2024 - Classic Jordan Tour
2024 - Classic Jordan Tour
2024 - Classic Jordan Tour
9 Days Starting and ending in Amman, Jordan
Visiting: Amman, Dana Biosphere Reserve, Wadi Rum, Petra, Dead Sea
Tour operator:
Tour code:
JOEN
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 14
Age range:
8-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the 2024 Classic Jordan Tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Jordan's rich cultural and historical tapestry. Begin in Amman, exploring its ancient sites and savoring local delicacies. Discover the historic town of As-Salt and the breathtaking landscapes of Dana Biosphere Reserve. Experience the vibrant city of Aqaba and the mesmerizing desert of Wadi Rum, where you'll enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner and a thrilling 4x4 jeep safari. Marvel at the iconic Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and unwind at the Dead Sea, famous for its therapeutic waters. Visit Madaba's stunning mosaics, Mount Nebo's panoramic views, and the ancient Roman city of Jerash. With professional local guides and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Jordan's wonders.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Amman
Location: Amman
Accommodation: AlQasr Metropole Hotel / Corp Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: AlQasr Metropole Hotel / Corp Hotel (4 star)
Welcome to Jordan! Upon arrival our staff will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Amman for the start of your trip. They'll help you settle in and introduce you to the local area.
Day 2 : As-Salt, Amman City
Location: Amman
Accommodation: AlQasr Metropole Hotel / Corp Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: AlQasr Metropole Hotel / Corp Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The tour begins with a visit to As-Salt, a hilltop town 40 minutes from Amman. Known for its historic Islamic architecture, narrow streets filled with shops, and symbolic religious harmony between Muslim and Christian communities, the visit includes a guided walk along the 'Harmony Trail,' providing insights into local life in Jordan.
Later, the tour proceeds to Amman for a city tour rich in historical significance. Exploring ancient sites like the Citadel, housing remnants of the Temple of Hercules and the Umayyad Palace, precedes a visit to the 6000 seat Roman theatre still used for cultural events today. The itinerary encompasses a food tasting tour in Downtown Amman, offering diverse dishes like Manakish, falafel sandwiches, Mansaf (Jordan's national dish), and the famous dessert Knafeh from renowned local sweet shops.
Day 3 : Dana Biosphere Reserve, Aqaba
Location: Dana Biosphere Reserve
Accommodation: Luxotel Aqaba Beach Resort (4 star)
Accommodation Name: Luxotel Aqaba Beach Resort (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, our journey leads us along the Desert Highway towards the Dana Biosphere Reserve, offering picturesque landscapes and hills for a leisurely hike. As Jordan's largest nature reserve, it boasts stunning vistas of valleys and hills along the restored Dana village trails. Spring unveils the terrain's lush greenery and vibrant flowers, adding to its allure. During a delightful included picnic lunch, we'll pause for a walk before heading towards Aqaba, a vibrant Red Sea city, where you'll enjoy a free evening and morning ahead.
Day 4 : Aqaba, Wadi Rum
Location: Wadi Rum
Accommodation: Rahayeb Desert Camp (Desert Camp)
Accommodation Name: Rahayeb Desert Camp (Desert Camp)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning offers you leisure time to unwind by the Red Sea's serene shores, explore the charming city of Aqaba, or partake in its array of thrilling water sports. Aqaba's crystal clear waters and vibrant reefs boast some of the Red Sea's finest diving spots. Additionally, morning boat excursions for snorkeling amidst nearby reefs are available.
Later in the day, we unite with our arrivals from Egypt and depart from Aqaba, embarking on a journey into the breathtaking desert landscapes of Wadi Rum. There, hospitable Bedouin hosts await us at a cozy camp nestled beneath towering rocks and cliffs. An evening of relaxation ensues, accompanied by a delightful traditional Jordanian meal often featuring 'Zarb,' a Bedouin style dish typically comprising Lamb and Chicken cooked underground. Evening activities include options like a sunset camel ride or stargazing using telescopes.
Day 5 : Wadi Rum, Petra
Location: Wadi Rum
Accommodation: Petra Elite Hotel / Petra Moon Hotel (3 star)
Accommodation Name: Petra Elite Hotel / Petra Moon Hotel (3 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Post camp breakfast, we embark on a thrilling jeep safari in Wadi Rum, exploring sand dunes, unique rock formations, and a spectacular rock bridge. Engage in Bedouin inspired activities, walking with a shepherd to a Bedouin tent for traditional experiences like animal care, grain grinding, bread making, and coffee roasting. After this immersive journey, we head to Petra, making a stop at Petra Bakery for a peek into bread making and a light lunch. Optionally, experience the magical Petra by Night tour, walking through the candle lit Siq to the Treasury for a captivating introduction to Petra's ambiance.
Day 6 : Petra
Location: Petra
Accommodation: Petra Elite Hotel / Petra Moon Hotel (3 star)
Accommodation Name: Petra Elite Hotel / Petra Moon Hotel (3 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today's focus is on discovering Petra, once the Nabataean commercial empire's capital until Roman conquest in 106AD. Forgotten for centuries, Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt rediscovered this city in 1812. Situated on the edge of Wadi Aruba's desert, Petra's intricate carved sandstone dwellings lie amidst challenging canyon walls and hills accessible only via the Siq, a narrow rock cleft.
Our exploration entails a back-route adventure, commencing at Little Petra before a short jeep ride to the mountain trail connecting Little Petra to Petra's main site, offering fewer crowds and stunning Holy Land views. This less traveled path includes monuments from the standard route, plus Little Petra and the Monastery, featuring rock hewn steps and paths along the mountainside, providing refreshment stops and photo opportunities.
Upon entering Petra, the valley reveals carved tombs, a ruined Roman amphitheater, and colonnaded streets leading to the iconic Khazneh (Treasury). Although the back route hike involves ascents, descents, and steps, lasting 2-3 hours towards the Monastery and additional hours exploring Petra, it's not overly challenging.
For those concerned about distance or mobility, 20JD horse carriages are available solely within Petra's main site, not on the hiking route, horses for riding are not recommended.
Day 7 : Wadi Mujib, Dead Sea
Location: Dead Sea
Accommodation: Dead Sea Spa Resort (4 star)
Accommodation Name: Dead Sea Spa Resort (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at Petra, we travel north to Wadi Mujib for the Siq Trail hike, offering scenic views of the Dead Sea's Salt Flats. After lunch at the Wadi Mujib visitor center, embark on a 2-3 hour hike through shallow waters and small waterfalls, ending at a serene large waterfall. For the hike, consider a dry bag and water shoes, available for rent at the center.
Note: In November to March, when the Siq Trail is closed, we visit the Baptism site in Bethany, showcasing Roman and Byzantine ruins. Following the day's activities, relax at a Dead Sea resort, floating in its salty waters or enjoying the hotel pool. Remember your magazine or newspaper for the classic Dead Sea floating photo!
Day 8 : Madaba, Mount Nebo, Roman Jerash, Amman
Location: Amman
Accommodation: AlQasr Metropole Hotel / Corp Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: AlQasr Metropole Hotel / Corp Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Following a peaceful night, we venture to Madaba, where awe inspiring Byzantine mosaics and the 'Madaba Map', the oldest preserved map of the Holy Land, await our admiration. Proceeding from Madaba, we continue to Mount Nebo, revered as the place where the prophet Moses glimpsed the Promised Land and rests in burial. The vantage offers splendid views towards Jericho and beyond on clear days, which are frequent.
Our ultimate stop leads us to Jerash, renowned as one of the largest and remarkably preserved Greco-Roman cities beyond Europe. Upon arrival, we explore Jerash's Forum, traverse its Roman colonnaded streets, witness the Nymphaeum, and behold the Temple of Artemis atop the city's elevated summit.
The day concludes as we journey back to Amman, marking our final night in Jordan.
Day 9 : Amman
Location: Amman
Accommodation: ()
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your time is free in Amman today until we pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your departure.
What's Included
-
Professional English speaking local tour guides
The tour includes the services of professional English speaking local tour guides.
-
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Transportation throughout the tour is provided in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
-
4 x 4 Desert Jeep Safari
A thrilling 4 x 4 Desert Jeep Safari is included in the tour.
-
All camping equipment at Wadi Rum
All necessary camping equipment is provided at Wadi Rum.
-
Tips except drivers and guides
Tips are included for services except for drivers and guides.
-
Meals
The tour includes 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.
What's Not Included
-
Entrance fees
Entrance fees to various sites are not included in the tour.
-
Visas, border or port taxes
Visas, border, or port taxes are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
-
Tips - drivers and guides
Tips for drivers and guides are not included in the tour.
-
Hotel gala dinners
Hotel gala dinners, if charged by the hotels on 24 & 31 Dec, are not included.
-
Suggested optional activities
Suggested optional activities are not included in the tour package.
-
Compulsory Travel Insurance
Compulsory travel insurance is not included and must be arranged by the traveler.
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle, with a thrilling 4x4 Desert Jeep Safari in Wadi Rum included for an adventurous experience.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays at 4-star hotels like AlQasr Metropole Hotel, Corp Hotel, Luxotel Aqaba Beach Resort, and Dead Sea Spa Resort, along with a unique experience at Rahayeb Desert Camp in Wadi Rum.
Check out our Q&As
-
What kind of activities can I expect during the visit to Wadi Rum?
During the visit to Wadi Rum, you can expect a thrilling jeep safari exploring sand dunes and unique rock formations. You will also have the opportunity to engage in Bedouin-inspired activities such as walking with a shepherd, animal care, grain grinding, bread making, and coffee roasting. Additionally, you can enjoy a traditional Jordanian meal and have options for a sunset camel ride or stargazing.
-
What is included in the tour of Petra?
The tour of Petra includes a back-route adventure starting at Little Petra, followed by a jeep ride to the mountain trail connecting to Petra's main site. This route offers fewer crowds and stunning views, including monuments from the standard route, Little Petra, and the Monastery. The exploration involves carved tombs, a Roman amphitheater, and colonnaded streets leading to the iconic Khazneh (Treasury).
-
What should I bring for the hike at Wadi Mujib?
For the hike at Wadi Mujib, it is recommended to bring a dry bag and water shoes, which are also available for rent at the visitor center. The hike involves walking through shallow waters and small waterfalls, ending at a serene large waterfall.
-
What kind of meals are provided during the tour?
The tour provides 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners. Meals include a variety of local dishes, and there is a food tasting tour in Downtown Amman offering dishes like Manakish, falafel sandwiches, Mansaf, and the dessert Knafeh.
-
Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities available during the tour. For example, in Aqaba, you can partake in water sports or morning boat excursions for snorkeling. In Petra, there is an optional Petra by Night tour, where you can walk through the candle-lit Siq to the Treasury.
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for our latest Covid-19 policies, however, we adhere to recommended health & safety guidelines on all our tours.
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
Fez Travel has been in operation since 1997.
-
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please contact us as soon as possible and we will be able to let you know what is possible and any associated price changes.
Reviews of this operator
1 Select your preferred date
Saturday - Sunday
Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 01, 2024Saturday - Sunday
Dec 21, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Fez Travel requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of fez travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.