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The welcoming Kingdom of Jordan is perhaps best defined by what its historical inhabitants have left behind; Roman ruins, Crusader castles and most notably, the ancient Nabataean city of Petra. Factor in the desert landscape of Wadi Rum and the unique curiosity of the Dead Sea, and Jordan has appeal to spare. JORDAN Be there

Wadi Rum Desert

At a glance Emirates gateway:

Amman Queen Alia International Airport Distance from airport to city centre: 39 kilometres Time zone:

Summer: GMT +3 hours Winter: GMT +2 hours

Historical Jordan 4 days/3 nights – Chauffeur-driven private car tour Discover the beauty of Jordan on this tour that highlights the country’s must- see attractions. Day 1: Amman – Petra (380 kilometres) Arrive in Amman in the morning and drive to Petra along the 5,000-year-old King’s Highway, which passes through a string of ancient sites. On the way make a stop at Madaba, renowned for its Byzantine-era mosaics, Shobak Castle, the revered holy site of Mount Nebo and finally, Kerak City to see another astounding Crusader castle. Day 2: Petra Petra is often referred to as the eighth Wonder of the Ancient World and is Jordan’s premier attraction. Walk through the Siq, the long, narrow canyon that leads to the iconic first monument, the Treasury or Al Khazneh. Continue into the Petra valley and discover the tombs and monuments in this majestic city. One of the highlights of the visit is the hike up to El Deir, the Monastery, from where you have a fabulous view over the surrounding area. Day 3: Petra – Dead Sea (200 kilometres) Drive to the remarkable scenery of the Dead Sea, which at 410 metres below sea level is the lowest point on Earth. Here, the water’s salt content is 31.5%, making it so dense that it is impossible to

Experiences Amman half-day tour: Visit the main attractions of Jordan’s capital, including the Royal Society for Conservation of Nature, the Gold Market, Hussaini Mosque, the Nymphaeum, the Roman Theatre, the Folklore Museum and the Citadel. Jerash half-day tour: Known for its spectacular Roman ruins, Jerash lies on a plain surrounded by hills and fertile basins. Conquered by General Pompey in 63 BC, it came under Roman rule and was one of the ten great Roman cities of the Decapolis League. Petra full-day tour: One of the world’s must-see places, Petra is a vast, unique city, carved into the sheer sandstone rock face by the Nabataeans, over 2,000 years ago. Madaba half-day tour: Explore the ‘City of Mosaics’ on a half-day walking tour. Visit the Madaba Institute for Mosaic Art and Restoration, stop at Ma’in Qastal and Mount Nebo. See the original map of the region, dating back to AD 560, at St. George’s Church. sink. It also contains 21 minerals, some of which are found in no other body of water anywhere else in the world. Day 4: Dead Sea – Amman (69 kilometres) Transfer to Amman for your onward flight.

When to visit Spring months from March to May bring the best all-round weather, with warm clear days and cool nights. The summer months from June to August are hot and dry, before warm and pleasant temperatures return from September to November. Desert winds can bring cooler changes, occasional rain and even snowfall during the winter months. Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Credit cards are widely accepted in hotels and restaurants. ATMs can be found in most towns and cities. Smaller shops and markets will only accept cash. Languages: Arabic is the official language, but English is usually spoken in resorts and tourist sites.

Syria

JORDAN RIVER

Jerash

Mount Nebo Madaba

Amman

DEAD SEA

Wadi Mujib

Saudi Arabia

Kerak

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Petra

Wadi Rum

Aqaba

GULF OF AQABA

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