A Journey through Jordan & Syria(Trip #59925)

Tour Overview

Jordan and Syria are two countries that have much in common. Their strategic location ensured that all the great early civilizations passed through the region. These influences can be seen in the magnificent sights of Petra, Jerash, Bosra, Palmyra and Crac des Chevalier. Those more interested in the present will enjoy exploring the souqs of Damascus and Aleppo.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1, AMMAN
Arrive in Amman and check in to your hotel. No meals.

Day 2, AMMAN - DESERT CASTLES
We visit the desert castles east of Amman. On our return we visit Amman’s great Roman theatre. (BD)

Day 3, AMMAN - AQABA
Drive to Aqaba on the Red Sea coast. Free afternoon. (BD)

Day 4, AQABA - WADI RUM - PETRA
This morning there is the chance to go snorkelling in the Red Sea. In the afternoon we visit the deserts of Wadi Rum and enjoy a jeep safari through some of the most spectacular areas. Afterwards we continue to the hidden city of Petra. (BD)

Day 5, PETRA
A full day to explore this magnificent site. (BD)

Day 6, KERAK - MADABA - MT NEBO - DEAD SEA- AMMAN
Crusader castles, ancient mosaics, panoramic views and a visit to the famous Dead Sea. A busy day ends in Amman. (BD

Day 7, JERASH - DAMASCUS
Visit the well preserved Roman site of Jerash. Later continue into Syria and visit Bosra en route to Damascus. (B)

Day 8, ALEPPO
Travel north to Aleppo. The remainder of the day is free in Aleppo. (BD)

Day 9, ALEPPO
Visit Aleppo Museum, the Citadel and St Simeon's Monastery. (BD)

Day 10, UGARIT - SALAH AD DIN - LATAKIA
We visit the magnificent castle of Salah ad Din & remains of Ugarit and spend the night in the coastal town of Latakia. (BD)

Day 11, CRAC - HOMS - PALMYRA
Travel via the imposing hilltop crusader fortress of Crac des Chevaliers and Homs to the desert city of Palmyra. (B)

Day 12, PALMYRA
Palmyra is one of the world's great historical sites and dates back to the 2nd century. We have a half day guided tour of this breathtaking ancient city. In the afternoon join our guide for a hike to the hilltop fortress of ‘Queen Zenobia’. (B)

Day 13, DAMASCUS
A morning drive brings us to Damascus. Afternoon visit to the splendid Omayyad Mosque. (B)

Day 14, DAMASCUS
Visit the National Museum. Remainder of the day is free to explore Damascus. (B)

Day 15, DAMASCUS
Tour ends. (B)

Notes
START YOUR TRIP IN CAIRO: This trip can also commence in Cairo. Day 1, 2 & 3 are spent in Cairo, The Sinai and Aqaba. Day 4 onwards as per published itinerary. Please see the trip dossier for more information.