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ESSENCE OF SYRIA
Day 1 London to Damascus
Depart London Heathrow on the BMI flight to Amman, where you will be met and transferred to the Talisman Hotel for two nights.
Day 2 Damascus
One of the most evocative and exotic cities of the world, ancient Damascus is a fascinating place of covered souks, great mosques and vibrant street life. Today, with your guide, you will have the opportunity to tour the city. Places of interest include the Azem Palace, the inspiring Umayyad Mosque, the National Museum and the numerous cavernous souks. (B)
Day 3 Damascus to Palmyra – 241 kms
Leave Damascus and continue through the desert to Palmyra, one of the world’s most famous caravan cities, ancient Roman centre and a major link in the old Silk Road from China linking the east to Damascus and Rome. Spend afternoon exploring the extensively excavated, and beautifully restored, ruins of the 2nd Century AD Roman city with your guide. Palmyra is undoubtedly one of the world’s great historical sites. Stay one night at the Zenobia Cham Hotel. (B)
Day 4 Palmyra to Aleppo – 341 kms
Today continue by car to Aleppo, Syria’s second largest city and one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world. Stay two nights at the Beit Salahieh Hotel. (B)
Day 5 Aleppo
Today leave your hotel and drive out of the city to visit the monastic Church of St Simeon the Stylite where St Simeon lived, chained to a stone column, for forty two years. Later return to Aleppo and tour this beautiful city which is dominated by a huge citadel. (B)
Day 6 Aleppo to Damascus – 340 kms
This morning drive to Hama with its ancient water wheels and then on to the formidable Crac des Chevaliers, the greatest crusader castle of all. With its dramatic setting overlooking the mountains the citadel stands as a bold reminder of the holy crusades. Later continue to Damascus. Stay one night at the Talisman Hotel. (B)
Day 7 Damascus to London
Morning transfer to Damascus airport for BMI flight to London, arriving London Heathrow Terminal in the afternoon local time. (B)
Planning your journey: We can design a unique journey to suit you as our tours are totally tailor made. By combining your own ideas with our knowledge and experience we can help you to create your own journey tailored exactly to your requirements Once you have formulated your ideas, or if you require some general or specific advice, please call us on 01892 515966 or simply send your ideas to pettitts@btconnect.com. On receipt of your enquiry we will provide you with a full written quotation together with our suggestions and recommendations.
A Guide to Price – ESSENCE OF SYRIA
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, however, an indication to the current cost of this itinerary is from £1,980.00. All prices are per person and are based on a minimum of TWO persons travelling together and sharing a twin bedded room with meals as indicated. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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