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7 nights Escorted Tour

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Stunning Jordan -Day 1- Saturday (Fly Driect to Amman)

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On arrival at Amman Airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Marriott Amman hotel for overnight stay.


Stunning Jordan - Day 2 - Sunday - Jerash

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After breakfast, you will travel to Jaresh known as Pompeii of the East, for a two hour tour of this fascinating Roman City.  You will then travel back to Amman for a panoramic tour of Amman City.  Dinner will be served in a traditional restaurant offering typical Jordanian food. Overnight at Marriott Amman hotel.


Stunning Jordan - Day 3 - Monday - Bethany, Madaba, Mt. Nebo

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After breakfast, check-out of the hotel, travel to Bethany, the Baptismal site (approximately 45 minute drive).  A short drive will take you to Madaba to view the oldest known map of the Holy Land located in the Church of St. George.  Then drvie to Biblical site of Mount Nebo from where Moses first viewed the Holy Land and where he is allegedly buried.  After lunch in a local restaurant, start your journey to the lowest point on earth - the Dead Sea.  You will have time to relax at the 5* Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, enjoy the sunset then dinner and overnight.


Stunning Jordan - Day 4 - Tuesday (Dead Sea)

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After breakfast, have a well deserved day of leisure at the Dead Sea, why not try some of the local spa treatments. Dinner and overnight at the Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa.


Stunning Jordan - Day 5 - Wednesday - Kerak, Petra

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After breakfast, drive to the imposing 12th Century crusader fortress of Kerak, strategically dominating the surrounding valleys and built to protect approach to Jerusalem from the East.  After lunch in a local restaurant, drive to the Petra Marriott Hotel for dinner and overnight. 


Stunning Jordan - Day 6 - Thursday - Petra by day and by candlelight at night

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After breakfast, you will start a magnificent day tour of Petra, the city that was carved  into the rose-red Sharah Mountains by the Natabeans and lost to civiliastion until rediscovered by the Swiss Burckhardt.  Walk through the siq a narrow and winding fissure between the cliffs, to reach the Treasury, the Theatre, the Courts and the Qasr Bint Pharaoun.  You will be able to admire more of Petra's wonders while having a lunch. You can also take an optional horse ride at the beginning or at the end of your tour.  Dinner and overnignt at the Petra Marriott. In the evening return to Petra for an unforgettable experience, Petra by candlelitght.


Stunning Jordan - Day 7 - Friday (Petra full day)

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After breakfast, visit "Little Petra", hidden away, 15 km from Petra. Comparatively few people find their way to there and you will be able to see ancient Nabatean cisterns and irrigation systems. After lunch you will be driven to Wadi Rum, made famous by Lawrence of Arabia, for a 4X4 sunset jeep tour. In the evening, you will be treated to a special Bedouin tent, deep in the Wadi Rum desert. return to Petra for your last night at Petra Marriott.

 
 


Stunning Jordan - Day 8 - Saturday (Departure day)

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After breakfast, you will be transferred to Amman Airport for your flight back to London Hethrow.


Hotels Featured

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We are pleased to have 5* Marriott hotels throughout this programme, providing the first class hotels and service that you would expect. Each hotel has its own character and charm and reflects the area that it is located in.  Below, you will find a brief summary of each hotel.


Marriott Amman, Amman

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Located in the beautiful Shmeisani area, the Amman Marriott hotel offers comfort and conveniece to leisure travellers, close to all the tourist attractions.

All rooms have air-conditioning, bathroom, hairdryer and mini-bar and television.  A choice of a la carte dining (payable locally), indoor & outdoor swimming pools, Oasis Health Club and Gym.


Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Dead Sea

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Set in luxurious surroundings with majestic views and sunsets.  Most rooms offer a view of the Dead Sea and have air-conditioning, bathroom, hairdryer and mini-bar.  Achoice of a la carte dining (payable locally), beach and pool bar, 3 swimming pools with 4 whirlpools, and a host of invigorating treatments using the natural elements of the Dead Sea (pay locally).


Petra Marriott, Petra

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Ideally located for Petra, all rooms have air-conditioning, bathroom, hair dryer.  The hotel offers Italian a la carte dining (pay locally), outdoor pool, Turkish Bath and sauna (payable locally)


Holiday Price Includes

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  • Return scheduled flights London Heathrow/Amman
  • All transfers
  • English speaking guide throughout the tour
  • Entrance Fees to Sites
  • Horse ride in Petra
  • Portage in airport and hotels
  • New air conditioned transport throughout your tour
  • Welcome drink at hotel


Price Excludes

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  • Jordanian visas payable locally, cost approxiamtely US$10
  • Departure tax payable locally US$8-10
  • Extra meals or beverages
  • Tipping or gratuities


Prices

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GROUP DEPARTURES ON:
 
21/02/09 AND 21/03/09  
DOUBLE:£1619      SINGLE:£2089
 
18/04/09                     
DOUBLE:£1659      SINGLE:£2129
 
23/05/09                     
DOUBLE:£1589      SINGLE:£2059
 
20/06/09                      
DOUBLE:£1469      SINGLE:£1839
 
25/07/09 AND 22/08/09   
DOUBLE:£1539      SINGLE:£1899
 
19/09/09                      
DOUBLE:£1619      SINGLE:£2089
 
24/10/09                      
DOUBLE:£1719      SINGLE:£2189
 

NOTE: This program operates subject to minimum number of participants. if these numbers are not achieved, we reserve the right to cancel your holiday 8 weeks prior to departure and refund your monies.


Please Note:

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  • There is a lot of sightseeing and walking on this fabulous trip
  • Max 2 adults sharing a room
  • Rooms NOT suitable for 3 adults
  • Children prices on request
  • This trip is not suitable for infants
  • Check with your GP for any recommended inoculations prior to booking.
  • You must have comprehensive travel insurance when travelling abroad.  Peltours may decline your booking if you do not have or do not intend to have travel insurance

  • Passport & Visa Requirements

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    • All visitors to Jordan must have at least six months validity on their passports from the date of arrival.
    • British and other EU passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at the airport in Jordan, nationals of other countries are advised to contact the Jordanian embassy to check visa requirements.






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