3-Day Private Tour in Jordan: Petra|Wadi Rum|Dead Sea|Amman|Jerash|Ajlun Castle

Day 1 Amman - Ajlun Castle - Jerash - Amman

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   Amman

   3 hours

   You will start your day to the rich terrain of Jordan, It is a full day tour so be sure to have your walking shoes and camera ready.
   Tour begins when driver picks you up from hotel to head the Amman citadel –also known as Jebel AlQalaea- the most famous and well know spot of city, Citadel is one of seven mounts occupy the capital city of Amman which has many parts dated back to the B.C periods, besides temple of great Hercules, Ayyubaid watching tower, and the great hand statue. Next, you will visit the circle-half shaped roman theatre which dated back to ancient Roman times and was used to be used for concerts and musical shows. Theatre is up to 6000 persons and is still used until today for the same purpose.

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   Ajloun Castle

   1 hour Admission ticket not included

   Then stop at Ajlun Castle which was built in 1184AD by one of Saladin’s generals. The castle became important in the defense against the Crusaders. The castle is one of the best preserved examples of Medieval Arab-Islamic military architecture.

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   Jerash

   3 hours

   Jerash, located about 45 minutes south from the the castle, considered one of the largest and most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the world outside of Italy. Jerash conquered by General Pompey in 63 BC, became under Roman rule and was one of the 10 greatest Roman cities, The Decapolis League.

Day 2 Amman - Petra - Wadi Rum

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   Petra - Wadi Musa

   10 hours

   Depart to the south toward the Nabatean Red Rose City of Petra that is considered one of the wonders of the world.
   A city 139 miles (225 kilometers) from Amman that was carved in stone more than 2000 years ago in order to dominate the trade routes of ancient Arabia. Visit its towns, damns, and water channels and enjoy a walk along the narrow siq, a path which is the main entrance to the city. The first thing you will see is the Khazneh, which was believed to be a tomp for one of the Nabatean Kings. You will also see other monuments such as The Monastery and the Altar of Sacrifice.

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   Wadi Rum Village

   14 hours

   In the afternoon you will move towards Wadi Rum, called the valley of moon, where the movie Lawrence of Arabia was filmed and lately The Martian. You will spend the night in a Bedouin camp inside Rum reserve, in a very unique calm and quiet spot whilst having dinner cooked according to Bedouin style and evening activities

Day 3 Wadi Rum - Dead Sea - Amman

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   Dead Sea Region

   10 hours

   After breakfast you will have a short visit of Wadi Rum in a 4x4 Jeep (Local Bedoiune cars). Wadi Rum is a uniquely-shaped massive mountain that rose among the rosy red sand of the desert with towering cliffs of various brownish, reddish and golden colors. Then, you will move to the Dead Sea which sits over 1300 feet (432 m) below sea level. The Dead Sea is one of the most incredible places in the world. It is known for the Biblical story of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, which were destroyed by fire and brimstone. The Dead Sea speaks for itself: there are no living fish. It is by far one of Jordan's most impressive and spectacular places to visit. Its calm, shining water glowing from the scorching sun above, is known for the concentration of salt and minerals which makes it a therapeutic as well as a unique swimming experience not to be missed. Enjoy some free time to swim before returning to your hotel in Amman.