Do people in Jordan speak English?

Even though the official language of Jordan is Arabic, English is widely spoken in the country. Besides Arabic, English and a number of minority languages, you can also find French and German-speaking people in Jordan.

Do I need a visa to travel to Jordan?

Most foreign visitors need a visa to enter Jordan, although some nationalities can apply for a visa on arrival. We advise that you research Jordan’s visa requirements for your country before making travel arrangements.

Is traveling in Jordan safe?

Jordan is one of the safest countries in the Middle East. There is a robust security arrangement throughout the country. Apart from petty theft and crime, as are common in most countries, foreigners have nothing serious to fear while traveling in Jordan.

How long should I stay in Jordan?

A five-day Jordan itinerary is enough to cover the country's highlights. But if you plan to explore Jordan at your own pace and savor its unique landscape, we recommend spending at least 10 days in the country.

What is the best month to visit Jordan?

March to May are the busiest tourist months to visit Jordan. September to February is also ideal for travel due to the generally good weather, except for the biting cold nights in the desert areas. It is not advised to travel to Jordan between June and August unless you are prepared to deal with intense heat. However, the best time to visit Jordan is between March and May, when the weather is perfect, even when you want to travel to the desert.

Hidden Treasures of Jordan

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duration 12 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 16-95 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-7571
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Operated in English

Starts Amman, Jordan
Ends Amman, Jordan

HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes

Visit desert castles, steeped in centuries of history
Explore the ancient city of Jerash and Bethany
Float in the Dead Sea
Visit Mount Nebo, claimed to be Moses' burial site
Enjoy two days in Petra, the Red Rose City
Citizen Science departures available on this trip
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The "Hidden Treasures Of Jordan" tour starts from and ends in Amman. It is a cultural, religious and historic sites trip that takes 12 days taking you through Petra, Aqaba, Irbid and 4 other destinations in Jordan. "Hidden Treasures Of Jordan" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

This 12-day trip to Jordan is ideal to truly appreciate all the country has to offer. It will give you enough time to take in its world-famous monuments, such as Petra and Jerash, and explore the less well-known historic and archaeological treasures. This itinerary includes visits to several of these sites, and the chance to experience the beautiful Wadi Rum desert and snorkel in the Red Sea, ensuring enough time to relax and unwind too.

This trip includes a few of our Citizen Science Departures. These special departures offer you the opportunity to be involved in the collection of freshwater samples during the trip. The environmental DNA information derived from this sample will contribute directly to the e
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ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start Amman
Day 2: Visit the Desert Castles Loop, east of Amman
Day 3: Head North to Irbid archaeological museum, Umm Qais and Pella
Day 4: Visit the ancient city of Jerash and Ajloun Castle
Day 5: Bethany, Madaba and Mount Nebo
Day 6: To Petra via Wadi al Mujib, Al Karak and Al Shawbak castles
Day 7 - 8: Two days exploring Petra
Day 9: Little Petra and Wadi Rum
Day 10: Wadi Rum to Aqaba on the Red Sea
Day 11: Morning drive to Amman; city tour
Day 12: End Amman

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

All breakfasts and three dinners

Transport

All transport and listed activities
Arrival and departure transfers

Guide

Tour leader throughout

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

4.7 - Excellent

Based on 19 reviews

Anonymous
On Nov 25 2019

4 - Very Good

Lots of treasures to see but some oddities in there too!

A very good trip, November is after the clocks go back in Jordan so the days are shorter and the first couple of days felt a bit rushed whereas perhaps the summer hours would have enabled more time in each place. Thereafter... Read more

Anonymous
On Oct 17 2019

5 - Excellent

Highly recommended!

This trip surpassed all my expectations, has given me confidence and rekindled the travel bug! Having not been abroad for 9 years I was feeling somewhat nervous about going to Jordan, but it was a wonderful experience, I loved... Read more

Anonymous
On Jun 11 2019

4 - Very Good

Hidden Treasures of Jordan

It was a great trip and I enjoyed every minute of it. However, Jordan was going through a heat wave during the time, which made it very uncomfortable to walk outdoors. Additionally, it was the Ramadan and all cafes, bakeries and... Read more

Anonymous
On Jun 08 2019

5 - Excellent

A ‘must do’ trip for anyone who I loves archaeology, history and amazing geography!

I have wanted to visit Jordan for at least 40 years and finally I made it! The trip by this tour operator was fantastic and the experience met up to every expectation. I took over 2,000 photos! The journey was so well organised,... Read more

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Hidden Treasures of Jordan tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 26 December 2023, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 26 December 2023, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Hidden Treasures of Jordan tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.

Visa

For this Hidden Treasures of Jordan tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.

Do people in Jordan speak English?

Even though the official language of Jordan is Arabic, English is widely spoken in the country. Besides Arabic, English and a number of minority languages, you can also find French and German-speaking people in Jordan.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Jordan?

Most foreign visitors need a visa to enter Jordan, although some nationalities can apply for a visa on arrival. We advise that you research Jordan’s visa requirements for your country before making travel arrangements.

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Is traveling in Jordan safe?

Jordan is one of the safest countries in the Middle East. There is a robust security arrangement throughout the country. Apart from petty theft and crime, as are common in most countries, foreigners have nothing serious to fear while traveling in Jordan.

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How long should I stay in Jordan?

A five-day Jordan itinerary is enough to cover the country's highlights. But if you plan to explore Jordan at your own pace and savor its unique landscape, we recommend spending at least 10 days in the country.

1 0
What is the best month to visit Jordan?

March to May are the busiest tourist months to visit Jordan. September to February is also ideal for travel due to the generally good weather, except for the biting cold nights in the desert areas. It is not advised to travel to Jordan between June and August unless you are prepared to deal with intense heat. However, the best time to visit Jordan is between March and May, when the weather is perfect, even when you want to travel to the desert.

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