlehem

Travel to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, before you take the cable car to the top of Masada Fortress. Continue your journey to Bethlehem, located in the central West Bank of Palestine, and enjoy a Palestinian dancing show this evening.

Day 13: Mount Zion

This morning you will visit the Church of Nativity before driving to Jerusalem. Visit the Cenacle, King David’s Tomb and the Dormition Abbey at Mount Zion. End the day visiting the Hebrew University, Parliament House and the Supreme Court.

Day 14: Jerusalem

Your final day will include the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. Stroll through the Old City to see the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Virgin Mary’s birthplace. End the day with an authentic Shabbat dinner experience prepared by a local Rabbi.

Day 15: Fly to UK

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

You’ll spend 14 nights in 3+/4* accommodations

Ascend to Masada Fortress
Explore one of Israel’s most famous attractions. The ancient buildings and palaces have been restored and offer fantastic views

Discover the wonders of Qarantal
Visit Qarantal, the Monastery of Temptation. Built into a mountain overlooking Jericho, this is where Jesus is said to have spent 40 days fasting. Admire the panoramic views of Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea.

Admire the landscapes of Wadi Rum
Also known as the Valley of the Moon, Wadi Rum is an unforgettable adventure. Explore the dunes on an exhilarating 4×4 tour, before spending the night in a luxurious 5-star desert camp with en suite tents.

– All meals: 15 Breakfasts, 14 lunches and 15 dinners
– International flights and taxes
– Domestic transportation
– All accommodation
– Touring with guides and entrance fees
– Visa fees for UK & EU passport holders

– Based on London Heathrow departures
– Flight upgrades available on request

Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don’t include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.

Classic

These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites and magnificent treasures of Japan on an excellent value group tour whilst travelling with like-minded people. The tours are on a fully-inclusive basis so you’ll travel with the assurance that all your arrangements are taken care of. You will be accompanied by our dedicated  and  professional  National  Escorts  and  local  guides,  whose  unparalleled  knowledge  will  turn  your holiday into an unforgettable experience.

The maximum number of people per group for this tour is 18.

This tour has a Level 1 fitness rating. This means that a reasonable level of fitness is required but it’s more about spending time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You’ll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps.