2024 - Classic Jordan Tour

2024 - Classic Jordan Tour

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2024 - Classic Jordan Tour

9 Days Starting and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: Amman, Dana Biosphere Reserve, Wadi Rum, Petra, Dead Sea

Tour operator:

Fez Travel

Tour code:

JOEN

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 14

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

8-99

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2279

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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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

  • Amman - Explore the Citadel, Umayyad Palace, Byzantine Church, and Roman Amphitheatre

  • As-Salt - Discover historic Islamic architecture and the Harmony Trail

  • Dana Biosphere Reserve - Hike through Jordan's largest nature reserve

  • Wadi Rum - Experience a Bedouin dinner and a 4x4 desert jeep safari

  • Petra - Visit the UNESCO Heritage site and explore the iconic Treasury

  • Dead Sea - Swim, float, and relax in the salty waters

  • Madaba - See the famous mosaics at the Church of St. George

  • Jerash - Explore the ancient Roman site with its well-preserved ruins

Itinerary

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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

Ania Afz (Google Reviewer)  

Fez Magic Carpet Travel with...

08-Aug-2024

Fez Magic Carpet Travel with Mr. Goku Pamir was an amazing experience. He was professional, knowledgeable and understanding. Our group was able to add some places, thanks to him arranging it for us and adding a boat and House of Mother Mary for us. We even saw mulana Rumi's place and learned about Sufi dance , which is the best. He surprised our group with 4D theatre at the library of Celsius and showed us original Carpet, Silk, and Leather makers. Overall, it was a wonderful experience because he stopped at the best food places for breaks frequently and even gave us a small keychain as a reminder gift or souvenir besides the gifts Fez gives us. Fez travels offers wifi and charging ports in their bus which is a life saver. Hotels and places visited were all beautiful and I recommend visiting Turkeye with Mr. Goksu Pamir. Thanks.

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I gathered wonderful memories of...

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I gathered wonderful memories of Turkey. Fez Travel Turkey with an intelligent, knowledgeable guide Göksu Parmir made this possible. Excellent transport, Excellent places of stay, excellent selection of Restaurants starting from Istanbul to Cappidocia with a perfect humble driver Mr Saifi. Guide plays a very important role. Guide Göksu had a wonderful Knowledge of place and it's history.

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Did a 13 day tour...

19-Oct-2024

Did a 13 day tour of Turkey with 3 days onboard a Gulet in October 2024. What an amazing experience ! Our guide Fa was amazing ! I don’t think I’ve ever met a guide to beat him !! He was so knowledgeable, so friendly, and so helpful ! He organised so many little extras. He found a laundry for us, helped buy stamps and post postcards, organised a trip to a pharmacy and then read the medicine boxes for us. He organised a WhatsApp group so we could share photos and information. Our driver Han supported all these extra trips and activities including the pharmacies !! Brilliant !! Highly recommend Fez Travel and I hope you are lucky enough to have Fa and Han for your tour !!

Theresa Martinovich (Google Reviewer)  

Just completed the Magic Carpet...

09-Sep-2023

Just completed the Magic Carpet Tour of 11 days with Fez. The accomodation, food and driver were excellent. Our guide Tamer was like a walking encyclopedia of knowkedge and was extremely kind and caring to all members of the group, responding to our every whim and wish. The accomodation far, far exceeded our expectations. We loved every minute.

Al Reid (Google Reviewer)  

Our guide Can was brilliant....

14-Sep-2024

Our guide Can was brilliant. Very well organised. He was Turkish so knew so much information and tips. We were always in the right place at the right time and avoided crowds all the time. Our driver Cengiz was also fantastic, very safe and careful.

Amrita V (Google Reviewer)  

I did a Turkey Highlights...

09-Jan-2023

I did a Turkey Highlights 10 day tour in Sept 2021. It was absolutely amazing. Our tour guide— Chagmn. He was extremely knowledgeable and well-read. Fez travel organized everything extremely well and food was simply amazing. It was a great experience to learn the history and see it alive in Turkey. Highly recommend the tour to everyone. Here are a few photos of the highlights of the trip. Must do things include: Epephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Hagia Sophia

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Fez Travel has organised for...

05-May-2018

Fez Travel has organised for us one of the best tours that we had. Together with our guide – Serdar Ozkan, we travelled some 3,300km around Turkey following the itinerary. As a private group, we could alter the programme. Serdar could feel the mood of the group and altered the schedule appropriately but more importantly, took us to where the best food available. This arrangement together with the excellent driving of the long distances, the suitable accommodation and interesting sites made this trip of a life time. One aim was to see the Tulips in Istanbul. The date of 13th April was suggested. Had we arrived earlier, the tulips would not have been in bloom. When we returned to Istanbul on the 20th, the tulips had withered. This is an example of their recommendations. For us, what was promised was delivered with a smile. Thank you Fez Travel.

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22-May-2024

Recently we completed a 17 day tour with Fez and then a separate private tour Fez organised and personalised to our needs. We found the whole experience smooth and professionally planned. We had wonderful guides beginning with Fatih Carsi, who we found to be extremely knowledgeable, with deep insight on the significance and history of each site visited. We travelled in a small group which made our experience all that more personal. As we were doing an extended tour we left our group and travelled on with Zeynup, who also was extremely knowledgeable,warm and engaging.Our driver Metin was kind and personable. Zeynup went to great lengths and was very patient assisting us with a difficult hotel management and staff in a particular location. The next leg of our journey we were shown around by another wonderful guide Fatma, a bright and enthusiastic local, who proudly showcased Cappadocia to us. We met with Birhat in Van ,another local guide who was easy to connect with on a personal level and between him and Sal, our entertaining driver we experienced a beautiful region of Turkey together. Nothing was too much trouble, from frequent photo stops to impromptu roadside snowball fights.Lots of fun was had along the way. Halil and Hakan, our driver took over for the next stage of our experience. This team were consumate professionals and a pleasure to spend time with. Halil was not only informative but was an exceptional communicator on many levels. We will remain friends with Halil and do our best to connect again in person on our next adventure. Last but definitely not least was Korkut, Mr. Go the Extra Mile. Korkut made the closing stage of our Fez Turkish tour unforgettable,going well beyond the call of duty making sure we will never forget the sights we saw our our amazing adventure in this wonderful country. Truly the world largest open air museum ,but more than that people who will forever remain Our Heart.

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22-Dec-2023

We took Colours of Tyrkey tour in May22. There was no problem contacting Canan Kararrsian prior to the tour but we had no feedback or response to the long email we sent outlining our difficulties and grievances. There were problems every step of the way. The letter we sent is too long to attach here but issues like being called at 4am for an internal flight arriving 4 hrs before departure. No luggage allowance booked. Coach with only 2 of us on board constantly under repair for days and eventually broke down on the way to the airport...............and so on. We would not have felt so aggrieved if we had a response to our complaint. We are seasoned travellers and are tolerant of hic- ups. We have never made a complaint before. Booking my current trip has prompted my review.

Jane S (Google Reviewer)  

I wouldn’t recommend this company....

09-Oct-2024

I wouldn’t recommend this company. The tour guide was poor at explaining sites, he also was aggressive with some of the people on the tour. Scam company - if you didn’t pay for the hidden extras then you’d have a tour of being driven around to pushy sales companies to try and get you to buy things. Food places were gross at times, often gas stations (there were other options around too) but clearly commission based. Don’t use this company

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    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.

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