Adventurous Jordan

ABOUT TOUR

General Information about Jordan

Jordan, officially The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is an Arab kingdom in Western Asia, on the East Bank of the Jordan River. Jordan is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the east and south; Iraq to the north-east; Syria to the north; Israel, Palestine and the Dead Sea to the west; and the Red Sea in its extreme south-west.

The climate in Jordan varies greatly. Generally, the further inland from the Mediterranean, greater contrasts in temperature occur and the less rainfall there is. The country’s average elevation is 812 m (2,664 ft) (SL). The highlands above the Jordan Valley, mountains of the Dead Sea and Wadi Araba and as far south as Ras Al-Naqab are dominated by a Mediterranean climate, while the eastern and northeastern areas of the country are arid desert. Although the desert parts of the kingdom reach high temperatures, the heat is usually moderated by low humidity and a daytime breeze, while the nights are cool.

Summers, lasting from May to September, are hot and dry, with temperatures averaging around 32 °C (90 °F) and sometimes exceeding 40 °C (104 °F) between July and August. The winter, lasting from November to March, is relatively cool, with temperatures averaging around 13 °C (55 °F). Winter also sees frequent showers and occasional snowfall in some western elevated areas.

According to the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, Jordan is home to around 100,000 archaeological and tourist sites. Some very well preserved historical cities include Petra and Jerash, the former being Jordan’s most popular tourist attraction and an icon of the kingdom. Jordan is part of the Holy Land and has several biblical attractions that attract pilgrimage activities. Biblical sites include: Al-Maghtas where Jesus was baptised by John the Baptist, Mount Nebo, Umm ar-Rasas, Madaba, and Machaerus. Islamic sites include shrines of the prophet Muhammad’s companions such as ‘Abd Allah ibn Rawahah, Zayd ibn Harithah and Muadh ibn Jabal. Ajlun Castle built by Muslim Ayyubid leader Saladin in the 12th century AD during his wars with the Crusaders, is also a popular tourist attraction.

ITINERARY

Day 01 – ARRIVAL AMMAN

Welcome to Jordan! Finalize the airport procedure and head to your hotel in Amman.
Overnight stay in Amman

Day 02: DESERT CASTLES – AMMAN TOUR INCLUDE A WALKING TOUR – AMMAN

After breakfast, we head to visit the Eastern Desert to visit Al Kharraneh Castle, Amra Castle (a UNESCO World Heritage site), and Al Azraq Castle where Lawrence of Arabia resided and wrote part of his book “Seven Pillars of Wisdom”. And now proceed to tour the capital, Amman including the citadel, the Amphitheatre, and a walking tour in the old parts of Amman.
Overnight stay in Amman (BB)

Day 03: JERASH – DIBBEEN TRAIL – AJLOUN CASTLE – AJLOUN

After breakfast, we head to visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash, including the paved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, theatres, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls. Continuing to Dibbeen Natural Reserve for a hike and then on to visit Ajloun Castle (Qal’at Ar-Rabad). Ajloun Castle is a fine example of Islamic architecture as it was built by Saladin’s general in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajloun, and to counter the progress of the Crusaders by dominating the three main routes leading to the Jordan valley and protecting the communication routes between Jordan and Syria.
Overnight stay in Ajloun (BB)

Day 04: MADABA – MT NEBO – MUKAWIR – WADI AL MUJIB TRAIL – DANA

After breakfast, we head to visit Madaba, a city best known for the famous 6th century Mosaic map of Jerusalem & Holy Land and for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Proceed to Mt. Nebo (site only as the church is closed down for renovation) a city mentioned in the bible as the place where Moses was granted a view of the promised land that he would never enter. On to Mukawir, the site of Machaerus, mentioned in the New Testament as the palace in which Salome danced in exchange for the head of Johan the Baptist on a platter (Mark 6:21-29). Proceed to Wadi Al Mujib for a trail.
Overnight stay in Dana (BB)

Day 05: DANA TO FEYNAN HIKE – LITTLE PETRA – PETRA

After breakfast, we hike from Dana to Feynan. And then proceed to visit Little Petra best known as Al Beidha (the White One) due to the pale rock colors of this Petra suburb.
Overnight stay in Petra (BB)

Day 06: PETRA VISIT – WADI RUM

After breakfast, we head to visit the Nabatean Red Rose city of Petra, on e of the 7 world wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enter the city through 1KM long narrow gorge which is flanked either side by 80m high cliffs! Notice the dazzling colors and formations of the rocks. The site is massive, and contains hundreds of elaborated rock-cut tombs, a treasury, Roman-style theatres, temples, sacrificial altars and colonnaded streets.
Overnight stay in Wadi Rum (BB)

Day 07: FULL DAY JEEP TOUR – WADI RUM

After breakfast, we tour Wadi Rum on a 5-6 hours jeep ride visiting: the Nabatean Temple, Al Shallaleh Spring Lawrence Spring, Khazali Canyon (inscriptions),The Map, Red Sand Dune Jebel al Fisheye (inscriptions), Lawrence House ,Um Frouth Rock Bridge the Red and White Desert (one hour hiking in the desert), Yellow Sand Dune, Nabatean Deep, and the Cow Stone.
Overnight stay in Wadi Rum (BB)

Day 08: AQABA TOUR – WADI ARABA – DEAD SEA

After breakfast, we head to Aqaba gulf city for a tour and then proceed to the Dead Sea via Wadi Araba
Overnight stay at the Dead Sea (BB)

Day 09: DEPARTURE DEAD SEA

Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for departure to your final destination.

AVAILABILITY

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Duration: 09 Days / 08 Nights

Price: Rs. 1,11,500 /- Per Person on Twin Share Basis

ADDITIONAL INFO

Above rates include

Visa including meet and assist “Visa is free for the time being; only passport details are required before the guests’ arrival”.
Transportation as per the above mentioned program in an A/C vehicle with an English-speaking driver
Accommodation based on sharing a DBL/TWN occupancy on Bed & Breakfast basis at the mentioned properties or similar (please refer to each category).
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
A short horse ride from the main gate till the beginning of the Siq.
All applicable taxes.
Guiding services:
- A local English-speaking guide at Jerash Roman Ruins (1.30 hour – 2 hours)
- A local English-speaking guide in Petra from the visitors’ center till Qasr Al Bent (1.30 hour)
- An English-speaking guide for F.I.T guests on the Walking Amman Tour day.
- A private English-speaking guide on touring days only (only starting from 6 guests)
- 3 lunch boxes on days: 3, 4, and 5.
- 2 Trails in Wadi Al Mujib, and Dana to Feynan.
- A 5-6 hour jeep ride in Wadi Rum

Above rates exclude:

Any tips.
Porterages at Airport & hotels.
Additional meals.
Personal expenses.
Any item not mentioned in the inclusions part.