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Israel and Jordan Tour
Discover Israel and Jordan for 8 days with Trisha Velarmino, a top solo female travel blogger and travel expert who lived in Israel for 1.5 years.
- Date: August 22 – 29, 2024
- Participants: Min 7; Max 15
- Price (Shared Room): $1,881 USD
- Price (Single Room): $2,275 USD
Highlights of the Israel and Jordan Tour
- 🏺 Culturally focused tour: this tour involves locals Israelis and Jordanians (who are friends of Trisha). They will introduce us to their culture and welcome them to their homes.
- 🥘 Food and wine tour: we will discover the old wine culture of Israel (on the border of Syria). Apart from the wines, all the places we will visit on this tour will be food focused!
- 🫱🏽🫲🏻 Our tours support local communities: we traveled far and wide to find these tours that are not on any tour booking platform! Most of the activities in this itinerary are unique to us, and we only offer them to our clients. The tour’s local hosts have undergone a rigorous selection process (sustainable, honest, and transparent).
- 🧑🤝🧑 Small group tour: this is a small group tour (maximum of 12 participants), so you’ll meet like-minded individuals. We go on a call with all the participants on tour. From there, we group the participants according to their personalities!
- ⚥ Non-gender-specific tours: We used to do group tours for female travelers, but through the years, more solo travelers are men. Everyone of all shapes, sizes, and colors is welcome to join this Israel and Jordan day of the dead tour!
Meet your Israel and Jordan tour expert
Trisha Velarmino has lived in Tel Aviv for 1.5 years in 2016. She is fluent in Hebrew and very familiar with Israel’s Jewish culture. Trisha also lead diving tours in Jordan while living in Israel. She stayed with a local family in Amman to learn how they eat, cook, and sleep. Trisha has brought over a hundred travelers to discover Israel and Jordan in a different way.
Israel and Jordan Tour Itinerary
Day 1 is arrival day. Please note that the flight is not included in the final price of this Israel and Jordan tour. However, our office can help you find the cheapest flights!
8:00 PM: Welcome dinner
Our only activity for this day is having dinner and drinks at a rooftop restaurant. This is our welcome party, where we will get to know each other and, at the same time, enjoy our first night in Tel Aviv!
8:30 AM – Tel Aviv bike tour
We will start the day with a Tel Aviv city tour on a bike. We will visit famous landmarks, rooftops with the best views of the city, take colorful photos of the streets, go to photo spots, and more!
1:00 PM – Jaffa / Florentin walking tour and lunch
The Florentin neighborhood in Tel Aviv is a must-visit destination for all travelers. This vibrant area is known for its unique bohemian style, laid-back atmosphere, and colorful street art.
4:00 PM (Free time): Go back to the hotel to rest, shower, and prepare for the evening.
7:30 PM: Shabbat dinner with a local family
We will go to one of my friends’ house who will host us a local Shabbat dinner where you will learn about customs in Israel. Shabbat dinner is a weekly event on Friday nights in Jewish households worldwide.
✅ Dinner and drinks
❌ Alcoholic drinks
9:00 PM (end of Day 2): Optional: depending on the group’s mood, some tour participants opt to go for more drinks near our hotel. This is entirely up to you, but I’ll recommend places near our hotel!
6:30 AM – Masada Sunrise Hike and Ein Gedi Tour
Nestled on a plateau overlooking the Dead Sea, this ancient fortress offers stunning views and fascinating historical and cultural significance.
12:00 PM – Dead Sea
After our hike, we will swim and have lunch at the dead sea. This is a unique destination known for its stunning landscapes, healing properties, and cultural significance.
5:00 PM – Check in at Jerusalem Hotel
We are expected to arrive in Jerusalem by 5:00 PM. We will check in at our hotel and have free time. Take this time to settle down, rest, shower, and nap.
✅ Welcome cocktail at the bar
7:30 PM – Dinner and drinks
We will go to a restaurant for dinner and drinks. We will also explore the nightlife in Jerusalem – you’ll love it!
9:00 PM (End of Day 3): All after dinner activities are optional but you can continue the night in nearby bars in our hotel.
8:00 AM – Holy City Tour
Jerusalem, the holy city of Israel, is one of the most spiritual places on earth. It’s a city where three major religions – Judaism, Christianity, and Islam – intersect. We will walk around the Old City
1:00 PM – Jerusalem Market Tour
We will go to the Mahane Yehuda Market (also known as “The Shuk”) is an absolute must-visit. This market is like no other – with vendors selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables, to spices and baked goods.
3:00 PM (Free time): Go back to the hotel to rest, shower, and prepare for the evening.
7:30 PM – Dinner
We will go to a hummus place and have drinks after. Hummus is more than just a dip in Israel – it’s a way of life! This creamy, garlicky spread is everywhere, from markets to restaurants and even street corners.
9:00 PM (End of Day 4): All after dinner activities are optional but you can continue the night in nearby bars in our hotel.
Full-day Petra tour (Jordan) and desert overnight camp
This ancient city, located in the heart of the mountains, boasts breathtaking views and fascinating history. Petra was once a bustling trading hub and the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom, but fell into obscurity until its rediscovery in 1812 by Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt.
✅ Guided tour, entrance fees, dinner
❌ Alcoholic drinks
We will stay in an overnight desert camp, do bonfire, have some wines, and relax under the stars.
6:30 AM – Full-day Wadi Rum adventure (4×4 Jeep)
We will drive to Wadi Rum for a 4×4 desert safari camp. This stunning desert landscape is a must-visit destination for any traveler seeking natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and cultural experiences.
We will stay in an overnight desert camp, do bonfire, have some wines, and relax under the stars.
6:30 AM – Head back to Israel
We will go back to Israel and cross the border today. Please make sure to be checked out at the Bedouin camp by 6:20 AM. We need to leave on time because the desert will get really hot! Please prepare your passports and visas as we are going to go back to Israel. We will have breakfast at the Bedouin Camp.
11:00 AM – Full-day West Bank Tour
The West Bank is home to some of the most historic and culturally significant sites in Israel. From Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ, to Jericho, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, there is no shortage of fascinating landmarks to explore.
6:00 PM: Back to Tel Aviv
This is the final night of our Israel and Jordan tour so depending on how we feel that day, we can go out for drinks and snacks! This is optional and you can tap out if you are tired.
9:30 AM – Market tour and farewell brunch
We will go around Carmel Market and have lunch at a top restaurant inside the market. The atmosphere at Carmel Market is simply electric. We will have brunch, drink, eat, and say our goodbyes! My local Israeli friends will also join our farewell party brunch.
2:00 PM (Departure and end of Israel and Jordan Tour):You will be will be transported to anwyhere your want to be dropped off (i.e. airport or another destination).
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What’s included?
- ✅ Expert tour guides: Trisha will be joined with local co-hosts in Israel for you to get a glimpse of the local culture. You will also meet Trisha’s Israeli friends!
- ✅ Accommodations for the 8-day tour: If you want to extend, let us know, and we will help you extend your stay! You can also arrive early if you like – Trisha will be there from October 27th.
- ✅ All ground transportation: private airport pick-up and drop-off (Airconditioned Van), transportation to all the tourist spots
- ✅ Water and snacks: Our van will have water and snacks
- ✅ Entrance fees and tour tickets are all included
- ✅ Travel Concierge: a Concierge will attend to you via Whatsapp to plan your trip. The Concierge will attend to everything you need before and after the trip. We can also help book your flights!
- ✅ Professional photos and videos: a photographer and videographer will join us and we will take your photos and videos – you don’t have to worry about this, we will film and document you all the way! Check Trisha’s Instagram, @psimonmyway for sample photos.
What’s NOT included?
- ❌ Flights to/from Tel Aviv. Our office can help find discounted flights for you!
- ❌ Passport/visa fees to Israel and Jordan
- ❌ Alcoholic drinks
- ❌ Meals and activities not mentioned above
- ❌ Travel insurance (mandatory). Please get your insurance from Ekta Travel or SafetyWing – these are the cheapest travel insurance for Israel and Jordan tour.
- ❌ Other gratuities and tips for the local guides
Terms and Conditions
- 100% refundable until June 30, 2024
- 50% refundable beyond the date above.
- Emergency? You got sick or need to cancel your trip? Get a refund (with 18% IVA charge).
- Travel insurance is mandatory before we accept your payments for this Jordan and Israel Tour. Your insurance will also cover your emergency trip cancelation.
Ras Bahadur Rai
Tuesday 4th of July 2023
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