Israel/Jordan
Journey of a Lifetime: Israel and Jordan
Program No. 21566RJ
Discover holy sites, stunning architecture, modern cities and well-preserved ruins as you explore these two ancient countries on the shores of the Mediterranean.
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DATES
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DATES
& starting prices
PRICES
Sep 14 - Sep 27, 2024
Starting at
5,699Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2024
Starting at
5,699Oct 12 - Oct 25, 2024
Starting at
5,929Oct 19 - Nov 1, 2024
Starting at
5,92914 days
13 nights
32 meals
12B 9L 11D
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
2
Arrival & Orientation
Tel Aviv
3
White City, Jaffa & Free Time
Tel Aviv
5
Holocaust Memorial & Bethlehem
Jerusalem
7
Masada & Qumran
Sea of Galilee (Eastern Shore)
8
Capernaum, Magdala & Nazareth
Sea of Galilee (Eastern Shore)
10
Mt. Nebo & Madaba
Petra
11
Petra
The Dead Sea
12
Wadi Rum
The Dead Sea
14
Departure from Amman
In Flight
At a Glance
The material and historical riches of Israel and Jordan are relics of their roles as bridges between the Persian Empire and the Greco-Roman world. Their societies have been shaped by millennia of overlapping cultures, religions and languages. Explore ties between past and present in these fascinating nations where 5,000 years of human history converge.
Activity Level
Let's Go!
Walking up to five miles per day over uneven terrain. In Petra, there is little to no shade and few places to stop and sit down. Stairs on this program are often uneven and without railings. For security reasons, participants must carry their own luggage across the border between Israel and Jordan several hundred yards.
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
What You'll Learn
- Explore Jerusalem, a holy city to all three Abrahamic faiths.
- Discover Petra, a stunning city cut from rose-red rock by the ancient Nabataean people of Jordan.
- Visit the Dead Sea before continuing on to Amman.
Suggested Reading List
(9 books)
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Journey of a Lifetime: Israel and Jordan
Program Number: 21566
Petra, The Rose-Red City
Jam-packed with color illustrations, archival material, maps and site plans, this shirt-pocket encyclopedia is our best-selling book on Petra.
Jerusalem: One City, Three Faiths
A popular history by the author of A History of God. Armstrong tackles big subjects -- and this book is no exception. It's a comprehensive, concise portrait of the city over the last 5,000 years.
Jerusalem: The Biography
Jerusalem: The Biography: is a 2011 bestselling non-fiction book by British popular historian and writer Simon Sebag Montefiore.
The Rough Guide To Jordan
An in depth expert and comprehensive guide to Jordan. The Rough Guide to Jordan will help readers discover the best places to explore, sleep, eat, drink and shop.
Married to a Bedouin
"Where you staying?" the Bedouin asked. "Why you not stay with me tonight -- in my cave?" Thus begins the fascinating odyssey of a young nurse from New Zealand who would marry and raise her family among the community of 100 Bedouin families living in the ancient city of Petra.
Apeirogon: A Novel
McCann writes a complex and uplifting story of a Palestinian father and an Israeli Father who form an unexpected bond by the grief of losing a daughter.
Eyewitness Guide Jerusalem: Israel, Petra & Sinai
This compact, illustrated guide provides a thorough overview of Israel and western Jordan, including Petra, Wadi Rum and Amman.
Islam, A Short History
Armstrong brings authority and experience to this vivid, clear-headed survey of the history and impact of Islam from the birth of Muhammad to present-day challenges. The best short introduction to the subject.
Israel & The West Bank: With Petra
A guide to Jerusalem that includes color photos and helpful planning maps with descriptions.