Jordan & Syria
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Day 5: Wadi Rum Desert – Bedouin lunch – the Dead Sea Head for the magnificent Wadi Rum desert! A thrilling jeep ride will take you deep in to the heart of some of the most spectacular and serene landscapes known to man. Depart the desert in search of yet another legendary Jordanian area, the Dead Sea. Stay 2 nights at the Dead Sea Spa Hotel. (B)
Day 6: The Dead Sea Today is at leisure to explore the Dead Sea or relax and recuperate. (B)
Day 7: Syria – Bosra – Damascus Say goodbye to Jordan as today you’re crossing the border and heading north to Syria and the fabled Damascus. As you cross the vast expanse of flat plateau you’ll begin to realise the significance that such land once had on the all conquering Roman army. Continue north to the archaeological site of Bosra which was the first Nabatean city in the 2nd Century BC. Onwards to Damascus and your hotel, the Omayad, which will serve as your home for the next 2 nights. (B)
Day 8: Damascus For a long time Damascus has prospered as Syria’s capital city and the wealth that has accumulated through the ages is still in evidence to this day. Known as a cultural, political and religious hub there are plenty of sites of interest that will leave you enthralled and historically enriched including: the Azem Palace, the National Museum, the Great Mosque and the Tomb of Saladin. (B)
Day 9: Maaloula hillside village – Palmyra Continue your journey north through the agricultural lands of Hauran until you reach the hillside village of Maaloula. The history and proud nature of Maaloula’s people is prevalent throughout the community and the haphazard mountain dwellings create a picture of remarkable charm and beauty. Next stop will be the equally charming Zenobia Cham Palace Hotel in Palmyra where you’ll be staying for the next 2 nights. (B)
Day 10: Palmyra Visit the amazing city of Palmyra. An early start is recommended to make the most of the sun rising over the former oasis city that was once used by travellers crossing the Syrian Desert. The ruined buildings and columns rise up from the sandy plateau and cast elongated shadows to provide a respite from the midday heat. Temples and monuments, containing limestone slabs and human busts, create a peaceful atmosphere which you can ponder over as you return to the hotel. (B)
Day 11: Damascus Your penultimate day will see you reacquainted with an old friend as you return to Damascus and the Omayad Hotel. (B)
Day 12: Damascus – London Depart Damascus on a bmi flight to London Heathrow.
Syria Palmyra Damascus
Dead Sea
Kerak Bosra Amman
Dead Sea Jordan
Mount Nebo
Petra Wadi Rum 11-night Tour Prices from
01 Jan '11-08 Jan 15 Jan-12 Feb 19 Feb-26 Mar 02 Apr-09 Apr 16 Apr 23 Apr
30 Apr-04 Jun 11 Jun
18 Jun-25 Jun 02 Jul-09 Jul 16 Jul-13 Aug 20 Aug-10 Dec 17 Dec-24 Dec 31 Dec
07 Jan '12
14 Jan-11 Feb 18 Feb-21 Apr
Mixed Board
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 2370 2295 2370 2405 2435 2405 2370 2305 2295 2325 2355 2370 2435 2495 2625 2555 2625
425 395 425 425 425 425 425 395 395 395 395 425 425 440 455 435 455
Prices are in £’s per person based on 2 adults sharing and include taxes and fuel surcharge and ATOL fee of £191 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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