Trek Jordan - 7 days

Welcome to Jordan! Your adventure begins with a transfer from Amman Airport to the hotel in Amman, where the rest of today is at leisure. You may wish to independently explore some of the vibrant souqs in downtown Amman, in the heart of the city.

Amman - Madaba - Mt. Nebo - Dana - Mansura. Leaving Amman today, we drive to Madaba for our guided sightseeing tour. Discover Madaba’s highlights, which include the Madaba Museum, Archaeological Park and St George Church. Admire the famous 6th century mosaic map of the Middle East, which decorates the floor of this famous church. Our day continues as we travel to Mt Nebo, the site where Moses first gazed over the Holy Land. Enjoy the same panoramic views that stretch as far as Jericho, the Dead Sea and the Jordan River Valley.

Later, visit the 500 year old village of Dana, which was virtually abandoned until the establishment of the Dana Nature Reserve in 1993. We then continue to Mansura, where our trek begins with a short one hour hike to our campsite.

Distance trekked today: 3km

Our trek continues today as we set off on part of the famous Jordan trail, a 650km trail through the stunning heart of the country, we'll follow the path all the way to Petra. We begin with a walk through the valley and then climb the mountain trail to Ras Wadi Nekheel. From here, we’ll marvel at the breathtaking views of the mountains and the sprawling desert below. We then descend along rocky slopes into the Bega'a Valley and continue to tonight’s campsite. Today’s trek will pass natural springs, abandoned settlements and lush wadis, which form oases in the desert.

Distance trekked today: 15km

Today, we trek along the same path as the Bedouin nomads, who traditionally ascend into the mountains in summer to escape the heat of the Jordanian sun. We’ll pass Roman watchtowers and remarkable Neolithic (stone age) sites as we trek through this stunning region. The campsite for tonight is at the edge of UNESCO-listed Beidha.

Distance trekked today: 18km

Our final day of trekking begins with a walk to Siq al Barid (Little Petra). This lesser known site is thought to have been an important agricultural centre and supply post for travellers to Petra. The scenery changes as we walk, from rocky mountains to rolling sandstone hills. Enter Little Petra through a narrow opening, similar to the famous Siq of Petra itself, but smaller. After our visit, we continue to Beidha - one of the earliest examples of permanent human settlement in existence. Later, we’ll arrive in the Rose Red City of Petra and visit the legendary Ad Deir (The Monastery), which is perched high on a hill-top and marvel at this iconic tomb before we continue to our hotel for a well-earned rest.

Distance trekked today: 17km

Discover the wonders of the ancient Nabatean city of Petra today. Walk down the striking Siq to the breathtaking Al-Khazneh (The Treasury) and admire this impressive tomb. We then explore the group of tombs on the Street of Facades and the Theatre, which is Roman in style but carved from existing rock rather than built like the Roman amphitheatres. Today’s sightseeing concludes with visits to the Byzantine Church and fascinating Petra Museum, which displays many exhibits from across Petra’s rich history.

Petra - Amman. Your Jordanian trekking adventure comes to an end today with an included transfer to the Queen Alia Airport (approx. 3hrs drive), in Amman.