Israel and Jordan Uncovered | 2025
Israel and Jordan Uncovered | 2025
Israel and Jordan Uncovered | 2025
12 Days Starting in Amman and ending in Tel Aviv
Visiting: Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerusalem, Haifa, Tel Aviv
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Tour code:
BIJUMP20
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
From the passionate bustle of Jerusalem to the rose-tinted Nabatean ruins of Petra and the sweeping beaches of the Red Sea, plus a stay in a traditional Kibbutz and a night under the stars in Wadi Rum, this is the trip that will excite your senses and transport you back to ancient times as you fall head over heels for the Middle East. Over 11 nights we’ll uncover Israel’s enigmatic energy and Jordan’s desert secrets, returning more enlightened than ever.
Itinerary
Day 1: Amman
Location: Amman
Accommodation: Rawa Hotel Suites (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Jordan! Bronze age ruins, a restored Roman theater, art galleries & a Royal Automobile Museum, Jordan's capital city is a Middle Eastern metropolis of ancient and modern and the perfect place to begin our Israel & Jordan adventures. We’ll linger here for a night and enjoy an included dinner to get to know each other.
Day 2: Amman To Petra
Location: Amman, Jerash, Petra
Accommodation: Petra Panorama Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We’ll enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning before setting off, bound for a visit and lunch stop at the Treadright-supported Iraq Al-Amir Women's Cooperative Society on our way to the ancient Greco-Roman city of Jerash and Rose City of Petra.
Here in Jerash, we’ll uncover the Greek & Roman influences on this holy land, as a tour of the city sees us peruse Corinthian columns and ancient ruins.
Arriving in Petra, our anticipation will be at an all-time high with the knowledge that tomorrow we’ll be visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site that this city is famed for.
Day 3: Petra
Location: Petra
Accommodation: Petra Panorama Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today is dedicated to uncovering the wonders of Petra - the magnificent ancient capital of the Nabatean Kingdom, where the hues of pink make us forget what era we’re in. Once we’re done taking pictures, we’ll be awed a second time as our local guide briefs us on the city’s history. Getting up close and personal with Pharaoh’s Castle, the Triumphal Arc and the Treasury, we’ll see just why this is the greatest attraction in the Middle East. After a full day of exploring, we’ll head back to our hotel for an included dinner.
Day 4: Petra To Wadi Rum
Location: Petra, Wadi Rum
Accommodation: Wadi Rum El Zawaydeh Camp (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
All that cultural discovery of the past few days has us craving some chill time, and we’ll find it in Wadi Rum. We’ll leave Petra and embark on a journey through Jordan’s largest and most stunning desert.
Silent landscapes, ancient riverbeds and pastel colors will have us glued to the windows as we hop in a 4x4 for the full desert experience. Tonight, we'll be treated to a Special Stay overnight in the desert, complete with comfortable tents and dinner under the stars.
Day 5: Wadi Rum To Amman
Location: Wadi Rum, Amman
Accommodation: Rawa Hotel Suites (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rested and in love with the desert, we're heading back to Amman today where we'll have a final night here in Jordan.
Sun-kissed and relaxed, we'll return to Amman to enjoy a locally guided walking tour (included) and a scrumptious dinner (also included). Our tour will encompass the legendary Roman Theater, Abdullah Mosque and Amman Citadel - so prepare your camera for snappin' and your socks to be knocked off!
Day 6: Amman To Jerusalem
Location: Amman, Jerusalem
Accommodation: Prima Park Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Rolling over the border to Israel, our first stop will be ancient Jerusalem.
Welcome to Israel, we've arrived in the City of Gold: Jerusalem. In this religious center of Christianity, Islam & Judaism, we'll begin with an included dinner followed by a free evening to explore.
Day 7: Jerusalem
Location: Jerusalem
Accommodation: Prima Park Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you have the option to go beyond the monuments and dig deeper into ancient life, with a free day to explore. Maybe step back in history at the Israel Museum to view the Dead Sea Scrolls and see what the city might have looked like in ancient times with the Second Temple Model. Or take up the chance to visit the ancient fortress of Masada and float in the Dead Sea on our optional day trip.
Day 8: Jerusalem
Location: Jerusalem
Accommodation: Prima Park Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
For our second day in Jerusalem we'll begin with a full day tour, uncovering secrets and culture that dates back thousands of years. We’ll discover the city's holy history and iconic sites, including the Jewish Quarter and the Arab Market, and visit Lions Gate, Dolorosa, and the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Tonight you have the chance to see the city lit up at night, with an optional light show.
Day 9: Jerusalem To Haifa
Location: Jerusalem, Haifa
Accommodation: Selina Beit Oren (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It's been incredible, but it's time to move on from Jerusalem and discover more of Israel. On our way out of Jerusalem, we'll make a visit to the sobering site of the Yad Vashem Museum and Memorial, also known as The World Holocaust Remembrance Center.
Here in Haifa we'll discover life outside of the cities on a Kibbutz, a collective community way of living, unique to Israel. We'll enjoy a traditional dinner here at the Kibbutz and experience Israeli hospitality.
Day 10: Haifa To Tel Aviv
Location: Haifa, Tel Aviv
Accommodation: Lighthouse Hotel Tel Aviv (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Waving goodbye to Kibbutz life in Haifa, today we have our sights set for Tel Aviv.
We'll meet Doris Hiffawi as part of a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience and enjoy famous Anton coffee and sweets as Doris invites us to her home in the Ajami neighborhood of Jaffa. She will share her personal story of a Christian girl growing up in a Jewish, Muslim, and Christian area. Her heartfelt story shows the complexity of the mixed population city, speaks to the Arab Christian identity in Israel, and explores the true meaning of female empowerment in the area. After all the ancient history we've absorbed on this trip, you'll have the whole afternoon and evening free to orientate yourself into the urban vibes of Tel Aviv.
Day 11: Tel Aviv
Location: Tel Aviv
Accommodation: Lighthouse Hotel Tel Aviv (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
The day is yours to explore at your own pace, and in a city inundated with beaches, parks, museums, shopping centers and cafes, we promise you won't get bored. Keep it high energy with a day full of seeing the sights and sinking your teeth into Tel Aviv’s eclectic culinary scene, or slow it down with a day spent perusing boutiques with an ice cream in hand.
Day 12: Tel Aviv
Location: Tel Aviv
Meals Included: Breakfast
It’s been one incredible adventure, but all good things must come to an end. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll say our goodbyes and swap details. We sense new adventures on the horizon!
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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