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Jordan & Israel Experience

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 Trip Length
16 Days
 Trip Starts
Amman
 Trip Finishes
Tel Aviv
16 Day Jordan & Israel Experience Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Jordan, Israel
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4.5 - 5 Star
Max. Group Size
36
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
MEJI-1

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 16 Day Jordan & Israel Experience. Combine the religious wonders of Israel with the desert landscapes and Roman relics of Jordan for a wonderfully enlightening escapade. In Jordan, give in to the ethereal beauty of Wadi Rum as you gaze at astonishingly clear night skies from Martian tents. Gape in wonder at the towering Treasury of Petra and float in the hypersaline waters of the Dead Sea. In Israel, immerse yourself into the sanctity of the Holy City of Jerusalem as you walk the land trodden by enlightened souls and experience the wonderful contrast...read more of Israel in bustling Tel Aviv with its glistening beaches and glorious skyline.

Itinerary

Arrive into Amman Jordan and transfer to the Dead Sea where your journey into wonder begins. Enjoy a two night Special Stay at your resort on the shores of the Dead Sea. Relax and enjoy sweeping views over the Dead Sea and across to Israel from your balcony. Join your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a welcome dinner and toast the beginning of a wonderful journey. Sundowners Enjoy drinks and canapés as the sun sets over the magnificent Dead Sea. (D)

Enjoy the facilities of your resort including direct access to the sea. Spoil yourself and allow the staff to lather you in therapeutic mud, or float in the hypersaline waters of the Dead Sea, while reading a book or newspaper. (B)

View the memorial to Moses at Mount Nebo then visit Madaba, discover the famous mosaic map of the Holy Land and the Madaba Institute for Mosaic Art and Restoration. Travel in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia as you discover the dramatic desert landscapes of Wadi Rum where you will feel like you have stepped onto the moon during your Special Stay in the luxurious Bubble tents of the Wadi Rum UFO Luxotel. Sundowners Witness the dramatic colours of the desert at sunset over a refreshing drink. (B/L/D)

Explore Lawrence Road and marvel at the vistas of ancient valleys and towering weathered sandstone mountains rising out of the pink and white sands, before lunch at a Bedouin Camp. Continue to the Rose Red City of Petra for your two night stay. Later this evening, an unforgettable sight awaits as you visit the Treasury and chasms lit by candlelight (subject to seasonal operation). (B/L)

Discover this magnificent World Heritage-listed city, the legacy of the Nabataeans who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. The impressive eastern entrance leads through a brilliantly coloured narrow gorge to the imposing Treasury, more than 40 metres high. Designed to impress, the rock-cut facade will take your breath away. (B/D)

Travel to the capital of the Kingdom of Jordan, Amman, where you’ll enjoy a two night stay. Join your Tour Director for a walk through the food and produce markets and stop to taste some traditional Jordanian sweets. Freechoice: This afternoon, choose from a tour of Citadel Hill & the Roman Theatre or visit the Royal Automobile Museum and its vast collection. Alternatively, experience Jordan’s wine heritage with a wine and food tasting in the Abdali walking district. Enrich: Tonight, enjoy a truly local encounter and be welcomed into a traditional Jordanian home for a home-hosted dinner experience. Learn about the Jordanian culture first-hand and experience the genuine warmth and hospitality your host bestows on you. (B/D)

Travel to Bethany Beyond the Jordan, see where Jesus was baptised. Then explore the ruins at the Roman city of Jerash. Later this evening, join your Tour Director for your farewell dinner. (B/L/D)

Fly to Tel Aviv. Enjoy your two night Special Stay. (B)

Bathed in Mediterranean sunshine, hummus-infused aromas, and Bauhaus-era buildings, Tel Aviv is a vibrant metropolis that is quick to charm. Take an enlightening tour with an expert art-historian guide who will bowl you over with tales about the 4,000-year-old port city of Jaffa and explore the archaeological ruins and winding alleyways. Browse through the curios of the street markets and be enthralled by World Heritage-listed Bauhaus buildings of the White City quarter, then visit scenic Tel Aviv port. Enrich: Spend the afternoon at a local families home in the Ajami neighbourhood of Jaffa. Taste traditional Arabic coffee and delicacies whilst you hear personal stories of the joys and complexities of growing up in a city which has strong connections to numerous religious faiths. Sundowners This evening enjoy beverages and dinner at Alma Beach, Tel Aviv’s coolest stretch of sand. (B/D)

Discover the intriguing history of Israel’s mountainous region as you drive to Caesarea, the Roman capital of Judea. You will have the chance to view the archaeological discoveries of the Crusader city and the Roman port, including a restored amphitheatre and aqueduct. Later, proceed to your hotel for the next two nights. This evening enjoy seasonal local ingredients in dishes that pay homage to the Christian-Arab cuisine of the region at Magdalena. (B/D)

Your first look at the scenic region of Galilee will be on a tranquil boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Continue to the biblical village of Capernaum, and then proceed to the place of the miracle of multiplication of the loaves and fishes, Tabgha. On Galilee’s north-western shores, visit the Mount of Beatitudes. Continue to Kibbutz Ein Gev and learn about the unique kibbutz community. Return to your hotel, stopping en route at a local winery for a tour and wine tasting. (B/D)

Travel to Nazareth where Jesus spent his childhood and visit the Basilica of the Annunciation. Ascend the Judean Mountains to Jerusalem, and your home for the next four nights. (B)

A Holy City for three of the world’s great religions – Judaism, Christianity and Islam – Jerusalem occupies a unique place in humanity. Stand before the Western Wall, famously called the ‘Wailing Wall’, and soak in the aura of the holiest of Jerusalem’s Jewish sites. Continue along the winding streets of the Jewish Quarter to visit the historic Hurva Synagogue.

Freechoice: Explore the colourful Mahane Yehuda Market and engage with friendly vendors, and mingle with the city’s rich mosaic of residents as our guide shares insight into Israel’s modern food scene and enduring traditions. Alternatively, discover the stories and survivor testimonies at Yad Vashem – the Holocaust Memorial – with a specialist historian, or enjoy wine tasting at Flam Winery with artisanal cheese and breads. Enrich: This evening, enjoy an unforgettable gourmet experience of a traditional Jewish dinner at an elegant home of American immigrants to Israel. (B/D)

Today, explore 5000 years of cultural treasures at the Israel Museum Jerusalem with an experienced historian, including the Billy Rose Art Garden designed by the Japanese-American sculptor Isamu Noguchi. Afternoon at leisure to explore the holy city steeped in history and full of secrets to discover at your own pace. (B)

Enrich: Get a holistic perspective on the past, present and future of Jerusalem through a unique dual narrative experience with your two tour guides – one Jewish Israeli and one Palestinian. Witness the revered sites of the Old City through their eyes, consider recent tensions, and ponder the city’s future. This afternoon, we travel to Bethlehem. Immerse yourself into the history and spirituality as you explore the site of Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity, and the monasteries of the Shepherd’s Fields.

Enrich: Visit Bethlehem University and meet faculty members and students. The University community provides an opportunity for Palestinian students to acquire the knowledge, skills, and values they will need to live a full life, despite the situation in which they find themselves. This evening, experience the uplifting songs that distinguish the Jewish faith and Israeli culture at a Yiddish Klezmer club. Savour local tapas as the band provides a spirited soundtrack. (B)

Bid farewell to Jerusalem as you transfer to Ben Gurion airport, Tel Aviv for your onward flight home. Please book your flight to depart out of Tel Aviv after 05:00 PM. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)

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Egypt, Jordan & Israel

Scenic Egypt, Jordan & Israel (2023-24)

Join Scenic for a remarkable journey of discovery in 5-star luxury. Follow the footsteps of the valiant explorers, mighty pharaohs and biblical prophets of the two historic countries of Egypt and Jordan. Explore colourful hieroglyphics, 4,500-year-old pyramids and cruise on the majestic River Nile. Stand in awe before the staggering ancient and natural...more wonders of the Kingdom of Jordan.

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