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Jordan, Israel & the Palestinian Territories Real Food Adventure
14 Days | Discover the rich, earthy flavours of the Middle East
14 days
Start
Tel Aviv, Israel and the Palestinian Territories
Finish
Amman, Jordan
Trip Code
EUZJC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
13 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Jeep
Accommodation
Hotel (12 nights), 1 Night (Desert Camp)
From £4,631(14 days)
Trip Informations
Discover the rich history and richer flavours of Jordan, Israel and the Palestinian Territories on this 14-day Real Food Adventure. Here, the sweeping deserts of Wadi Rum offer themselves to roast Bedouin feasts underground, the Dead Sea grants its salt as a world-class garnish and the region's climate has allowed olives to thrive for over 6000 years. Savour sabiach in Tel Aviv, learn the tricks of tahini from the Samaritans of Nablus, break bread with Druze folk and sample mouth-watering knafeh in Amman. In between these delicious diversions, float on the Dead Sea, see the holy sites of Jerusalem and explore rock-hewn Petra. Brimming with charismatic culture and lively dishes, this is an epicurean odyssey to remember.
Why you’ll love this trip
Let three sisters share their grandmother’s traditional recipes with you during a hands-on cooking class in Amman. Learn how to make a tasty maqluba, one of Jordan’s most beloved dishes.
Feast on classic dishes in Israel’s legendary local eateries, from falafel, knafeh, and maqluba and fresh sabich to an institution in Nazareth acclaimed for its silky hummus.
Uncover ancient traditions and flavours with a Jordanian shepherd over a typical mezze breakfast, a chance to learn about life in the countryside.
Marvel at the majesty of Petra on a guided tour, speed through the desert on a jeep safari in Wadi Rum and float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth.
Share authentic home cooked meals with Druze villagers and a local family in Bethany, and learn about life in Petra when you sit down with a local family for a hearty serving of mansaf.
Is this trip right for you?
The Middle East is a great food destination for vegetarians. With wonderful fresh produce and many delicious local dishes, you'll have a great time on this trip. For vegans we recommend reviewing the itinerary and inclusions to ensure that you will be able to fully participate and enjoy this trip. We also have many other trips to the Middle East which can accommodate a range of dietary requirements.
The West Bank is full of welcoming people, markets and food. It's also one of separation and hardship, however, so crossing through the area can be confronting. This is a politically sensitive region, and we do our best to provide a balanced overview. We ask that travellers keep an open mind when they visit.
Major sites can become congested during peak travel periods with buses of large pilgrim groups. While we do our best to plan our visits around these times, it’s not always possible. There may be delays, queues and private services that prevent us from entering some sites. Your leader will manage this as best as they can on the day.
During your trip you will visit numerous religious sites. You will need to bring clothes that cover the arms and legs. Your leader will advise when such clothing is necessary.
Israel and the Palestinian Territories is by no means a cheap destination, so it’s important to budget accordingly. The good news is that your expert local leader is on hand to help you uncover the best local deals.
Known as 'baksheesh' in the Middle East, tipping is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. Don’t be taken back if this tipping culture is even more apparent here.
Temperatures can vary across this region and throughout the year. From April to October, to avoid the midday heat, we start some days very early e.g. 6am. Be sure to review the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information and consider the weather at the time of year you wish to travel.
The desert camp in Wadi Rum is basic, but incredibly memorable. There are tents and shared western bathroom facilities. Please be aware that while the desert may be very hot during the day, it will still be cool at night and warm clothes and a sleeping bag are highly recommended when travelling outside of the summer months.
Ramadan is an annual month-long festival, during which travel can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the day, such as restaurants or cafes, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You'll find dates and further information in the 'Climate and seasonal information' section of the Essential Trip Information.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
13 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Jeep
Accommodation
Hotel (12 nights), 1 Night (Desert Camp)
Activities
Tel Aviv - Welcome Dinner
Haifa - Bahai Gardens view & photo stop
Jaffa - Old Port
Druze Village - Cooking demonstration and home-cooked meal
Nazareth - Wine Tasting
Akko - Old Town walk
Nazareth - Knafeh maker visit and tasting
Nazareth - Church of Annunciation & Mary's Well
Nazareth - Old City walking tour
Jordan River - Baptism Site
Jericho - Tel Jericho
Bethany - Home-cooked meal of maqluba
Dead Sea - Visit and float
Jerusalem - Mount of Olives
Jerusalem - Garden of Gethsemane
Jerusalem - Church of All Nations
Jerusalem - Guided tour of Old City
Jerusalem - Guided tour of Machane Yehuda Market and Nachlaot
Ramallah - Food tour with a local chef
Taybeh - Brewery tour and tasting
Nablus - Samaritan & Tahini Factory visit
Battir - Guided Village Walk
Bethlehem - Church of the Nativity & Shepherds' Field
Bethlehem - Leader-led walking tour
Bethlehem - Refugee Camp Cooking Class
Amman - Welcome Dinner
Madaba - St Georges Church
Petra - Home-cooked meal
Petra - Leader-led tour of Petra
Wadi Rum - 4WD jeep safari
Wadi Rum - Zarb Local Dinner
Petra - Breakfast with a shepherd
Amman - Beit Sitti maqluba cooking class and meal
Amman - Knafeh tasting
Add on activities
Jericho - Hisham's Palace - ILS10
Petra - Petra By Night - JOD17
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 12 (Desert Camp) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. While we endeavour to cater for specific dietary requirements, some meals and food activities are set in advance and may be difficult to adjust. Please advise us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking so that we can ensure you’ll enjoy this trip.
3. Petra By Night is offered as an optional activity. This activity is currently scheduled to operate on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please check your departure date if you are planning this activity as it is not available on all departures.
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