Jordan in Brief

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: AMMAN TOUR – JERASH – AMMAN

After breakfast, we tour the downtown part of capital city Amman for 2 hours, visiting sites and museums including the Archeological Museum, the Folklore Museum, The citadel, and the Amphitheatre. Everywhere you look there is evidence of the city’s much older past! Now, we proceed to visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash, including thepaved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, theatres, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls.
Overnight stay in Amman (BB)

Day 03: MADABA – MT NEBO – KERAK – PETRA

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. Head south of Jordan to visit Kerak Castle. Kerak Castle is a Crusaders’ Castle built on a triangular plateau dating back to the 12th century
Overnight stay in Petra (BB)

Day 04: PETRA VISIT – PETRA

After breakfast, we head to visit the Nabatean Red Rose city of Petra, one 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 Petra(BB)

Day 05: PETRA – WADI RUM – DEAD SEA

After breakfast, we head further down in southern Jordan to visit other significant sites including Wadi Rum to explore Wadi Rum on a 1.30 hour jeep ride into the Jordanian desert! Wadi Rum was best described by T.E. Lawrence as “Vast, echoing and god-like”, and by the locals as “Valley of the Moon”. Proceed to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth.
Overnight stay in Dead Sea (BB)

Day 06: DEPARTURE DEAD SEA

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for departure to your final destination.

AVAILABILITY

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Duration: 06 Days / 05 Nights

Price: Rs. 41,000 /- 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/ TRP roomon Bed & Breakfast basis at the above mentioned hotels or similar (please refer to the above categories).
- Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites.
- A short horse ride from the main gate (Visitor Center) till the beginning of the Siq.
- A 1.30 hour jeep ride in Wadi Rum.
- All applicable taxes.
- Guiding options:
- From 02 – 05 Pax:
  - A local English-speaking guide in Jerash (1.30 hour).
  - A local English-speaking guide in Petra from the visitors’ center till Qasr Al Bent (1.30 hour).
- From 06 guests and above:
  - A private English-speaking guide on touring days only.

Above rates exclude

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