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Cultural Gems in Jordan: Royal Automobile Museum |
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See the vintage cars owned by King Hussein and get a glimpse into the automotive progress of Jordan
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The Royal Automobile Museum depicts the history of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan from the early 1920's until the present day. This unique museum affords the visitor an insight into the history of the Kingdom through the exhibited cars from the era of King Abdullah I, the founder of the Kingdom, to the era of King Abdullah II. The featured cars also highlight the life of the late King Hussein and his reign..Rare photo archives and video footage are shown throughout the museum, highlighting the many aspects of the late King Hussein’s leadership. A multimedia room, a library as well as a souvenir shop are available to enable a comprehensive historical experience. Car buffs can feast their eyes on a 1952 Lincoln Capri, a 1936 Cord 810 and a sport 1955 Mercedes Benz 300SLwhich are just a few of the ‘wheels’ on display.
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More products in category : Middle East > Jordan
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Jordan’s Nature Reserves: Azraq Wetland and Shumari Reserve Excursion
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 Azraq Wetland Reserve & Shumari Reserve
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...for rest or nesting. Created in 1975 by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, the small Shumari Reserve is home to some of the rarest animal species in the Middle East....
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Famous Biblical Sites in Jordan: Sightseeing Tour of Bethany
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...views of the Dead Sea. Take a tour of the religious site of Bethany to explore firsthand the foundations of Christianity
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City Sightseeing Tour of Aqaba
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 City Tour of Aqaba
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...visit to the Aqaba Castle and the museum. Marine life enthusiasts can visit the Aquarium at the Marine Science Station Complex, to see colourful shoals of fish swim past. Discover...
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Excursion to Jordan’s Desert Castles
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...the eighth century. Called castles because of their imposing stature, the desert complexes actually served various purposes as caravan stations, agriculture and trade centres, resort...
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Around Jordan in 8 Days
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A sightseeing excursion to the spectacular Wadi Rum desert, the historical capital city of Amman and the beautiful beaches of Aqaba, is a great way to get a flavour of Jordan....
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Historical Tour of Jordan’s Ancient Sites: Umm Qais and Pella
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 Visit Pella and Um Qais
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...also find mention in the Biblical texts. Explore 6000 years of history excavated at the ancient city of Pella. Admire the entrancing canvas of the Golan Heights in Syria, the Sea of...
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Jordan’s Archeological Marvels: Historical Tour of Jerash
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 Tour to Jerash
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...hilltop temples, handsome theaters, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls pierced by towers and gates. This ancient city also has a rare distinction of...
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Natural Attractions in Jordan: Tour to Hammamat Ma’in Hot Springs and Waterfall
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...is also linked to the Biblical Herod the Great who is said to have bathed in its medicinal waters. These thermal falls originate from winter rainfalls in the highland plains of Jordan...
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Adventure Tours in Jordan: Hiking in the Mujib Nature Reserve
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 Mujib Nature Reserve & Hiking at Ibex Trail
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...streams flow through many of the wadis (valleys), supporting luxurious aquatic plants in the river beds. The area is a nature-lover’s paradise, with its spectacular bio-diversity...
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Hiking Tour of Dana Nature Reserve
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 Visit to Dana Nature Reserve with 2 hours hiking
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...lizard, grey wolf, Nubian ibex, the lesser kestrel and the eagle owl. The bewitching Dana Nature Reserve is one trip not to be missed while in Amman, Jordan.
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Historical and Scenic Landmarks of Jordan
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 North Jordan 5days/4 Nights
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...the ancient towns of Jerash, Pella and Gadara, sites that harbour spectacular views and plenty of history, an ideal combination for interesting sightseeing. Enjoy a tour of the city...
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Sightseeing Tour of Biblical Sites in Jordan: Madaba and Mt.Nebo
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...This map of the Holy Land depicts the region from Jerusalem to the Nile and covers all the major holy sites in the Middle East. Mount Nebo is one of the most revered holy sites of...
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Health and Rejuvenation Tours in Jordan: Dead Sea Spa Hotel
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 Full day Tour To Dead Sea
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...quality to it. Blessed with year-round pleasant weather, an enriched oxygen atmosphere, world famous mineral-rich mud, and luxurious spas, the Dead Sea is a major international beauty...
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Royal Diving Club near Aqaba, Jordan
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 Diving at Royal Diving Club
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Spend a day at leisure in Jordan as you go snorkelling, diving and swimming in the Royal Diving Club near Aqaba. Offering a perfect combination of sun and sand, this diving club...
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Historic Tour of Madaba’s St. George Greek Orthodox Church
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 Visit to St. George Church with lunch
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...St George Greek Orthodox Church, and Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. The remains of Roman roads and civic architecture are also evident all around. On the floor of the Greek Orthodox...
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Southern Jordan and Aqaba City Tour
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 5 Days/4 Nights Aqaba& Wadi Rum
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...is the main attraction for the tourists from world over, with splendid coral reefs and colourful marine life. Become a ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ in your own stride as you explore...
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Petra and Wadi Rum Exploration in South Jordan
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 5 Days/4 Nights Petra & Wadi Rum
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Enjoy the beauty of the southern region of Jordan and explore the Wadi Rum and the ancient ruins of Petra. Become a ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ in your own stride as you explore...
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Sightseeing Tour of Petra, the ‘Rose-Red’ City
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 Full Day Petra
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Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, a city that is arguably the most beautiful in all of the Middle East. A legacy of the Nabataeans, the site of this magnificent...
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Desert Monuments in Jordan: Tour of Kerak Castle
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Get an insight into the interesting history and culture of Jordan on this excursion to the Kerak Castle. Built by the Baudouin king of Jerusalem in 1132 A.D. the fortress is a...
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Romancing the Desert: Hiking in Wadi Rum
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 Hiking in Wadi Rum
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...and towering sandstone mountains rising out of the sand. A major chunk of David Lean’s epic movie Lawrence of Arabia was filmed in Wadi Rum. The vast silence and grandeur of...
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Historical Tour to Shobak Castle
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 Shobak Castle
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...called “Mont Real” as it is perched on the side of a rocky, conical mountain, with a grand sweep of fruits tree below. The castle exterior is impressive with a forbidding...
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Heritage Tours in Petra: Ammarin Bedouin Camp
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 Ammarin Camp in Petra
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...Bedouin tents behind the main tents are spread around the large camp area. This fascinating a museum showcases the lifestyle of the Ammarin Bedouins. Experience the alluring atmosphere...
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Jordan - A Historic and Cultural Tour
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 8 days / 7 nights tour of Jordan
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Enjoy the picturesque beauty of Jordan, against a backdrop of its interesting history and culture. On this tour, witness the imposing architecture at the'Rose Red City’ of...
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Jordan’s Desert Monuments: Tour of Ajloun Castle
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 Ajloun Castle Qalat Al Rabad
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...of medieval Arab-Islamic military architecture. It was built in 1184 A.D. by the Muslim Sultan Saladdin in order to resist the Crusaders from invading and to protect the trade and...
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Adventure Tours in Amman: Hiking in the Ajloun Woodland Reserve
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 Hiking inside Ajloun Woodland reserve
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...the Ajloun Castle, the preserve has five hiking trails. The forest is home to typical forest animals, including herds of wild boar. The Reserve runs a special breeding program for the rare and beautiful Roe deer and Persian Fallow deer.
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Amman City Sightseeing Tour
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 Amman City Tour
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...to 720 AD. Pay a visit to the Ottoman-style King Abdullah I Mosque, a grand monument of the modern times. The city also has colourful souks and shopping malls, selling everything from...
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Historical and Archaeological Tour of Jordan
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...miss out a visit to Bethany-Beyond-the-Jordan, the site where Jesus Christ was baptised by John. Appreciate the Hellenistic fa
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Sightseeing Tour of Petra, the ‘Rose-Red’ City
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, a city that is arguably the most beautiful in all of the Middle East. A legacy of the Nabataeans, the site of this magnificent city was lost to the...
Famous Biblical Sites in Jordan: Sightseeing Tour of Bethany
Stunning archaeological discoveries between the Jordan River and Tell al-Kharrar since 1996 have identified this area as biblical 'Bethany beyond the Jordan', where John the Baptist was living when...
Excursion to Jordan’s Desert Castles
Go back in time to the era of military campaigns and desert warfare as you explore Jordan’s imposing Desert Castles, many dating back to the first half of the 8th century. Their fine mosaics,...
...with hundreds of lush trees surrounding natural and man-made pools, some pools dating...
...met and where the foundations of the early Christian faith were laid. Ancient prophets...
...climate and idyllic setting, Aqaba is Jordan’s year-round aquatic playground....
...inspired by the best in Persian and Graeco-Roman traditions, tell countless stories...
...city of Amman and the beautiful beaches of Aqaba, is a great way to get a flavour...
...Qais and Pella ruins, also find mention in the Biblical texts. Explore 6000 years...
...the ‘Pompeii of the East’, artifacts and buildings dating back to the...
...Sea. The site is also linked to the Biblical Herod the Great who is said to have...
...at the Dead Sea. Seasonal streams flow through many of the wadis (valleys), supporting...
...give an unparalleled charm to this place. Walking04 and hiking are among the most...
...and explore the ancient towns of Jerash, Pella and Gadara, sites that harbour...
...Greek Orthodox Church. This map of the Holy Land depicts the region from Jerusalem...
...The mountains flanking it on the east and the rolling hills of Jerusalem on the...
...the Royal Diving Club near Aqaba. Offering a perfect combination of sun and sand,...
...most famous for its St George Greek Orthodox Church, and Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics....
...south amalgamates the true essence of the country. The typical ‘sun and sand’...
...the ancient ruins of Petra. Become a ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ in your...
...beautiful in all of the Middle East. A legacy of the Nabataeans, the site of...
...to the Kerak Castle. Built by the Baudouin king of Jerusalem in 1132 A.D. the...
...of deep ancient valleys and towering sandstone mountains rising out of the sand....
...castle is also called “Mont Real” as it is perched on the side of a...
...them. This site consists of two open, large Bedouin tents that are set up around...
...mysteriously buoyant blue waters or get yourself pampered in a seashore spa. Don’t...
...out as a fine example of medieval Arab-Islamic military architecture. It was built...
...hill country, dominated by open woodlands of oak trees, interspersed with pistachio,...
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