Although Syria has the highest number of ancient Greek sites, Jordan also has its share of great Hellenistic monuments.
At the time of the Crusades, many older Hellenistic structures we converted into Arabian castles. Therefore, sites such as Antioch (Jerash), Petra, Gadara, Pella, Dion, Philadelphia (Amman), Ippos and others, are of great interest to visitors from Greece.
It is obvious why Jordan is such an interesting country, even though its is widely unknown in Greece, considering that apart from the Hellenistic sites, the country also possesses many Byzantine monuments, including a complete Byzantine city, countless shrines with exquisite mosaics, areas that are referred to in the Holy Scriptures. Furthermore, there are 300,000 people of Greek-Orthodox faith in Jordan (Rum Orthodox), who feel a kinship to Greeks.
Wonderful sites are never-ending in Jordan. Visitors can visit the Dead Sea, the lowest point of Earth (400 m below the sea's surface). In the nearby Qumran Caves, the Dead Sea Scrolls and the coins of Herod the Great were found.
Jordan also has very exotic features that are exciting to all visitors, such as the purplish rocks in Petra and the desert, the Bedouin and their camels, the caravans, the desert police and their beautiful thoroughbred horses, the Beau Geste station, where the famous movie was filmed and the Azrak Fortress, where the filming of "Lawrence of Arabia" began.
JORDAN - DUBAI / 8 DAYS
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Amman - Jerash – Kan Zaman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman – Madaba - Nebo - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo-where according to tradition, Moses is buried-to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River. Departure for Petra, where we settle in our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Petra - Wadi Rum - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps). In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. We then depart for Amman. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman – Dubai
Transfer to the airport and flight to Dubai. Arrival and meeting with local representatives. Transfer to the hotel, free time. Overnight stay.
Dubai – Tour of the City with Meal & Coffee
After breakfast we set off on our tour of the city. We will pass past the Sheik’s Zayed palace and then we depart for the Creek for panoramic photos. Then we will pass through the Old Town (Bastakia) to visit the Dubai Folk Museum and then we will take the “ambras” (floating tais) to sail across Bur Dubai to Deira (centre), where we will visit the spices market and the Jewellery stores. Meal at a local hotel. We go on with our tour in Jumeirah where we will see the Palm (an island at the shape of a palm tree). We will pass past the new extraordinary Atlantis hotel and we will visit the aquarium at the Atlantis shopping centre. We will walk down Jumeirah street and take some photos of the Burj Al Arab hotel from the Jumeirah seaside. A trip at the Madinat Jumeirah canals will amaze you. After a coffe or tea break we return to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Dubai - Desert Safari with 4X4 Jeeps - Dinner
Free time in the morning for shopping and strolling. In early afternoon, we depart for the desert with the amazing sand dunes. You will be delighted with the safari with 4x4 jeeps. Afterwards, we will enjoy a barbeque dinner in Bedouin tents, accompanied by Arabic music and belly dancing, underneath the starry sky. Return to our hotel at night. Overnight stay.
Dubai – Amman – Athens
After breakfast we are transferred to the airport and fly to Athens via Amman.
This program is indicative and the sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned. A final schedule is available 3 days before departure.
INCLUDED:
4 overnight stays in Jordan in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
3 overnight stays in Dubai with breakfast
Traditional dinner in Kan Zaman
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Daily tour of Dubai city with meal at local hotel & Madinat Jumeirah canal tour over coffee
Desert Safari and dinner in Bedouin Tents
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator for groups of more than 16 persons
All transfers
Visa for Jordan when the group is larger than 12 persons
Public liability insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares (Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Visa for Jordan when the group is smaller than 12 persons
Drinks during meals
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
Extra travel insurance package
JORDAN - 5 DAY TOUR
Departures: Every Wednesday & Sunday
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman - Madaba - Nebo - Wadi Rum - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo - where according to tradition, Moses is buried - to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. Immediately afterwards, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Petra. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Petra - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. Return to our hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Athens
Transfer to airport for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
4 overnight stays in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Traditional dinner at Kan Zaman
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
6-DAY TOUR OF JORDAN
Departures: Every Friday
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay
Amman - Madaba - Nebo - Wadi Rum - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo - where according to tradition, Moses is buried - to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. Immediately afterwards, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Petra. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Petra - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. Return to our hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Petra - Pella - Um Qais - Dead Sea
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of Pella. Then, we set off for Um Qais (Ancient Gadara), from where we will admire the Golan Heights.
Transfer to the Dead Sea for a 2-hour stop to rest and have dinner. Return to our hotel in Amman for overnight stay.
Amman - Athens
Transfer to airport for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
5 overnight stays in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Traditional dinner at Kan Zaman
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
DUBAI - ABU DHABI - JORDAN / 8 DAYS
Athens - Dubai
Assembly at the airport and flight to Dubai. Arrival and meeting with local representatives. Transfer to the hotel, where you will have time to settle in. Overnight stay.
Dubai - Tour of the City with meal
Breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards, we begin our tour of the city of Dubai, starting off with a visit to the Jumeirah Mosque, a splendid masterpiece of Arabian architecture. We continue with a visit to the World Trade Center and the Bastakia quarter, which is the oldest part of the city. Next, we pass through the commercial centers of Karama and Bur Juman, and then visit the Museum of Dubai that is housed in the Al Fahidi Fort. Lastly, we travel by floating taxi to Deira: the market with spices, fragrances and souks with their jewelry shops, known throughout the world as the ‘gold market’. Meal at a local restaurant. Transfer to the hotel. Free time in the evening. Overnight stay.
Dubai - Abu Dhabi with meal
After breakfast, we set off on our day excursion to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the Arab Emirates. The city is built on an island and its name means "the father of the Gazelle'. On our way, we pass through the commercial zone and Jebel Ali, the largest manmade lake in the world. After our lunch in a traditional restaurant, we will take a walk on the seafront avenue, with its skyscrapers, villas, gardens and beautiful fountains. All these features make it obvious why Abu Dhabi is called "the Manhattan of the Gulf". Meal at a local restaurant. Return to our hotel in Dubai in the early evening. Overnight stay.
Dubai - Desert Safari with 4x4s - Meal
Free leisure time in the morning for strolls and shopping. After the afternoon, we depart for the desert and begin our safari with 4x4 jeeps. Afterwards, we will enjoy a barbeque dinner in Bedouin tents, beneath the starry sky, with traditional music and belly dancing. Return to our hotel. Overnight stay.
Dubai - Amman
Early morning transfer to airport and flight to Amman. Arrival and meeting with local representatives. Transfer to our hotel in the Dead Sea where we will be staying the next few days. Time to settle in. Dinner and overnight stay.
Dead Sea
Free days to enjoy the beneficial waters of the Dead Sea and to spend time in one of the best spas in the world. A luxury that you owe yourselves. Breakfast and dinner are included. During your stay in the Dead Sea, we recommend a day trip to Petra.
Dead Sea - Athens
Transfer to airport for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Transfers from and to airports and hotels
7 overnight stays with breakfast
Half-day excursion in town, with meal at local restaurant
Day excursion to Abu Dhabi, with meal at local restaurant
Tours, as mentioned in the program
Desert Safari with 4x4s and dinner in Bedouin tents
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Local, Greek-speaking tour guides / translators (minimum participation: 6 persons)
Local representative’s services
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes and fuel increases
Tips
Anything mentioned as optional
Drinks during meals
JORDAN - JERUSALEM - SINAI
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Transfer by bus to Petra. Arrival at our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Petra - Wadi Rum
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. Immediately afterwards, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Transfer to our hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Ajloun - Um Qais
After breakfast, we depart for Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Our next stop is the Castle of Ajloun, a masterpiece of 12th century Arab-Islamic architecture. Our last stop is Um Qais, where we will admire the wonderful view of the Golan Heights. Return to hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerusalem - Bethlehem - Jerusalem
Transfer by bus to Jerusalem. Arrival in the Holy City. Time to settle in the hotel. In the afternoon, we set off for Bethlehem, where we will visit the Nativity Church and the place where the bones of the children are located. We continue to the village of the shepherds and the Saint Theodosios Monastery. Next, we will visit the Monastery of the Holy Cross, the mountain area where Ioannis Katamonas was born and the grave of St. Simon is located. Return to our hotel in Jerusalem for dinner and overnight stay.
Jerusalem
After breakfast, we set off on our tour of Jerusalem, starting with a visit to the old city. We will enter the old city walls by the Gate of David and see the Holy Courtyard, the Church of the Resurrection, the Calvary Church, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Grotto of the Holy Cross. We will next pay homage to Holy Sepulchre and from there we will walk up the Via Dolorosa to the Praetorium. We continue to the prison where St. Peter was kept and the house of Joachim and Anna. Next, we will visit the place where Saint Stephen was stoned to death. Lastly, we will stop at Virgin Mary's Tomb and the Gesthemane Garden. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Jerusalem - Sinai
Immediately after breakfast, we depart by bus for Sinai. Once we have passed the Egypt - Israel borders in Tampa, we head for Sinai, where we will spend the night and have dinner in our hotel.Those who want to experience something marvelous can climb to the Holy Mountain at dawn.
Sinai
After breakfast, we head out for our tour of the monastery, conducted by Greek monks. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
Sinai - Athens
Transfer to the Sharm El Sheik airport and flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Overnight stays in 5* hotels of your choice in Jordan, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Overnight stays in 4* hotels of your choice in Jerusalem, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Overnight stays in 4* hotels of your choice in Sinai, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local Greek-speaking tour guides or translators
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Visa, when the group is smaller than 10 persons
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
JORDAN-HOLY LANDS - 10 DAYS
Athens-Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Amman-Jerash-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Greco-Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch) we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman-Madaba-Nebo-Dead Sea-Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo-where according to tradition, Moses is buried-to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. We then continue towards the Dead Sea where you will have two hours to swim in its therapeutic waters. Departure for Petra, where we settle in our hotel, we have dinner and stay for the night.
Petra-Wadi Rum-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps). In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. We then depart for Amman. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman-Jerusalem
After breakfast we set off for Jerusalem. When we arrive, we settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Tour of Jerusalem
After breakfast, we set off on our tour of Jerusalem. In Gesthemane, we will visit the Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady and pray at her grave. From there we head to the Mount of Olives and the Gesthemane Garden, where Judas betrayed Jesus, which is located just 100 meters from the grave of the Virgin Mary. Next we will visit the Lithos and St. Stephen’s Gate. We continue to the Praetorium, to see the prison of Our Lord, and walk along the Via Dolorosa to Holy Sepulchre and the Calvary. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Jerusalem-Galilee
After breakfast, we set off on a day trip to Galilee. We will visit Mt. Tavor where the Transformation of Our Saviour took place, Nazareth and the Chapel of the Annunciation of Our Lady and Cana, where Our Lord performed his first miracle. Next, we will go to Tiberiade, where we will be symbolically baptised in the Jordan River. Afterwards, we will visit the Church of the Apostles and go to Capernaum, where the house of Apostle Paul's mother-in-law is located and where Our Lord taught at the Synagogue. We are offered a panoramic view of Lake Tiberiade, where the miracle of the fishes took place and Our Lord gave the eight commandments of love.
If there is enough time, we will stop at the Monastery of Saint Gerasimos the Jordanite on our way back to Jerusalem. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Jerusalem-Jericho
Having finished our breakfast, we set off for Jericho, where we visit the Church of St. George, Quruntul Mountain and the monasteries of Elijah and Sycomorus. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Jerusalem-Bethlehem
After breakfast, we depart for Bethlehem, where we will visit the Nativity Church and the place where the bones of the children are located. We continue to the village of the shepherds and the Saint Theodosios Monastery. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Tel Aviv-Athens
Transfer to Tel Aviv airport and flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Air fares: Athens-Amman & Tel Aviv-Athens
4 overnight stays in Jordan in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner as mentioned on the program
Traditional dinner in Kan Zaman
5 overnight stays in Jerusalem in a hotel of your choice, with breakfast and dinner as mentioned on the program
Taxi fare for transfer to Mount Tavor
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Trips and tours as mentioned on the program
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Transfers
Visa for Jordan, when the group is larger than 12 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack (as a gift)
NOT INCLUDED:
Airport taxes
Tips-payable upon settlement
Visa for Jordan when the group is smaller than 12 persons
Anything else not included as “included”
Optional meals during the tours, which may be suggested by your guide
Extra travel insurance package
JORDAN-SYRIA-LEBANON - 14 DAYS
Departures every Friday
Friday Athens-Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Sturday Amman-Jerash-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch) we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Sunday Amman-Madaba-Nebo-Wadi Rum-Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo-where according to tradition, Moses is buried-to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. We then depart for Amman. Departure for Petra, where we settle in our hotel, for dinner and overnight stay.
Monday Petra-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps). We then depart for Amman. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Tuesday Amman-Dead Sea-Bosra-Damascus
Departure for the Dead Sea, where you will have two hours to swim in its therapeutic waters. Immediately afterwards, we set off for Syria. Once we have passed the borders and gone through the necessary procedures, we will first visit Bosra. Our tour of Bosra is especially interesting, as we will see the best-preserved Greco-Roman Theater in the world. Departure for Damascus, where we will settle in our rooms, dine and stay the night in our hotel.
Wednesday Damascus
After breakfast, we begin our tour of Damascus, which is the oldest city in the world, inhabited since 5,000 BC. Our first stop is the Museum where Greek pottery, mosaics and statues, as well as objects from other civilizations, are displayed. We continue our tour with a visit to Umayyad Mosque, which is one of the most important monuments in the city, built on top of Greek and Byzantine structures. It was here where John the Baptist's skull, placed on a tray, and his tomb were found. We will also visit the shrine that houses Salahdin's grave. Next, our tour takes us to the road that St. Paul walked upon, also known as "Via Retka", St. Paul's Window, an ancient structure from where it is believed that St. Paul escaped the city after being persecuted by the Jews, and the catacombs in St. Anania Church. Our next stop is Mt. Qassioun where we are offered a splendid, panoramic view of Damascus. We complete our tour and leave for Hamidiye to stroll through the grand market to purchase fabrics, jewelry and spices. Traditional buffet dinner, with belly dancing and Dervish dances. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Thursday Damascus-Maaloula-Sydnaya–Palmyra
Breakfast and departure for Palmyra. On the way, we will visit Maaloula, a picturesque village built on a stream. Maaloula is rightly included in the important Christian sites of Syria, as the inhabitants of the village still speak Aramaic, the language of Jesus, and although they are catholic, they follow orthodox rituals. From there, we head towards the Christian Monastery of Sydnaya, where the original icon of the Virgin Mary was crafted by Apostle Luke. We continue to Palmyra which during the Greek Era was called the City of the Palms. We will tour the ancient sites, the Temple of Baal, the Ancient Theater, the Agora, the Senate and the impressive 1,000 meter Colonnaded Street. The Valley of the Tombs, with its towers that reach the height of a 6-storey apartment building, and the baths of Queen Zenobia are also stunning. We will dine in Bedouin tents, with the accompaniment of traditional music and dances. It is a night you will never forget. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Friday Palmyra-Aleppo
After breakfast, we depart for Aleppo. On our way, we will visit Crack De Chevalier-which is the most authentic fortress of the Crusades-and the Monastery of St George. We continue our tour with a trip to Hama, where you can see the ten huge waterwheels that carry water from the Orontes River. Our last stop is the archaeological site of Apamea. Arrival in Aleppo. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Saturday Aleppo
Having finished breakfast, we set off on out tour of the city, visiting the Acropolis of Aleppo, the Caravanserai and the Great Mosque. Next we go to the souks and the large 12 kilometer long covered bazaar, where you can find perfumes, gold items, gold weaving, silk scarves and various objet d' art, spread out before you, just as they have been for centuries. Our tour of Aleppo ends with a visit to the Monastery of St. Simon. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Sunday Aleppo-Beirut
After breakfast we depart for Beirut, the “Paris of the East”, by coach. We are transferred to the hotel to settle in our rooms. Free afternoon to explore this town of beautiful contrasts. Beirut has been destroyed many times and part of it was swallowed by the sea. Each time the city resurrects itself and even improves itself by adding new features that combine the East and the West. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.
Monday Beirut-Sidon-Tyre-Esmun
After breakfast, we depart at around 8:00 for Sidon and Tyre. Sidon is especially famous for its covered markets, where one can find craftsmen who still perform traditional jobs.
Sidon has known many conquerors: Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Mamelukes. The influence of these groups is apparent in the monuments of the city. We will visit the Sea Castle, which was constructed during the Crusades. We finish our tour of Sidon with a visit to the Soap Museum. We arrive in Tyre, a city that is mentioned in the Holy Scriptures. Tyre was under siege by Nebuchadnezzar for 13 years, while Alexander the Great conquered the city after 7 months of siege. Today, Tyre retains many of its archaeological monuments from its rich history. On one of its sides, we will visit its Roman, stone-paved town and on its other side we will visit its three-bay monumental arch that dates back to the First Christian Era and its well-preserved Roman Stadium and Hippodrome. Due to these marvellous sites, Unesco has included Tyre in its World Heritage List. Our last stop is Esmun. Tour of the area and dinner in a luxurious restaurant. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Tuesday Beirut-Baalbek-Ksara-Ansar-Beirut
Breakfast and departure at 8:00 for Baalbek, the "City of the Gods", one of the most significant archaeological monuments in the world. It was originally a Phoenician city, although its glory was truly recognized when it was conquered by Alexander the Great, who elevated Baalbek to a Heliopolis. The Temples of Baalbek are separated into three major places of worship. The first, dedicated to Zeus, is the largest in size, but has retained the least of its original features. The second, dedicated to Bacchus, is the miracle of miracles. The temple still retains its original form, including a grand staircase that leads to its entrance, decorated with fairies and mythological gods. The third, located at a short distance from the other two, is dedicated to Aphrodite. The temple is round and is considered a jewel of Roman architecture. Due to its great archaeological significance, Unesco has included Baalbek in its World Heritage List. We continue our tour in Ksara and we will finish touring for the day with a visit in Ansar, the "City of the Umayyad". The ruins of this ancient town, which are scattered around the Baalbek Shrine, are the remains from the time of the Umayyad, who ruled the area in the 7th and 8th centuries. The city was discovered in 1943, buried in the swamps, among grass and stones. Unesco has also included Ansar in its World Heritage List. Dinner at luxury restaurant. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Wednesday Beirut-Byblos-Jeita-Harissa
After breakfast, we begin our tour at 8:00, with a visit to Byblos, set along the coast, where ruins of an Amorian town are situated around an Acropolis, a Phoenician Temple and a Roman Amphitheater that overlook the Phoenician Royal Necropolis. Unesco has put Byblos on its World Heritage List, owing to its different monuments which show the various cultures that conquered the area throughout history. We continue our tour with a visit at Jeita where you will admire the wonderful caverns with stalagmites and stalactites of exquisite beauty. Our last stop is Harissa. Lunch break at luxury restaurant during the tour. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Thursday Beirut-Athens
After breakfast we are transferred to the airport to fly back to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Airport fares: Athens/Amman- Beirut/Amman/Athens
Overnight stays at hotels of your choice with breakfast and dinner as mentioned on the program
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Trips and tours as mentioned on the program
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator in Jordan & Syria. English-speaking tours in Lebanon
Transfers
Visa for Jordan/Syria, when the group is larger than 12 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack (as a gift)
NOT INCLUDED:
Airport taxes
Departure taxes
Tips-payable upon settlement
Visa when the group is smaller than 12 persons
Anything else not included as “included”
Optional meals during the tours, which may be suggested by your guide
Extra travel insurance package
IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO TRAVEL TO SYRIA & LEBANON YOUR PASSPORT SHOULD NOT BEAR AN ISRAELI STAMP.
JORDAN DIAMONDS - 8 DAYS
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman - Madaba - Nebo - Wadi Rum - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo - where according to tradition, Moses is buried - to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. Immediately afterwards, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Petra. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Petra - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. Return to our hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Dead Sea
Free days to enjoy the beneficial waters of the Dead Sea and to revive your body and soul at one of the best spas in the world. You owe it to yourselves. Breakfast and dinner are included.
Dead Sea- - Athens
Transfer to airport for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
7 overnight stays in 5* deluxe hotels, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Traditional dinner in Kan Zaman
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
Maps and information leaflets
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
TREASURY OF JORDAN - 8 DAYS
Departures: Every Friday
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Meeting with our local representatives. Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Ajloun - Um Qais
After breakfast, we depart for Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Our next stop is the Castle of Ajloun, a masterpiece of 12th century Arab-Islamic architecture. Our last stop is Um Qais, where we will admire the wonderful view of the Golan Heights. Return to hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Pella - Bethany - Dead Sea
After breakfast, we depart for a tour of the archaeological site of Pella. From there, we head for Bethany where Jesus was baptized in the Jordan River. We then continue towards the Dead Sea where you have two hours to swim in its beneficial waters. Dinner in a hotel restaurant in the Dead Sea area. Return to our hotel in Amman for overnight stay.
Madaba - Nebo - Kerak - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo, where according to tradition, Moses is buried. Afterwards, we will visit the Museum and Castle of Kerak, the authentic fortress of the Crusades. Our last stop is Petra, where we will have dinner and spend the night.
Petra - Wadi Rum
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Aqaba. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Aqaba - Mini Cruise - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of Aqaba. At the end of the tour, we head off on our spectacular Red Sea cruise, which includes lunch. In the afternoon, we depart for Amman. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Tour of Amman - Desert Castles
After breakfast, we embark on our tour of Amman, visiting the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. Next, we visit the Automobile Museum of King Hussein, where his marvelous, world famous collection is displayed. We continue with a visit to desert castles, which were built in the 8th century AD. We will tour the 3 most significant: Kharraheh, Amra and Azraq. Farewell dinner in the traditional settlement of Kan Zaman, with live music. Return to our hotel in Amman for overnight stay.
Transfer to airport for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
FOR THE RED SEA CRUISE TO TAKE PLACE, A MINIMUM OF 15 PEOPLE MUST PARTICIPATE.
INCLUDED:
7 overnight stays in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Red Sea Cruise (If there are less than 15 participants or weather conditions do not permit it, the cruise will not take place and the corresponding fee will be refunded)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Tours, as mentioned in the program, with a local, Greek-speaking guide or a translator
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Visa, when the group is smaller than 10 persons
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
8-DAY TOUR OF JORDAN
Departures: Every Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman - Madaba - Nebo - Wadi Rum - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo - where according to tradition, Moses is buried - to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. Immediately afterwards, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Petra. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Petra - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. Return to our hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Petra - Pella - Um Qais - Dead Sea
After breakfast, we depart for a tour of the archaeological site of Pella. From there, we head for Um Qais (Ancient Gadara), where we will admire the Golan Heights. Transfer to the Dead Sea where you have two hours to rest and have dinner. Return to our hotel in Amman for overnight stay.
Dead Sea
Free day to enjoy the beneficial waters of the Dead Sea and to revive your body and soul at one of the best spas in the world. Breakfast and dinner are included.
Dead Sea
Free day to relax and swim in the waters of the Dead Sea. Breakfast and dinner are included.
WE SUGGEST: After breakfast, we depart for the desert castles, which were built in the 8th century AD. We will tour the 3 most significant: Kharraheh, Amra and Azraq.
Dead Sea - Amman - Athens
Transfer to airport in Amman for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
7 overnight stays in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Traditional dinner in Kan Zaman
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local, Greek-speaking tour guide or a translator
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
10-DAY TOUR OF JORDAN & SYRIA
Departures: Every Friday
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman - Madaba - Nebo - Wadi Rum - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo - where according to tradition, Moses is buried - to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. Immediately afterwards, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Petra. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Petra - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps. Return to our hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Dead Sea - Bosra - Damascus
After breakfast, we depart for the Dead Sea, where we will spend 2 hours enjoying the beneficial waters. Immediately afterwards, we set off for Syria. Once we have passed the borders and gone through the necessary procedures, we will visit Bosra. Our tour of Bosra is especially interesting, as we will see the best-preserved Greco-Roman Theater in the world. Departure for Damascus, where we will dine and stay the night in our hotel.
Damascus
After breakfast, we begin our tour of Damascus, which is the oldest city in the world, inhabited since 5,000 BC. Our first stop is the Museum where Greek pottery, mosaics and statues, as well as objects from other civilizations, are displayed. We continue our tour with a visit to Umayyad Mosque, which is one of the most important monuments in the city, built on top of Greek and Byzantine structures. It was here where John the Baptist's skull, placed on a tray, and his tomb were found. We will also visit the shrine that houses Salahdin's grave. Next, our tour takes us to the road that St. Paul walked upon, also known as "Via Retka", St. Paul's Window, an ancient structure from where it is believed that St. Paul escaped the city after being persecuted by the Jews, and the catacombs in St. Anania Church. Our next stop is Mt. Qassioun where we are offered a splendid, panoramic view of Damascus. We complete our tour and leave for Hamidiye to stroll through the grand market to purchase fabrics, jewelry and spices. Traditional buffet dinner, with belly dancing and Dervish dances. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Damascus - Maaloula - Sydnaya - Palmyra
Breakfast and departure for Palmyra. On the way, we will visit Maaloula, a picturesque village built on a stream. Maaloula is rightly included in the important Christian sites of Syria, as the inhabitants of the village still speak Aramaic, the language of Jesus, and although they are catholic, they follow orthodox rituals. From there, we head towards the Christian Monastery of Sydnaya, where the original icon of the Virgin Mary was crafted by Apostle Luke. We continue to Palmyra, which during the Greek Era, was called the City of the Palms. We will tour the ancient sites, the Temple of Baal, the Ancient Theater, the Agora, the Senate and the impressive 1,000 meter Colonnaded Street. The Valley of the Tombs, with its towers that reach the height of a 6-storey apartment building and the baths of Queen Zenobia, are also stunning. We will dine in Bedouin tents, with the accompaniment of traditional music and dances. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
Palmyra - Aleppo
After breakfast, we depart for Aleppo. On our way, we will visit Crack De Chevalier - which is the most authentic fortress of the Crusades - and the Monastery of St George. We continue our tour with a trip to Hama, where you can see the ten huge waterwheels that carry water from the Orontes River. Our last stop is the archaeological site of Apamea. Arrival in Aleppo. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Aleppo
Having finished breakfast, we set off on out tour of the city, visiting the Acropolis of Aleppo, the Caravanserai and the Great Mosque. Next we go to the souks and the large 12 meter long, covered bazaar, where you can find perfumes, gold items, gold weaving, silk scarves and various objet d' art, spread out before you, just as they have been for centuries. Our tour of Aleppo ends with a visit to the Monastery of St. Simon. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Aleppo - Athens
Breakfast and transfer to the airport for return flight to Athens, via Amman.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Overnight stays in hotels of your choice, including breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Tours, as mentioned in the program
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Transfers
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Visa for Jordan / Syria when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything else not mentioned in the schedule as "included"
Visa when the group is smaller than 10 persons
Optional meals during the tours, which might be suggested by your guide
ANCIENT TRADERS - 11 DAYS
Athens-Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Amman-Jerash-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Greco-Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman-Madaba-Nebo-Dead Sea-Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo-where according to tradition, Moses is buried-to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. We then continue towards the Dead Sea where you will have two hours to swim in its therapeutic waters. Departure for Petra, where we settle in our hotel, we will dine and stay for the night.
Petra-Wadi Rum-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps). In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. We then depart for Amman. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman-Alexandria
We are transferred to the airport from where we fly to Alexandria. When we arrive we begin our tour around the city starting from the catacombs which are carved into the rock and consist of three levels, the Patriarchate, and the house of the famous Greek poet Constantinos Cavafys. We then go on a tour inside the Alexandria Library, which is a masterpiece of modern architecture. Our tour in Alexandria is concluded with a visit to the Royal Gardens of Montaza. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Alexandria-Cairo
Departure for Cairo. On our way we will visit the Coptic monasteries which prove the existence of Christians in Egypt, dating back to the 3rd century. We will have lunch at a local restaurant and then we will be transferred to Cairo to settle in our rooms and stay overnight.
Cairo-Islamic Cairo The seventh day begins with a tour around Islamic Cairo. The Salahdin Acropolis (the Cairo Citadel) used to be the mightiest castle of the early Islamic era and consisted of three parts: the lower wall, the el-Azab (the northern wall) and the el-Ankhisariyia. We will also visit the Mohammed Ali Mosque, renowned for its magnificent architecture, also located in the Citadel’s premises.
From there we depart for the ancient capital town of Memphis and to Sakkara to see the exquisite Djoser Pyramid, the first stepped pyramid ever built. Next we will have lunch in a luxury restaurant in Cairo and return to the hotel. Evening free time. Overnight stay.
Cairo-Luxor-Cairo
We are transferred to the airport to fly to Luxor. As soon as we arrive, we immediately begin our tour around Luxor, bringing in mind the glory of Ancient Egypt. We start our visit from the east bank, where the renowned Temples of Luxor stand. They were built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and Ramses II in dedication to the god Ammon-Ra. We continue our journey, passing by the avenue of the Sphinxes, towards Karnak to visit the Temples of Amun, Mut and Khonsu. We then pass over to the west bank, visiting the Ancient City of Thebes, otherwise known as the city of the dead. Next we stop in the Valley of the Kings, where 60 tombs exist, of which the most famous are those of Tutankhamun, Seti I, Ramses III and Nefertiti. Lastly, we will tour the three-leveled Temple of Hatshepsut, the only female Pharaoh of Egypt, as well as the two huge Colossi of Memnon. We will have dinner at a local restaurant and after that we will be transferred to the airport to fly to Cairo. Arrival, settling and overnight stay at the hotel.
Cairo Tour
After breakfast we begin our tour starting from the Archaeological Museum, which contains the priceless masterpieces of the Pharaohs. Today we will experience the splendor of this ancient civilization. We continue with a visit to the Giza Pyramids, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the enigmatic Sphinx and lastly, to a fragrance and papyrus workshop. At the end of the tour, we will dine at a luxurious traditional restaurant in Cairo. After our meal, we will explore the traditional oriental Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar, where you can purchase weaving, leather goods, as well as copper, silver and gold articles. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Cairo-Christian Pharaonic Village
After breakfast, we depart for the Coptic Museum, where we will admire works of art from the Early-Christian period. We continue with a visit to the hanging church, which is built on a Roman Tower and offers an amazing view. Located nearby is the Church of Agios Georgios, beneath which seven other churches are built. The most important of these are the churches of Agia Varvara and Agios Stergios, where according to legend, the Virgin Mary and the newborn Christ lived for some time.
From there we head for the Pharaonic village. This tour presents all the history of Egypt (houses, rural life of Egyptians, the Pharaohs and their palaces, etc), acted by young Egyptian thespians, and is carried out by boat in a large part of the Nile and in Cairo. It is a spectacular event that must not be missed. Immediately after this short boat trip we will be transported to a luxury restaurant to dine. Return to hotel. Leisure time in the afternoon. Overnight stay.
Cairo-Athens
Transfer to the airport of Cairo and return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Air fares: Athens-Amman/ Amman-Alexandria/ Cairo-Luxor-Cairo/ Cairo-Athens
Overnight stays in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
3 overnight stays in Amman, half board
1 overnight stay in Petra, half board
5 overnight stays in Cairo, including breakfast
1 overnight stay in Alexandria, half board
4 guided tours in Cairo, meal included
1 tour in Luxor by English-speaking guide, meal included
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological
Trips and tours as mentioned on the program
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Transfers
Visa for Jordan, when the group is larger than 12 persons
Full insurance
Luxurious travel bag (as a gift)
NOT INCLUDED:
Airport taxes
Departure taxes
Tips-payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Visa for Egypt (€ 23 per person)
Visa for Jordan, when the group is smaller than 12 persons
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
Extra travel insurance package
JORDAN-LEBANON - 8 DAYS
Athens-Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Amman-Jerash-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for the city of Amman, where we will visit the Archaeological Museum, the Greco-Roman Theater and the Hellenistic Acropolis. We then begin our tour of Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Return to Amman for a traditional dinner in Kan Zaman. Transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Amman-Madaba-Nebo-Dead Sea-Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo-where according to tradition, Moses is buried-to admire the wonderful view of the countryside, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea. We then continue towards the Dead Sea where you will have two hours to swim in its therapeutic waters. Departure for Petra, where we settle in our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Petra-Wadi Rum-Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps). In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. We then depart for Amman. Transfer to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman-Beirut
After breakfast we are transferred to the airport to fly to Beirut, the “Paris of the East”. Transfer to the hotel to settle in our rooms. Beirut has been destroyed many times and part of it was swallowed by the sea. Each time the city resurrects itself and even improves itself by adding new features that combine the East and the West. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.
Beirut-Byblos-Jeita-Harissa-Beirut
After breakfast, we begin our tour at 8:00, with a visit to Byblos, set along the coast, where ruins of an Amorian town are situated around an Acropolis, a Phoenician Temple and a Roman Amphitheater that overlook the Phoenician Royal Necropolis. Unesco has put Byblos on its World Heritage List, owing to its different monuments which show the various cultures that conquered the area throughout history. We continue our tour with a visit at Jeita where you will admire the wonderful caverns with stalagmites and stalactites of exquisite beauty. Our last stop is Harissa. Lunch break at luxury restaurant during the tour. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Beirut-Baalbek-Ksara-Ansar-Beirut
Breakfast and departure at 8:00 for Baalbek, the "City of the Gods", one of the most significant archaeological monuments in the world. It was originally a Phoenician city, although its glory was truly recognized when it was conquered by Alexander the Great, who elevated Baalbek to a Heliopolis. The Temples of Baalbek are separated into three major places of worship. The first, dedicated to Zeus, is the largest in size but has retained the least of its original features. The second, dedicated to Bacchus, is the miracle of miracles. The temple still retains its original form, including a grand staircase that leads to its entrance, decorated with fairies and mythological gods. The third, located at a short distance from the other two, is dedicated to Aphrodite. The temple is round and is considered a jewel of Roman architecture. Due to its great archaeological significance, Unesco has included Baalbek in its World Heritage List. We continue our tour in Ksara and we will finish touring for the day with a visit in Ansar, the "City of the Umayyad". The ruins of this ancient town, which are scattered around the Baalbek Shrine, are the remains from the time of the Umayyad, who ruled the area in the 7th and 8th century. The city was discovered in 1943, buried in the swamps, among grass and stones. Unesco has also included Ansar in its World Heritage List. Dinner at luxury restaurant. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Beirut-Athens
After breakfast we depart for Athens
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Airport fares: Athens-Amman/Beirut-Athens
Overnight stays at hotels of your choice with breakfast and dinner as mentioned on the program
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Trips and tours as mentioned on the program
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator in Jordan. English-speaking tours in Lebanon
Transfers
Visa for Jordan, when the group is larger than 12 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack (as a gift)
NOT INCLUDED:
Airport taxes
Departure taxes (€ 50 per person)
Tips-payable upon settlement
Visa for Jordan when the group is smaller than 12 persons
Anything else not included as “included”
Optional meals during the tours, which may be suggested by your guide
Extra travel insurance package
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LAWRENCE OF ARABIA - 6 DAYS
Departures: Every Friday
Athens - Amman
Assembly at Athens Airport and flight to Amman. Arrival at Amman Airport (Ancient Philadelphia). Transfer to our hotel to settle in our rooms. Dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Jerash - Ajloun - Um Qais
After breakfast, we depart for Jerash, the most well-preserved Roman site, referred to by historians as the Pompei of the East. In the city (Ancient Antioch), we will admire the triumphant Arch, the Hippodrome, the Gate, the Agora, the Arch of Adrian, the Temple of Zeus, the Nymphaion, the Temple of Artemis and the theater. Our next stop is the Castle of Ajloun, a masterpiece of 12th century Arab-Islamic architecture. Our last stop is Um Qais, where we will admire the wonderful view of the Golan Heights. Return to hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight stay.
Amman - Pella - Bethany - Dead Sea
After breakfast, we depart for a tour of the archaeological site of Pella. From there, we head for Bethany where Jesus was baptized in the Jordan River. We then continue towards the Dead Sea where you have two hours to swim in its beneficial waters. Dinner in a hotel restaurant in the Dead Sea area. Return to our hotel in Amman for overnight stay.
Madaba - Nebo - Kerak - Petra
After breakfast, we depart via the Kings' Highway for Petra, visiting the mosaic city of Madaba, where we will see the oldest map of the holy land, which exists on the floor of Saint George's Cathedral. Next we will go to Mt. Nebo, where according to tradition, Moses is buried. Afterwards, we will visit the Museum and Castle of Kerak, the authentic fortress of the Crusades. Our last stop is Petra, where we will have dinner and spend the night.
Petra - Wadi Rum - Amman
After breakfast, we depart for our tour of the Ancient Site of Petra (the city carved into the stone and the treasury). Even if there were no other interesting sites in Jordan, the visit would still be worthwhile just to see Petra. Visitors are stunned by the dream-like view, as Petra looks absolutely unreal. We head for the archaeological site with the hundred temples, the Royal Palaces, the Roman Theater and houses, the Hydria Monument, the Corinthian Tomb and the Monastery (for those who have enough strength to climb about 100 steps.In early afternoon, we depart for our 4x4 safari in the Wadi Rum Desert, the land of Lawrence of Arabia, where you will be enchanted by the striking landscape, the endless sands and the large rock formations of Petra that appear out of the desert sands. Departure for Amman. Dinner and overnight stay in our hotel.
Amman - Athens
Transfer to airport for return flight to Athens.
Important Notifications:
The tour schedules presented on the website are INDICATIVE.
The sequence of the tours may be altered if necessary, without omitting any of the tours mentioned.
Please always ask for our seasonal schedule slips so that you can have a full view of the different trips to be realized in different seasons, throughout the year. The tour schedules are indicative, since it is impossible that new brochures be printed or changes be made on the website on a constant basis.
INCLUDED:
Overnight stays in hotels of your choice, with breakfast and dinner, as mentioned in the program
Wadi Rum Desert Safari (the Land of Lawrence of Arabia)
Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
Local Greek-speaking tour guide or translator
Transfers
Visa, when the group is larger than 10 persons
Full insurance
Travel backpack
NOT INCLUDED:
International & Domestic Air fares
(Is also available upon request)
Airport taxes
Tips - payable upon settlement
Anything mentioned as not included in the schedule
Optional meals during the tours, which may be recommended by the local tour guides
