Colours of Jordan

Overview
Experience the rich tapestry of Jordan's history on this exciting 12-day adventure, and discover the vibrant culture and tantalising cuisine. Uncover Amman's vibrant city, Petra's timeless beauty, float on the Dead Sea, and so much more. Let the journey begin!Amman will captivate you at every turn, starting with the impressive citadel and ancient Roman Theater, the city's energetic atmosphere, friendly locals, and panoramic views from surrounding hills. Stand atop Mount Nebo, where the biblical Moses was granted a stunning view of the Promised Land, before continuing to ancient Madaba, known for one of the oldest mosaic maps of the Holy Land on the floor of St George Church. You’ll enjoy a cooking class, followed by a traditional lunch to feast on the delicious flavours of Jordanian cuisine.
Discover Crac des Moabites (Karak Castle), an early example of crusader castle architecture. The great Saladin once besieged it for control of the lucrative caravan routes, and it is still clear why the imposing walls held firm.
Take a step back in time to Petra, an iconic UNESCO-listed archaeological site where ancient Eastern traditions blend harmoniously with beautiful Greek architecture. Wander among rose-coloured cliffs and captivating stone-carved wonders, perhaps returning at night for an optional candlelit experience under the stars.
Get ready for an unforgettable desert escapade in Wadi Rum, a breathtaking landscape of towering red sandstone cliffs, vast open spaces, and surreal rock formations. Immerse yourself in Bedouin culture, join exhilarating jeep safaris, share a traditional Zarb underground barbecue dinner, and sleep peacefully under a starry desert sky.
Wind down with a visit to Aqaba's Red Sea shores before a final few days to relax and float effortlessly in the spa-like atmosphere of the Dead Sea’s turquoise, salty oasis.
Your adventure includes return international full-service flights, 9 nights 4-star hotel accommodation, 21 meals, including a traditional dinner under the desert stars and more.
Want more? Add extra days to your itinerary with Arrive Early or Stay Behind in Amman, Jordan (Itinerary 1) or choose Itinerary 2 with an Israel extension.
Tour Inclusions
- Immerse yourself among Jordan's history, culture and cuisine
- Explore Jordan's impressive capital of Amman
- Discover breathtaking views from Amman Citadel
- Marvel at the incredible archaeological site of Umm Qais
- View Jordan, Syria and Israel in a single glance from Umm Qais
- Visit the Greco-Roman ruins of ancient Jerash
- See Madaba's mosaic map of the Holy Land in St George’s Church
- Visit Mount Nebo overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea
- Explore the archaeological site of Little Petra
- Discover the UNESCO-listed rose coloured Petra on a guided tour
- Marvel at Petra's elaborate stone Monastery and Treasury
- Admire the vast open desert on a Wadi Rum Desert Camp experience
- Indulge in a traditional Bedouin dinner at Wadi Rum under starlit desert skies
- Enjoy an exciting jeep tour among the desert dunes of Wadi Rum
- See the colourful jewel of the Red Sea, resort city Aqaba
- Discover the Dead Sea's Salt Beach famous for crystallised salt
- Float in restorative hypersaline waters with a free day at the Dead Sea
- Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply
- 9 nights 4-star hotel and desert camp accommodation
- Enjoy 21 meals including traditional lunches & a dinner under the stars at your desert camp experience
- English speaking tour leader and guides
- Airline taxes and surcharges
- All parking and check point charges
- Two water bottles per person per day
- Transport by air-conditioned private vehicles
- Return airport transfers
All of the 12-day itinerary inclusions, plus the following:
- 5 nights in 3-4 star hotel accommodation
- Enjoy 10 additional meals
- See the ancient Sycamore Tree and Mount of Temptation in Jericho
- Discover the Israeli city by the lake, Tiberias
- Explore Tabgha, the site of the miracle of multiplication of loaves and fish
- Enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee (Lake Tiberias)
- Stay in Nazareth an ancient city blending rich history, modern culture and Middle Eastern charm
- Marvel the natural and historical beauty of Banias Waterfalls
- See Haifa a port city facing the Mediterranean
- Visit the Stella Maris Monastery on Mount Carmel in Haifa
- Visit the Church of the First Miracle in Cana
- Admire the Caesarea Aqueduct ruins, built between 10 and 22 BC
- Visit Bethlehem and the Church of the Nativity
- Stay in the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv
- Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
- Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
- Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location. (See checkout for details)
- Optional Tours: Optional experiences and tours are available to add to your itinerary. (See checkout for details)
- Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class. (See checkout for details)
- Premium Accommodation: Upgrade your accommodation package. (See checkout for details)
- Guaranteed Airline: Fly with a guaranteed airline. (See checkout for details)
Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.
Itinerary Itinerary Brochure Download
Today depart for Amman, Jordan.
Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some customers may be required to depart on day 2, to arrive on day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation, which you will receive 4-6 weeks prior to departure.
Meals included: In-Flight
Upon arrival, be welcomed by a representative at the airport and transferred to the hotel
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Amman with a local guide, including a visit to the Amman Citadel (entrance included), a historical site on a hilltop in the centre of downtown Amman. With temples, churches and the Umayyad Palace, the citadel is a large palatial complex from the Umayyad period. From a small, ruined Byzantine church, dating from the fifth or sixth century, to the large Umayyad Mosque and the huge Umayyad Palace complex, which stretches over the northern part of the hill, Amman Citadel gives you spectacular views. Afterwards visit the Roman Theatre Odeon, built in the 2nd century AD for musical performances, with a capacity of about 500 seats, located to the Eastern side of the Roman Forum, it is a smaller theatre mainly used for music, poetry readings, debates, or lectures. Today is used for performances during the Al Balad Music Festival.
Enjoy lunch at the Jafra cafe, a traditional restaurant where you can delight in some local specialties.
In the afternoon visit the Jordan Museum located in the dynamic new downtown area of Ras al-'Ayn. Presenting the history and cultural heritage of Jordan in a series of beautifully designed galleries.
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in the cosmopolitan capital city of Amman.
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today visit Umm Qais, awarded “village of the world” status by World Tourism Organisation in 2023. Overlooking the Golan Heights, Mount Tabor and the Galilee Sea, it is the perfect location for admiring picturesque views of three countries - Jordan, Syria, and Israel and the Palestinian Territories.
In the hills above the Jordan Valley are the ruins of the Greco-Roman city of Gadara, now called Umm Qais. As a centre for Hellenistic influence, Roman control, a well defended Christian stronghold and then residing under Ottoman rule, Umm Qais has a fascinating history waiting to be discovered.
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, and afterwards travel to Jerash, the city of 1000 columns, a well preserved Greco-Roman city with vaulted arches, collonaded porticos, theatres and Roman churches.
Return back to Amman and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Today is approximately a 230 Km day.
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today travel south to the biblical hill of Mount Nebo that overlooks the Jordan Valley and Dead Sea. Take in the view from Mount Nebo, where the biblical Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land. Next, travel to Little Petra, an archaeological site just north of Petra. Here you will find the remains of a small settlement that dates back to the Neolithic period.
Continue on to ancient Madaba, known for its beautiful Byzantine mosaics and one of the oldest known preserved mosaic maps of the Holy Land on the floor of St George Church. Enjoy a cooking class followed by a traditional lunch, and then explore St John the Baptist church, the Archeological Park of Madaba and the Burnt Palace before returning to Amman in the late afternoon.
Today is approximately a 100 km day.
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today travel to Little Petra and on the way visit Crac des Moabites, (Karak Castle) one of the most famous Crusader castles in the Middle East. Once besieged by the great Saladin in the 12th century, it is still clear to see why this early example of crusader architecture held strong.
Continue along King's Highway to the Shobak Castle, towering above the landscape and another impressive Crusader castle. Built by Baldwin I, King of Jerusalem in 1115 primarily to control the lucrative caravan routes between Syria and Egypt.
Next, travel to Little Petra, an archaeological site just north of Petra. Here you will find the remains of a small settlement that dates back to the Neolithic period. It is an ancient city similar to the famous Petra, only on a much smaller scale. Afterwards continue to Petra for the night.
Today is approximately a 240 km day.
Overnight: Petra Moon Hotel or similar, Petra
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Inhabited since prehistoric times, the Nabatean caravan-city of Petra is situated between the Red and the Dead Sea, and was an important crossroads between Arabia, Egypt and Syria-Phoenicia. The UNESCO-listed site is half-built, half-carved into rock, and is surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges. It’s one of the world's most famous archaeological sites where ancient Eastern traditions blend with beautiful Hellenistic architecture. Today enjoy a tour of the magnificent site.
Travel along the main entrance, or Siq, a natural passage between two mountains, leading to the Treasury, the most elaborate temple in Petra. Across from the theatre, on the eastern cliff and overlooking the city centre lie the Royal tombs. In the lower part of Petra, where the Romans resided after 107 AD, ruins of Nabatean Temples still stand.
After lunch (not included) there is an opportunity for those who are interested and able (there are many stairs) to walk up to the Monastery - the largest monument in the city. Afterwards everyone will be transferred back to the hotel.
Optional Tour - Petra by Night Experience - $55 AUD per person
This evening you may join an optional guided tour to visit and marvel at Petra at night. Imagine the silent, shadowy facade of the Siq by candlelight, while you are mesmerised by the ancient tales of Petra. This experience could be straight out of the Arabian Nights!
Overnight: Petra Moon Hotel or similar, Petra
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After breakfast drive towards the Wadi Rum Desert, a protected desert wilderness in southern Jordan. Marvel at the beautiful and dramatic sandstone mountains, the many-domed Jebel Um Ishrin, and natural arches such as Burdah Rock Bridge. In Khazali Canyon you’ll see many prehistoric inscriptions and carvings lining the rocky caverns and steep chasms, and ‘Lawrence’s Spring’, a natural watering hole named after Lawrence of Arabia.
Enjoy a two hour jeep tour across desert sand dunes backdropped by gorgeous red mountains. Then spend the night in a desert camp, where you will enjoy dinner under the stars. Experience the Zarb, a traditional Bedouin underground barbecue used by this nomadic people.
Today is approximately a 120 Km day.
Optional Tour - Henna Day with a Bedouin ladies lunch - $75 AUD per person
Marvel at the beautiful henna craft of Bedouin women who have decorated their skin for centuries. Relax with lunch as you enjoy their amazing skills.
Optional Tour - Desert star gazing experience - $45 AUD per person
Take a 1-hour 4WD night drive among the dunes of the desert, including time to experience the sounds of silence under a velvet dark sky brilliantly lit by stars.
Overnight: Oasis Desert Camp, Private tents with private facilities
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Set out this morning for Aqaba, the jewel of the Red Sea, inhabited since 4000 B.C., and home to the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and Aqaba Archaeological Museum (entrance not included). Its beach resorts are popular for windsurfing and other water sports.
After lunch (not included), continue on to the World's lowest point on land, the Dead Sea is more than 400m below sea level. Discover Salt Beach, a salty oasis with exceptional panoramic views of the turquoise mineral-rich, saline waters and unique crystallized salt formations.
Once you have your fill of the spectacular views you will be transported to your Hotel on the shore of the Dead Sea.
Today is approximately a 300 km day.
Overnight: Dead Sea Spa Resort or similar, Dead Sea
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Today enjoy a day at leisure to experience this unique location to its fullest. Explore the shores of the Dead Sea, relax in the pristine environment or indulge in its restorative hypersaline waters. The high salt content of the water is perfect for swimming, or rather floating, as it is almost impossible to sink! The Dead Sea mineral-rich mud is also renowned for it’s therapeutic and cosmetic benefits, this is your chance to apply black mud all over your body. Photos anyone?
Overnight: Dead Sea Spa Resort or similar, Dead Sea
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand).
Today is approximately a 60 Km day.
Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight
Please note: some flights may arrive in Australia +1 day later.
Today depart for Amman, Jordan.
Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some customers may be required to depart on day 2, to arrive on day 2. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation, which you will receive 4-6 weeks prior to departure.
Meals included: In-Flight
Upon arrival, be welcomed by a representative at the airport and transferred to the hotel
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Amman with a local guide, including a visit to the Amman Citadel (entrance included), a historical site on a hilltop in the centre of downtown Amman. With temples, churches and the Umayyad Palace, the citadel is a large palatial complex from the Umayyad period. From a small, ruined Byzantine church, dating from the fifth or sixth century, to the large Umayyad Mosque and the huge Umayyad Palace complex, which stretches over the northern part of the hill, Amman Citadel gives you spectacular views. Afterwards visit the Roman Theatre Odeon, built in the 2nd century AD for musical performances, with a capacity of about 500 seats, located to the Eastern side of the Roman Forum, it is a smaller theatre mainly used for music, poetry readings, debates, or lectures. Today is used for performances during the Al Balad Music Festival.
Enjoy lunch at the Jafra cafe, a traditional restaurant where you can delight in some local specialties.
In the afternoon visit the Jordan Museum located in the dynamic new downtown area of Ras al-'Ayn. Presenting the history and cultural heritage of Jordan in a series of beautifully designed galleries.
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in the cosmopolitan capital city of Amman.
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today visit Umm Qais, awarded “village of the world” status by World Tourism Organisation in 2023. Overlooking the Golan Heights, Mount Tabor and the Galilee Sea, it is the perfect location for admiring picturesque views of three countries - Jordan, Syria, and Israel and the Palestinian Territories.
In the hills above the Jordan Valley are the ruins of the Greco-Roman city of Gadara, now called Umm Qais. As a centre for Hellenistic influence, Roman control, a well defended Christian stronghold and then residing under Ottoman rule, Umm Qais has a fascinating history waiting to be discovered.
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, and afterwards travel to Jerash, the city of 1000 columns, a well preserved Greco-Roman city with vaulted arches, collonaded porticos, theatres and Roman churches.
Return back to Amman and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Today is approximately a 230 Km day.
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today travel south to the biblical hill of Mount Nebo that overlooks the Jordan Valley and Dead Sea. Take in the view from Mount Nebo, where the biblical Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land. Next, travel to Little Petra, an archaeological site just north of Petra. Here you will find the remains of a small settlement that dates back to the Neolithic period.
Continue on to ancient Madaba, known for its beautiful Byzantine mosaics and one of the oldest known preserved mosaic maps of the Holy Land on the floor of St George Church. Enjoy a cooking class followed by a traditional lunch, and then explore St John the Baptist church, the Archeological Park of Madaba and the Burnt Palace before returning to Amman in the late afternoon.
Today is approximately a 100 km day.
Overnight: Amman Grand Palace Hotel or similar, Amman
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today travel to Little Petra and on the way visit Crac des Moabites, (Karak Castle) one of the most famous Crusader castles in the Middle East. Once besieged by the great Saladin in the 12th century, it is still clear to see why this early example of crusader architecture held strong.
Continue along King's Highway to the Shobak Castle, towering above the landscape and another impressive Crusader castle. Built by Baldwin I, King of Jerusalem in 1115 primarily to control the lucrative caravan routes between Syria and Egypt.
Next, travel to Little Petra, an archaeological site just north of Petra. Here you will find the remains of a small settlement that dates back to the Neolithic period. It is an ancient city similar to the famous Petra, only on a much smaller scale. Afterwards continue to Petra for the night.
Today is approximately a 240 km day.
Overnight: Petra Moon Hotel or similar, Petra
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Inhabited since prehistoric times, the Nabatean caravan-city of Petra is situated between the Red and the Dead Sea, and was an important crossroads between Arabia, Egypt and Syria-Phoenicia. The UNESCO-listed site is half-built, half-carved into rock, and is surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges. It’s one of the world's most famous archaeological sites where ancient Eastern traditions blend with beautiful Hellenistic architecture. Today enjoy a tour of the magnificent site.
Travel along the main entrance, or Siq, a natural passage between two mountains, leading to the Treasury, the most elaborate temple in Petra. Across from the theatre, on the eastern cliff and overlooking the city centre lie the Royal tombs. In the lower part of Petra, where the Romans resided after 107 AD, ruins of Nabatean Temples still stand.
After lunch (not included) there is an opportunity for those who are interested and able (there are many stairs) to walk up to the Monastery - the largest monument in the city. Afterwards everyone will be transferred back to the hotel.
Optional Tour - Petra by Night Experience - $55 AUD per person
This evening you may join an optional guided tour to visit and marvel at Petra at night. Imagine the silent, shadowy facade of the Siq by candlelight, while you are mesmerised by the ancient tales of Petra. This experience could be straight out of the Arabian Nights!
Overnight: Petra Moon Hotel or similar, Petra
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After breakfast drive towards the Wadi Rum Desert, a protected desert wilderness in southern Jordan. Marvel at the beautiful and dramatic sandstone mountains, the many-domed Jebel Um Ishrin, and natural arches such as Burdah Rock Bridge. In Khazali Canyon you’ll see many prehistoric inscriptions and carvings lining the rocky caverns and steep chasms, and ‘Lawrence’s Spring’, a natural watering hole named after Lawrence of Arabia.
Enjoy a two hour jeep tour across desert sand dunes backdropped by gorgeous red mountains. Then spend the night in a desert camp, where you will enjoy dinner under the stars. Experience the Zarb, a traditional Bedouin underground barbecue used by this nomadic people.
Today is approximately a 120 Km day.
Optional Tour - Henna Day with a Bedouin ladies lunch - $75 AUD per person
Marvel at the beautiful henna craft of Bedouin women who have decorated their skin for centuries. Relax with lunch as you enjoy their amazing skills.
Optional Tour - Desert star gazing experience - $45 AUD per person
Take a 1-hour 4WD night drive among the dunes of the desert, including time to experience the sounds of silence under a velvet dark sky brilliantly lit by stars.
Overnight: Oasis Desert Camp, Private tents with private facilities
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Set out this morning for Aqaba, the jewel of the Red Sea, inhabited since 4000 B.C., and home to the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and Aqaba Archaeological Museum (entrance not included). Its beach resorts are popular for windsurfing and other water sports.
After lunch (not included), continue on to the World's lowest point on land, the Dead Sea is more than 400m below sea level. Discover Salt Beach, a salty oasis with exceptional panoramic views of the turquoise mineral-rich, saline waters and unique crystallized salt formations.
Once you have your fill of the spectacular views you will be transported to your Hotel on the shore of the Dead Sea.
Today is approximately a 300 km day.
Overnight: Dead Sea Spa Resort or similar, Dead Sea
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Today enjoy a day at leisure to experience this unique location to its fullest. Explore the shores of the Dead Sea, relax in the pristine environment or indulge in its restorative hypersaline waters. The high salt content of the water is perfect for swimming, or rather floating, as it is almost impossible to sink! The Dead Sea mineral-rich mud is also renowned for it’s therapeutic and cosmetic benefits, this is your chance to apply black mud all over your body. Photos anyone?
Overnight: Dead Sea Spa Resort or similar, Dead Sea
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After breakfast, you will cross the Allenby Bridge border and head to Jericho, known as the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, to visit biblical New Testament sights such as Zacchaeus’ Sycamore Tree, the Mount of Temptation and Qasr al Yahud, the traditional site where John the Baptist baptised Jesus of Narareth.
Travel north through the Jordan Valley into the city of Tiberias on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, where you’ll find many important Jewish and Christian pilgrimage sites. Next, immerse yourself in ancient Nazareth with its blend of rich history, fascinating archaeology, modern culture and Middle Eastern charm.
Today is approximately a 150 km day.
Please note: a Jordan departure tax is payable at the border of $15 USD per person.
Overnight: Legacy Hotel or similar, Nazareth
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Start your day visiting the Banias Waterfall, Banyas is the most powerful waterfall in Israel, it falls 10 meters with enormous force and noise into a beautiful pool surrounded by vegetation. The Banias Waterfall provides one of Israel’s most beautifully tranquil spots. Set within the Bania Nature Reserve in the Golan, the Banias is a spring that rises from the base of Mount Hermon, Israel’s tallest mountain, flowing for about 3.5km through a gorge, eventually coming to the impressive waterfall, the largest in Israel. After visiting the churches around the lake, return back to Nazareth and enjoy dinner this evening at the hotel.
Overnight: Legacy Hotel or similar, Nazareth
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Begin your day at Nazareth’s Church of the Annunciation, a church built over the house and workshop of St. Joseph, before exploring the old streets of Nazareth and enjoying tasty traditional sweets such as Baqlawah and Knafah. Afterwards drive to Cana on pilgrimage to the Church of the First Miracle, commemorating Jesus’s first miracle according to St John of the transformation of water into wine at the Wedding at Cana.
In the afternoon you’ll continue to Haifa, a tiered port city extending from the Mediterranean up the north slope of Mount Carmel. Visit Mount Carmel’s Stella Maris Monastery said to contain the Cave of Elijah, a grotto associated with the Biblical prophet Elijah. From the top of Mount Carmel enjoy panoramic views across the Mediterranean and the stunning terraced gardens of the Baha'i World Centre. Continue along the coastal highway, and make a brief stop at the ancient Caesarea Aqueduct, built by King Herod and extended by Roman emperor Hadrian to transport fresh water for over 1200 years to the town of Caesarea. Continue on to Jerusalem for the night.
Today is approximately a 200 km day.
Overnight: Hotel Ritz or similar, Jerusalem
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After breakfast, your journey begins with a visit to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, marking the birthplace of Jesus and the nearby Milk Grotto, a shrine hollowed out of soft white chalk and frequented by new mothers and hopeful women trying to conceive. In the afternoon, drive back to Jerusalem, and explore the beautiful Old City's historic centre. The Old City of Jerusalem is one of the most special places on Earth! It is home to the Western Wall, this is the last remaining wall of what was once the Jewish Temple.
Overnight: Hotel Ritz or similar, Jerusalem
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Today head to Jaffa and the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv, one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Titled the ‘Mediterranean Capital of Cool’ by the New York Times, this is a 24-hour city with a unique pulse, combining sandy Mediterranean beaches with world-class nightlife, a buzzing cultural scene, incredible food, UNESCO-recognised architecture, and an international outlook. Start the day by exploring the narrow streets of Old Jaffa and visit the Church of St. Peter. Continue to the Neve Tzedek neighbourhood and visit the Carmel Market to continue exploring this vibrant city by visiting its prominent museums, the White City and its Bauhaus-style buildings, and mixing with its young and diverse population.
Overnight: Ruth Daniel Residence Hotel or similar, Tel Aviv
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand).
Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight
Please note: Some flights may arrive in Australia +1 day later.
Important Info
After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.
Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.
On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.
Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19 related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TripADeal website.
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.
We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated).
This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 29th October 2024.
This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies.
12 Day Package: $960
17 Day Package: $1760
Please note: accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
Departure Dates
2024
May: 7, ^21
September: 3
October: 8, 29
Please note: see checkout for live dates and availability.
Surcharges
Please note:
• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $350 per person.
• Dates/months with a ^ incur a high season surcharge of $400 per person.
Departure Cities
Sydney, Perth, *Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide or *Auckland
Departure City Surcharges
Melbourne: $100 per person
Brisbane or Auckland: $300 per person
Adelaide: $500 per person
International Full-Service Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Airlines: Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qantas, Qatar, Singapore Airlines, Etihad, Oman Air, Royal Brunei, Malaysia Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Egypt Air, Thai Airways, Air New Zealand, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, El Al and airline partners (subject to availability).
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation.
Missed Flights
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you will miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements.
Guaranteed Airline surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Emirates: $500 per person
• Qatar: $500 per person
Please note:
• Guaranteed airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Guaranteed airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners.
Arrive Early Options
Amman, Jordan: $300 per person, subject to availability
High season dates range up to $800 per person, subject to availability
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $800 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
1st December 2023 - 9th February 2024
18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024
1st June 2024 - 14th August 2024
23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024
6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025
Stay Behind Options
Amman, Jordan (12 Day Package ONLY): $300 per person, subject to availability.
Tel Aviv, Israel (17 Day Package ONLY): $300 per person, subject to availability.
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $800 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
1st December 2023 - 9th February 2024
18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024
1st June 2024 - 14th August 2024
23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024
6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025
Stopover Packages
* Doha
Twin share: $1000 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1500 one way
* Dubai
Twin share: $1000 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1500 one way
Includes:
• 2 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers
Please note:
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
• 1st December 2023 - 9th February 2024
• 18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024
• 1st June 2024 - 14th August 2024
• 23rd September 2024 - 20th October 2024
• 6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025
Flight Class Upgrades
Business or Premium Economy Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
Accommodation Used:
12 Day Package:
4 Star Properties (Self-rated)
• Amman, Jordan: Grand Palace Hotel
• Petra, Jordan: Petra Moon Hotel
• Wadi Rum, Jordan: Rum Oasis Camp (with private bathroom facilities & electricity)
• Sweimah, Jordan: Dead Sea Spa Resort
17 Day Package with Israel
3-4 Star Properties (Self-rated)
All of the above accommodation plus the following:
• Nazareth, Israel: Legacy Hotel or Golden Crown City Hotel
• Jerusalem, Israel: Ritz Hotel
• Tel Aviv, Israel: Ruth Daniel Residence Hotel
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
Extra Nights
Not available at check-out.
Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour.
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for Children 10 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
Triple Share
Not available
Bedding Configuration
Twin or Double bedding (subject to availability).
Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 36 per vehicle.
Optional Tours/Activities
• Day 7: Petra by night experience: $55 AUD per person
• Day 8: Henna Day with Bedouin ladies including lunch: $75 AUD per person
• Day 8: Star gazing desert experience (1-hour 4WD night drive with a stop in the silence of the desert): $45 AUD per person
Please note:
• Prices are based per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions.
• The optional tours listed above must be purchased on checkout or over the phone before submitting your passenger information form (subject to availability).
• Some tours require minimum numbers to operate.
• Visa fees and requirements
• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Optional gratuities/tipping
• Optional activities/tours
• Personal expenses
• Jordan departure tax (17 Day Package: Day 11): $15 USD per person payable on the spot
• Travel insurance
TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER
Tour Guide:
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group.
Tour Leader:
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined.
Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured.
CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Jordan & Israel:
For ideal sightseeing conditions, the best time to visit Jordan and Israel is during the spring (March - May) and autumn (September to November) months. At these times of the year the temperatures are cool enough to spend your days exploring Jordan and Israel's iconic sites.
FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:
We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.
Passport Validity:
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.
COACH TOUR
Meals:
For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.
Luggage:
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.
OTHER
Mobility:
If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.
Fitness Level Required:
A Leisurely level of fitness will be required.
Leisurely is described as light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility.
Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.
Gratuities / Tipping:
Land
Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip is $5-7 USD per person per day. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour.
Please note: tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.
Sightseeing:
Please note: If entrance to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).
Shopping:
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts.
Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.
Jordan
A tourist visa for Jordan is a strict requirement if travelling on an Australian passport and is available for purchase upon arrival.
Israel
A tourist visa for Israel is not a requirement if travelling for up to 90 days on an Australian Passport.
Important:
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.
Please note:
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.
Voluntary Changes
This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
• Changes - $100.00 per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100.00 per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
Supplier Fees
In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the Qantas Tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.
You must be a Qantas Frequent Flyer member to earn points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program terms and conditions.
To earn Qantas Points with Qantas Tours, Members will be required to provide a valid Frequent Flyer number and last name at checkout. Only the lead traveller, the primary contact for the booking, will earn 3 Qantas Points per AU$1 spent (including GST) on eligible holiday packages. Qantas Points will not be earned and cannot be redeemed on any amounts payable directly to the hotel. Conditions apply. Qantas Points will be credited to a member's account up to 8 weeks after tour completion. Qantas Points will not be earned on cancelled bookings.
In addition to the 3 Qantas Points per AU$1 spent, each Frequent Flyer member who enters their Qantas Frequent Flyer number into the booking will also earn Status Credits and Qantas Points on the flight component of the package. The amount you earn depends on your flights, the operating airline, fare class and member status. Find out how many Qantas Points you could earn on your next Qantas Tours flights with our online Points Calculator. Terms and conditions apply.
Points Plus Pay allows you to choose the number of Qantas Points you redeem above the minimum level of 4,000 and pay for the remainder of the booking value with an accepted payment method. TripADeal booking terms and conditions apply.