A short stay in Aqaba and Petra at a special tariff, utilising the new twice weekly easyJet flights to Aqaba, staying in classic 5-star resorts in prime locations and visiting Petra, Little Petra, Wadi Rum and Shobak castle
Aqaba - 2 nights
Petra - 2 nights
When ancient Petra was voted one of the ‘New 7 Wonders of the World’ in 2007, visitor numbers increased significantly with a ‘peak’ in 2012, the 200-year anniversary of the re-discovery of Petra by Burckhardt. Recently visitor numbers to Jordan have increased again and easyJet have now opened a direct route from Gatwick to Aqaba for a limited winter season when temperatures are best for sightseeing. Indeed it is so popular that an additional service each week has been added, allowing for a shorter visit, so early booking is recommended!
Stay on Jordan’s coastal city of Aqaba before venturing to the famous archaeological site of Petra and the dramatic natural beauty of Wadi Rum, used for the filming of 'Lawrence of Arabia' and most recently ‘Aladdin’.
Cultural & Natural Wonders
Jules Verne Sightseeing
2 UNESCO Heritage Sites
Group Size: 6 - 35
Day 1 Fly from Gatwick direct to Aqaba. Transfer to the 5-star Mövenpick Aqaba Resort for a two-night stay.
Day 2 A day to relax or explore Aqaba or take the optional ‘Yellow Submarine’ (£30), a semi-submersible viewing the Red Sea marine splendours and coral reserve. Sunset cocktail and cruise. (B)
Day 3 Visit the Crusader castle of Shobak. See the remains of its enclosing wall, archways, arrow slits, Crusader chapel and the ancient well shaft. Continue to Little Petra for a visit. Two nights at the 5-star Mövenpick Petra. Optional Petra by Candlelight to the Siq and Treasury (£20). (B)
Day 4 Morning guided visit of Petra (4 hrs of walking) and afternoon free to explore independently (perhaps climb up to the Monastery, el-Deir). (B)
Day 5 Travel to Wadi Rum and enjoy a 4x4 drive. View the ‘Seven Pillars of Wisdom’ and lunch at a Bedouin Camp. Return to Aqaba for your return flight to London Gatwick. (B, L)
Notes
Petra visit involves several hours of walking.
Optional excursions subject to minimum numbers.
For safety reasons 4x4 drives would have to be done whilst sitting inside the vehicle.
A central 5-star resort hotel. Private beach, outdoor pools (one heated), jacuzzi and gym. Restaurants, bars, café, bakery shop and WiFi (free). 235 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.
In a perfect location at the entrance to the site, a 5-star hotel with oriental architecture and intricate interior design, authentic antiques and artworks. Restaurants, bars, library, gym, pool, WiFi (free) and 183 rooms with air-conditioning, private facilities, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.
Aqaba Extension
Stay 3 extra nights at the 5-star Mövenpick Aqaba. Jordan’s Red Sea coastline offers sandy beaches, coral reef, seafront cafés and fish restaurants as well as snorkeling, scuba diving and glass-bottom boating.
Day 1 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 2 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 3 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 4 Return flight to London Gatwick. (B)
A central 5-star resort hotel. Private beach, outdoor pools (one heated), jacuzzi and gym. Restaurants, bars, café, bakery shop and WiFi (free). 235 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.
2020
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
easyJet from Gatwick
| November 17 | £1195 |
| December 1 | £1095 |
| December 8 | £1045 |
| December 15 | £1045 |
| December 22 | £1295 |
| December 29 | £1395 |
2021
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
easyJet from Gatwick
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
easyJet from Gatwick
Tuesdays
per person in a twin/double room
easyJet from Gatwick
Supplements per person
Single Supplement
Single supplement £195
(2020 17 Nov £295; 29 Dec £295)
(2021 Feb - Mar £295)
Optional Excursions
Yellow Submarine £30
Petra by Candlelight £20
Extension Options
Extension - Aqaba
3 nights £215 (15, 22 & 29 Dec & Mar 2021 £295)
Single supplement £150 (15, 22 & 29 Dec & Mar 2021 £215)
Not available on the 23 March 2021
Independent Arrival
Save £250
Arrival transfer add £39
Departure transfer included with group
Price Includes
Air travel and taxes, visa procurement+ (British passport holders – excludes independent arrival or returning on a different date), transfers, 4 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily and 1 lunch, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Not Included
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
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