This tour is fully escorted by a dedicated tour leader who will accompany you throughout the tour. If your tour includes multiple countries, you will be met by a new tour leader in each country and any internal flights included will be unescorted.
This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5
Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.
As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.
Experience a superior level of comfort. Our Small Group tours have been crafted for Inspiring Vacations travellers exclusively, with personal and unique experiences in mind. Travel with no more than 26 people, allowing for a more personalised and immersive experience. Please see the Important Information on your selected tour for the exact group size.
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❖ Exclusivity - Ultra-Small group touring. No more than 12 people
❖ Adults Only - Travel with like-minded adults on all Platinum Vacations tours
❖ Airfares - Add international airfares to any Platinum Vacations tour for peace of mind
❖ Comfort - The best in-destination accommodation including our feature Inspiring Stay in a “Star Dome” at a luxury desert camp in Wadi Rum
❖ Culinary - Fine-dining daily with daily breakfast, a lunch while floating on the Red Sea and five dinners including an Arabic cooking class the famous Petra Kitchen
❖ Experiences - Fully inclusive and immersive sightseeing and our thoughtfully curated Inspiring Sights
❖ Experts - Join the highly qualified local team and guides on excursions to Jordan’s top attractions including Amman, the Dead Sea, Petra, and Aqaba
❖ Essentials - Travel in luxury small coaches, enjoy porterage at all hotels, included gratuities for your guide and driver, plus laundry service
As one of our Platinum Vacations tours, 9 Day Captivating Jordan, sets the benchmark in ultimate comfort and style while travelling: intimate, ultra-small group touring, curated sightseeing, plush accommodation and exclusive culinary experiences, all backed by our industry-leading, 24/7 customer support.
Welcome to Amman! On arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by a local representative and transferred by private vehicle to your luxury accommodation. Located in the heart of the prestigious Addoun district of Amman, The St Regis Amman exudes 5-star opulence offering its guests luxurious amenities and showcases an extensive art collection composed of works from local Jordanian artists from the azure waters of the Red Sea to the sculpted rose stones of Petra.
Once you have checked in, the rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities or wander around the local area. Your hotel is located a 15-minute walk from Jordan Gate Towers, while shopping spots like the high-end Baraka Shopping Mall is a 10-minute stroll away.
Airport transfers are included as part of your package. On arrival look out for a representative holding an “Inspiring Vacations” sign after you have collected your baggage and exited customs. If you cannot find them, try to avoid wandering around and instead stay in one place and call the emergency contact number on your documentation.
After a leisurely breakfast, meet your guide for a welcome briefing, then proceed to Jerash, the Graeco-Roman city (ancient Gerasa), a close second to Petra on the list of top Jordan destinations.
Once one of the grandest ancient Roman cities in the world, Jerash now boasts some of the best Greco-Roman ruins around. Admire this site's striking collection of crumbling archways, theatres, baths, public buildings and colonnaded streets. Grand columns encircle the city's centrepiece, the Oval Plaza, a wonderfully atmospheric place to linger after exploring this ruined city's lasting riches.
Following our visit, we returned to Amman for a guided tour through the city. Here we’ll visit the Roman Theatre remains, the Archaeological Museum and the Citadel containing the remains of the Temple of Hercules. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy an Inspiring Taste at one of the city’s traditional tea shops as you sample the popular Jordanian dessert called kataifi, a spun pastry which is soaked in sugar-based syrup.
This evening, we come together for a special welcome dinner at one of Amman’s most popular restaurants. Enjoy a welcome drink before we sit down to a fine selection of traditional Lebanese dishes accompanied by local wine as you get to know your fellow travellers.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, before we begin our journey towards the Dead Sea. En route we'll visit Madaba, an ancient market town that's home to a number of fine Byzantine mosaics, the most outstanding of which lies within Saint George's Greek Orthodox Church. Here, a map of the Holy Land once carpeted the whole floor, said to contain more than two million pieces. Crafted around 560 CE, a large swathe of this mosaic map can still be viewed, providing the oldest map of Palestine in existence.
To the west is the most revered site in Jordan: Mount Nebo, the memorial of Moses, the presumed site of the prophet's death and burial place. A small, square church was built on the spot by early Byzantine Christians and later expanded into a vast complex.
Following our visit, we continue to the Dead Sea arriving this afternoon where the rest of the day is at leisure. Our 5-star luxury resort by the Dead Sea is inspired by the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Boasting 9 swimming pools, diverse culinary options, one of the largest spas in the Middle East, your stay at the Dead Sea will be one to remember!
After breakfast we spend the morning on the shores of this famous body of water, named for the dearth of life in its waters. The saline water has a high density that keeps bathers buoyant and makes getting underneath the surface very difficult. Floating on the surface without any sort of lilo makes for a once in a lifetime experience.
Afterwards we'll continue on our journey to Petra where the rest of the afternoon is free to relax.
Tonight, we enjoy another Inspiring Taste with a difference as you partake in an interactive Arabic cooking class at the famous Petra Kitchen. Under the guidance of the chef, you will learn how to make specialty Jordanian dishes and salads before sitting down together to enjoy our freshly-made feast!
After breakfast, we tour the Inspiring Site that is Petra! A firm fixture on most bucket lists for good reason – the jewel of Jordan is an arresting sight. The so-called Rose City boasts an impressive series of tombs, caves and temples hidden behind ornate façades carved directly into the rock. No one knows the exact date of this desert kingdom's creation, but the lost city of the Nabateans is believed to date as far back as the 2nd century CE. The city has lain empty and unknown for centuries, only rediscovered in 1812 by a Swiss explorer. Meander through the narrow canyon known as the Siq; at times the path measures only a few metres wide, with walls soaring up to 180 metres on either side of you. It's easy to imagine the armies and merchants who made their way here many years ago, and the sense of awe they too must have felt upon reaching this ancient rock-hewn kingdom, surrounded by such a stark landscape. The Siq is the main entranceway to The Treasury – perhaps Petra's most iconic sight, and one of its most elaborate temples. Petra's greatest surprise, however, is its size. With our guide we'll explore the old Roman road, the amphitheatre and several tombs. We'll also climb up to the beautiful façade of the Monastery, from where you will have a magnificent view of the entire site.
Return to your hotel this afternoon and relax before we enjoy another Inspiring Taste as we take dinner at the Jordan Heritage Restaurant. This not-for-profit organisation's mission is to document and ensure Jordanian heritage is not lost through its traditions, culture and partially its food and is the first restaurant of its kind to serve truly authentic Jordanian cuisine.
To complete our day, we return to the Petra ruins, this time by night and a magical visit by candlelight! In stark contrast to your visit earlier today, experience the rock city lit with over 1,500 candles for a truly incredible experience.
After breakfast we drive southwards to Wadi Rum, a moonscape terrain of ancient river beds, wind-sculpted mountains, vast desert vistas and smooth, and pastel-coloured sands. Wadi Rum is probably best known for its connection with the enigmatic British army officer TE Lawrence, who was based here during the Great Arab Revolt of 1917-18. Much of David Lean's movie on his exploits, Lawrence of Arabia, was actually filmed in this very region. You will meet local Bedouins and enjoy cardamom-spiced coffee at the Beau Geste outpost.
On arrival we check into our Inspiring Stay as we check into our luxury “Star Dome” tented suite offering large panoramic glass and ceiling windows for uninterrupted views of the desert landscape and star gazing at night.
During our visit to Wadi Rum, we’ll go on a 2-hour jeep tour of this beautiful oasis home—a truly out of this world experience, then this afternoon, enjoy a special sunset cocktail in the desert with local treats before we enjoy a traditional Zrab Dinner at your camp. This traditional Bedouin style of cooking where marinated meat and vegetables are buried in an oven dug in sandy ground will allow you to experience century old cooking techniques and one of the first known slow-cook processes.
After dinner, we take a special star gazing experience. With minimal light pollution, Wadi Rum offers one of the world's best stargazing spots and there is nothing more special than viewing the night sky in this stunning desert location.
This morning you will have the choice of two included Inspiring Sites: a hot air balloon ride where you’ll experience the freedom of gliding slowly across the sky while looking down at one of the world’s most mesmerising desert landscapes, or a sunrise camel ride where you’ll explore the desert at a natural pace and visit the main sights of Wadi Rum Protected Area.
After these memorable experiences, we’ll return to the camp for breakfast, before driving (approximately an hour) to our hotel in Aqaba.
On arrival, check into your luxurious 5-star resort overlooking the Red Sea and then head out for an afternoon on the incredible Red Sea. First we board a private boat for a cruise on the tranquil waters and get to see the coral and marine life through its semi-submersible base and then enjoy an opportunity to snorkel the clear waters. Later, we transfer to a floating restaurant, the White Prince for a BBQ buffet lunch of grilled chicken, grilled kebab and fish before returning to your hotel where the rest of the late afternoon and evening will be at leisure.
Today, enjoy a free day in Aqaba. There’s plenty to do– snorkelling, scuba diving (must be certified), or soak up the sun and shop.
After a fun-filled day, it’s back to the hotel for our farewell dinner. Enjoy a welcome drink to toast to new found friends before we enjoy dinner made from freshly prepared with locally-sourced ingredients reminiscing on our Jordanian adventure.
After breakfast, you are transferred to Aqaba Airport for your included flight back to Amman where your journey comes to an end on arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
Airport transfers are included as part of your package. Your tour leader will confirm the pick-up time from your hotel to the airport and this will depend on the flight that you have booked.
Please note: flights arriving into Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) from Aqada are scheduled to arrive prior to 2:10pm local time. Please take this into consideration when booking your onward flights and the potential for delays.
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Platinum Vacations provide the discerning traveller with the benefits you would expect to provide a fully immersive travel experience like no other.
Inspiring Stays
Handpicked feature accommodation selections.
Amman – The St Regis Amman. Located in the heart of the prestigious Addoun district of Amman, The St Regis Amman exudes 5-star opulence offering its guests luxurious amenities and showcases an extensive art collection composed of works from local Jordanian artists from the azure waters of the Red Sea to the sculpted rose stones of Petra.
The Dead Sea – Kempinski Ishtar Resort & Spa. This 5-star luxury resort by the Dead Sea is inspired by the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Boasting 9 swimming pools, diverse culinary options, one of the largest spas in the Middle East, your stay at the Dead Sea will be one to remember! Enjoy breathtaking views across the Dead Sea form your Superior Seaview Room during your stay.
Wadi Rum – Wadi Rum UFO Luxotel. A magical experience at the heart of the desert offering a night under the stars surrounded by luxury. Your fully airconditioned geodesic dome pod accommodation offers extensive living space inside and out with private ensuite amenities and large panoramic windows ensuring stunning desert views from the comfort of your room.
Inspiring Tastes
Exclusive or unique culinary experiences designed to inspire your senses.
Inspiring Sights
Enjoy an included selection of experiences designed to give you a richer travel experience.
Secure your trip with a $99.00 deposit per person.
Once we receive your deposit, we will send you an invoice with your remaining balance and payment options.
Instalment Schedule:
This is a land only package.
This package does not include international airfares. If you would like to add airfares to your booking our flight portal will be available via your Traveller Hub. The flight portal will allow you to search for all available airfares to your destination. The function works like most general flight search engines allowing you to select your preferred airline, book different cabin classes (eg. Business class) and view flight durations and transit times to your destination.
The flight portal will be available via your Traveller Hub once the following criteria has been met:
Visit our Flight Hub for more information on terms and conditions, amending your flights and information on luggage allowances.
Some of our packages will include airport transfers in either one or both directions when arriving or departing from your destination. To know if transfers are included please view the ‘inclusions’ section of your selected package. If airport transfers are stated, transfers will be included as advised.
If transfers are not included, we also offer the option to book your airport transfers using our online portal. Access to this portal is available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed. Transfers are readily available and do not need to be booked until your final hotel list has been confirmed. Once you have made a transfer booking, please refer to your confirmation email for all transfer details including a local contact number for the transfer company.
If you book pre and/or post-tour accommodation on your own arrangement, and the tour includes transfers, note that these will be forfeited. The transfers are only provided in line with the tour dates and pre and/or post-tour accommodation purchased through Inspiring Vacations when available.
It is the traveller's responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport. The passport must be valid for a minimum of six months from the intended date of return. Visas may be required for your destination. For further visa information, click here.
Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
This particular tour is categorised as a”3”
Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Tipping
Tipping inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Your tour includes tips for your drivers, local guides and porterage.
You may consider tipping your tour leader(s) for outstanding service throughout your trip. Remember, a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, but we can’t guarantee your request will be available at all properties.
Single travellers
When booking this tour, solo travellers will be presented with two options:
1 - Single Supplement
By paying an additional $1,795.00 per person, in addition to the twin-share price, you guarantee the privacy of your own room throughout the entire trip.
2- Shared Room with a known friend
If travelling together with a friend, you can opt to share your room with him/her and avoid paying a single supplement.
You and your friend can create a unique booking each. Creating a unique booking, gives each of you the flexibility of making different travel arrangements (such adding extra accommodation, flights, etc), make separate payments and have individual access to our Traveller’s Hub
During the purchase path, you will need to provide your friend’s booking ID (if known) or at a minimum, your friend’s full name.
Triple Share
Not available.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for this tour to protect yourself against the unexpected. In addition to the support that a policy may provide, you may be asked to present a copy of your travel insurance documentation while traveling.
Group Size
Minimum of 2 and maximum 12 people
Adults Only
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Tour Style
To meet the needs of various types of travelers, we choose to operate various types of tours, and depending on your selected package will mean different services are provided throughout your trip. The following descriptions of each tour style we hope will ensure that each traveller has appropriate expectations before they start their travels:
All participants must be in good physical condition to fully engage in this journey. For the safety and welfare of yourself and fellow travellers, if you are feeling unwell prior to departure, we advise staying home and contacting us to arrange alternate plans.
Prior to selecting your trip, carefully review the itinerary to assess your ability to comfortably manage our travel style. Please be aware that if, based on evaluation by our leader or local representative, a participant is deemed unable to safely complete the itinerary, we retain the right to exclude them from all or part of the trip without reimbursement.
It is advisable to consult your physician for current medical travel advisories and any required vaccinations before embarking. We recommend carrying a first aid kit and any necessary medications in their original packaging, as they may not be readily available during travel. For those carrying medication, it's essential to check your government's foreign travel guidelines for local restrictions or regulations.
You can enhance your holiday by arriving or departing before or after the tour. On this tour you can choose from the following options:
Pre Tour Accommodation
Post Tour Accommodation
Please select the number of extra nights required in the 'Additional Nights Accommodation' field when making your purchase. The additional cost for these arrangements will be added to your final payment invoice and are subject to availability.
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