Jordan Trip Itinerary

July 19 - August 1, 2025

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Day 1 - Saturday, July 19

Departure Day - Chicago to Abu Dhabi

• 1:55 PM CST - Flight EY10 departure from Chicago to Abu Dhabi
• Travel day - in-flight entertainment and rest

Day 2 - Sunday, July 20

Abu Dhabi Exploration Day

• Arrive in Abu Dhabi (morning)
• Morning - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque visit
• Afternoon - Emirates Palace luxury experience
• Midday - Yas Island entertainment and activities
• Evening - Louvre Abu Dhabi cultural visit
• Overnight in Abu Dhabi

Day 3 - Monday, July 21

Transit Day - Abu Dhabi to Amman

• 2:00 AM - Flight EY589 departure to Amman
• 4:45 AM - Arrive in Amman
• Check into Jabal Weibdeh bulbul Airbnb (Dirar Ben Al Azwar 27)
• Rest and recover from overnight flight
• Light exploration of Weibdeh neighborhood
• Early rest to adjust to time zone

Day 4 - Tuesday, July 22

Amman City Day

• Morning - Explore downtown Amman
• Visit Roman Theater (ancient amphitheater)
• Afternoon - Free time for shopping or relaxation
• 7:00 PM - Dinner reservation at Dara Dining

Day 5 - Wednesday, July 23

Jerash Day Trip

• Full day excursion to Jerash (ancient Roman city)
• Explore the archaeological site
• Return to Amman in evening

Day 6 - Thursday, July 24

Family Day

• Dedicated time with family
• Family activities and gatherings

Day 7 - Friday, July 25

Open Day - Options Include:

• Additional Amman exploration
• Shopping at local markets
• Visit to Amman Citadel
• Dead Sea day trip
• Rest and preparation for Petra

Day 8 - Saturday, July 26

Open Day - Options Include:

• Cultural sites in Amman
• Mount Nebo day trip
• Madaba mosaic tour
• Personal time
• Packing for Petra portion

Day 9 - Sunday, July 27

Travel to Petra

• Travel from Amman to Petra
• Check into Old Village Hotel and Resort
• Evening - Rest and prepare for Petra exploration
• Optional - Petra by Night tour

Day 10 - Monday, July 28

Petra Morning + Wadi Rum

• Morning - Petra exploration
  • Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
  • Main trail highlights
• Afternoon - Depart for Wadi Rum
• Check into Valley Resort, Wadi Rum
• Evening - Desert sunset and stargazing

Day 11 - Tuesday, July 29

Wadi Rum to Aqaba - Departure

• Morning - Final Wadi Rum desert activities
• Check out and travel to Aqaba
• 10:00 PM - Flight RJ307 from Aqaba back to Amman

Day 12 - Wednesday, July 30

Open Day in Amman

• Final day for any missed activities or relaxation

Day 13 - Thursday, July 31

Abu Dhabi Return

• 7:50 AM - Flight EY590 to Abu Dhabi from Amman
• 12:00 PM - Arrive in Abu Dhabi
• Full day and evening in Abu Dhabi
• Final shopping and activities

Day 14 - Friday, August 1

Return to Chicago

• 2:55 AM - Flight departure from Abu Dhabi
• 8:45 AM CST - Arrive in Chicago
• Trip Complete!

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Quick Reference

Trip Overview

• Total Duration: 14 days
• Countries: UAE (Abu Dhabi), Jordan (Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba)

Key Accommodations

• Amman: Jabal Weibdeh bulbul Airbnb - Dirar Ben Al Azwar 27
• Petra: Old Village Hotel & Resort
• Wadi Rum: Valley Resort

Important Flight Details

• Outbound: EY10 Chicago → Abu Dhabi (July 19, 1:55 PM CST)
• Abu Dhabi → Amman: EY589 (July 21, 2:00 AM)
• Aqaba → Amman: RJ307 (July 29, 10:00 PM)
• Amman → Abu Dhabi: EY590 (July 31, 7:50 AM)
• Return: Abu Dhabi → Chicago (August 1, 2:55 AM, arrive 8:45 AM CST)

Key Reservations

• Dara Dining - July 22, 7:00 PM