Jordan & Israel Discovery

Tour Highlights

Petra at night

Wadi Rum

Mount Beatitudes

Masada Fortress

Petra at night

Experience this phenomenon at night, lit with over 1500 candles to enhance the grandeur of this lost city.

Wadi Rum

One of the most beautiful deserts where you will experience a night under the stars, in a bedouin camp.

Mount Beatitudes

The hill where it is believed Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Enjoy the tranquil garden that offers a view of the Sea of Galilee and Capernaum.

Masada Fortress

Situated on top of an isolated rock, this UNESCO World Heritage site has well preserved ruins telling the story of its history.

Authentic Experiences

Our Jordan & Israel Discovery Tour has been thoughtfully designed and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.

• Explore Masada Fortress

  Explore one of Israel's most famous tourist attractions, Masada Fortress. Located atop a rock cliff, the ancient buildings and palaces and have been restored and offer fantastic views.

• Experience Wadi Rum

  Also known as Valley of the Moon, experience Wadi Rum just like the Bedouins did. Enjoy a jeep tour of the surrounding dunes and rock formations and spend a night in a traditional camp eating local cuisine under the stars.

Tour Dates & Prices

All of our tour departures include international flights and taxes in the price. If the dates we have available for this tour don't suit your needs, or you are not sure travelling as part of a group is for you, maybe a Private Tour would be more ideal. If your tour departs in less than 30 days, please call our travel experts to book.

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Additional Price Information

Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 12 August 2020, subject to change.

Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.

Customary tipping amount approximately US$160pp (AU$230pp) is paid locally in Jordan.

Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth

Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request

Land only (Amman - Tel Aviv) 15 days from $9,240 per person, twin share

Single Supplement from $2,300

Price listed is based on new bookings only

Jordan & Israel Discovery - Tour Itinerary

DAYS 1-2: FLY TO AMMAN

Fly overnight via Dubai to Amman. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 3: JORDAN VALLEY

Al Salt, a hillside town known for its Ottoman architecture, is the first visit of the day. You will continue onto Jerash, also referred to as the Pompeii of the East, to experience a favoured Roman pastime, a gladiator show and chariot race. The last stop today will be Ajloun, where you visit the fortress of Qal'at ar-Rabad that overlooks the Jordan Valley.

DAY 4: AMMAN CITY TOUR

Enjoy a city tour of Amman, taking in the Citadel and Roman Amphitheatre, before visiting the Desert Castles, each a beautiful example of early Islamic art and architecture. On return to Amman, participate in a Nai workshop making the traditional flute used in Middle Eastern music.

DAY 5: MOUNT NEBO

Travel to the site of Moses' Tomb, Mount Nebo, where local church floors are still covered with marvellous and intricate mosaics. Continue 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 6: EXPLORE PETRA

Today, you will 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. Petra is unique, unforgettable and an overwhelming experience, and you have the afternoon at leisure before returning this evening to see it under candlelight.

DAY 7: OVERNIGHT IN WADI RUM

En route to Wadi Rum you will stop at Little Petra, a smaller version of Petra. Then, travel to Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, which is inhabited by Bedouin nomads. The area offers unspoilt desert landscapes with a mass of soaring cliffs and granite mountains. A drive over the sand dunes will allow for further exploration later today. Stay overnight in a desert camp, dining under the stars just as the Bedouin nomads do.

DAY 8: FLOAT IN THE DEAD SEA

Depart the desert camp and journey to the Dead Sea, an inland saltwater lake between Jordan and Israel. As the lowest body of water on Earth, the high level of salinity allows one to float while the minerals are beneficial to your skin. You will have the afternoon to explore the surrounding area.

DAY 9: 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 10: TRAVEL TO GALILEE

The day begin's with exploring Jaffa, the world's oldest active harbour. Continue to Caesarea to view the fascinating Roman ruins. Visit the Druze Villages on the slopes of Mount Carmel before a stop at the street bazaars to interact with the local community, then drive to Mukhraga for a view of the Holy Land. Finish the day in Tiberias, on the shores of the famous Sea of Galilee.

DAY 11: TIBERIAS

Visit Kibbutz Degania B to learn about its development before continuing to Tabgha, the site of the miracle of the Loaves and Fishes. Head to Capernaum to visit the Ancient Synagogue and House of St. Peter Mount of Beatitudes is where the Sermon on the Mount took place and you will visit a hilltop town rich in Jewish mysticism before returning to Tiberias.

DAY 12: THE DEAD SEA

Drive through the scenic Jordan Valley, into Palestinian Territory, to Qasr El Yahud the original site of Jesus' baptism. Continue to Jericho where you will visit Quarental monastery. After lunch drive to the Dead Sea, where floating in the mineral-rich waters is the perfect end to this day.

DAY 13: BETHLEHEM

Drive to Masada this morning where you will take a cable car to the top of Masada Fortress, where as well as the wonderful view, you will learn of the last stand by Jewish rebels against the Romans. Continue to Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered and enjoy lunch. You will continue your journey to Bethlehem, in Palestinian Territory, for a one night stay. Enjoy a Palestinian dancing show during dinner this evening.

DAY 14: GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE

Visit the Church of Nativity before driving to Mount Zion where you will visit the Cenacle, King David's Tomb and Dormition Abbey. After lunch continue to Mount of Olives to visit Pater Noster Church and the Church of Ascension. Visit the garden of Gethsemane before venturing into Western Jerusalem to see the Hebrew University, Parliament House and the Supreme Court.

DAY 15: JERUSALEM

Explore Jerusalem today by driving to Dung Gate to visit Temple Mount, the famous building of the Dome of the Rock and the Al Aksa Mosque. Continue to the Western Wall, the holiest place of Judaism, and Tunnel, taking a journey back in time walking the Stations of the Cross to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. End the day with a Shabbat dinner prepared by a local Rabbi.

DAYS 16 -17: FLY TO AUSTRALIA

This morning travel overland from Tel Aviv to Amman, Jordan in time to connect with overnight flights to Australia.

Useful Information

Visas

Most nationalities require a visa when travelling to this destination. Travellers should arrange visas well in advance of departure. Unlike many other tour operators, we include your visa in the price of your tour. We handle the entire application process – all you need to do is complete the paperwork and send your passport to us eight weeks prior to departure. We are always on hand to help you with any queries you may have while completing the application form.

Communication

While travelling overseas, the Wendy Wu Tours contact number during business hours is +61 2 9224 8888. Emergency Assistance (24-hours) is 0044 1888 288 288. You will find mobile phone coverage to be quite high throughout South & Central America. We recommend contacting your mobile carrier if you intend to use international roaming during your holiday and ensure you investigate all associated call and data costs before you leave Australia. Some hotels may have Wi-Fi, which usually comes at a cost.

Tipping

Tipping is not commonplace in Australia. In this destination however, it is anticipated that a tip be given to reward good service. With that in mind, we have a tipping system for our group tours. Each passenger ‘tips’ a set amount to the National Escort at the start of the tour or on arrival in each country. They then distribute this as appropriate. Tipping is appreciated for Private and Tailor-Made travel. In your final documents, we include guidelines for tipping when travelling independently.

Food

We aim to cater to the tastes of the majority of people and so the food is not too spicy or too unusual. Breakfast at your hotel includes local and western dishes. In remote areas, we suggest embracing local specialities. Drinks such as beer, soft drinks or bottled water are at your own expense locally.

Shopping

Shopping is a fun and entertaining component to any travel adventure. In keeping with most people’s interests while on holiday, your tour includes a reasonable number of opportunities to shop for local goods and souvenirs. Included are visits to establishments that provide locally produced goods, unique to your destination. Witness the creation of these products, and see first-hand how their production supports the local economy. As most travellers like to take home souvenirs, we ensure the shops you visit have a reputation for quality, honesty, and authenticity.

Accommodation

Wendy Wu Tours inspects all hotels to ensure they meet the high levels of service, which we require for our guests. We pick the right hotel for the specific destination, meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family-run guesthouse in a smaller town. Chosen hotels are also chosen for ease of navigation around tourist sights.