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From Petra to the Red Sea

Jordan in 12 Days, 10 Nights in Destination

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Discover Jordan on this epic trip! Unearth its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty, and fascinating historical sites as you journey through this ancient land.

Trip Highlights

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    Ajloun Castle
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    Amman
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    Aqaba
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    Dead Sea
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    Jerash
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    Mount Nebo
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    Petra
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    Red Sea
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    Wadi Rum

Included

  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Half board

Availability

  1. Departures available until December 2026

  2. Available Group tours

  3. Solo travelers from + $760

  4. Add up to 4 nights to your stay

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Categories available

  1. charm included

  2. superior from + $500

  3. luxury from + $1,900

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Itinerary

Be seduced by the fascinating Hashemite Kingdom! Discover Amman, the Greco-Roman city of Jerash and see the Castle of Ajloun. Admire the ancient wonders of Petra and sleep under the stars in the Wadi Rum desert. Head to the coastal city of Aqaba to enjoy its paradise beaches, lapped by the abundant Red Sea, before ending your trip by floating on the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea!

1st Day: Australia - Night on board

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Ready to discover the cultural treasures of Jordan? Arrive at your departure airport to board a flight to Amman.* Night on board.

*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

2nd Day: Amman

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Touch down in Amman and transfer to your hotel*. Amman is the modern capital of Jordan but possesses dozens of ancient historical sites, set into the hillside in northern Jordan. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. Dinner** and overnight stay in Amman.
 
*Possibility of booking early check-in in the next step of the booking process.

**Please note: If you arrive at the hotel after 9:00 p.m, dinner will not be included. Instead, you will have the option to reserve a cold packed dinner for an additional charge in the next step of the booking process.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ibis Amman or similar
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3rd Day: Amman - Jerash - Ajloun Castle - Amman

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Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a brief city tour of Amman. See both the new and old parts of the city on a panoramic bus ride. Afterwards, continue to Jerash, known as the 'Pompeii of the East'. Inhabited since the Bronze Age, this amazing Greco-Roman city is the best-preserved example of Roman-era ruins in Jordan. See the impressive Hadrian's Arch, the Hippodrome, the Temple of Artemis and the Roman Theatre, among other highlights, as you explore this amazing archaeological site.

Next, continue to Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin in the 12th-century. One of the most amazing castles in the Middle East, here you can soak up the fabulous views of the Dead Sea from its hilltop vantage point. Return to Amman and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Amman.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ibis Amman or similar
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1031 Reviews

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Activities

included
Brief Panoramic City Tour of Amman

Light

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included
Jerash City Tour

Active

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included
Visit to Ajloun Castle

Moderate

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4th Day: Amman - Madaba - Mount Nebo - Shobak Castle - Petra

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Breakfast at the hotel. Set off for Madaba this morning to see the oldest mosaic map in the world, housed within the historic St. George Church. Continue to Mount Nebo, overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Believed to be the place where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land and later buried, take in the spectacular views of this sacred place.

Next, drive to the fascinating Shobak Castle, a Crusader Castle dating back to 1115. At the end of the visit, head to Petra and check in at the hotel. Spend the evening at your leisure, ready to discover the ancient city in the morning! If you can't wait, we recommend an optional Petra by Night excursion!* Dinner and overnight stay in Petra.

*Optional Petra By Night Excursion: Savour the opportunity to discover the legendary sights of Petra by night! Walk along the Siq Gorge before arriving at the iconic Treasury to admire its legendary candlelit facade. A spectacular sight!

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Maison Petra or similar
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1072 Reviews

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Activities

included
Madaba City Tour & Mount Nebo

Moderate

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included
Visit to Shobak Castle

Active

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Optional
Petra By Night Excursion

Light

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5th Day: Petra

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Breakfast at the hotel. Spend today exploring the famed Nabatean capital on an excursion to Petra! During the visit, discover the most important and representative monuments, sculpted into the rock by this ancient civilization. Admire the Treasury, the famous and most internationally recognised monument, as seen in one of the Indiana Jones movies, along with other highlights such as the Colored Tombs and the Royal Tombs. Let your imagination run wild as you learn about life here in ancient times. Petra is one of those bucket-list destinations that you must visit at least once in your life! A true wonder of the world, enjoy an unforgettable day exploring this incredible site. At the end of the visit, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Petra.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Maison Petra or similar
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1072 Reviews

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Activities

included
Full-Day Tour of Petra

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6th Day: Petra - Little Petra - Wadi Rum

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, head to a lesser-known site named Little Petra, located north of Petra. A narrow gorge of 2 meters wide, this rocky landscape is adorned with typical Nabatean architecture, making this one of the most unique sites in the country. Originally, Little Petra was inhabited by the Nabateans and is home to a number of tombs, water tanks and riverbeds.

Next, continue to beautiful Wadi Rum, the desert made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. Take a 4x4 excursion across the lunar-like landscape for an unforgettable experience. We recommend an optional Stargazing Excursion to discover the secrets of the night's sky!* Dinner under the stars and overnight at the camp in Wadi Rum.

*Optional Wadi Rum Stargazing Experience: Discover the secrets of the night's sky! Head to an area without light pollution and enjoy a 20-minute presentation before viewing the incredible star constellations with the help of telescopes. This excursion is weather dependent. 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Mazayen Rum Camp (Deluxe ... or similar
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520 Reviews

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Activities

included
Little Petra Tour

Moderate

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included
4x4 Desert Safari in Wadi Rum

Moderate

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Optional
Upgrade to a Martian Tent in Wadi Rum
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Optional
Wadi Rum Stargazing Experience

Light

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7th Day: Wadi Rum - Aqaba

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Breakfast at the camp. Leave the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum behind as you transfer to Aqaba, a beautiful coastal city located on the Red Sea, close to the border with Israel. Check-in at the hotel and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, exploring the area or relaxing on the paradise beaches of the Red Sea. Dinner and overnight stay in Aqaba.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Captain's Hotel Aqaba or similar
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308 Reviews

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8th Day: Aqaba

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Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure. Enjoy a stroll through the historic old town, or simply relax on the beach, where you can discover the abundant coral reefs of the Red Sea. In fact, Aqaba is a popular scuba diving destination, home to more than 25 dive sites. Dinner and overnight stay in Aqaba.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Captain's Hotel Aqaba or similar
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308 Reviews

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9th Day: Aqaba

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Breakfast at the hotel.  Enjoy another day at your leisure. If you're interested in uncovering the underwater world,  perhaps take a snorkeling trip to the 'Japanese Garden' diving area, where you can admire some of the most beautiful coral reefs and colorful sea life in the Red Sea. Dinner and overnight stay in Aqaba.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Captain's Hotel Aqaba or similar
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308 Reviews

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10th Day: Aqaba - Amman

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Breakfast at the hotel. Leave the shores of the Red Sea behind as you return to Amman today. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. If time allows, enjoy the evening at your leisure, soaking up the atmosphere of the Jordanian capital. Alternatively, why not take an optional city tour to get to know the most emblematic sights in the city? * Dinner and overnight stay in Amman.

*Optional Amman City Tour with Dinner: Explore Amman this afternoon, the capital of the Hashemite Kingdom founded 7000 years ago. See the city's most emblematic sights including Amman Citadel, Hercules Temple, the Byzantine Church and the Ummayad Palace and pay a visit to the fascinating Amman Archaeological Museum. Head downtown to see the incredible Roman Amphitheatre and the old markets before exploring the newer part of the city. End the tour with an authentic Jordanian dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ibis Amman or similar
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1031 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Amman Afternoon City Tour

Moderate

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11th Day: Amman - Desert Castles - Dead Sea - Amman

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Breakfast at the hotel. Head east today to discover the Desert Castles of Azraq, Kharanah and Amra. Dating from the early Islamic era, the castles were built as retreats for the Caliphs of the time. Explore these historic fortresses and learn more about the history of 7th-century Jordan.

Afterwards, continue to the eternal Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth at an amazing 400-meters below sea level! Take in the spectacular views before enjoying some free time to relax, swim and float in the salty waters! The mineral-rich mud is said to be therapeutic so be sure to treat your skin to a little indulgence! Return to Amman after an action-packed day. Dinner and overnight stay in Amman. 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ibis Amman or similar
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1031 Reviews

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Activities

included
Desert Castles & Dead Sea Full-Day Excursion

Moderate

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12th Day: Amman - Australia

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Breakfast at the hotel*. It's time to bring your adventure through Jordan to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Australia. Arrive in Australia and end your trip**.

*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

**Depending on your choice of flight, you may arrive in Australia the next day or two days later.

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Categories Available:

charm

From $3,999

Selected

  • 9 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.
  • 1 night in a Tent Camp in Wadi Rum.
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superior

From $4,499

  • 9 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.
  • 1 night in a Tent Camp in Wadi Rum.
luxury

From $5,899

  • 9 nights accommodation in Luxury category hotels.
  • 1 night in a Martian Tent in Wadi Rum.

Accommodation: 10 Nights

Included activities

Included

Brief Panoramic City Tour of Amman

Included activity for day 3 in Amman

Begin the day with a brief city tour of Amman. See both the new and old parts of the city on a panoramic bus ride.

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

All timings are approximate and dependent on traffic, weather and local conditions. This timing schedule is intended for guidance only and is subject to change by our guide or driver.

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Included

Jerash City Tour

Included activity for day 3 in Jerash

Inhabited since the Bronze Age, this incredible Greco-Roman city is home to the best-preserved Roman-era ruins in Jordan. See the impressive Hadrian's Arch, the Hippodrome, the Temple of Artemis and the Roman Theatre as you explore Jerash!

Duration 05:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Active

All timings are approximate and dependent on traffic, weather and local conditions. This timing schedule is intended for guidance only and is subject to change by our guide or driver.

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Included

Visit to Ajloun Castle

Included activity for day 3 in Ajloun Castle

Visit Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin in the 12th-century to safeguard the trade route between Damascus and Southern Jordan. One of the most impressive Muslim castles in the Middle East, here you can soak up fabulous views of the Dead Sea.

Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Moderate

All timings are approximate and dependent on traffic, weather and local conditions. This timing schedule is intended for guidance only and is subject to change by our guide or driver.

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Included

Madaba City Tour & Mount Nebo

Included activity for day 4 in Mount Nebo

See the oldest mosaic map in the world, housed within the historic St. George Church in Madaba. Continue to Mount Nebo, overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. It is believed to be the place where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land!

Duration 05:00h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

All timings are approximate and dependent on traffic, weather and local conditions. This timing schedule is intended for guidance only and is subject to change by our guide or driver.

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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
Optional

Petra By Night Excursion

Suggested activity for day 4 in Petra

Savour the opportunity to discover the legendary sights of Petra by night! Walk along the Siq Gorge before arriving at the iconic Treasury to admire its legendary candlelit facade. A spectacular sight!

Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: 20:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

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Optional

Upgrade to a Martian Tent in Wadi Rum

Suggested activity for day 6

Supplement to upgrade to a Martian Tent for one night in the Wadi Rum desert. Enjoy a larger room and unforgettable views of the desert from the panoramic window!

Physical rating:

Light

Optional

Wadi Rum Stargazing Experience

Suggested activity for day 6 in Wadi Rum

Discover the secrets of the night's sky! Head to an area without light pollution and enjoy a 20-minute presentation before viewing the incredible star constellations with the help of telescopes. This excursion is weather dependent.

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: 20:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

more information
Optional

Amman Afternoon City Tour

Suggested activity for day 10 in Amman

See the city's most emblematic sights including Amman Citadel, Hercules Temple, the Byzantine Church and Ummayad Palace. Pay a visit to Amman Archaeological Museum and the Roman Amphitheatre and end the tour with an authentic meal at a local restaurant.

Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Moderate

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The price includes

  • Departures from main Australian airports.
  • International flights: Australia - Amman, Amman - Australia.*
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  • 10 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels and a Tent Camp in Wadi Rum.**
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  • 10 breakfasts and 10 dinners.***
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  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.****
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  • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • Free visa on arrival.*****
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  • 4x4 excursion in Wadi Rum.

Not included

Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in "What's included".

If you arrive in the early hours between 00:00 and 11:30, you must add the optional early check-in to have access to your room immediately. You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process.

To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

Please note: maximum group size is 35 people.

*If you arrive in the early hours between 00:00 and 11:30, you must add the optional early check-in to have access to your room immediately. You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process.

**Important notes regading accommodation:

None of the camps offered in Wadi Rum can be considered as a Luxury option as Luxury camps do not exist in Wadi Rum. All the camps are operated by Bedouins, not Hoteliers. The standard of service is equal between camps but can't be considered equal in comparison to the other hotels offered in the tour.

Tent types and allocation in Wadi Rum are the same for both Charm and Superior Categories. You can upgrade to a Martian Tent during the next step of the booking process, or select our Luxury accommodation category as the Martian tent comes included.

***Add 6 lunches in local restaurants during the Jordan tour in the next step of the booking process (Not available in Aqaba).

***Dinner box supplement (per box/dinner) for the first night is available in the next step of the booking process.

****Please note: the order of the itinerary may differ depending on your arrival day at destination.

Monday and Saturday: 2 nights in Amman, 2 nights in Petra, 1 night in Wadi Rum, 3 nights in Aqaba and  2 nights in Amman.

Tuesday and Sunday: 1 night in Amman, 2 nights in Petra, 1 night in Wadi Rum, 3 nights in Aqaba and 3 nights in Amman.

Friday: 3 nights in Amman, 2 nights in Petra, 1 night in Wadi Rum, 3 nights in Aqaba and 1 night in Amman.

*****Important: If you have purchased the full package with Exoticca, including flights, please note that a copy of the passports of all travelers must be sent to customerservice@exoticca.com once your reservation is complete to arrange your visa. To obtain your free visa upon arrival, managed by our travel partner in Jordan, we require your complete Passport information and a copy as well at least 30 days prior to your departure.

In case you have not purchased your flights with us, you will have to go through this process on your own, which you can do online at  https://moi.gov.jo/EN/Pages/Visa_E_Applications  or at your arrival.

Please note that in case you purchased the full package with Exoticca, including flights, please note that the airport transfer on arrival in Amman will be shared with other travelers in your tour group. A guide will be there to meet you on arrival, but you may be required to wait up to two hours before leaving for the hotel, depending on the flight arrival times.

To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

  • Entry requirements

    Passport with a minimum of six months validity. One page required for stamp.

  • Visa

    A visa is mandatory. This is issued on arrival to the country.

  • Currency

    Jordanian Dinar.

  • Language

    Arabic.

  • Electricity

    220 V. European style plug

  • Health

    There are no mandatory vaccinations for travelers from Australia.

  • Time zone

    UTC + 02:00.

  • Other useful information

    You should always bargain when you go shopping.

  • Tourist Office website

    http://sp.visitjordan.com

Important: Please note that professional cameras, such as those with big zoom lenses, drones of any kind and tripods of any kind are not allowed in Jordan. Bringing these objects into the country can cause delays at the airport so please leave these items at home.

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

Due to adverse weather conditions and/or for safety reasons and/or need to the smoothness of the trip run by our group partner, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary are subject to changes and/or cancellations without notice.

Please note: there are no triple rooms in Jordan hotels and the extra bed are fold-out style, smaller in size than a standard single bed. Triple rooms are not bigger or more spacious because they are occupied by 3 people.

For a three-person occupancy, the only option would be to have one double bed or two single beds and a rollaway or sofa bed. This option is only available under request through our call center.

If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +61 288 235 094 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

Pay in installments

Pay only 60% today to reserve your trip.

Rest is paid in instalments according to your departure date.