Desert Kingdoms

from USD 1269 for 14 days

Syria and Jordan are two of the Middle East’s best kept secrets. Discover this beautiful part of the world and be astonished by the friendliness and hospitality of the locals. Take tea in the bazaars of Aleppo and Damascus, follow in the footsteps of the Bedouin with a night in a desert camp, and explore the magnificent remains of some of the world’s oldest civilisations.

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Day 1 - DAMASCUS

Arrive in Damascus.

Day 2 - DAMASCUS – ALEPPO

Travel to Aleppo, an exciting town in the north of Syria and a great introduction to the region. (B)

Day 3 - ALEPPO

Free day in Aleppo. Explore the exotic atmosphere of the covered bazaars or visit the town’s imposing citadel. (B)

Day 4 - HAMA

A short drive to Hama, a lovely old town famous for its old water wheels. There is the option to visit the magnificent Crac des Chevaliers crusader fortress. (B)

Day 5 - PALMYRA

A drive through the desert brings us to the breathtaking ancient city of Palmyra. (B)

Day 6 - PALMYRA

Guided tour of these marvellous Roman ruins. (B)

Day 7 - DAMASCUS

Drive to Damascus. Free afternoon. (B)

Day 8 - DAMASCUS

Free day to explore this wonderful city. (B)

Day 9 - DAMASCUS - AMMAN

Transfer to Amman by service taxis. (B)

Day 10 - AMMAN

Morning walking tour of Amman, including the amphitheatre, the citadel and the old souk (bazaar). (B)

Day 11 - AMMAN - PETRA

Morning option to visit the Dead Sea, afternoon transfer to Wadi Musa, beside the
hidden city of Petra. (BD)

Day 12 - PETRA - WADI RUM

A whole day to explore the magnificent site of Petra with a guide. Late in the afternoon we travel to the spectacular desert area of Wadi Rum where we spend
the night in a Bedouin-style camp. (BD)

Day 13 - CAMEL TREK – AQABA

We join the Bedouin people of Wadi Rum for a short camel trek into the desert. Later we travel to the picturesque Red Sea port of Aqaba. Overnight in Aqaba. (B)

Day 14 - AQABA

Tour ends. (B)

Itinerary Notes

Note: Our tour ends in Aqaba to allow you maximum flexibility. Spend a few more days in Aqaba relaxing on the beach or continue by hydrofoil or ferry to Egypt. Amman is a 4-5 hour bus journey from Aqaba and tickets can be bought locally for approx US$10. Your Tour Leader will be able advise you on these different options.