Marvel at the golden mosaics in one of the most spectacular Islamic buildings in the world, the Omaayyad mosque in Damascus.
Shop in the Damascus souk (market) with its jewellery, spices, carpets, handcrafts, silks, nuts and perfumes.
Tread in the footsteps of St Paul and descend the stone steps to the church of Ananias, where once, it is believed lived the man who cured Saul (St Paul) of his blindness.
Explore the ramparts, dungeons, stables and living quarters of possibly the most magnificent castle in the world, Krak des Chevaliers.
Absorb the atmosphere of long ago Crusader and Moslem battles at Saladin’s Castle and enjoy breakfast overlooking this magnificently sited building.
Stroll along the marble colonnaded main street of Apamea, a Roman city once visited by Mark Antony and Cleopatra.
Be impressed by the array of 5th and 6th century Byzantine mosaics on display at Ma’arat an-Nu’aman.
Unearth the tumultuous past of Aleppo in its citadel and cavaranserai, and wander the labyrinthine alleyways of one of the most romantic and fascinating souks in the Middle East.
Visit the basilica dedicated to St Simeon, possibly the most famous man in the world in the 5th century AD and wonder at the story of how he sat atop a pillar for 40 years….
Admire the sunset over the Roman city of Palmyra – one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and the following night watch the sun disappear from your vantage point on a camel among the ruins themselves.
Explore Palmyra – its magnificent temple, funerary towers, theatre and colonnaded street.
Delight in a dinner in the desert with music and dancing – close to Palmyra’s wonderful buildings.
Clamber up the steps of one of the best preserved Roman theatres in the world at Bosra.
Experience Jordan off the beaten tourist track at Irbid – our base for a glimpse of the Sea of Galilee and the Valley of Jordan.
Be transported back to Roman times watching a chariot race at the Jerash hippodrome.
Have Biblical stories brought to life at Mt Nebo, where Moses was shown the Promised Land and at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, considered by many experts to be the actual baptism site of Jesus Christ.
On a clear day, gaze across the historic Jordan Valley to distant Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Jericho.
Float in the Dead Sea, absorb the amazing setting and maybe even indulge in a spa treatment or two.
Swim, or at the very least, dip your toes into the waters of the Red Sea.
Explore awesome Wadi Rum by four-wheel-drive and encounter local Bedouins en route.
Be blown away by the Nabatean ruins of Petra, a wonder of the world and rightly so.
Make the most of a free day in Petra to revisit the ruins, or climb to the High Places or simply relax in a local café.
Relish Middle Eastern hospitality everywhere we go, along with delicious food and fantastic shopping.
Have fun as we surprise you with the occasional itinerary extra and even a few nights out on the town!
