8 Days Israel & Jordan City Break

Highlights
Itinerary

ISRAEL & JORDAN CITY BREAK
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

TOUR INCLUDES:

1 night in Tel Aviv, Israel.
3 nights in Jerusalem, Israel.
2 nights in Amman, Jordan.
1 night in Petra, Jordan.
Airport arrival transfer from Ben Gurion International Airport.
Departure transfer to Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or Ben Gurion Airport as arranged.
Transportation by air-conditioned tourist coach throughout the tour.
Professional English-speaking tour guide.
Sightseeing tours and visits as outlined in the itinerary.
Cable car ride to and from Masada.
Wadi Rum desert excursion in open Bedouin trucks.
Visits to Jerash, Mount Nebo, Petra, Madaba, and other scheduled attractions.
Daily breakfast at hotels.

ISRAEL & JORDAN CITY BREAK
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

DAY 1. ARRIVAL IN TEL AVIV – BEN GURION AIRPORT
Upon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure in Tel Aviv.

DAY 2. MASADA – DEAD SEA – JERUSALEM
Meet your tour guide in the morning and depart Tel Aviv for Masada, one of Israel’s most important archaeological sites. Ascend by cable car to explore this extraordinary desert fortress, the last stronghold of Jewish resistance against the Romans. Discover the archaeological excavations, Herod’s palaces, ancient synagogue, bathhouse, and water cisterns while enjoying breathtaking views of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea. Descend to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. Experience its famous mineral-rich black mud and enjoy the unique sensation of floating in its salty waters. Continue past the beautiful oasis of Ein Gedi and travel through the Judean Desert toward Jerusalem.

DAY 3. JERUSALEM – YAD VASHEM – EIN KAREM – BETHLEHEM
Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial dedicated to preserving the memory of the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Continue to Ein Karem, a picturesque village traditionally recognized as the birthplace of John the Baptist. Proceed to Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. Visit the Church of the Nativity and explore Manger Square, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage destinations. Conclude the day at the Israel Museum, visiting the Shrine of the Book, home to the famous Dead Sea Scrolls, and the impressive model of Jerusalem as it appeared during the Second Temple period.

DAY 4. JERUSALEM – OLD CITY – MOUNT ZION – MOUNT OF OLIVES
Discover the historic Old City of Jerusalem, beginning with the Western Wall and the Temple Mount, traditionally associated with the site of the Second Jewish Temple. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, following the traditional route of Jesus’ final journey to Calvary. Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, traditionally recognized as the site of Jesus’ crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. Continue to Mount Zion to visit the traditional Tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, traditionally associated with Jesus’ final prayers and arrest. Conclude the day at Mahane Yehuda Market, Jerusalem’s largest open-air market, where you can experience the local flavors, aromas, colors, and vibrant atmosphere of Israeli culture.

DAY 5. SHEIKH HUSSEIN BRIDGE – JERASH – AMMAN
Depart Jerusalem and travel to the Sheikh Hussein border crossing. Complete the necessary border procedures to enter Jordan. Continue to Jerash, one of the best-preserved ancient Roman cities in the world. Explore its magnificent colonnaded streets, ancient baths, hilltop temples, Oval Plaza, theaters, and historic monuments, offering a fascinating glimpse into Roman civilization. Proceed to Amman, the capital of Jordan, for a panoramic city tour featuring ancient Roman ruins, modern landmarks, and the vibrant atmosphere of the city.

DAY 6. AMMAN – MOUNT NEBO – PETRA
After breakfast, depart Amman and travel to Mount Nebo, the biblical site where Moses is traditionally believed to have viewed the Promised Land. Enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Jordan Valley, Jericho, and the Dead Sea. Continue south along the Desert Highway toward Wadi Musa, the modern village of Petra. Explore Petra, the legendary red-rock city and ancient capital of the Nabateans, dating from the 3rd century B.C. to the 2nd century A.D. Walk or enjoy an optional horseback ride toward the famous Siq, a narrow canyon leading into the ancient city. Discover Petra’s remarkable carved monuments, including the Treasury (Al Khazneh), royal tombs, obelisks, and the High Place of Sacrifice, offering spectacular views of the ancient city. Return to Wadi Musa.

DAY 7. WADI RUM – MADABA – AMMAN
After breakfast, depart for Wadi Rum, a spectacular desert landscape famous for its towering mountains, dramatic rock formations, and breathtaking scenery, made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy an exciting open Bedouin truck excursion through the desert, visiting Lawrence’s Spring and the fascinating Khazali Canyon. Continue north to Madaba, famous for its ancient Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land and Jerusalem. Visit the remains of the Byzantine church and admire its remarkable ancient mosaic floor, one of the region’s most treasured historical discoveries. Proceed to Amman.

DAY 8. AMMAN – JORDAN BORDER – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, depart the hotel and travel toward the Jordan River border crossing. Complete the necessary border procedures to exit Jordan and cross back into Israel. Continue transportation to Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or Ben Gurion International Airport for your departure flight, according to your travel arrangements. END OF TOUR.