Jerash, Wadi Rum, Petra, and the Dead Sea
Jordan Private Journey
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In addition to Petra, Jerash, and Kerak, your journey also includes an overnight at a tented camp in Wadi Rum, haunt of T. E. Lawrence. 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Amman is one of the most ancient cities in the world, with archaeological finds dating back 3,000 years. Inhabited since the Bronze Age, the city is mentioned in the Old Testament and it was here that David met Bathsheba. Amman is also the very modern capital of Jordan. Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel, located in the diplomatic district of Amman, within walking distance of the old city center...Meals on your own","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Amman \/ Jerash","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After breakfast, meet your private guide for the trip and begin with a city tour of Amman, including its Citadel, archeological museum, and Roman theater, then visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash. Located 30 miles north of Amman, Jerash is an archaeological masterpiece framed by the hills of Gilead. It was founded by the soldiers of Alexander the Great during the 4th century BC and later joined the Roman Decapolis. The city was organized along a grid of wide, colonnaded streets. These expanded at the two major intersections to form small, circular piazzas that contain four-pillar monuments and, at the south gate, a large oval forum. Other monuments of this prosperous Roman city—considered one of the best preserved provincial cities of the Roman Empire—include a triumphal arch, a stadium, a monumental fountain, and temples. Jerash's main ruins were identified in 1806 by German traveler Ulrich Seetzen. Restoration began in 1925 under the British Mandate. Most of the ruins at Jerash date from the Roman and Byzantine eras. 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At Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics, St. George's Church houses a world-famous mosaic floor that is a large map of Palestine, including a detailed mosaic of Jerusalem as it was during the 6th century AD. After lunch in Madaba, continue on to Shobak. Set on the edge of plateau with its imposing brick walls, the Shobak Castle was built by the Crusader king Baldwin I in 1115 AD. After its fall to the armies of Saladin in 1189 AD, it was occupied by the Mamluks, who expanded its complex. The castle itself has many secret passageways, and we'll pass under arches, walk through tunnels, and see the ruins of a lesser-visited crusade fortress. Continue to the Petra Movenpick Resort in time for dinner and overnight.\r\n\r\nPetra By Night\r\nTo visit Petra during daylight is awe-inspiring, but to experience it at night by the light of 1,800 candles is out-of-this-world! Walk a candle-lit path through the Siq to the Khazneh and enjoy the haunting music of the Bedouins performed in front of the Treasury. Tours start at 8:30pm and finish at 10:.00pm. Available Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. We can purchase tickets for you ahead of time if you are interested. Please call for details.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Petra","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today's full-day visit begins around 9 a.m. with a short horseback ride (or walk) from the main gate of Petra to the entrance of the old city. From here, walk through the narrow canyon called the Siq to visit the rose-red city of Petra. The city was a fortress carved out of craggy rocks in an area that was virtually inaccessible. In the first and second century AD, after the Romans took over, Petra reached the peak of its fame. The archaeological site covers an area of about 50 square miles, with over 800 monuments excavated. Petra's famous Al-Khazneh (“Treasury”) was featured in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Enjoy a buffet lunch inside Petra at the Basin Restaurant and continue your visit in the afternoon. This evening, enjoy an optional cooking class for a chance to learn about Jordanian cuisine. Overnight at the Petra Movenpick Resort.\r\n \r\nPetra: The fabled ruin called Petra was carved from solid red sandstone in the 3rd century BC. It was the capital of the Nabataens, a nomadic Arabian tribe who ruled the Trans-Jordan area in pre-Roman times and derived their great wealth and power from the passing trade caravans. With the rise of the coastal trading center at Palmyra and the opening of sea trade routes, Petra declined in importance and was forgotten by the outside world for 1,000 years. In 1812, Swiss explorer John Lewis Burckhardt, a young convert to Islam traveling the Middle East's deserts in Bedouin disguise, heard local Bedouins tell of fantastic ruins hidden in the mountains of Wadi Musa. He persuaded one to lead him there. His journal and sketches of Petra eventually made their way to London, where they inspired many to seek this lost city. Petra is spectacularly set on the edge of the Wadi Araba, where sheer sandstone hills form a deep canyon that protects the city in all directions. The sandstone is a deep rust color banded with gray and yellow and shades in between. The modern town outside of Petra is called Wadi Musa (Valley of Moses). This is the spot where Moses is thought to have struck the rock, bringing water flowing forth as it does today.\r\n\r\nRose-Red Petra: John William Burgon took his degree from Oxford in 1845 and the same year wrote his famous sonnet for Petra, a site that he had never visited. The last two lines are an oft' quoted description of this epic lost city.\r\n \r\n It seems no work of Man's creative hand,\r\n by labor wrought as wavering fancy planned;\r\n But from the rock as if by magic grown,\r\n eternal, silent, beautiful, alone!\r\n Not virgin-white like that old Doric shrine,\r\n where erst Athena held her rites divine;\r\n Not saintly-grey, like many a minster fane,\r\n that crowns the hill and consecrates the plain;\r\n But rose-red as if the blush of dawn,\r\n that first beheld them were not yet withdrawn;\r\n The hues of youth upon a brow of woe,\r\n which Man deemed old two thousand years ago,\r\n match me such marvel save in Eastern clime,\r\n a rose-red city half as old as time.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Wadi Rum","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Depart this morning for Wadi Rum, and on arrival, enjoy an optional ride by camel (or on foot) to T. 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Today it is still home to a number of Bedouin families, who welcome visitors with hospitality and generosity.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Wadi Rum \/ Dead Sea","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After a short walk this morning to a small natural arch with inscriptions dating from the time of the Nabateans, the builders of Petra 2,000 years ago, continue to the legendary Dead Sea, where you enjoy lunch on your own. The rest of the day is at leisure for swimming. Overnight at the 5-star Dead Sea Movenpick Resort & Zara Spa, built of traditional local stone and handcrafted woods, with an impressive collection of antiques and artwork.\r\n\r\nThe Dead Sea: Ever since the days of Herod the Great, people have flocked to the Dead Sea in search of its curative secrets. Due to high annual temperatures, low humidity, and high atmospheric pressure, the air is extremely oxygenated. With the highest content of minerals and salts in the world, the Dead Sea waters are thought to possess healing properties, and the dark mud found on the shores has been used for therapeutic purposes for over 2,000 years.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Depart","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Transfer to the Amman airport (45 minutes) for your departing flight.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":1,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Jerash's Roman Ruins","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Explore Amman on a city tour including the Citadel, Byzantine Church, Umayyad Palace, and the Archaeological Museum, then head to the fabulously preserved Roman ruins at Jerash, an archaeological masterpiece framed by the hills of Gilead. 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Rediscovered early in the 19th century, this World Heritage Site is a spectacular tour de force of architecture. Walk through the narrow defile called the Siq and set your eyes on the breathtaking Al Khazneh (Treasury), which was featured in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Wadi Rum","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"The landscape of Wadi Rum, with its immensity, ever-changing palette of colors, and awe-inspiring rock spires, creates an other-worldly atmosphere. Enjoy an optional ride by camel (or on foot) to T. E. Lawrence's spring and explore by 4WD to savor the majesty of the desert. Overnight at Wadi Rum Night Camp, a simple desert getaway in a superb wilderness setting.","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Wadi Rum \/ Dead Sea","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After a short walk this morning to a small natural arch with inscriptions dating from the time of the Nabateans, the builders of Petra 2,000 years ago, continue to your hotel at the legendary Dead Sea, with the afternoon at leisure. 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Overview
Fabled Petra, long-lost city of the Nabateans, Jerash, a fabulously preserved Roman city, the great Crusader castle at Kerak—the ancient legacy of Jordan is rivaled only by the stunning beauty of the landscape, exemplified by the stunning desert canyon of Wadi Rum. On this Private Journey, take in the extraordinary wonder of the “rose-red” city of Petra, a desert fortress carved out of craggy rocks in a remote canyon in the 3rd century BC, forgotten by the outside world for 1,000 years, then rediscovered in 1812 by a Swiss explorer. In addition to Petra, Jerash, and Kerak, your journey also includes an overnight at a tented camp in Wadi Rum, haunt of T. E. Lawrence. Throughout the trip, enjoy the leadership of a private English-speaking guide, wonderful accommodations, air-conditioned vehicles, and lots of wonderful interactions with the Jordanians, among the most hospitable people in the world.
Arrive: Amman, Jordan
Depart: Amman, Jordan
Highlights
- Fabled Petra, an amazing lost city hidden in a desert canyon for 2,000 years
- Spectacular desert canyon of Wadi Rum, haunt of T. E. Lawrence; the legendary Dead Sea
- Jerash, a magnificent Roman city
Itinerary
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Explore Amman on a city tour including the Citadel, Byzantine Church, Umayyad Palace, and the Archaeological Museum, then head to the fabulously preserved Roman ruins at Jerash, an archaeological masterpiece framed by the hills of Gilead. Jerash's monuments include a triumphal arch, stadium, huge fountain, temples, and colonnaded streets.
En route to Petra, visit Madaba, whose St. George's Church houses a world-famous mosaic floor, and Mount Nebo, the site where Moses viewed the Holy Land, then continue to Petra, “a rose-red city half as old as time.” This remote city is one of the great treasures of the ancient world (and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World!). Its dazzling desert setting is unmatched and its elaborately carved temples, hewn into the red and golden sandstone cliffs by the mysterious Nabatean people 2,000 years ago, are simply spellbinding. Rediscovered early in the 19th century, this World Heritage Site is a spectacular tour de force of architecture. Walk through the narrow defile called the Siq and set your eyes on the breathtaking Al Khazneh (Treasury), which was featured in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
The landscape of Wadi Rum, with its immensity, ever-changing palette of colors, and awe-inspiring rock spires, creates an other-worldly atmosphere. Enjoy an optional ride by camel (or on foot) to T. E. Lawrence's spring and explore by 4WD to savor the majesty of the desert. Overnight at Wadi Rum Night Camp, a simple desert getaway in a superb wilderness setting.
After a short walk this morning to a small natural arch with inscriptions dating from the time of the Nabateans, the builders of Petra 2,000 years ago, continue to your hotel at the legendary Dead Sea, with the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the 5-star Dead Sea Movenpick Resort & Zara Spa.
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to the Amman airport for departure on homeward-bound flights.
Dates & Pricing
Best months to go: October to December & February to June. For our Private Journeys, you choose your own group and your preferred dates. Prices are not guaranteed until services are confirmed. Contact us for availability, questions, or to book your adventure!Payment & Cancel Schedule
At time of reservation: 25% of trip cost
90 days prior to departure: Balance
*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Minimum fee: 25% of trip cost
90 days or less: 100% of trip cost
*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.
Included
- Expert leadership of an English-speaking guide from morning of Day 2 until morning of Day 6
- Accommodations in hotels and tented camp
- All meals included except dinners as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Transfers and excursions in private air-conditioned car with English-speaking driver
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Porterage at airports and hotels
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to guide, driver, waiters, etc.
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
- Visa fees
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
InterContinental Amman
Days 1-2 (2 nights)
The Intercontinental offers comfortable rooms and a central location within walking distance of town. The hotel has a spa and a choice of cuisine in its three different restaurants as well as a casual deli café.
Petra Movenpick Resort
Days 3-4 (2 nights)
The best thing about the Petra Movenpick Resort is its prime location: just steps from the entrance to one of the most magical sites in the world. This is greatly appreciated after a long day of exploring on foot—and it's also nice to be able to get there first thing in the morning before most other groups arrive! The hotel features a pleasant rooftop restaurant/bar and an outdoor pool, and offers magnificent views across the desert. Be sure to sample the hotel's selection of ice creams (the mango is especially good!).
Hayat Rum
Day 5 (1 night)
Experience true Bedouin hospitality at this eco-friendly camp, nestled in the heart of Wadi Rum. With eight tented suites and two duplex lodges, you're in for a wonderful glamping experience par excellence. Each stylish tent offers stunning views of the desert from every angle (even the shower!) and has a private bathroom, terrace and seating area, and air conditioning. Two onsite restaurants offer traditional Arabian food and memorable starlit dinners.Optional Upgrade: Discovery Bedu
Dead Sea Movenpick Resort
Day 6 (1 night)
Set among lush gardens on the northern shores of the Dead Sea, this resort is built of traditional local stone and handcrafted woods, and features tastefully decorated rooms with many amenities. Recreational facilities include the beach (a float in the salty sea is a must, but wear water shoes as the bottom is stony), an infinity swimming pool (among others), and a luxurious spa that's all about pampering the senses. Tip: book your spa treatments prior to arrival—it would be a shame to get there and find they were all booked up!
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What the Trip is Like
This trip is rated Level 2, Easy to Moderate, according to our trip grading system. It is an overland touring trip with day walks to explore the fascinating temples and wonderful towns of this ancient and modern civilization. It can be enjoyed by anyone in good health who has no mobility restrictions.
The best times to visit are October-December and March-June to enjoy the warm days and cool evenings. Temperatures range from 68-80°F. Summers are hot, with temperatures running 90-100°F. November to March is the rainy season. In the desert, the contrast between day and night temperatures is dramatic.
Client Testimonials
"The trip was excellent. Everyone was very smooth and efficient and the guides were top-notch."
Arne F.
Seattle, WA
"Petra was exceptional. The night walk to the Treasury the night that we arrived was magical and a very special introduction to the site!"
Carol H.
Villa Park, CA
"A wonderful itinerary, excellent tour guide, perfect vacation. Our guide was professional, respectful, friendly, knowledgable, thoughtful, and a delight to be around."
Courtney V.
Frederick, MD
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With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
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- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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Find the Toucan Club tab on the home page of our website and choose Helpful Links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/ toucan\/links\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/ toucan\/links<\/a>.<\/p>","System_About_Private_Journeys":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-17T11:00:24 --><p>Wilderness Travel Private Journeys are designed for people who want to travel with their own small private group, but who still want to experience the same superb itinerary design, great accommodations, and signature quality of Wilderness Travel's escorted group trips. These Private Journeys allow you to choose your own dates and your traveling companions -- even if it's just the two of you -- yet still enjoy a guided adventure.<\/p>","System_About_New_Trips":"","System_Social_Media":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:33:43 --><p><strong>SOCIAL MEDIA:<\/strong> We invite you to share your adventure with us on social media. 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If you cannot find your email confirmation, please contact Travelex's Customer Solutions team at 844-877-1885 or e-mail customersolutions@travelexinsurance.com. If you have not purchased Travelex insurance already, you have the option to do so up to 24 hours prior to your departure.<\/p>","System_Covid-19_Travel_Requirements":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-04-19T13:27:44 --><p><strong>COVID-19 TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:<\/strong> Please double-check COVID-19 entry requirements for any countries you may be traveling to or transiting through, on this website: <a href=\"apply.joinsherpa.com\/travel-restrictions\">apply.joinsherpa.com\/travel-restrictions<\/a><\/p>","System_Pre-Trip_Safety":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:37:06 --><p><strong>PRE-TRIP SAFETY:<\/strong> In the next weeks, we encourage you to do everything possible to stay healthy. Please practice social distancing, steer clear of potential COVID-19 exposure, and take an at-home antigen or lab based PCR test before you depart.<\/p>","System_Wilderness_Travel_Office":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:38:07 --><p>Our office in Berkeley, California can be reached at 510-558-2488, or by email at info@wildernesstravel.com. We are available during regular business hours (M-F, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, PST). <\/p>","System_ECI_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:38:31 --><p>If you have purchased the Travelex Travel Protection Plan through Wilderness Travel, please remember to bring your Confirmation of Coverages (COC) with you on the trip, including your Plan Number and important emergency contact information.<\/p><p>If you've purchased a travel protection plan on your own, we recommend that you bring a copy of your policy, including all coverages, with you on your trip.<\/p>","System_Face_Masks_and_Hand_Sanitizer":"","System_DidNotPurchase_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-28T12:27:44 --><p>Travel Insurance: We recommend that you purchase travel insurance for this trip. For your convenience, we offer Travelex travel protection. Please let us know if you would like us to add the Travelex Travel Protection Plan to this final invoice. You can learn more about the policy on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/toucan\/travel-insurance\">website<\/a>.<\/p>","System_Purchased_Insurance":"","System_Questions?":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T13:47:31 --><p>Our Area Specialists are you single point of contact and would be happy to answer any questions about yout trip!<br \/>800.368.2794 | 510.558.2488<\/p>","System_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:58:05 --><p>We highly recommend you purchase travel insurance. You can take advantage of a comprehensive Travel Protection Plan designed for Wilderness Travel by Travelex, or purchase other insurance on your own. See our website for details: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance<\/a><\/p>","System_Make_it_Your_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:18 --><p>The prices above are for the ready-to-book adventure outlined in this Detailed Itinerary, a popular option that has been handcrafted by our Area Specialists to include the best of every destination. While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!<\/p>","System_Signing_up_for_a_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:42 --><p>Early reservations are recommended since accommodations often sell out far in advance. Please call 1-800-368-2794 and ask for our [Africa Manager] or email us at [africa@ wildernesstravel.com] with any questions that you may have about this trip. To reserve your Private Journey, we will need to know your preferred dates of travel. We will then check availability and send you a proposed itinerary with exact pricing for your adventure. We can typically hold a provisional booking for one week. At that time, we must collect your initial deposit or accommodations will be released. We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-13T09:24:57 --><p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. The Trip Leader for each departure is listed on the "Dates & Prices" tab on our Pilgrim's Way webpage:<\/p>"},"terms":{"PaymentSchedule":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body><p>At time of reservation: 25% of trip cost<br>\r\n90 days prior to departure: Balance<br>\r<br><em>*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.<\/em><\/p><\/body>","CancelSchedule":"<p>Minimum fee: 25% of trip cost<br>90 days or less: 100% of trip cost<\/p><p><em>*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.<\/em><\/p>"}}