A Week in Jordan

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Cultural, religious and historic sites Guided and Escorted

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9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Amman, Jordan

Ends

Dead Sea, Jordan

Highlights

Experience Jordan’s highlights in one week: ancient ruins, desert landscapes and Bedouin culture

Uncover the secrets of Petra with two full days exploring the New World Wonder

Enjoy Bedouin hospitality at our private desert camp in Wadi Rum

Time travel on an exploration of the Ancient Roman streets of Jerash

Feel weightless as you float in the tranquil waters of the Dead Sea

Itinerary

Step into a world where ancient wonders meet serene landscapes with "A Week in Jordan." This nine-day local culture tour, tailored for seniors and those who prefer a moderate pace, begins in Amman and concludes at the healing shores of the Dead Sea. Discover the region’s treasures as you journey through iconic destinations like Petra, Wadi Rum, and Jerash.

Spend two days uncovering the mysteries of Petra, the rose-red city carved into rock and celebrated as one of the New Wonders of the World. Guided by a knowledgeable local leader, you’ll gain fascinating insights into this UNESCO gem. The adventure continues with a guided exploration of Jerash, where remarkably preserved Roman ruins tell tales of empires past.

Experience relaxation in the buoyant, mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea and savor moments by the Red Sea’s tranquil coastline. Venture into the otherworldly desert of Wadi Rum, where an unforgettable night awaits at a private Bedouin camp, offering both comfort and cultural immersion beneath a canopy of stars.

Throughout your journey, enjoy included accommodation, transport, meals, and the reassurance of expert guidance. The USP of this trip package lies in its blend of historical depth and scenic relaxation, making it an ideal choice for mature travelers seeking rich cultural discoveries paired with gentle adventure. Each moment is crafted to ensure comfort, safety, and unforgettable memories.

day 1 - Adventure begins in Amman

Welcome to Amman, the capital of Jordan, where our adventure begins. There are free transfers to the hotel from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for all customers today. Please note, transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts.

Meals:Dinner

Accommodation:Hotel Khan Khediwe (or similar)

day 2 - Explore the Roman ruins at Jerash • Amman city tour

We drive north to Jerash this morning, the largest Roman ruins in Jordan. Buried for centuries under blown sand, the ancient architecture here is remarkably well preserved and an exploration of the dramatic oval forum, colonnaded main streets, two theatres and impressive Temple of Zeus provides a fascinating insight into life in the ancient world.

After a good look around, we head back to Amman for a city tour, which takes in the hilltop ruins of the Citadel, a site occupied by various civilisations from the Bronze Age, plus the 6,000-seat Roman amphitheatre and the old city.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Khan Khediwe (or similar)

day 3 - Drive down King's Highway to Petra via Mount Nebo, Madaba and Kerak

Today is a long driving day as we head down the King’s Highway, which takes us up and down huge wadis (valleys). However, we have several stops of interest en route including Madaba, where we visit St George’s Church to admire its mosaic floor, considered the oldest map of Palestine in existence.

We then make the short drive to Mount Nebo, where, from this 2,295ft (700m) high viewpoint overlooking the Dead Sea to Palestine and Israel beyond, Moses is said to have first seen the Promised Land. It’s then to the magnificent fortified town of Kerak, a Crusader stronghold dominated by a medieval castle.

Further south, we reach Petra, the premier historic site in Jordan and one of the most outstanding ancient cities in the world.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Petra hotel – see accommodation section for more detail

day 4 - 5 - Two days exploring Petra, including optional hikes

Enjoy two days exploring Petra, an ancient Nabatean city carved spectacularly into sandstone cliffs. Building started here in the third century BCE, but the Red Rose City was hidden for centuries until Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt rediscovered it in 1812.

To enter, we walk down a narrow chasm known as the Siq. Dramatically unveiled at the end is El Khazneh (the Treasury), the first breathtaking sight of a remarkable day. Continuing to the city centre, we pass the houses and tombs of the rich citizens and the remarkable scale of the site begins to unveil itself. You can also take the optional walk up the 800 or so steps to El Deir (the Monastery), with its superb facade topped by a huge urn.

On the second day, your guide takes you into the site for either a hike up to the High Place of Sacrifice or for free time to explore the city further. Only a few people attempt to visit the High Place as it can be quite arduous and is not recommended for those who are unsure of their fitness or are uncomfortable with heights. However, those who do make it to the top are rewarded with wonderful views over parts of the site visited on the previous day.

On one of the evenings, you may also have the opportunity to dine at a family home in Wadi Musa, eating traditional Jordanian dishes that you wouldn't typically find in restaurants. The host normally eats with the group, an excellent chance to gain firsthand insight into the local life and culture in an authentic setting.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Petra hotel – see accommodation section for more detail

day 6 - Into the dramatic Wadi Rum desert • Traditional Bedouin dinner

This morning, we have the option to take a guided tour through Little Petra (extra cost, payable locally) or you can relax at our hotel before we join the modern Desert Highway and head south to Wadi Rum. The purpose of Little Petra is not clear; however, archaeologists believe it was probably a suburb of Petra where visiting traders on the Silk Road may have stayed.

It’s then to the UNESCO-listed Wadi Rum, where dramatic sandstone mountains rise from the sandy desert floor. It was here that Lawrence of Arabia and Prince Faisal assembled the Arab tribes for the attack on Aqaba in the First World War and where sections of the 1962 epic film were shot.

After we’ve checked into our private Exodus camp, our Bedouin hosts take us for an approximately two-hour 4×4 ride to explore the protected area. We visit the highlights, have time to sample Bedouin tea, and then watch the sunset from the vantage point of a rock formation. We then return to our camp, where we enjoy Bedouin hospitality with a traditional zarb dinner, which is cooked underground. After, we learn about Bedouin culture through interacting with the family who run the camp.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:Exodus private camp (permanent Bedouin camp)

day 7 - Morning in Wadi Rum • To Aqaba • Relax by the Red Sea • City highlights tour

Wake in dramatic desert scenery and then head to Aqaba, a port and resort by the Red Sea, best known for having beautiful coral reefs. Upon arrival, we sink into the sands of Baranice Beach with three to four hours to relax and enjoy the sea before hotel check in.

Around 4pm-5pm, we join the tour leader for a walking tour of the old market, continuing to Aqaba Castle for a guided tour to uncover its historical significance and role in the Arab Revolt.

We learn more about the Arab Revolt at the neighbouring Bait Al Sharif Hussein bin Ali Museum, before an optional dinner at Dar Ne'meh, a community initiative empowering local women by providing training and helping them to build their own businesses.

After dinner and free time, we can either walk or drive back to the hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Lacosta Hotel (or similar)

day 8 - Drive from Aqaba to the Dead Sea with optional trip to see Bethany Beyond the Jordan

Leaving the Red Sea, we transfer (4hr 30min) to the Dead Sea, where salt levels of around 34 percent keep you effortlessly afloat. There’s plenty of free time to experience this extraordinary phenomenon and to cover yourself with the Dead Sea mud, which is said to have healing powers, before cooling off in the swimming pool.

There’s also the chance to visit Bethany Beyond the Jordan, said to be the site of Jesus Christ’s baptism by John the Baptist, a moment marking the new era of Christianity. This is an optional trip that can be booked and paid for locally. It’s about a 15-minute drive from the Dead Sea hotel and the entire visit usually lasts 1hr 45min, including the drive to/from the hotel. Those who do not wish to visit the site will check into the hotel.

This evening, we have a group dinner to celebrate our time in Jordan and say our farewells.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Dead Sea (or similar)

Upgrade to a sea-view room overlooking the Dead Sea today – speak to your sales representative for more details

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:Holiday Inn Dead Sea (or similar)

day 9 - Adventure ends by the Dead Sea

Breakfast marks our final meal, an excellent chance to reminisce about an adventure packed with excitement. To make your return journey home easier, there’s a free shared transfer back to the airport. Alternatively, if you’d like further days to relax by the Dead Sea, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.

Meals:Breakfast

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A highlight tour of some of Jordan's best sites and an insight into Jordanian life. This was my first trip to a proper "middle eastern" country which is a part of the world we hear much about, some people say it's this or it's that, but to actually see it and experience it yourself is so enlightening. Jordan was great, as I mention later, it is safe and welcoming for us visitors. I never saw or had even a slight inkling of something untoward happening. This trip obviously involves a fair bit of travelling around from one location to another. Our bus/coach was very good, high quality, comfortable with good aircon! We were a group of 16 in what much have been around a 50 seat coach, so there was plenty of space for everyone which made travel comfortable. I appeciated that. The itinery is good for a one week trip, everywhere we went was worthwhile. Our guide Mikhled managed our time at each location well and I never felt rushed. We have plenty of time at Petra which may be the main attraction for many people visiting Jordan. It got very hot here and you cover a surprsing amound of ground walking around what is a very large site. While I agree with Exodus's assessment that overall this is an Easy/Moderate activity level trip. The first day at Petra can perhaps push the boundaries of that for some people. Mikhled gave us a great tour of the main parts of Petra and at the conclusion of this told us we had free time to explore by ourselves and we would meet back at the hotel at a given time.The hotel was very conveniently close to the main entrance, a few hundred metres. Mikhled often gave a guided tour of a location and then allowed us free time afterwards. That was good. Most dinners (Tea! I'm a northerner) are not included in this trip. Most evenings our guide Mikhled offered the group the option of joining him to dine at a local restaurant. There was no compulsion to do this, you are free to do your own thing but most of the time the group dined together. I liked the food in Jordan. Herbed and spiced chicken, lamb and beef featured heavily but not hot spices. We were treated to some Jordanian specialities like "Upside down". As Exodus mention, seafood is the main fare in Aqaba on the Red Sea but there are plenty of other choices if that's not your thing. Exodus also mention the famous "Zarb" at the Wadi Rum desert camp. This was indeed excellent and probably my single favourite meal of the trip. The trip comes to a relaxing end at the Holiday Inn Dead Sea resort. Nice hotel, unlike any Holiday Inn I've stayed at before. There's an optional trip to Bethany Beyand the Jordan. I'm not religious but still went there. There is still some history to see and an interesting border between Jordan and Israel down the middle of the River Jordan. Floating in the Dead Sea was a one of those experiences you've got to tick off. It was a good and slightly strange experience, the water is weird!

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Itinerary

day 1 - Adventure begins in Amman

day 2 - Explore the Roman ruins at Jerash • Amman city tour

day 3 - Drive down King's Highway to Petra via Mount Nebo, Madaba and Kerak

day 4 - 5 - Two days exploring Petra, including optional hikes

day 6 - Into the dramatic Wadi Rum desert • Traditional Bedouin dinner

day 7 - Morning in Wadi Rum • To Aqaba • Relax by the Red Sea • City highlights tour

day 8 - Drive from Aqaba to the Dead Sea with optional trip to see Bethany Beyond the Jordan

day 9 - Adventure ends by the Dead Sea

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Itinerary

day 1 - Adventure begins in Amman

day 2 - Explore the Roman ruins at Jerash • Amman city tour

day 3 - Drive down King's Highway to Petra via Mount Nebo, Madaba and Kerak

day 4 - 5 - Two days exploring Petra, including optional hikes

day 6 - Into the dramatic Wadi Rum desert • Traditional Bedouin dinner

day 7 - Morning in Wadi Rum • To Aqaba • Relax by the Red Sea • City highlights tour

day 8 - Drive from Aqaba to the Dead Sea with optional trip to see Bethany Beyond the Jordan

day 9 - Adventure ends by the Dead Sea

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