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Day 4: Hama – Aleppo Travel from Hama through fine pastureland and small encampments of the Bedouin Arabs to see the Acropolis of Apamea – commandingly positioned in the Valley of Orontes, an area populated since Hittite times. A former military base for the fascinating Seleucid Kings, it was rebuilt during Roman inhabitance providing an enticing visual spectacle with a monumental history. Continue to the ancient city of Ebla, one of the most important archaeological discoveries in Syria. You will also have the opportunity to view the Monastery of St Symeon, the jewel of the Syrian Greek Orthodox Church. Arrive in Aleppo and stay 2 nights at the Belt Marrash. (B)
Day 5: Aleppo Enjoy sightseeing through one of Syria’s great trading cities, a bustling enclave of covered souks and khans which has thrived since the 3rd Century BC and is dominated by its magnificent citadel with its Mosque of Abraham and the ornate elegance of the Umayyad Mosque. (B)
Day 6: Aleppo – Palmyra Transfer from Aleppo to Palmyra and check in for 2 nights at the Zenobia Cham Palace Hotel. (B)
Day 7: Palmyra Spend the day exploring spectacular Palmyra, often described as ‘the Bride of the Desert’. Certainly one of the most impressive and well preserved of all of Arabia’s ancient cities. Wander through its magnificent ruins, such as the Temple of Bel, in the glow of early morning, enjoying the peace and tranquillity of this utterly unique setting. Also, spend time at the famous theatre and Palmyra Museum. In the evening experience life amongst a fascinating desert dwelling Bedouin family. (B)
Aleppo
Hama Palmyra
Syria
Damascus
Day 8: Palmyra – Damascus Travel by road to Damascus for the final day of your trip. Free time in the evening to relax in this exquisite city’s many restaurants or Shisha bars. Overnight at the Omayad Hotel. (B)
Jordan
Day 9: Damascus – London Depart in the morning for your return flight to Heathrow arriving midday. (B)
8-night Tour Prices from
01 Jan ’11-09 Apr 16 Apr
23 Apr-25 Jun 02 Jul-13 Aug 20 Aug-15 Oct
Breakfast Included
The prices in the panel are only meant as a guide and may change. Please refer to page 17 for more information.
Adult Tour Sgl Rm Sup 1805 1855 1805 1855 1805
22 Oct (group departure) 1505 29 Oct-10 Dec 17 Dec-24 Dec
1805 1855
31 Dec ‘11-07 Apr ‘12 1945 14 Apr
2000
285 285 285 285 285 285 285 285 310 310
Prices are in £’s per person based on 2 adults sharing and include taxes and fuel surcharge and ATOL fee of £157 per person (reductions or increases may apply at the time of booking). Prices will vary within the date band depending on the departure date. For full details of our pricing policy and booking conditions, please refer to pages 119-124.
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