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Day 1: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
15 minutes (9.3 km) from King Abdulaziz International Airport
Morning: Visit the Jeddah Corniche and enjoy a walk along the Red Sea
Afternoon: Explore the historic district of Al-Balad and visit the Al Tayebat International City
Evening: Experience the local cuisine at Al Khodariyah or Al Nakheel Restaurant
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Day 2: Petra, Jordan
3 hours (355 km) from Jeddah
Morning: Explore the ancient city of Petra and the Treasury
Afternoon: Hike to the Monastery and enjoy the panoramic views of Petra
Evening: Watch the Petra by Night show and see the Treasury lit up with candles
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Day 3: Wadi Rum, Jordan
2 hours (124 km) from Petra
Morning: Take a 4x4 jeep tour of Wadi Rum and see the sand dunes and rock formations
Afternoon: Visit the Lawrence Spring and learn about the history of the area
Evening: Stargaze and enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars
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Day 4: Jerusalem, Israel
3 hours (231 km) from Wadi Rum
Morning: Visit the Western Wall and the Dome of the Rock in the Old City
Afternoon: Tour the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial and learn about Jewish history
Evening: Walk along the vibrant Machane Yehuda Market and have dinner at Azura Restaurant
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Day 5: Masjid al Aqsa, Jerusalem
10 minutes (4 km) from the Old City
Morning: Visit the Masjid al Aqsa and the Dome of the Rock, two of the holiest sites in Islam
Afternoon: Explore the ancient City of David and Hezekiah's Tunnel
Evening: Walk along the Ramparts and see the sunset over the Old City
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Day 6: Tel Aviv, Israel
1 hour (67 km) from Jerusalem
Morning: Visit the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and see works by local artists
Afternoon: Relax on the beaches of Tel Aviv and enjoy the Mediterranean Sea
Evening: Walk along the lively Rothschild Boulevard and have dinner at Port Said Restaurant
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Day 7: Jaffa, Israel
20 minutes (10 km) from Tel Aviv
Morning: Explore the ancient port city of Jaffa and visit the Jaffa Flea Market
Afternoon: Tour the Ilana Goor Museum and see unique collections of art and antiquities
Evening: Watch the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea and have dinner at Old Man and the Sea Restaurant
If you have extra time, consider visiting the Dead Sea in Jordan or the Mediterranean coast in Israel. For an authentic experience, try a Bedouin homestay in Wadi Rum or a cooking class in Jerusalem. To maximize your fun, book a hot air balloon ride over Petra or go scuba diving in the Red Sea. And don't forget to try the local cuisine - falafel, shawarma, and hummus are must-tries!