Israel & Jordan - Tour Highlights and Travel Tips
Tour Highlights
- Explore Jerusalem and its holy sites, which are revered by three of the world’s major religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The Temple Mount, the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and the Tomb of the Virgin Mary are must-visits.
- Visit the magnificent Masada desert fortification and float in the Dead Sea before you visit Bethlehem, and Jericho on a day excursion to the West Bank.
- Transfer to the coastal city of Tel Aviv. Thereafter, visit Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, and other well-known locations as you tour Northern Israel's Galilee region.
- Cross to Jordan, where you may explore the impressive Roman ruins at Jerash and the historic city of Petra, one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. The Treasury, Monastery, and Siq are must-see locations in Petra.
- Do not miss a trip to the Wadi Rum's Mars-like terrain where you can set up a night camp under the stars. You can either explore the desert landscape on foot or in a 4×4.
Travel Tips
- The New Shekel is the currency used in Israel, while in Jordan it is the Jordanian dinar. While credit and debit cards are widely accepted in both countries, cash is the most preferred payment method, especially in local shops and remote areas.
- You must be appropriately attired if you intend to attend places of worship like Jerusalem or orthodox areas. It is advisable to cover your shoulders and knees on your tours in Israel and Jordan.
- While Arabic and Hebrew are the official languages of Jordan and Israel respectively, English is widely spoken in both countries.
- High temperatures during the day are typical in Jordan and Israel tours because most of the region is an arid desert. So, make sure to wear sun protection and stay hydrated.
- The Jewish Sabbath, which begins at sundown on Friday and ends at sundown on Saturday, necessitates that many establishments in Israel, including public transit, close early on Fridays. In Jordan, however, there is no Sabbath, even though Friday is a day of collective prayer for Muslims. Here, city marketplaces and stores are often open seven days a week.
