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In a land of sandstone desert and Muslim mosques, see ancient settlements and cultural sites. Float in the Dead Sea’s dense saltwater.

On the path to the Siq are three sandstone behemoths whose meaning and functionality continue to baffle archaeologists millennia after their construction.

With its spectacular vistas of red sand and blue skies and incredible camping sites, this desert is an essential stop on any journey through Jordan. 

Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem. 

One of the world’s most important pilgrimage sites has special meaning for Muslims, Jews and Christians, with numerous well-known religious locations.  

Explore an amazing sandstone canyon and marvel at the towering façades and tombs of this long-lost Jordanian city, one of the “New” Seven Wonders of the World.

Set on the Red Sea, this coastal resort town is one of the world’s best snorkeling destinations and an idyllic beach getaway.

This architectural gem of a museum houses some of the finest art collections in the Middle East, from classic to contemporary.

With its spectacular vistas of red sand and blue skies and incredible camping sites, this desert is an essential stop on any journey through Jordan. 

This architectural gem of a museum houses some of the finest art collections in the Middle East, from classic to contemporary.

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

One of the world’s most important pilgrimage sites has special meaning for Muslims, Jews and Christians, with numerous well-known religious locations.  

Find your own patch of sand on one of the loveliest beaches in Tel Aviv, a waterfront destination popular among both tourists and locals. 

This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.

Escape from the noise of central Tel Aviv to a relaxing park famed for its dramatic sculptures and high vantage point over the city.

Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.

Stroll around one of the most stylish quarters of Tel Aviv, appreciating the artsy ambiance and enjoying late-night parties with its youthful population.

In the commercial center of Jerusalem, glitzy boutiques line old-fashioned streets and upscale neighborhoods bustle with locals and visitors alike.

In the commercial center of Jerusalem, glitzy boutiques line old-fashioned streets and upscale neighborhoods bustle with locals and visitors alike.

Wander the narrow, winding streets of this ancient port district and shop in its flea market where you will find almost anything and everything for sale.

In the commercial center of Jerusalem, glitzy boutiques line old-fashioned streets and upscale neighborhoods bustle with locals and visitors alike.

Visit this holy place to learn about its significance for Muslim, Jewish and Christian people and to enjoy panoramic views of Jerusalem. 

Experience Israel at its most modern in the thriving coastal city of Tel Aviv, a cosmopolitan cultural hub lined with stunning beaches.