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Day 1

USA/Amman, Jordan:

Upon your arrival, you will be met by our friendly and courteous HLO representative who will escort the group through all airport formalities. The group will then be taken aboard a bus and transferred to your hotel. A welcome dinner awaits you and then time to relax. D

Day 2

Amman:

Start your Greco-Roman Decapolis trip with a city tour of Amman. Visit the Roman amphitheater whose vaults house two of Amman's Museums. Drive to the top of Citadel Hill to the archaeological Museum around which the ruins of the great Roman Temple of Hercules stands. The next stop is Jerash, one of the most preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world. Transport yourself two thousand years back in time. Onto "Qala'at Al Rabad". This military fortress was built by Isseddin Usarna in 1184 as a defense against the Crusaders. Return in the quiet of the evening for dinner and another night in Amman. BB, L, D

Day 3

Amman/Petra:

Today, head south passing Madaba where the earliest map of the entire region can be found in the Orthodox church of St. George. Wander through these ancient streets and watch the old blend in with the new. Mt Nebo is your second stop. On a clear day, you can see Jerusalem. Onto the famous King's Highway of yesteryear and follow the footsteps of the ancient caravans. A stop in Kerak to see the massive Crusader castle built on a craggy plateau 4,300 feet above sea level. Lunch in Kerak and then continue onto Petra. Arrive in the evening for dinner and relaxation.BB, L, D

Day 4

Petra:

An early start would do wonders for photo enthusiasts. Each and everyone will have their own words to describe the most famous city in the world. Enchanting is only one of them. Your excellent guide will take you to step by step through the narrow gorge and onto its wonders. Take a break and have lunch. Continue on for more sightseeing then back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. BB, L, D

Day 5

Petra/Wadi Rum/Amman:

After breakfast, be ready to take a turn into history and visit Wadi Rum. This area became famous after the filming of Lawrence of Arabia. Change from bus to 4-wheel drive vehicle and take a two-hour sightseeing trip in the desert. Take a break at the resthouse and continue back to Amman in time for your Gala dinner. BB, L, D

Day 6

Jordan / Next Destination:

Transfer to the Queen Alia International Airport to depart for your next destination. BB