Jordan & Syria Tour May 28 - June 6 2027
Ten days of Islamic heritage in Amman, Damascus, Aleppo, Homs and Hama
- 28 May – 6 Jun 2027
- 10 days / 9 nights
- Jordan & Syria
- Jordan & Petra Tours
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Walk in the footsteps of the Prophets, the Sahabah and Salahuddin on a guided ten-day journey through Jordan and Syria - from the Cave of the Seven Sleepers and the Blessed Tree to the Umayyad Mosques of Damascus and Aleppo.
Overview
This is one of our most special journeys: ten days through the lands of Sham, where so much of early Islamic history took place. We begin in Amman with the Cave of the Seven Sleepers and the maqams of Nabi Shu'ayb and Nabi Yusha, stop at the Blessed Tree near Safawi, then cross into Syria to explore Bosra, Damascus, Homs, Hama and Aleppo with licensed local guides.
You will pray in the Umayyad Mosque of Damascus, visit the resting place of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi and the Mosque of the Forty Martyrs on Mount Qasioun, stand in the Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque in Homs, see the ancient waterwheels of Hama and climb to the Citadel of Aleppo, before returning to Jordan past the Yarmouk battlefield region.
Flights
| Route | Date | Flight | Times |
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| London Stansted to Amman | Fri 28 May 2027 | Royal Jordanian, direct | 15:40 - 22:50 |
| Amman to London Stansted | Sun 6 June 2027 | Royal Jordanian, direct | 11:05 - 14:30 |
Hotels
| City | Nights | Hotel | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amman, Jordan | 3 | Golden Tulip Amman (4 star) | Breakfast and dinner at the hotel |
| Damascus, Syria | 4 | Kaisar Hotel or similar (4 star) | Breakfast at the hotel, dinner at a local restaurant |
| Aleppo, Syria | 2 | Riga Palace or similar (4 star) | Breakfast at the hotel, dinner at a local restaurant |
Price: £1,675 per person based on two sharing. Secure your place with a £100 deposit. Spaces are limited.
Itinerary
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1Day 1 - 28 May: Arrival in Amman
Depart London Stansted at 15:40 on a Royal Jordanian direct flight, arriving at Queen Alia International Airport at 22:50. Meet and assist on arrival, then private transfer to the Golden Tulip Amman. Overnight in Amman.
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2Day 2 - 29 May: Amman and Al Salt
After breakfast, a full-day spiritual excursion to the Cave of the Seven Sleepers (Kahf Ahl al-Kahf), the shrine of Nabi Shu'ayb and the maqam of Nabi Yusha (Joshua). Return to Amman for dinner at the hotel and overnight.
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3Day 3 - 30 May: Blessed Tree and Bosra to Damascus
Drive north-east towards Safawi to visit the Sahabi Blessed Tree, under which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ sheltered. Continue via Mafraq to the Jaber-Nasib border into Syria and visit the ancient city of Bosra, including the Al-Mabruk and Al-Omari Mosques (subject to border timing). Transfer to Damascus for dinner at a local restaurant and overnight.
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4Day 4 - 31 May: Damascus spiritual and cultural walking tour
A full-day guided walking tour of the world's oldest continuously inhabited capital: the exterior of Damascus Castle, Al-Hamidiyah Souq, the Umayyad Mosque (resting place of Nabi Yahya), the Mausoleum of Salahuddin al-Ayyubi and Khan As'ad Pasha al-Azem. Walk Straight Street, visit Bab al-Saghir cemetery with the graves of Sahabah and Ahl al-Bayt, the Sayyidah Ruqayya Shrine and the Mosque and Tomb of Shaykh Muhyiddin ibn Arabi, then ascend Mount Qasioun to the Mosque of the Forty Martyrs. Dinner at a traditional Damascus restaurant.
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5Day 5 - 1 June: Damascus to Aleppo via Homs and Hama
Drive north, stopping at the maqam of Hujr ibn Adi. In Homs, visit the Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque. In Hama, see the historic norias (waterwheels), the shrine of the historian Sultan Abu al-Fida, and the Al-Mansour, Al-Muzaffar and Nur al-Din Mosques. Arrive in Aleppo for dinner at an Aleppine restaurant and overnight.
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6Day 6 - 2 June: Aleppo heritage and souqs
Explore the Citadel of Aleppo above the old city, the Great Umayyad Mosque of Aleppo with the shrine of Nabi Zakariya, and the legendary covered souqs and restored bazaars. Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in Aleppo.
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7Day 7 - 3 June: Krak des Chevaliers to Damascus
Travel south to Krak des Chevaliers (Qal'at al-Hosn), one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in the world, then continue to Damascus for dinner and overnight.
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8Day 8 - 4 June: Free day in Damascus
A day at leisure to explore the old quarters, souqs, perfumeries and cafes of Damascus at your own pace (no vehicle on this day). The group gathers in the evening for dinner at a Syrian restaurant.
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9Day 9 - 5 June: Damascus to Amman via Yarmouk
Transfer to the border and cross back into Jordan, visiting a viewpoint over the historic Yarmouk battlefield region (subject to border processing times). Drive south to Amman for dinner at the Golden Tulip and overnight.
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10Day 10 - 6 June: Return to London
Early breakfast or breakfast box, then transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for the Royal Jordanian direct flight at 11:05, arriving at London Stansted at 14:30.
Places you will visit
- Cave of the Seven Sleepers
- Shrine of Nabi Shu'ayb
- Shrine of Nabi Yusha
- Blessed Tree near Safawi
- Bosra (Al-Mabruk and Al-Omari Mosques)
- Umayyad Mosque, Damascus
- Mausoleum of Salahuddin
- Khan As'ad Pasha al-Azem
- Straight Street and Al-Hamidiyah Souq
- Bab al-Saghir
- Sayyidah Ruqayya Shrine
- Muhyiddin ibn Arabi Mosque
- Forty Martyrs Mosque, Mount Qasioun
- Hujr ibn Adi
- Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque, Homs
- Hama norias and mosques
- Aleppo Citadel
- Umayyad Mosque and Zakariya Shrine, Aleppo
- Aleppo covered bazaars
- Krak des Chevaliers
- Yarmouk battlefield region
What's included
What's included
- Direct flights from London Stansted to Amman (Royal Jordanian)
- 23kg checked luggage and 7kg cabin bag
- 3 nights in a 4 star hotel in Amman with breakfast and dinner
- 6 nights in 4 star hotels in Damascus and Aleppo with breakfast and dinner
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Jordan and Syria visas
- All border taxes and entrance fees
- Licensed English-speaking local guides
- Bottled water while touring in Syria
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Tips for drivers and guides
- Optional activities
- Transport on the free day in Damascus
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
Important information
- Passports and visas: your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of travel. For the Syrian visa approval we need a scan of your passport and your profession well before departure - at least 5 working days before arrival, and we will ask for it when you book.
- Border timings: the visits to Bosra (30 May) and the Yarmouk battlefield region (5 June) depend on border clearance times and road conditions on the day.
- Travel advice and insurance: the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) currently advises against all travel to Syria. Travelling against FCDO advice can invalidate standard travel insurance, so you will need cover that specifically includes Syria. Please read the latest FCDO advice before you book.
- This itinerary may change slightly depending on local conditions.
Why book with us
- Over 10 years experience
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- Expertly crafted itineraries
- Unbeatable value
