At the center of the Ottoman Empire with an imperial heritage spanning 1,700 years, Istanbul offers a treasure trove of history in its tangled streets.

Delve into the rich cultures of ancient Israel and Jordan on a journey encompassing their archaeological, anthropological and religious sites: Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the fortress of Masada; and Jerash and Petra, the city “half as old as time.

” FLO USA is offering two 14 day/12 night Fam trips this fall with departures on October 30 and November 12, 2011. The agent rate is ,545 including airfare from JFK.

FLO USA, www.agentfamtrips.com