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• THE PRICE INCLUDES
• Europamundo General Services: Travel by
bus with English speaking guide, basic travel
insurance and breakfast buffet.
• Includes arrival transfer.
• Excursion: Magdala, Mount Beatitudes,
Tabgha and Capernaum in Nazareth,
Bethlehem in Jerusalem.
• Boat: Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee.
• City tour in : Nazareth, Jerusalem.
• Ticket admission: Church of Saint Peter
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01 SAT. Amman.- Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with its old
DEPARTURE DATES Arrival at Amman airport. Welcome to Jordan! Border pro- Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we ascend into
cedures and transfer to the hotel. Free time. the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque town of stone
Every Saturday 02 SUN. Amman- Ajlun- Jerash- Amman.-
houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included. We continue along
the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where we take photographs
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Ajlun Fortress, Church of Saint (outside only) of the great Crusader Castle. We continue to
Sergius, Jerash. WADI MUSA (the site around Petra). We will explore the
After breakfast, we travel to the north of Jordan. In the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is said to have tapped the
EXPECTED HOTELS mountains, we discover the AJLUN FORTRESS, a mighty cas- rock with his rod and the water gushed out, and the Petra
tle from the 12th Century. Muslims and Orthodox Christians Museum, an excellent exhibition that enables us to learn
See the hotels provided for this trip in the have always lived in this area. We will visit the old CHURCH about the history of the Nabateans and to see magnificent
final part of the brochure and on the web- OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for peace? Lunch is pieces found in the area. Dinner and accommodation. Any
site’s’s “My Trip” page. included. We continue to JERASH and visit its impressive travelers who wish can go to an old Turkish bath or see a
Roman archaeological site. Return to AMMAN. Arrival and light and sound show in Petra.
THE PRICE INCLUDES accommodation.
06 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.-
• Europamundo General Services:Trav- 03 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba-
el by bus with English speaking guide, TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Petra archeological site. Wadi Rum
Mount Nebo- Amman.-
basic travel insurance and breakfast dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple ruins. Camel
buffet. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Castles of the Desert, Madaba ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch and dinner
• Includes arrival transfer Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo. included, accommodation in a camp in the desert.
• Excursion: 4x4 vehicles, camel rides in We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT, Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we
Wadi Rum. built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit QASR visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which is
• Ticket admission: Fortress and Church KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick walls and the accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the tem-
of Saint Sergius in Ajlun, Archaeological QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, notable for its remark-
site in Jerash; Castle of Qasr Kharana ples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city that was
able frescoes. Then, we travel to MADABA, lunch is includ-
and Castle of Qusayr Amra in Castles ed. We will visit the Madaba Archaeological Park, which founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch (included) we
of the Dessert; Church of St. George, we cross via an ancient Roman road, and the Church of St. leave for the impressive desert of WADI RUM. At the Visi-
Madaba Archaeological Park in Madaba, George, with its fantastic 6th Century mosaic represent- tor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to visit some of the most
Archaeological Site in Bethany, Dead Sea ing the oldest known map of the Holy Land. We continue to impressive landscapes. We stop in the town of RUM to visit
Museum and Panorama Complex in Dead MOUNT NEBO, where Moses stopped to look over the Prom- the ruins of the Nabatean temple. We include a 45-minute
Sea, Moses Springs and Petra Museum ised Land. Return to Amman. Arrival and free time. camel ride through the desert. We will also visit the Khazali
, Archaeological Site in Petra, Visitor Canyon. In this spectacular place, we will see the engravings
Centre, 4x4 vehicles and camel rides in 04 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex- Dead that reveal the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and
Wadi Rum. Sea.- accommodation included in a desert camp.
• 8 Lunch and Dinner Included in:Ajlun,
Madaba, Dead Sea, Dead Sea, Dana, Pe- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Bethany, Dead Sea Museum, Dead Sea.
07 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba.-
tra, Petra, Wadi Rum. We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the Baptist TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Visit Aqaba. Free time to relax in the
baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MUSEUM, which resort and enjoy the Red Sea.
an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is included. Arriv- After breakfast we will leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second
ing at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not forget to take a dip city. We will visit Jordan’s second city, a modern, commercial
in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude on earth. Dinner and port city. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel-resort and the
accommodation included. warm waters of the Red Sea!
05 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Petra.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine 08 SAT. Aqaba - Amman.-
Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), Mo- After breakfast we will depart via “the desert road” to the
ses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included. AMMAN. Arrival and end of our services. Check the time of
Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the Dead your flight in case you need an additional night.
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01 MON. Tel Aviv.- OF AJLUN, an imposing castle dating back to the 12th cen-
Arrival at the airport, assistance and transfer to the hotel. tury. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox Christians have
Accommodation. always lived together. We visit the historic CHURCH OF 1 DEAD SEA
NOTE: We advise taking an additional night before the begin- SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for peace? Lunch includ- JERUSALEM 3
ning of the tour to be able to go on an optional tour of Masada ed. We continue to JERASH to visit its impressive Roman
and the Dead Sea. archaeological site. We then travel to AMMAN. Arrival and
accommodation.
02 TUE. Tel Aviv - Caesarea - Haifa -Rosh Hanikra - NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special
Nazareth.- bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Yaffo,with the Church of Saint must be paid directly by the passengers themselves.
Peter. Visit of Caesarea Maritima. Haifa. Mount Carmel. FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passengers
Arrival in Nazareth. Dinner included. must pay directly at their destination. For guidance purposes, Petra 1
Breakfast. Departure from the city of Tel Aviv bordering these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices subject to
the Mediterranean Sea until reaching Yaffo, old port of Is- change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure Fee to Jordan);
Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border visa). 1 Wadi Rum
rael, today an artist’s quarter. Visit of the Church of Saint AQABA 1
Peter. Continue along the coast to CAESAREA Maritima,
ancient Roman capital, where we will visit its Theater, the 08 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba-
Fortress’ Wall of the Crusaders and the Roman Aqueduct. Mount Nebo- Amman.- ABI
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and the port. Continue to Rosh Hanikra to see the border We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT,
with Lebanon and descend to the grottoes. Arrival in NAZA- built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit QASR
RETH. Dinner included. Accommodation. KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick walls and
the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, notable for its re-
03 WED. Nazareth - Magdala - Mount Beatitudes - markable frescoes. Then, we travel to MADABA, lunch is DEPARTURE DATES
Tabgha - Capernaum - Nazareth.- included. We will visit the Madaba Archaeological Park,
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee.
which we cross via an ancient Roman road, and the Church
of St. George, with its fantastic 6th Century mosaic repre-
Every Monday
Magdala. Mount of the Beatitudes. Tabgha. Capernaum. senting the oldest known map of the Holy Land. We continue
Dinner included. to MOUNT NEBO, where Moses stopped to look over the
Breakfast. We will begin the day with a boat trip on the Sea Promised Land. Return to Amman. Arrival and free time.
of Galilee. We will continue to visit MAGDALA, where we will EXPECTED HOTELS
see remains of the town and its Synagogue, and we will visit 09 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex- Dead
the modern Church. Later, we will visit the MOUNT OF THE Sea.-
BEATITUDES, where ¨The Sermon on the Mount¨ took place. See the hotels provided for this trip in the fi-
Arrival at TABGHA, place of the multiplication of the loaves TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Bethany, Dead Sea Museum, Dead Sea.
nal part of the brochure and on the website’s
and fishes. Visit of CAPERNAUM where the House of Saint We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan,
Peter and the ruins of the old Synagogue are located. Return a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the Bap- “My Trip” page.
to Nazareth. Dinner included and accommodation. tist baptised Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MUSEUM,
NOTE: The boat trip on the Sea of Galilee may be the next day. which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is included.
Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not forget to take
04 THU. Nazareth – Mount of the Precipice – Canaan a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude on earth. Dinner THE PRICE INCLUDES
of Galilee – Jordan River – Jerusalem.- and accommodation included.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit to Nazareth, including the • Europamundo General Services: Travel by
Church of the Annunciation, Saint Joseph´s Carpentry 10 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe- bus with English speaking guide, basic travel
Workshop and the Fountain of the Virgin Mary. Mount of tra.- insurance and breakfast buffet.
the Precipice. Canaan of Galilee. Dinner included. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine • Includes arrival transfer
Breakfast. In the morning visit of the city of Nazareth Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), Mo- • Excursion: Magdala, Mount Beatitudes,
we will visit the Church of the Annunciation, the Carpentry ses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included. Tabgha and Capernaum in Nazareth, Bethle-
of Saint Joseph, and the Fountain of the Virgin. Continua- Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the Dead hem in Jerusalem, 4x4 vehicles, camel rides
tion to the MOUNT OF THE PRECIPICE, from where we can Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with its old in Wadi Rum.
admire a beautiful panoramic view of Nazareth and its sur-
roundings. We will continue the day with the visit of CANA
Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we ascend • Boat: Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee.
into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque town of • City tour in : Nazareth, Jerusalem.
OF GALILEE, where the first Miracle of Jesus took place. In stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included. We con-
the afternoon departure to Jerusalem through the Jordan • Ticket admission: Church of Saint Peter
River Valley, bordering the oasis of Jericho, where we will tinue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where we take in Tel Aviv, Archaeological Site in Caesarea,
enjoy a panoramic view of the Mount of Temptation and the photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader Castle. We
continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Petra). We will Cave Rosh Hanikra, Archaeological site of
Dead Sea. Ascent through the Judean desert and entrance Magdala, Mount of Beatitudes, Church of
to Jerusalem, a messenger city of peace, cradle of the three explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is said to have
great Cosmopolitan religions. Accommodation. tapped the rock with his rod and the water gushed out, and Tabgha, House of Saint Peter and ruins of
the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibition that enables us the ancient synagogue in Capernaum, Church
05 FRI. Jerusalem-Bethlehem- Jerusalem.- to learn about the history of the Nabateans and to see mag- of the Annunciation, Saint Joseph´s Carpentry
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS: City tour of Jerusalem. Museum nificent pieces found in the area. Dinner and accommoda- Workshop and the Fountain of the Virgin in
of Israel. Ein Karen. Shrine of Saint John the Baptist. Holo- tion. Any travelers who wish can go to an old Turkish bath Nazareth, Precipice Mount, Church of Cana
caust Museum and Memorial. Bethlehem. or see a light and sound show in Petra. of Galilee, River Jordan valley, Book in the
Breakfast. Excursion to visit the New City of Jerusalem, Museum of Israel, Holocaust Museum and
seeing the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel, 11 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.- Memorial, Church of the Nativity, in Bethle-
where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed, and the model TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Petra archeological site. Wadi Rum
that represents the city of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus. hem, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Tomb of
We will go through the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple ruins. Camel King David, Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper),
then going toward Ein Karen, a picturesque neighborhood ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch and dinner Abbey of the Dormition, Fortress and Church
on the outskirts of the city to visit the Shrine of Saint John included, accommodation in a camp in the desert.
of Saint Sergius in Ajlun, Archaeological site
the Baptist. We will also see Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we in Jerash; Castle of Qasr Kharana and Cas-
Museum and Memorial. In the afternoon, we will travel to visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which is
BETHLEHEM, located behind the wall built in recent years tle of Qusayr Amra in Castles of the Dessert;
to separate the two communities. We will take a Palestinian accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the tem- Church of St. George, Madaba Archaeologi-
guide to visit the Church of the Nativity, the Grotto of the ples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city that was
founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch (included) we cal Park in Madaba, Archaeological Site in
Manger and the Shepherds’ Field. Return to Jerusalem and Bethany, Dead Sea Museum and Panorama
accommodation. leave for the impressive desert of WADI RUM. At the Visitor
Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to visit some of the most Complex in Dead Sea, Moses Springs and
06 SAT. Jerusalem.- impressive landscapes. We stop in the town of RUM to visit Petra Museum , Archaeological Site in Petra,
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Visit to old city of Jerusalem, the ruins of the Nabatean temple. We include a 45-min- Visitor Centre, 4x4 vehicles and camel rides
Mount of Olives, Wailing Wall, Church of Holy Sepulcher, ute camel ride through the desert. We will also visit the in Wadi Rum.
Tomb of King David, Cenacle and Abbey of the Dormition. Khazali Canyon. In this spectacular place, we will see the • Funicular: Cave Rosh Hanikra in Rosh Han-
We include a visit to the old city of Jerusalem. Excursion engravings that reveal the origins of the Arabic language. ikra.
by Mount Scopus toward the Mount of Olives. There is an Dinner and accommodation included in a desert camp. • 10 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Nazareth,
extraordinary view of the walled Holy City from the top. We Nazareth, Ajlun, Madaba, Dead Sea, Dead
then continue to Gethsemane, the Basilica of the Agony. 12 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba.-
Departure toward the Old City. Visit to the Western Wall Sea, Dana, Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum.
(Wailing Wall). We will continue along the Via Dolorosa TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit Aqaba. Free time to relax in
to arrive at Calvary, the place where Christ was crucified, the resort and enjoy the Red Sea.
and to see the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. We then go After breakfast we will leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second
onward to Mount Zion to visit the Tomb of King David, the city. We will visit Jordan’s second city, a modern, commercial
Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper) and the Abbey of the port city. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel-resort and the
Dormition. Accommodation in Jerusalem. warm waters of the Red Sea!
07 SUN. Jerusalem- Sheik Hussein Bridge- Ajlun-
Jerash- Amman.- 13 SAT. Aqaba - Amman.-
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS: Travel to Jordan. Fortress of Ajlun. After breakfast we will depart via “the desert road” to the
Church of Saint Sergius. Jerash. Lunch included. AMMAN. Arrival and end of our services. Check the time of
Breakfast. Early departure to border of Israel and Jordan. your flight in case you need an additional night.
Arrival at Sheik Hussein Bridge to complete border and visa Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the trip from Aqa- 21
procedures. Welcome to Jordan! We explore the FORTRESS ba to Amman may be made by regular VIP coach.
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(OPT. 1) ISRAEL, JORDAN AND CAIRO ger city of peace, cradle of the three great Cosmopolitan
See the hotels provided for this trip in the 01 MON. Tel Aviv.- religions. Accommodation.
final part of the brochure and on the web- Arrival at the airport, assistance and transfer to the ho-
tel. Accommodation. 05 FRI. Jerusalem-Bethlehem- Jerusalem.-
site’s “My Trip” page. NOTE: We advise taking an additional night before the be- TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS:City tour of Jerusalem. Museum
ginning of the tour to be able to go on an optional tour of of Israel. Ein Karen. Shrine of Saint John the Baptist.
Massada and the Dead Sea. Holocaust Museum and Memorial. Bethlehem.
02 TUE. Tel Aviv - Caesarea - Haifa -Rosh Hanikra Breakfast. Excursion to visit the New City of Jerusalem,
- Nazareth.- seeing the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel,
where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed, and the model
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Yaffo, with the Church of Saint that represents the city of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus.
Peter. Visit of Caesarea Maritima. Haifa. Mount Carmel. We will go through the Hebrew University of Jerusalem,
Arrival in Nazareth. Dinner included. then going toward Ein Karen, a picturesque neighborhood
Breakfast. Departure from the city of Tel Aviv border- on the outskirts of the city to visit the Shrine of Saint
ing the Mediterranean Sea until reaching Yaffo, old port John the Baptist. We will also see Yad Vashem, the
of Israel, today an artist´s quarter. Visit of the Church Holocaust Museum and Memorial. In the afternoon, we
of Saint Peter. Continue along the coast to CAESAREA will travel to BETHLEHEM, located behind the wall built
Maritima, ancient Roman capital, where we will visit its in recent years to separate the two communities. We will
Theater, the Fortress’ Wall of the Crusaders and the Ro- take a Palestinian guide to visit the Church of the Nativ-
man Aqueduct. We will continue our journey to the city of ity, the Grotto of the Manger and the Shepherds’ Field.
HAIFA, we will go up Mount Carmel, where the Grotto Return to Jerusalem and accommodation.
of the Prophet Elijah is located and observe the Bahai
Temple and its Persian Gardens, and there we will have 06 SAT. Jerusalem.-
a panoramic view of the city and the port. Continue to TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Visit to old city of Jerusalem,
Rosh Hanikra to see the border with Lebanon and descend Mount of Olives, Wailing Wall, Church of Holy Sepulcher,
to the grottoes. Arrival in NAZARETH. Dinner included. Tomb of King David, Cenacle and Abbey of the Dormi-
Accommodation. tion.
03 WED. Nazareth - Magdala - Mount Beatitudes - We include a visit to the old city of Jerusalem. Excur-
Tabgha - Capernaum - Nazareth.- sion by Mount Scopus toward the Mount of Olives.
There is an extraordinary view of the walled Holy City
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee. from the top. We then continue to Gethsemane, the Ba-
Magdala. Mount of the Beatitudes. Tabgha. Capernaum. silica of the Agony. Departure toward the Old City. Visit
Dinner included. to the Western Wall (Wailing Wall). We will continue
Breakfast. We will begin the day with a boat trip on the along the Via Dolorosa to arrive at Calvary, the place
Sea of Galilee. We will continue to visit MAGDALA, where where Christ was crucified, and to see the Church of the
we will see remains of the town and its Synagogue, and Holy Sepulcher. We then go onward to Mount Zion to
we will visit the modern Church. Later, we will visit the visit the Tomb of King David, the Cenacle (Hall of the
MOUNT OF THE BEATITUDES, where ¨The Sermon on the Last Supper) and the Abbey of the Dormition. Accom-
Mount¨ took place. Arrival at TABGHA, place of the mul- modation in Jerusalem.
tiplication of the loaves and fishes. Visit of CAPERNAUM
where the House of Saint Peter and the ruins of the old 07 SUN. Jerusalem- Sheik Hussein Bridge- Ajlun-
Synagogue are located. Return to Nazareth. Dinner in- Jerash- Amman.-
cluded and accommodation. TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS:Travel to Jordan. Fortress of
NOTE: The boat trip on the Sea of Galilee may be the next Ajlun. Church of Saint Sergius. Jerash. Lunch included.
day.
Breakfast. Early departure to border of Israel and Jor-
04 THU. Nazareth – Mount of the Precipice – Ca- dan. Arrival at Sheik Hussein Bridge to complete border
naan of Galilee – Jordan River – Jerusalem.- and visa procedures. Welcome to Jordan! We explore the
FORTRESS OF AJLUN, an imposing castle dating back
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit to Nazareth, including the to the 12th century. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox
Church of the Annunciation, Saint Joseph´s Carpentry Christians have always lived together. We visit the his-
Workshop and the Fountain of the Virgin Mary. Mount of toric CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for
the Precipice. Canaan of Galilee. Dinner included. peace? Lunch included. We continue to JERASH to visit
Breakfast. In the morning visit of the city of Nazareth its impressive Roman archaeological site. We then travel
we will visit the Church of the Annunciation, the Carpen- to AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation.
try of Saint Joseph, and the Fountain of the Virgin. Con- NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special
tinuation to the MOUNT OF THE PRECIPICE, from where bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which
statue in karnak we can admire a beautiful panoramic view of Nazareth must be paid directly by the passengers themselves.
and its surroundings. We will continue the day with the FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passen-
luxor, egypt visit of CANA OF GALILEE, where the first Miracle of Je- gers must pay directly at their destination. For guidance
sus took place. In the afternoon departure to Jerusalem purposes, these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices
through the Jordan River Valley, bordering the oasis subject to change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure
of Jericho, where we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Fee to Jordan); Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border
Mount of Temptation and the Dead Sea. Ascent through visa).
the Judean desert and entrance to Jerusalem, a messen-
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08 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba- of Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos (tickets to go inside
Mount Nebo- Amman.- the pyramids are not included), and also the impressive
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Castles of the Desert, Madaba Sphinx, which is sculpted from rock. Visit to the Egyptian
Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo. Museum with its ancient art and where the treasure of
the Lost Tomb of Tutankhamen is kept. Lunch included.
We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT, Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. We will
built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit 1 luxor
QASR KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick take a walk through the Coptic neighborhood where we
visit the Hanging Church built above a Roman fortress. 1 esna
walls and the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, no-
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MADABA, lunch is included. We will visit the Madaba 15 MON. Cairo.-
Archaeological Park, which we cross via an ancient Ro- Transfers to the airport and the end of our services.
man road, and the Church of St. George, with its fan-
tastic 6th Century mosaic representing the oldest known (Opt. 2) Israel, Jordan and Egypt Nile Jewels
map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO, Days 1 - 14 as in Opt. 1 THE PRICE INCLUDES
where Moses stopped to look over the Promised Land. 15 MON. Cairo- Luxor.- • Europamundo General Services: Travel by
Return to Amman. Arrival and free time. bus with English speaking guide, basic travel
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to the airport, flight
09 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex- to Luxor. Transfer to the cruise. Temples of Luxor and insurance and breakfast buffet.
Dead Sea.- Karnak. Full board aboard. • Includes arrival transfer
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and flight included to • Includes departure transfer
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Bethany, Dead Sea Museum,
Dead Sea. LUXOR. Arrival and transfer to the cruise, boarding and • Excursion: Magdala, Mount Beatitudes,
accommodation. Full board on the cruise. Visit impres- Tabgha and Capernaum in Nazareth, Bethle-
We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan, hem in Jerusalem, 4x4 vehicles, camel rides
a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the sive set of temples of Luxor and Karnak. Accommodation
Baptist baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MU- on board. in Wadi Rum.
SEUM, which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is • Boat: Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee.
included. Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not 16 TUE. Luxor- Esna.- • City tour in: Nazareth, Jerusalem, Cairo.
forget to take a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of • Ticket admission: Church of Saint Peter
on earth. Dinner and accommodation included. the Kings. Colossae of Memnon. Temple of Queen Hat- in Tel Aviv, Archaeological Site in Caesarea,
sepsut. Temple of Medinet Habu. Cave Rosh Hanikra, Archaeological site of
10 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe- Magdala, Mount of Beatitudes, Church of
tra.- Today you will be able to admire the Necropolis of Tabgha, House of Saint Peter and ruins of
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine Thebes, visiting the famous VALLEY OF THE KINGS,
where are hidden the tombs of the main pharaohs. Com- the ancient synagogue in Capernaum, Church
Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), of the Annunciation, Saint Joseph´s Carpen-
Moses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included. posed of several rooms and corridors that lead to the
burial chambers, are among others, Ramses III, Seti I and try Workshop and the Fountain of the Virgin
Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the in Nazareth, Precipice Mount, Church of Cana
Dead Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with Amenhotep II. You will also visit the Colossae of Mem-
non, two impressive statues of Amenophis II, as well as of Galilee, River Jordan valley, Book in the
its old Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we
ascend into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque the Temple of Queen Hatsepsut (Deir el Bahari) and the Museum of Israel, Holocaust Museum and
town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included. Temple of Medinet Habu. During this day we can enjoy Memorial, Church of the Nativity, in Bethle-
We continue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where the beauty of the Nile riverbanks. You could do different hem, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Tomb of
we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader activities on the boat and at evening enjoy the music at King David, Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper),
Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Pe- the disco. Full board. Night on board, navigating to ESNA. Abbey of the Dormition, Fortress and Church
tra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is of Saint Sergius in Ajlun, Archaeological site
said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water 17 WED. Esna- Edfu- Kom Ombo- Aswan.- in Jerash; Castle of Qasr Kharana and Castle
gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibi- of Qusayr Amra in Castles of the Dessert;
tion that enables us to learn about the history of the Na- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Temple of Horus, Temple of
bateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area. Kom Ombo. Accommodation on the boat. Full board. Church of St. George, Madaba Archaeologi-
Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can Arrival to EDFU and visit the Temple of Horus (God rep- cal Park in Madaba, Arqueological Site in
go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show resented by a Falcon), which in the past was partially cov- Bethany, Dead Sea Museum and Panorama
in Petra. ered by lime during the periodic flooding of the river Nile. Complex in Dead Sea, Moses Springs and
The rescue and restoration work complete, we now have Petra Museum , Archaeological Site in Petra,
11 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.- one of the most beautiful temples of Ptolemaic times, in Visitor Centre, 4x4 vehicles and camel rides
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Petra archeological site. Wadi an exceptional state of preservation. Navigation to KOM in Wadi Rum, Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and
Rum dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple OMBO. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Sala-
ruins. Camel ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroesis, where we din and the Alabaster Mosque, the Hanging
and dinner included, accommodation in a camp in the find a Nilometer (former system for measuring the level Church Coptic neighborhood in Cairo.
desert. of the Nile River) and a mummified crocodile. During the • Funicular: Cave Rosh Hanikra in Rosh Han-
Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we evening you will be able to enjoy the Chilaba’s party, local ikra.
visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which typical outfit (on route you could economically acquire • Flights included: Amman - Cairo.
is accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the them at local markets). Full board. Accommodation on
temples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city • 11 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Nazareth,
board, navigating to ASWAN. Nazareth, Ajlun, Madaba, Dead Sea, Dead
that was founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch
(included) we leave for the impressive desert of WADI Sea, Dana, Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Cairo.
RUM. At the Visitor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to 18 THU. Aswan.-
visit some of the most impressive landscapes. We stop TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Aswan, Optional Abu Simbel (Additional services Opt. 2)
in the town of RUM to visit the ruins of the Nabatean tour, full board, night on the boat. • Includes departure transfer
temple. We include a 45-minute camel ride through • Excursion: Valley of the Kings, Colossi of
the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Canyon. In this
spectacular place, we will see the engravings that reveal Arrival to ASWAN. Possibility of getting the optional Memnon in Luxor, Sound and Light Show at
the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and accom- tour to Abu Simbel (visit NOT included in the itinerary), the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo.
modation included in a desert camp. located two hundred and eighty kilometers from Aswam, • Boat: Typical sailing boats felucca in Aswan.
visit the western desert and the temples carved on the • Ticket admission: Temples of Luxor and
12 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba.- cliff by Ramses II during the twelfth century BC, with 20 Karnak in Luxor, Necropolis of Thebas, Val-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit Aqaba. Free time to relax in meters high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and ley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, Temple
the resort and enjoy the Red Sea. the Temple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. of Queen Hatshepsut, Medinet Habu; in Lux-
Visit the Red Granite quarry where is the famous 41 or, Temple of Horus in Edfu, Temple of Kom
After breakfast we will leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second meters high Unfinished Obelisk. We will also visit the
city. We will visit Jordan’s second city, a modern, com- Ombo in Kom Ombo, Red Granite Quarry and
mercial port city. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel-resort Aswan Dam, one of the largest in the world, which cre- Unfinished Obelisk, Aswan Dam in Aswan.
and the warm waters of the Red Sea! ated Lake Nasser with a length of more than 500 km.
In the afternoon, a felucca cruise on the Nile, typical • Flights included: Cairo - Luxor, Aswan -
sailing boats in the area, heading to the island of Kitch- Cairo.
13 SAT. Aqaba- Amman - Cairo.- • 8 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Luxor, Lux-
ener where the Botanical Garden is located. Full board.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Desert road to Amman, transfer Accommodation on board. or, Luxor, Esna, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Aswan,
in Cairo. Aswan.
After breakfast we will depart via “the desert road” to the 19 FRI. Aswan- Cairo.-
AMMAN airport. Arrival. We will take a flight to Egypt
for a little over an hour. Arrival at CAIRO. Border proce- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Light and Sound Show at the
dures and transfer to the hotel. Free time. Giza´s Pyramids.
Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the trip from Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take the plane to
Aqaba to Amman airport may be made by regular VIP coach. Cairo (flight included). Arrival to EL CAIRO airport and
transfer to the hotel. During the evening, visit the Light
14 SUN. Cairo.- and Sound Show at the Pyramids of Giza. Accommo-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and dation.
Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and the
Alabaster Mosque. 20 SAT. Cairo.-
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1 Petra
2/1 Cairo
1 wadi rum
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1 esna
2 aswan
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DEPARTURE DATES CAIRO Mount Nebo- Amman.-
01 THU. Jerusalem.- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Castles of the Desert, Madaba
Arrival at Tel Aviv airport. Welcome to Israel! Border
Every Thursday procedures and transfer to the hotel in Jerusalem.
Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo.
Free time. We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT,
built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit
02 FRI. Jerusalem-Bethlehem- Jerusalem.- QASR KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick
walls and the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, no-
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS:City tour of Jerusalem. Museum table for its remarkable frescoes. Then, we travel to
of Israel. Ein Karen. Shrine of Saint John the Baptist. MADABA, lunch is included. We will visit the Madaba
EXPECTED HOTELS Holocaust Museum and Memorial. Bethlehem. Archaeological Park, which we cross via an ancient Ro-
Breakfast. Excursion to visit the New City of Jerusalem, man road, and the Church of St. George, with its fan-
See the hotels provided for this trip in the fi- seeing the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel, tastic 6th Century mosaic representing the oldest known
nal part of the brochure and on the website’s where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed, and the model map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO,
“My Trip” page. that represents the city of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus. where Moses stopped to look over the Promised Land.
We will go through the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Return to Amman. Arrival and free time.
then going toward Ein Karen, a picturesque neighborhood
on the outskirts of the city to visit the Shrine of Saint 06 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex-
el cairo John the Baptist. We will also see Yad Vashem, the Dead Sea.-
Holocaust Museum and Memorial. In the afternoon, we TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Bethany, Dead Sea Museum,
egypt will travel to BETHLEHEM, located behind the wall built Dead Sea.
in recent years to separate the two communities. We will
take a Palestinian guide to visit the Church of the Nativ- We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan,
ity, the Grotto of the Manger and the Shepherds’ Field. a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the
Return to Jerusalem and accommodation. Baptist baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MU-
SEUM, which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is
03 SAT. Jerusalem.- included. Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Visit to old city of Jerusalem, forget to take a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude
Mount of Olives, Wailing Wall, Church of Holy Sepulcher, on earth. Dinner and accommodation included.
Tomb of King David, Cenacle and Abbey of the Dormi-
tion. 07 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe-
tra.-
We include a visit to the old city of Jerusalem. Excur-
sion by Mount Scopus toward the Mount of Olives. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine
There is an extraordinary view of the walled Holy City Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra),
from the top. We then continue to Gethsemane, the Ba- Moses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included.
silica of the Agony. Departure toward the Old City. Visit Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the
to the Western Wall (Wailing Wall). We will continue Dead Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with
along the Via Dolorosa to arrive at Calvary, the place its old Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we
where Christ was crucified, and to see the Church of the ascend into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque
Holy Sepulcher. We then go onward to Mount Zion to town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included.
visit the Tomb of King David, the Cenacle (Hall of the We continue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where
Last Supper) and the Abbey of the Dormition. Accom- we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader
modation in Jerusalem. Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Pe-
tra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is
04 SUN. Jerusalem- Sheik Hussein Bridge- Ajlun- said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water
Jerash- Amman.- gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibi-
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS:Travel to Jordan. Fortress of tion that enables us to learn about the history of the Na-
Ajlun. Church of Saint Sergius. Jerash. Lunch included. bateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area.
Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can
go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show
Breakfast. Early departure to border of Israel and Jor- in Petra.
dan. Arrival at Sheik Hussein Bridge to complete border
and visa procedures. Welcome to Jordan! We explore the 08 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.-
FORTRESS OF AJLUN, an imposing castle dating back
to the 12th century. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Petra archeological site. Wadi
Christians have always lived together. We visit the his- Rum dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple
toric CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for ruins. Camel ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch
peace? Lunch included. We continue to JERASH to visit and dinner included, accommodation in a camp in the
its impressive Roman archaeological site. We then travel desert.
to AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation. Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we
NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which
bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which is accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the
must be paid directly by the passengers themselves. temples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city
FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passen- that was founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch
gers must pay directly at their destination. For guidance (included) we leave for the impressive desert of WADI
purposes, these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices RUM. At the Visitor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to
subject to change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure visit some of the most impressive landscapes. We stop
24 Fee to Jordan); Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border in the town of RUM to visit the ruins of the Nabatean
visa). temple. We include a 45-minute camel ride through
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THE PRICE INCLUDES
• Europamundo General Services: Travel
by bus with English speaking guide, basic
travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
• Includes arrival transfer
• Includes departure transfer
• Excursion: Bethlehem in Jerusalem, 4x4
vehicles, camel rides in Wadi Rum.
• City tour in: Jerusalem, Cairo.
• Ticket admission: Book in the Museum
of Israel, Holocaust Museum and Memo-
Karnak Complex rial, Church of the Nativity, in Bethlehem,
Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Tomb of
luxor, egypt King David, Cenacle (Hall of the Last Sup-
per), Abbey of the Dormition, Fortress
and Church of Saint Sergius in Ajlun,
the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Canyon. In this burial chambers, are among others, Ramses III, Seti I and Archaeological site in Jerash; Castle of
spectacular place, we will see the engravings that reveal Amenhotep II. You will also visit the Colossae of Mem- Qasr Kharana and Castle of Qusayr Amra
the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and accom- non, two impressive statues of Amenophis II, as well as in Castles of the Dessert; Church of St.
modation included in a desert camp. the Temple of Queen Hatsepsut (Deir el Bahari) and the George, Madaba Archaeological Park in
Temple of Medinet Habu. During this day we can enjoy
09 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba.- the beauty of the Nile riverbanks. You could do different Madaba, Archaeological Site in Bethany,
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit Aqaba. Free time to relax in activities on the boat and at evening enjoy the music at Dead Sea Museum and Panorama Complex
the resort and enjoy the Red Sea. the disco. Full board. Night on board, navigating to ESNA. in Dead Sea, Moses Springs and Petra Mu-
After breakfast we will leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second seum , Archaeological Site in Petra, Visi-
city. We will visit Jordan’s second city, a modern, com- 14 WED. Esna- Edfu- Kom Ombo- Aswan.- tor Centre, 4x4 vehicles and camel rides
mercial port city. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel-resort TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Temple of Horus, Temple of in Wadi Rum, Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren
and the warm waters of the Red Sea! Kom Ombo. Accommodation on the boat. Full board. and Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel
Arrival to EDFU and visit the Temple of Horus (God rep- of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque, the
10 SAT. Aqaba- Amman - Cairo.-
resented by a Falcon), which in the past was partially cov- Hanging Church Coptic neighborhood in
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Desert road to Amman, transfer ered by lime during the periodic flooding of the river Nile. Cairo.
in Cairo.
The rescue and restoration work complete, we now have • Flights included: Amman - Cairo.
After breakfast we will depart via “the desert road” to the one of the most beautiful temples of Ptolemaic times, in • 9 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Ajlun,
AMMAN airport. Arrival. We will take a flight to Egypt an exceptional state of preservation. Navigation to KOM
for a little over an hour. Arrival at CAIRO. Border proce- Madaba, Dead Sea, Dead Sea, Dana, Petra,
OMBO. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple Petra, Wadi Rum, Cairo.
dures and transfer to the hotel. Free time. dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroesis, where we
Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the trip from find a Nilometer (former system for measuring the level
Aqaba to Amman airport may be made by regular VIP coach.
of the Nile River) and a mummified crocodile. During the (Additional services Opt. 2)
evening you will be able to enjoy the Chilaba’s party, local • Includes departure transfer
11 SUN. Cairo.-
typical outfit (on route you could economically acquire • Excursion: Valley of the Kings, Colossi of
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and them at local markets). Full board. Accommodation on Memnon in Luxor, Sound and Light Show
Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and the board, navigating to ASWAN.
Alabaster Mosque. at the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo.
• Boat: Typical sailing boats felucca in As-
Full day visit where we explore the famous Pyramids 15 THU. Aswan.-
of Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos (tickets to go inside wan.
the pyramids are not included), and also the impressive TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Aswan, Optional Abu Simbel • Ticket admission: Temples of Luxor and
Sphinx, which is sculpted from rock. Visit to the Egyptian tour, full board, night on the boat. Karnak in Luxor, Necropolis of Thebas,
Museum with its ancient art and where the treasure of Arrival to ASWAN. Possibility of getting the optional Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon,
the Lost Tomb of Tutankhamen is kept. Lunch included. tour to Abu Simbel (visit NOT included in the itinerary), Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Medinet
Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. We will located two hundred and eighty kilometers from Aswam,
take a walk through the Coptic neighborhood where we Habu; in Luxor, Temple of Horus in Edfu,
visit the western desert and the temples carved on the Temple of Kom Ombo in Kom Ombo, Red
visit the Hanging Church built above a Roman fortress. cliff by Ramses II during the twelfth century BC, with 20
meters high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and
Granite Quarry and Unfinished Obelisk,
12 MON. Cairo.- the Temple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Aswan Dam in Aswan.
Transfers to the airport and the end of our services. • Flights included: Cairo - Luxor, Aswan -
Visit the Red Granite quarry where is the famous 41
meters high Unfinished Obelisk. We will also visit the Cairo.
(Opt. 2) Wonders of Middle East
Days 1 - 11 as in Opt. 1 Aswan Dam, one of the largest in the world, which cre- • 8 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Luxor,
12 MON. Cairo- Luxor.- ated Lake Nasser with a length of more than 500 km. Luxor, Luxor, Esna, Kom Ombo, Aswan,
In the afternoon, a felucca cruise on the Nile, typical Aswan, Aswan.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to the airport, flight sailing boats in the area, heading to the island of Kitch-
to Luxor. Transfer to the cruise. Temples of Luxor and •
Karnak. Full board aboard. ener where the Botanical Garden is located. Full board.
Accommodation on board.
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and flight included to
LUXOR. Arrival and transfer to the cruise, boarding and
accommodation. Full board on the cruise. Visit impres- 16 FRI. Aswan- Cairo.-
sive set of temples of Luxor and Karnak. Accommodation
on board. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Light and Sound Show at the
Giza´s Pyramids.
13 TUE. Luxor- Esna.- Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take the plane to
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of Cairo (flight included). Arrival to EL CAIRO airport and
the Kings. Colossae of Memnon. Temple of Queen Hat- transfer to the hotel. During the evening, visit the Light
sepsut. Temple of Medinet Habu. and Sound Show at the Pyramids of Giza. Accommo-
Today you will be able to admire the Necropolis of dation.
Thebes, visiting the famous VALLEY OF THE KINGS,
where are hidden the tombs of the main pharaohs. Com- 17 SAT. Cairo.-
posed of several rooms and corridors that lead to the Transfers to the airport and the end of our services.
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1 wadi rum
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01 SAT. Amman.- ascend into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque
petra Arrival at Amman airport. Welcome to Jordan! Border town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included.
procedures and transfer to the hotel. Free time. We continue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where
jordan we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader
02 SUN. Amman- Ajlun- Jerash- Amman.- Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Pe-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Ajlun Fortress, Church of Saint tra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is
Sergius, Jerash. said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water
gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibi-
After breakfast, we travel to the north of Jordan. In the tion that enables us to learn about the history of the Na-
mountains, we discover the AJLUN FORTRESS, a mighty bateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area.
castle from the 12th Century. Muslims and Orthodox Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can
Christians have always lived in this area. We will visit the go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show
old CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for in Petra.
peace? Lunch is included. We continue to JERASH, and
visit its impressive Roman archaeological site. Return to 06 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.-
AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Petra archeological site. Wadi
03 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba- Rum dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple
Mount Nebo- Amman.- ruins. Camel ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch
and dinner included, accommodation in a camp in the
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Castles of the Desert, Madaba desert.
Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo.
Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we
We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT, visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which
built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit is accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the
QASR KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick temples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city
walls and the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, no- that was founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch
table for its remarkable frescoes. Then, we travel to (included) we leave for the impressive desert of WADI
MADABA, lunch is included. We will visit the Madaba RUM. At the Visitor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to
Archaeological Park, which we cross via an ancient Ro- visit some of the most impressive landscapes. We stop
man road, and the Church of St. George, with its fan- in the town of RUM to visit the ruins of the Nabatean
tastic 6th Century mosaic representing the oldest known temple. We include a 45-minute camel ride through
map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO, the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Canyon. In this
where Moses stopped to look over the Promised Land. spectacular place, we will see the engravings that reveal
Return to Amman. Arrival and free time. the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and accom-
modation included in a desert camp.
04 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex-
Dead Sea.- 07 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Bethany, Dead Sea Museum, TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Visit Aqaba. Free time to relax in
Dead Sea. the resort and enjoy the Red Sea.
We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan, After breakfast we will leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second
a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the city. We will visit Jordan’s second city, a modern, com-
Baptist baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MU- mercial port city. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel-resort
SEUM, which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is and the warm waters of the Red Sea!
included. Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not
forget to take a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude 08 SAT. Aqaba- Amman - Cairo.-
on earth. Dinner and accommodation included. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Desert road to Amman, transfer
in Cairo.
05 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe-
tra.- After breakfast we will depart via “the desert road” to the
AMMAN airport. Arrival. We will take a flight to Egypt
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine for a little over an hour. Arrival at CAIRO. Border proce-
Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), dures and transfer to the hotel. Free time.
Moses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included. Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the trip from
Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the Aqaba to Amman airport may be made by regular VIP coach.
26 Dead Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with
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1 Petra
2/1 Cairo
1 wadi rum
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1 esna
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(OPT. 1) CLASSICAL JERUSALEM, JORDAN AND CAIRO bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which
See the hotels provided for this trip in the fi- 01 THU. Jerusalem.- must be paid directly by the passengers themselves.
nal part of the brochure and on the website’s Arrival at Tel Aviv airport. Welcome to Israel! Border FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passen-
“My Trip” page. procedures and transfer to the hotel in Jerusalem. gers must pay directly at their destination. For guidance
Free time. purposes, these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices
subject to change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure
02 FRI. Jerusalem-Bethlehem- Jerusalem.- Fee to Jordan); Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS:City tour of Jerusalem. Museum visa).
of Israel. Ein Karen. Shrine of Saint John the Baptist.
Holocaust Museum and Memorial. Bethlehem. 05 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba-
Monastery of St. Catherine Mount Nebo- Amman.-
Breakfast. Excursion to visit the New City of Jerusalem,
Sinai Mount, egypt seeing the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel, TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Castles of the Desert, Madaba
where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed, and the model Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo.
that represents the city of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus. We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT,
We will go through the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit
then going toward Ein Karen, a picturesque neighborhood QASR KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick
on the outskirts of the city to visit the Shrine of Saint walls and the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, no-
John the Baptist. We will also see Yad Vashem, the table for its remarkable frescoes. Then, we travel to
Holocaust Museum and Memorial. In the afternoon, we MADABA, lunch is included. We will visit the Madaba
will travel to BETHLEHEM, located behind the wall built Archaeological Park, which we cross via an ancient Ro-
in recent years to separate the two communities. We will man road, and the Church of St. George, with its fan-
take a Palestinian guide to visit the Church of the Nativ- tastic 6th Century mosaic representing the oldest known
ity, the Grotto of the Manger and the Shepherds’ Field. map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO,
Return to Jerusalem and accommodation. where Moses stopped to look over the Promised Land.
Return to Amman. Arrival and free time.
03 SAT. Jerusalem.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Visit to old city of Jerusalem, 06 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex-
Mount of Olives, Wailing Wall, Church of Holy Sepulcher, Dead Sea.-
Tomb of King David, Cenacle and Abbey of the Dormi- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Bethany, Dead Sea Museum,
tion. Dead Sea.
We include a visit to the old city of Jerusalem. Excur- We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan,
sion by Mount Scopus toward the Mount of Olives. a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the
There is an extraordinary view of the walled Holy City Baptist baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MU-
from the top. We then continue to Gethsemane, the Ba- SEUM, which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is
silica of the Agony. Departure toward the Old City. Visit included. Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not
to the Western Wall (Wailing Wall). We will continue forget to take a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude
along the Via Dolorosa to arrive at Calvary, the place on earth. Dinner and accommodation included.
where Christ was crucified, and to see the Church of the
Holy Sepulcher. We then go onward to Mount Zion to 07 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe-
visit the Tomb of King David, the Cenacle (Hall of the tra.-
Last Supper) and the Abbey of the Dormition. Accom- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine
modation in Jerusalem. Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra),
Moses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included.
04 SUN. Jerusalem- Sheik Hussein Bridge- Ajlun-
Jerash- Amman.- Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the
Dead Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS:Travel to Jordan. Fortress of its old Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we
Ajlun. Church of Saint Sergius. Jerash. Lunch included. ascend into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque
town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included.
Breakfast. Early departure to border of Israel and Jor- We continue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where
dan. Arrival at Sheik Hussein Bridge to complete border we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader
and visa procedures. Welcome to Jordan! We explore the Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Pe-
FORTRESS OF AJLUN, an imposing castle dating back tra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is
to the 12th century. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water
Christians have always lived together. We visit the his- gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibi-
toric CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for tion that enables us to learn about the history of the Na-
peace? Lunch included. We continue to JERASH to visit bateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area.
its impressive Roman archaeological site. We then travel Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can
to AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation. go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show
28 NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special in Petra.
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01 SAT. Amman.- we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader
Arrival at Amman airport. Welcome to Jordan! Border Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Pe-
EXPECTED HOTELS procedures and transfer to the hotel. Free time. tra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is
said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water
See the hotels provided for this trip in the fi- 02 SUN. Amman- Ajlun- Jerash- Amman.- gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibi-
nal part of the brochure and on the website’s tion that enables us to learn about the history of the Na-
“My Trip” page. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Ajlun Fortress, Church of Saint
Sergius, Jerash. bateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area.
Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can
After breakfast, we travel to the north of Jordan. In the go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show
mountains, we discover the AJLUN FORTRESS, a mighty in Petra.
castle from the 12th Century. Muslims and Orthodox
Christians have always lived in this area. We will visit the 06 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.-
old CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Petra archeological site. Wadi
peace? Lunch is included. We continue to JERASH, and
Rum dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple
visit its impressive Roman archaeological site. Return to
ruins. Camel ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch
THE SPHINX AND PYRAMID , Cairo AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation.
and dinner included, accommodation in a camp in the
Egypt desert.
03 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba-
Mount Nebo- Amman.- Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we
visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Castles of the Desert, Madaba is accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the
Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo. temples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city
We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT, that was founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch
built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit (included) we leave for the impressive desert of WADI
QASR KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick RUM. At the Visitor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to
walls and the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, no- visit some of the most impressive landscapes. We stop
table for its remarkable frescoes. Then, we travel to in the town of RUM to visit the ruins of the Nabatean
MADABA, lunch is included. We will visit the Madaba temple. We include a 45-minute camel ride through
Archaeological Park, which we cross via an ancient Ro- the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Canyon. In this
man road, and the Church of St. George, with its fan- spectacular place, we will see the engravings that reveal
tastic 6th Century mosaic representing the oldest known the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and accom-
map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO, modation included in a desert camp.
where Moses stopped to look over the Promised Land.
Return to Amman. Arrival and free time. 07 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba- Eilat- Saint Catherine.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT:Visit Aqaba, Eilat and cross into
04 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex- Sinai. Dinner included.
Dead Sea.-
After breakfast, we leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Bethany, Dead Sea Museum, city, lying on the banks of the Red Sea. We walk through
Dead Sea. the center before continuing to the border of ISRAEL,
We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan, EILAT and arrive in this modern and tourist city with its
a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the excellent beaches. There’s time to relax, have lunch and
Baptist baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MU- stroll around. Are you tempted to have a swim? We then
SEUM, which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is continue towards the EGYPT border, and into Sinai. On
included. Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not the way, there’s chance to take photographs of the Phar-
forget to take a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude aoh’s Island with the powerful fortress of Saladin. Con-
on earth. Dinner and accommodation included. tinue to SAINT CATHERINE. Arrival, accommodation and
dinner included.
05 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe- FEES: At the border crossing from Jordan to Israel and from
tra.- Israel to Egypt, every traveler must pay an entry/exit fee for
the different countries. Jordan: $15 (exit fees), Israel: $32
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine (exit fee), Egypt: $45 (entry visa, which is actually $25 visa
Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), + $20
Moses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included. IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to exceptional circumstances or due
to a small number of participants, it may happen that we
Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the will cross directly from Jordan to Egypt by boat, taking the
Dead Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with AQABA- TABA FERRY with a duration of just over two hours.
its old Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we During the ferry crossing, there will be no assistance from
ascend into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque any guide.
30 town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included.
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• Europamundo General Services: Travel
08 SAT. Saint Catherine- Well of Moses- Cairo.- the beauty of the Nile riverbanks. You could do different by bus with English speaking guide, basic
activities on the boat and at evening enjoy the music at travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Saint Catherine monastery. Sinai • Includes arrival transfer
Desert´s landscapes. Well of Moses. Lunch included. the disco. Full board. Night on board, navigating to ESNA.
• Includes departure transfer
At the foot of Mount Sinai, we visit the impressive • Excursion: 4x4 vehicles, camel rides in
walled monastery of SAINT CATHERINE. According to 12 WED. Esna- Edfu- Kom Ombo- Aswan.- Wadi Rum.
tradition, this is where Moses saw “the Burning Bush that TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Temple of Horus, Temple of • City tour in: Cairo.
burned without being consumed”. The monastery, which is Kom Ombo. Accommodation on the boat. Full board. • Ticket admission: Fortress and Church
a sacred place for Jews, Christians and Muslims, belongs of Saint Sergius in Ajlun, Archaeological
to the Orthodox Church and is a UNESCO World Herit- Arrival to EDFU and visit the Temple of Horus (God rep- site in Jerash; Castle of Qasr Kharana and
age Site. We then continue on through the Sinai Desert’s resented by a Falcon), which in the past was partially cov- Castle of Qusayr Amra in Castles of the
picturesque landscapes. Lunch included in route. Stop ered by lime during the periodic flooding of the river Nile. Dessert; Church of St. George, Madaba
at the WELL OF MOSES, a biblical site that looks like a The rescue and restoration work complete, we now have Archaeological Park in Madaba, Archaeo-
small oasis. We will leave Sinai through the tunnel under one of the most beautiful temples of Ptolemaic times, in logical Site in Bethany, Dead Sea Museum
the SUEZ CANAL. Arrival in CAIRO at the end of the af- and Panorama Complex in Dead Sea, Mo-
an exceptional state of preservation. Navigation to KOM ses Springs and Petra Museum , Archaeo-
ternoon. Accommodation.
OMBO. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple logical Site in Petra, Visitor Centre, 4x4
09 SUN. Cairo.- dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroesis, where we vehicles and camel rides in Wadi Rum,
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and find a Nilometer (former system for measuring the level Monastery of Saint Catherine, Well of Mo-
Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and the of the Nile River) and a mummified crocodile. During the ses, Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and Mic-
Alabaster Mosque. evening you will be able to enjoy the Chilaba’s party, local erinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Sala-
typical outfit (on route you could economically acquire din and the Alabaster Mosque, the Hang-
Full day visit where we explore the famous Pyramids ing Church Coptic neighborhood in Cairo.
of Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos (tickets to go inside them at local markets). Full board. Accommodation on
• 11 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Ajlun,
the pyramids are not included), and also the impressive board, navigating to ASWAN. Madaba, Dead Sea, Dead Sea, Dana, Petra,
Sphinx, which is sculpted from rock. Visit to the Egyptian Petra, Wadi Rum, Saint Catherine, Moses
Museum with its ancient art and where the treasure of 13 THU. Aswan.- Well, Cairo.
the Lost Tomb of Tutankhamen is kept. Lunch included.
Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. We will TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Aswan, Optional Abu Simbel
(Additional services Opt. 2)
take a walk through the Coptic neighborhood where we tour, full board, night on the boat. • Includes departure transfer
visit the Hanging Church built above a Roman fortress. • Excursion: Valley of the Kings, Colossi of
Arrival to ASWAN. Possibility of getting the optional Memnon in Luxor, Sound and Light Show
10 MON. Cairo.- at the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo.
tour to Abu Simbel (visit NOT included in the itinerary),
Transfers to the airport and the end of our services. • Boat: Typical sailing boats felucca in As-
located two hundred and eighty kilometers from Aswam,
wan.
(Opt. 2) Lights of Jordan and Egypt with Nile Cruise visit the western desert and the temples carved on the • Ticket admission: Temples of Luxor and
Days 1 - 9 as in Opt. 1 cliff by Ramses II during the twelfth century BC, with 20 Karnak in Luxor, Necropolis of Thebas,
10 MON. Cairo- Luxor.- meters high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon,
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to the airport, flight the Temple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Medinet
to Luxor. Transfer to the cruise. Temples of Luxor and Visit the Red Granite quarry where is the famous 41 Habu; in Luxor, Temple of Horus in Edfu,
Karnak. Full board aboard. meters high Unfinished Obelisk. We will also visit the Temple of Kom Ombo in Kom Ombo, Red
Aswan Dam, one of the largest in the world, which cre-
Granite Quarry and Unfinished Obelisk,
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and flight included to Aswan Dam in Aswan.
LUXOR. Arrival and transfer to the cruise, boarding and ated Lake Nasser with a length of more than 500 km. • Flights included: Cairo - Luxor, Aswan -
accommodation. Full board on the cruise. Visit impres- In the afternoon, a felucca cruise on the Nile, typical Cairo.
sive set of temples of Luxor and Karnak. Accommodation sailing boats in the area, heading to the island of Kitch- • 8 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Luxor,
on board. ener where the Botanical Garden is located. Full board. Luxor, Luxor, Esna, Kom Ombo, Aswan,
Accommodation on board. Aswan, Aswan.
11 TUE. Luxor- Esna.-
14 FRI. Aswan- Cairo.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of
the Kings. Colossae of Memnon. Temple of Queen Hat- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Light and Sound Show at the
sepsut. Temple of Medinet Habu. Giza´s Pyramids.
Today you will be able to admire the Necropolis of Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take the plane to
Thebes, visiting the famous VALLEY OF THE KINGS, Cairo (flight included). Arrival to EL CAIRO airport and
where are hidden the tombs of the main pharaohs. Com- transfer to the hotel. During the evening, visit the Light
posed of several rooms and corridors that lead to the and Sound Show at the Pyramids of Giza. Accommo-
burial chambers, are among others, Ramses III, Seti I and
Amenhotep II. You will also visit the Colossae of Mem- dation.
non, two impressive statues of Amenophis II, as well as
the Temple of Queen Hatsepsut (Deir el Bahari) and the 15 SAT. Cairo.-
Temple of Medinet Habu. During this day we can enjoy Transfers to the airport and the end of our services.
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tra.- Museum with its ancient art and where the treasure of
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine the Lost Tomb of Tutankhamen is kept. Lunch included.
Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. We will
Moses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included. take a walk through the Coptic neighborhood where we
Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the visit the Hanging Church built above a Roman fortress.
Dead Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with
its old Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we 15 MON. Cairo.- THE PRICE INCLUDES
ascend into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque Transfers to the airport and the end of our services.
town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included. • Europamundo General Services: Travel
We continue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where (Opt. 2) Legend of Israel, Jordan and Egypt by bus with English speaking guide, basic
we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader Days 1 - 14 as in Opt. 1 travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Pe- 15 MON. Cairo- Luxor.- • Includes arrival transfer
tra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is • Includes departure transfer
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Transfer to the airport, flight • Excursion: Magdala, Mount Beatitudes,
said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water to Luxor. Transfer to the cruise. Temples of Luxor and
gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibi- Tabgha and Capernaum in Nazareth, Beth-
tion that enables us to learn about the history of the Na- Karnak. Full board aboard. lehem in Jerusalem, 4x4 vehicles, camel
bateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area. Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and flight included to rides in Wadi Rum.
Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can LUXOR. Arrival and transfer to the cruise, boarding and • Boat: Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee. .
go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show accommodation. Full board on the cruise. Visit impres- • City tour in: Nazareth, Jerusalem, Cairo.
in Petra. sive set of temples of Luxor and Karnak. Accommodation • Ticket admission: Church of Saint Peter
on board. in Tel Aviv, Archaeological Site in Caesar-
11 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.- ea, Cave Rosh Hanikra, Archaeological site
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Petra archeological site. Wadi 16 TUE. Luxor- Esna.- of Magdala, Mount of Beatitudes, Church
Rum dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple of Tabgha, House of Saint Peter and ruins
ruins. Camel ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of of the ancient synagogue in Capernaum,
and dinner included, accommodation in a camp in the the Kings. Colossae of Memnon. Temple of Queen Hat- Church of the Annunciation, Saint Joseph´s
desert. sepsut. Temple of Medinet Habu. Carpentry Workshop and the Fountain of
Today you will be able to admire the Necropolis of the Virgin in Nazareth, Precipice Mount,
Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we Church of Cana of Galilee, River Jordan
visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which Thebes, visiting the famous VALLEY OF THE KINGS, valley, Book in the Museum of Israel,
is accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the where are hidden the tombs of the main pharaohs. Com- Holocaust Museum and Memorial, Church
temples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city posed of several rooms and corridors that lead to the of the Nativity, in Bethlehem, Church of
that was founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch burial chambers, are among others, Ramses III, Seti I and the Holy Sepulcher, Tomb of King David,
(included) we leave for the impressive desert of WADI Amenhotep II. You will also visit the Colossae of Mem- Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper), Abbey
RUM. At the Visitor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to non, two impressive statues of Amenophis II, as well as of the Dormition, Fortress and Church
visit some of the most impressive landscapes. We stop the Temple of Queen Hatsepsut (Deir el Bahari) and the of Saint Sergius in Ajlun, Archaeologi-
in the town of RUM to visit the ruins of the Nabatean Temple of Medinet Habu. During this day we can enjoy cal site in Jerash; Castle of Qasr Khara-
temple. We include a 45-minute camel ride through the beauty of the Nile riverbanks. You could do different
the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Canyon. In this na and Castle of Qusayr Amra in Castles
spectacular place, we will see the engravings that reveal activities on the boat and at evening enjoy the music at of the Dessert; Church of St. George,
the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and accom- the disco. Full board. Night on board, navigating to ESNA. Madaba Archaeological Park in Madaba,
modation included in a desert camp. Archaeological Site in Bethany, Dead Sea
17 WED. Esna- Edfu- Kom Ombo- Aswan.- Museum and Panorama Complex in Dead
12 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba- Eilat- Saint Catherine.- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Temple of Horus, Temple of Sea, Moses Springs and Petra Museum ,
Kom Ombo. Accommodation on the boat. Full board. Archaeological Site in Petra, Visitor Cen-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit Aqaba, Eilat and cross into tre, 4x4 vehicles and camel rides in Wadi
Sinai. Dinner included. Arrival to EDFU and visit the Temple of Horus (God rep- Rum, Monastery of Saint Catherine, Well
resented by a Falcon), which in the past was partially cov- of Moses, Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren
After breakfast, we leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second ered by lime during the periodic flooding of the river Nile. and Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel
city, lying on the banks of the Red Sea. We walk through The rescue and restoration work complete, we now have of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque, the
the center before continuing to the border of ISRAEL, one of the most beautiful temples of Ptolemaic times, in Hanging Church Coptic neighborhood in
EILAT and arrive in this modern and tourist city with its an exceptional state of preservation. Navigation to KOM Cairo.
excellent beaches. There’s time to relax, have lunch and OMBO. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple • Funicular: Cave Rosh Hanikra in Rosh
stroll around. Are you tempted to have a swim? We then dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroesis, where we Hanikra.
continue towards the EGYPT border, and into Sinai. On find a Nilometer (former system for measuring the level • 13 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Naza-
the way, there’s chance to take photographs of the Phar- of the Nile River) and a mummified crocodile. During the reth, Nazareth, Ajlun, Madaba, Dead Sea,
aoh’s Island with the powerful fortress of Saladin. Con- Dead Sea, Dana, Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum,
tinue to SAINT CATHERINE. Arrival, accommodation and evening you will be able to enjoy the Chilaba’s party, local
typical outfit (on route you could economically acquire Saint Catherine, Moses Well, Cairo.
dinner included.
FEES: At the border crossing from Jordan to Israel and from them at local markets). Full board. Accommodation on (Additional services Opt. 2)
Israel to Egypt, every traveler must pay an entry/exit fee for board, navigating to ASWAN. • Includes departure transfer
the different countries. Jordan: $15 (exit fees), Israel: $32 • Excursion: Valley of the Kings, Colossi of
(exit fee), Egypt: $45 (entry visa, which is actually $25 visa 18 THU. Aswan.- Memnon in Luxor, Sound and Light Show
+ $20 TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Aswan, Optional Abu Simbel at the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to exceptional circumstances or due tour, full board, night on the boat. • Boat: Typical sailing boats felucca in As-
to a small number of participants, it may happen that we wan.
will cross directly from Jordan to Egypt by boat, taking the Arrival to ASWAN. Possibility of getting the optional • Ticket admission: Temples of Luxor and
AQABA- TABA FERRY with a duration of just over two hours. tour to Abu Simbel (visit NOT included in the itinerary), Karnak in Luxor, Necropolis of Thebas,
During the ferry crossing, there will be no assistance from located two hundred and eighty kilometers from Aswam, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon,
any guide. visit the western desert and the temples carved on the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Medinet
cliff by Ramses II during the twelfth century BC, with 20 Habu; in Luxor, Temple of Horus in Edfu,
13 SAT. Saint Catherine- Well of Moses- Cairo.- meters high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and Temple of Kom Ombo in Kom Ombo, Red
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Saint Catherine monastery. Sinai the Temple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Granite Quarry and Unfinished Obelisk,
Desert´s landscapes. Well of Moses. Lunch included. Visit the Red Granite quarry where is the famous 41 Aswan Dam in Aswan.
At the foot of Mount Sinai, we visit the impressive meters high Unfinished Obelisk. We will also visit the • Flights included: Cairo - Luxor, Aswan -
walled monastery of SAINT CATHERINE. According to Aswan Dam, one of the largest in the world, which cre- Cairo.
tradition, this is where Moses saw “the Burning Bush that ated Lake Nasser with a length of more than 500 km. • 8 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Luxor,
burned without being consumed”. The monastery, which is In the afternoon, a felucca cruise on the Nile, typical Luxor, Luxor, Esna, Kom Ombo, Aswan,
a sacred place for Jews, Christians and Muslims, belongs sailing boats in the area, heading to the island of Kitch- Aswan, Aswan.
to the Orthodox Church and is a UNESCO World Herit- ener where the Botanical Garden is located. Full board.
age Site. We then continue on through the Sinai Desert’s Accommodation on board.
picturesque landscapes. Lunch included in route. Stop
at the WELL OF MOSES, a biblical site that looks like a 19 FRI. Aswan- Cairo.-
small oasis. We will leave Sinai through the tunnel under
the SUEZ CANAL. Arrival in CAIRO at the end of the af- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Light and Sound Show at the
ternoon. Accommodation. Giza´s Pyramids.
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take the plane to
14 SUN. Cairo.- Cairo (flight included). Arrival to EL CAIRO airport and
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and transfer to the hotel. During the evening, visit the Light
Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and the and Sound Show at the Pyramids of Giza. Accommo-
Alabaster Mosque. dation.
Full day visit where we explore the famous Pyramids
of Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos (tickets to go inside 20 SAT. Cairo.- 33
the pyramids are not included), and also the impressive Transfers to the airport and the end of our services.
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with 4 Days Nile Cruise
01 SAT. El Cairo.- 05 WED. Esna- Edfu- Kom Ombo- Aswan.-
Arrival at Cairo airport, where our staff will be waiting to TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Temple of Horus, Temple of Kom
take you to your hotel. Free time in the Egyptian capital, the Ombo. Accommodation on the boat. Full board.
largest city in Africa. Accommodation.
THE PRICE INCLUDES 02 SUN. Cairo.- Arrival to EDFU and visit the Temple of Horus (God repre-
sented by a Falcon), which in the past was partially covered
• Europamundo General Services:Trav- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and by lime during the periodic flooding of the river Nile. The
Micerinos, Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin and the rescue and restoration work complete, we now have one of
el by bus with English speaking guide, Alabaster Mosque.
basic travel insurance and breakfast the most beautiful temples of Ptolemaic times, in an ex-
ceptional state of preservation. Navigation to KOM OMBO.
buffet. Full day visit where we explore the famous Pyramids of Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple dedicated
• Includes arrival transfer. Includes Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos (tickets to go inside the to two gods, Sobek and Haroesis, where we find a Nilometer
departure transfer pyramids are not included), and also the impressive Sphinx, (former system for measuring the level of the Nile River) and
• Excursion: Valley of the Kings, Colossi which is sculpted from rock. Visit to the Egyptian Muse- a mummified crocodile. During the evening you will be able
of Memnon in Luxor, Sound and Light um with its ancient art and where the treasure of the Lost to enjoy the Chilaba’s party, local typical outfit (on route
Tomb of Tutankhamen is kept. Lunch included. Citadel of you could economically acquire them at local markets). Full
Show at the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo. Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. We will take a walk board. Accommodation on board, navigating to ASWAN.
• Boat: Typical sailing boats felucca in through the Coptic neighborhood where we visit the Hang-
Aswan. ing Church built above a Roman fortress. 06 THU. Aswan.-
• City tour in : Cairo. TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Aswan, Optional Abu Simbel tour,
• Ticket admission: Pyramids of Cheops, 03 MON. Cairo- Luxor.- full board, night on the boat.
Kefren and Micerinos, Egyptian Muse- TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Transfer to the airport, flight to Arrival to ASWAN. Possibility of getting the optional tour
um, Citadel of Saladin and the Alabas- Luxor. Transfer to the cruise. Temples of Luxor and Karnak. to Abu Simbel (visit NOT included in the itinerary), locat-
Full board aboard. ed two hundred and eighty kilometers from Aswam, visit
ter Mosque, the Hanging Church Cop-
tic neighbourhood in Cairo, Temples of Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and flight included to the western desert and the temples carved on the cliff by
LUXOR. Arrival and transfer to the cruise, boarding and Ramses II during the twelfth century BC, with 20 meters
Luxor and Karnak in Luxor, Necropolis accommodation. Full board on the cruise. Visit impres- high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and the Tem-
of Thebas, Valley of the Kings, Colossi sive set of temples of Luxor and Karnak. Accommodation ple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Visit the
of Memnon, Temple of Queen Hatshep- on board. Red Granite quarry where is the famous 41 meters high
sut, Medinet Habu; in Luxor, Temple of Unfinished Obelisk. We will also visit the Aswan Dam, one
Horus in Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo in 04 TUE. Luxor- Esna.- of the largest in the world, which created Lake Nasser with
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Necropolis of Thebes. Valley of a length of more than 500 km. In the afternoon, a felucca
Kom Ombo, Red Granite Quarry and Un- cruise on the Nile, typical sailing boats in the area, head-
finished Obelisk, Aswan Dam in Aswan. the Kings. Colossae of Memnon. Temple of Queen Hatsep-
sut. Temple of Medinet Habu. ing to the island of Kitchener where the Botanical Garden is
• Flights included: Cairo - Luxor, Aswan located. Full board. Accommodation on board.
- Cairo. Today youwill be able to admire the Necropolis of Thebes,
• 9 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Cairo, visiting the famous VALLEY OF THE KINGS, where are hid- 07 FRI. Aswan- Cairo.-
Luxor, Luxor, Luxor, Esna, Kom Ombo, den the tombs of the main pharaohs. Composed of several
Aswan, Aswan, Aswan. rooms and corridors that lead to the burial chambers, are TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS:Light and Sound Show at the
among others, Ramses III, Seti I and Amenhotep II. You will Giza´s Pyramids.
also visit the Colossae of Memnon, two impressive statues Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take the plane to
of Amenophis II, as well as the Temple of Queen Hatsep- Cairo (flight included). Arrival to EL CAIRO airport and
sut (Deir el Bahari) and the Temple of Medinet Habu. Dur- transfer to the hotel. During the evening, visit the Light
ing this day we can enjoy the beauty of the Nile riverbanks. and Sound Show at the Pyramids of Giza. Accommoda-
You could do different activities on the boat and at evening tion.
enjoy the music at the disco. Full board. Night on board,
navigating to ESNA. 08 SAT. Cairo.-
Transfers to the airport and the end of our services.
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Arrival at Tel Aviv airport. Welcome to Israel! Border pro-
to MOUNT NEBO, where Moses stopped to look over the
Promised Land. Return to Amman. Arrival and free time.
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cedures and transfer to the hotel in Jerusalem. Free time.
06 TUE. Amman- Bethany- Panorama Complex- Dead DEPARTURE DATES
02 FRI. Jerusalem-Bethlehem- Jerusalem.- Sea.-
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS: City tour of Jerusalem. Museum
of Israel. Ein Karen. Shrine of Saint John the Baptist. Holo-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Bethany, Dead Sea Museum, Dead Every two weeks on
caust Museum and Memorial. Bethlehem. Sea.
We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan,
Thursdays
Breakfast. Excursion to visit the New City of Jerusalem,
seeing the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the Bap-
where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed, and the model tist baptized Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MUSEUM,
that represents the city of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus. which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is included.
We will go through the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, then Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not forget to take EXPECTED HOTELS
going toward Ein Karen, a picturesque neighborhood on a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude on earth. Dinner
the outskirts of the city to visit the Shrine of Saint John and accommodation included. See the hotels provided for this trip in the final
the Baptist. We will also see Yad Vashem, the Holocaust part of the brochure and on the website’s “My
Museum and Memorial. In the afternoon, we will travel to 07 WED. Dead Sea- Cave of Lot- Dana- Shobak- Pe- Trip” page.
BETHLEHEM, located behind the wall built in recent years tra.-
to separate the two communities. We will take a Palestinian
guide to visit the Church of the Nativity, the Grotto of the TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Lot´s Cave with its Byzantine
Manger and the Shepherds’ Field. Return to Jerusalem and Church. Dana. Shobak. Wadi Musa (site around Petra), Mo-
accommodation. ses Spring. Petra Museum. Lunch and Dinner included.
03 SAT. Jerusalem.- Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. Following the Dead
Sea, we visit LOT’S CAVE, discovered in 1991, with its old
THE PRICE INCLUDES
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Visit to old city of Jerusalem, Byzantine church from the 6th century. Then we ascend • Europamundo General Services: Travel
Mount of Olives, Wailing Wall, Church of Holy Sepulcher, into the mountains to DANA, a small, picturesque town of by bus with English speaking guide, basic
Tomb of King David, Cenacle and Abbey of the Dormition. stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included. We con- travel insurance and breakfast buffet.
We include a visit to the old city of Jerusalem. Excursion tinue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where we take
by Mount Scopus toward the Mount of Olives. There is an • Includes arrival transfer
photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader Castle. We
extraordinary view of the walled Holy City from the top. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Petra). We will • Excursion: Bethlehem in Jerusalem, 4x4
then continue to Gethsemane, the Basilica of the Agony. explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is said to have vehicles, camel rides in Wadi Rum.
Departure toward the Old City. Visit to the Western Wall tapped the rock with his rod and the water gushed out, and • City tour in: Jerusalem.
(Wailing Wall). We will continue along the Via Dolorosa
to arrive at Calvary, the place where Christ was crucified, the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibition that enables us • Ticket admission: Book in the Museum
and to see the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. We then go to learn about the history of the Nabateans and to see mag- of Israel, Holocaust Museum and Memo-
onward to Mount Zion to visit the Tomb of King David, the nificent pieces found in the area. Dinner and accommoda- rial, Church of the Nativity, in Bethlehem,
Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper) and the Abbey of the tion. Any travelers who wish can go to an old Turkish bath
Dormition. Accommodation in Jerusalem. or see a light and sound show in Petra. Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Tomb of
King David, Cenacle (Hall of the Last Sup-
04 SUN. Jerusalem- Sheik Hussein Bridge- Ajlun- 08 THU. Petra- Wadi Rum.- per), Abbey of the Dormition, Fortress
Jerash- Amman.- and Church of Saint Sergius in Ajlun, Ar-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Petra archeological site. Wadi Rum
TODAY´S HIGHLIGHTS: Travel to Jordan. Fortress of Ajlun. dessert trip on 4x4 vehicles. Nabatean temple ruins. Camel chaeological site in Jerash;, Castle of Qasr
Church of Saint Sergius. Jerash. Lunch included. ride through the desert. Khazali ruins. Lunch and dinner Kharana and Castle of Qusayr Amra in Cas-
Breakfast. Early departure to border of Israel and Jordan. included, accommodation in a camp in the desert. tles of the Dessert; , Church of St. George,
Arrival at Sheik Hussein Bridge to complete border and
visa procedures. Welcome to Jordan! We explore the FOR- Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we Madaba Archaeological Park in Madaba,
TRESS OF AJLUN, an imposing castle dating back to the visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which is Archaeological Site in Bethany, Dead Sea
12th century. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox Christians accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the tem- Museum and Panorama Complex in Dead
have always lived together. We visit the historic CHURCH ples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city that was
OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for peace? Lunch in- founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch (included) we Sea, Moses Springs and Petra Museum ,
cluded. We continue to JERASH to visit its impressive Ro- leave for the impressive desert of WADI RUM. At the Visi- Archaeological Site in Petra, Visitor Centre,
man archaeological site. We then travel to AMMAN. Arrival tor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to visit some of the most 4x4 vehicles and camel rides in Wadi Rum.
and accommodation. impressive landscapes. We stop in the town of RUM to visit • 8 Lunch or Dinner Included in: Ajlun,
NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special the ruins of the Nabatean temple. We include a 45-minute
bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which Madaba, Dead Sea, Dead Sea, Dana, Petra,
camel ride through the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Petra, Wadi Rum.
must be paid directly by the passengers themselves. Canyon. In this spectacular place, we will see the engrav-
FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passengers
must pay directly at their destination. For guidance purposes, ings that reveal the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner
these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices subject to and accommodation included in a desert camp.
change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure Fee to Jordan);
Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border visa). 09 FRI. Wadi Rum- Aqaba.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT: Visit Aqaba. Free time to relax in
05 MON. Amman- Castles of the Desert- Madaba- the resort and enjoy the Red Sea.
Mount Nebo- Amman.-
TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS: Castles of the Desert, Madaba After breakfast we will leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second
Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo. city. We will visit Jordan’s second city, a modern, commercial
port city. Afternoon free to enjoy the hotel-resort and the
We will depart towards the CASTLES OF THE DESERT, warm waters of the Red Sea!
built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit QASR
KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick walls and
the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, notable for its re- 10 SAT. Aqaba - Amman.-
markable frescoes. Then, we travel to MADABA, lunch is After breakfast we will depart via “the desert road” to the
included. We will visit the Madaba Archaeological Park, AMMAN. Arrival and end of our services. Check the time of
which we cross via an ancient Roman road, and the Church your flight in case you need an additional night.
of St. George, with its fantastic 6th Century mosaic repre- Note: Depending on the number of travelers, the trip from Aqa-
senting the oldest known map of the Holy Land. We continue ba to Amman may be made by regular VIP coach.
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