Travel Dates: 21 to 27 April 2023
Visa: E-Visa Using Saudi Iqama (applied by tour provider)

Arrival

• 21st April 2023
  • Flight: RJ731 (from Riyadh)
  • ETD: 21:45 (9:45pm)

Departure

• 27th April 2023
  • Flight: RJ734 (to Riyadh)
  • ETA: 00:55 (12:55am)

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Amman

• Arrive in Amman and transfer to the hotel for a restful night.

Day 2: Amman – Explore Petra (Overnight Petra)

• Travel to Petra and explore the ancient city, including the iconic Treasury.
• Overnight stay in Petra.

Day 3: Petra – Madaba – Mt. Nebo – Baptismal Site – Dead Sea – Amman (Overnight Amman)

• Visit Madaba and see the famous mosaic map.
• Explore Mt. Nebo and the Baptismal Site.
• Enjoy a swim and lunch at the Dead Sea.
• Return to Amman for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Amman – Mt. of Olives – Mt. Zion – Bethlehem – Jerusalem (Overnight Jerusalem)

• Travel to Jerusalem and visit the Mt. of Olives and Mt. Zion.
• Explore Bethlehem.
• Overnight stay in Jerusalem.

Day 5: Jerusalem – Jericho – Mt. of Temptation – Amman

• Visit Jericho and the Mt. of Temptation.
• Return to Amman for the final night.

Day 6: Departure from Amman

• Transfer to the airport for departure.

Expenses

• Tour, Airport Transfers, and Hotel: 785 USD per person (sharing a twin room)

Included

• Modern vehicle for the itinerary.
• Visa free of charge.
• Pick-up and drop-off at arrival and departure points.
• 3-star hotel accommodation for 5 nights.
• 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
• Swimming fees and lunch at the Dead Sea.
• English-speaking driver (for groups of less than 5 persons).
• All transportation in destination locations.
• Tour guide in Jordan (for groups of more than 5 persons).
• Driver accommodation and expenses (fuel, parking fees, cleaning fees, etc.).

Excluded

• International flights and airline tickets.
• Entrance fees (around 100 USD).
• Departure tax on the bridge (50 USD).
• Personal travel insurance and expenses (optional).
• Border tax exiting Jordan (14 USD).
• Tour guide in Jerusalem.
• All kinds of tips.
• Any items not mentioned under included.

My Jerusalem Experience

My trip to Jerusalem was incredibly emotional. Walking through the streets and visiting historical sites felt like living the Bible. I was often teary-eyed, overwhelmed by the significance of the places I was seeing.

Unfortunately, I did have a negative experience when someone spat at us. I chose not to react, as I was new to the place and didn’t want to escalate the situation. This incident, while unpleasant, does not reflect the behavior of all people in Jerusalem.

Jordan Highlights

A must-see in Jordan is Petra. We visited a spot with a fantastic view of The Treasury, guided by a local who charged us 5 USD. The souvenir shops in Petra can be quite aggressive, so if you’re not interested in buying anything, it’s best not to linger too long.

I was also amazed by the Dead Sea. Floating while reading a magazine was a unique experience, and applying the salt was quite refreshing. Just be careful not to get it in your eyes!

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This trip was a blend of awe-inspiring sights and emotional experiences. Despite a few challenges, it was a journey I’ll never forget. If you’re planning a visit, embrace the adventure and make the most of every moment.

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