A trip to Jordan can be a wonderful compliment to your stay in Israel. Jordan is close, friendly and although similar to Israel in climate and landscape, it has it's own personality and some unique archaeological sites. The jewel in the crown is, of course, Petra, although Jerash, Mt. Nebo and Madeba do not fall far behind. Since the signing of the peace treaty between Israel and Jordan in 1994, travel between the two countries has become open and easy. Although not quite like crossing between Canada and the US or inside Western Europe, a little bit of time and planning can make the border crossing simple and quick. Please read carefully the following information about tours, border crossings etc., in order to make the whole process enjoyable and easy.

Getting into Jordan

People who wish to cross into Jordan via the Eilat or Sheik Hussein border crossing and hold non-Israeli passports can usually obtain visas at the border. Holders of Israeli passports must obtain a visa before crossing into Jordan. Holders of Israeli passports who also have a second passport, can enter Jordan on their second passport (they must, of course, leave Israel on their Israeli passport). The Eilat crossing is a 10 minutes drive from the center of the city, the Sheik Hussein crossing is near Beit Shean, a 90 minute drive from Jerusalem.

1. The Allenby bridge crossing is only 30 minutes from Jerusalem. Crossing via the Allenby is possible if you already have a Jordanian visa in your passport.

One Day Petra Tour

This, our most popular tour, enables you to visit leave Jerusalem, enjoy an unforgettable visit to Petra and return to your hotel all in one day. After an early departure from your hotel we take you to the Allenby bridge (please arrange visa in advance) or Sheikh Hussein crossing point. Upon crossing the border, you are met by a Jordanian driver with an air conditioned car who takes you to Petra. Riding on horseback to the entrance of the site and back, you enjoy a private guide who gives you a full tour of the Old City, including the Sik, Treasury (Hazane), Theater, Lions Temple and all the other major monuments. Estimated return to your hotel in Jerusalem, between 6 and 7 p.m. Please note: this tour is based on a minimum of 2 people traveling together. People who wish to travel alone, please call our office for details

Two day Jordan Tour

Depart hotel for border crossing. Visit the Roman city of Jerash, destroyed by an earthquake and in the process of being rebuilt. Enjoy a guided tour, seeing the Hippodrome, the spectacular Temple of Artemis, Theaters and column lined Cardo. People crossing via the Allenby will visit Madeba, the city of mosaics, and see the spectacular 1500 year old mosaic map of the Holy Land. They will also continue on to Mount Nebo, the burial place of Moses where they will visit the Byzantine period church with it's unique mosaics and enjoy the view over the Jordan Valley and the Promised Land. Please note: an early departure from the hotel and early border crossing at Sheik Hussein will enable our guests to see both Jerash and Madeba/Mt. Nebo. Continue on to Petra and overnight in your hotel in the village of Wadi Mussa.

Day 2 - Petra

Enjoy a full day's touring of one of the true wonders of the world, the Nabatean city of Petra. Superlatives are not enough to describe the beauty of the site this "rose red city half as old as time" with its myriad of colors and monuments carved out of the living rock. Enjoy the company of a private guide as you ride horseback to the entrance of the site, and walk down the Siq to the Treasury (Hazane) and on to the Theater and Lion's Temple and all the major monuments. Return to the Allenby bridge crossing by 6 p.m. Please note: these prices are based on 2 people traveling together, for people who wish to travel alone, please call our office for details.

Please note:

On Friday and Saturday the Allenby border crossing closes at 2:30 p.m. Therefore border crossings back into Israel must be via the Sheik Hussein or Eilat crossings. Opening and closing times of the border crossings may change according to Jewish and Moslem holidays. Our tours include:

1. Travel in Jordan is in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. Some drivers may speak an additional European language. An English speaking guide/driver is available at additional cost.
2. Guiding at all sites is by a licensed Jordanian guides.
3. Entrance fees to all sites.
4. The 2 day tour includes overnight accommodation on a half-board basis with supper and breakfast.

Our tours do not include:

1. Transfers from your hotel to any of the border crossings or from the crossings back to your hotel. See prices below.
2. Lunches, refreshments and tips to guides and drivers.
3. Departure taxes, visa costs, bus transportation across the borders.


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