Jordan Experience

Jordan Experience

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Jordan Experience

6 Days Starting and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: Amman, Jerash, Petra

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

WJORZN19

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2195 $1866 Operator discount: -$329 -15%

NB: Prices correct on 22-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Jordan Experience" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of Jordan's rich history and culture. Begin in the vibrant city of Amman, exploring its ancient sites and enjoying a warm welcome from local hosts. Discover the Greco-Roman city of Jerash and the iconic rose-red city of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Experience the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum with a scenic jeep tour and an immersive stay in a Bedouin camp. Engage with local communities at the Iraq al-Amir Women's Center, supporting sustainable development goals. Enjoy authentic Jordanian hospitality with home-cooked meals and stories shared by local families. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and unforgettable cultural encounters, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the timeless allure of Jordan.

Highlights

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    Must-see Highlights

    • Explore Amman
    • Visit the Greco-Roman city at Jerash, the unique ancient city at Petra, the Crusader Fortress at Shobak and Wadi Rum
    • View the Roman amphitheater and Citadel in Amman, Moses' Promised Land on Mount Nebo and the mosaic map of the Holy Land at Madaba
    • Scenic Drive on a jeep tour in the Wadi Rum desert

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    Make Travel Matter®

    Iraq al-Amir: Visit the Iraq al-Amir Women's Center and learn how they create soap from olive oil and greeting cards from recycled paper, followed by lunch prepared by the women. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: 5 & 10 - Gender Equality & Reduced Inequalities.

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    Be My Guest

    Amman: Embrace the genuine hospitality of your Jordanian hosts, Elias and Feryal as you are welcomed in true Jordanian fashion. Enjoy a home cooked meal while the family share stories of their life in Amman, unlocking a side of Jordan you can only discover through the eyes of locals.

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    Trafalgar Difference

    Wadi Rum: Our Tented Camp in the heart of Wadi Rum offers a totally immersive experience. Wadi Rum has been home to nomadic Bedouin people and they can be identified by their handwoven traditional tents.

Places You'll See

Amman

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Amman

Location: Amman

Accommodation: Landmark

Accommodation Name: Ambassador Amman

Meals Included: Dinner

Tread in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia, crusading knights and Bedouin tribes, who once crossed the length and breadth of Jordan leaving their mark on its mystical desert landscapes. Our springboard to the spellbinding ancient trading history of Jordan is the white stone city of Amman, which you will have an opportunity to explore at your leisure after being transferred to your hotel from the airport. Meet your fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Drink followed by dinner.

Day 2: Explore Ancient Jerash Make Travel Matter Connect With Locals

Location: Jerash

Accommodation: Landmark

Accommodation Name: Ambassador Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, we embark on a city tour of Amman to see its Citadel, Archaeological Museum, Roman Amphitheater and Folklore Museum. Our next stop is to Iraq al-Amir where we’ll visit the Iraq al-Amir Women's Association for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Learn first-hand how they make soap from olive oil and craft greeting cards and note books from recycled paper. Try your hand at making your own before enjoying a lunch prepared by the women. We continue to the ancient city of Jerash, a favorite city of the Roman emperor Hadrian and an important stop on the incense and spice trade route to the Mediterranean. Amble past its soaring Corinthian columns and view its almost intact city walls, before returning to the seven hills of Amman, where tonight we’ll Connect With Locals over an exclusive Be My Guest experience with the Khzouz family featuring a meal of Jordanian favorite dishes.

Day 3: Onwards To Petra

Location: Petra

Accommodation: Hayat Zaman

Accommodation Name: Hayat Zaman

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The enchanting rose-red façades of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, beckon. Your journey continues on the fabled King’s Highway to visit Mount Nebo, one of the most revered holy sites of Jordan and the place where Moses is buried. You’ll see the Madaba Mosaic Map that covers the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George in Madaba and ascend to the Crusader Shobak Castle, perched on the side of a mountain. Arriving in Petra later, you’ll join a Bedouin tribe for a traditional dinner in their camp, under the clear night sky.

Day 4: Discover Colorful Petra And Scenic Wadi Rum Dive Into Culture Stays With Stories

Location: Petra

Accommodation: Mazayen Rum Camp

Accommodation Name: Bedouin Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Imagine silk and spice caravans plying their wares as we Dive Into Culture and enter this mystical trading city through the narrow Siq, flanked by towering cliffs soaring 80 meters high. Emerging from the path, the stone façade of the Treasury with its ornate decoration looms ahead – the first of many wonders to be explored. Leaving this ancient wonder behind, you’ll trek through the timeless landscapes of the Wadi Rum desert, once described by T.E. Lawrence as 'vast, echoing and god-like'. Check into your luxury accommodation in Bedouin tents and soak up the endless desert landscapes. Watch a breath-taking sunset lighting up the surrounding sandstone mountains in brilliant golden hues, then gaze up as the day turns to night and the star-studded sky takes center stage for the rest of the evening.

Day 5: Journey To Amman

Location: Amman

Accommodation: Landmark

Accommodation Name: Ambassador Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we embark on a jeep tour through the desert watching the landscape rise almost 2,000 meters from the desert floor, amidst which you’ll find canyons, waterholes and rock paintings that span millennia. Return to Amman for your final night in Jordan, enjoying a Farewell Dinner with your travel companions. As the sun sets on this magical city, listen to the mystical call of the muezzin and reminisce over an enchanting trip into antiquity.

Day 6: Farewell Jordan

Location: Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, we bid farewell to this extraordinary land.

What's Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

    The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver.

  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

    Accommodation is provided in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.

  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities

    All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

    The tour covers all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes.

  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

    Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included.

  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

    The tour includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.

  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

    Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.

  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

    Transportation is provided in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

  • Optional Experiences and free time

    The tour offers optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.

  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

    If necessary, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional meals are not included.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • International flights

    International flights to and from Jordan are not included in the tour package.

  • Visa fees

    Visa fees for entry into Jordan are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 5 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)

Dive Into Culture

  • Petra: In the 'Rose City' of Petra, you'll see tombs and temples carved into pink sandstone cliffs and admire the 45m-high facades of Al Khazneh, the Treasury.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey through Jordan's captivating landscapes.

Accommodation

Experience the comfort of cherry-picked hotels, including the Ambassador Amman and Hayat Zaman, with a unique stay in a Bedouin Camp in Wadi Rum, offering an immersive cultural experience.

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique cultural experiences are included in the Jordan Experience tour?

    The tour includes a visit to the Iraq al-Amir Women's Center where you can learn how they create soap from olive oil and greeting cards from recycled paper. You will also have a 'Be My Guest' experience with a local family in Amman, enjoying a home-cooked meal and stories about life in Jordan. Additionally, you will stay in a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum, offering an immersive experience in traditional Bedouin culture.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    The tour offers cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. In Wadi Rum, you will stay in luxury Bedouin tents, providing a unique and immersive experience in the desert.

  • Are meals included in the Jordan Experience tour?

    Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. There is also a lunch included during the visit to the Iraq al-Amir Women's Center.

  • What transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys. There is also a jeep tour in the Wadi Rum desert.

  • What is the significance of the places visited on the tour?

    The tour visits several significant historical and cultural sites, including the ancient city of Jerash, the rose-red city of Petra, Mount Nebo, and the Crusader Shobak Castle. These sites offer insights into Jordan's rich history and cultural heritage.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Renato Arrieta  

Best tour I joined so far

14-Jan-2023

My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

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King Ng, Lafayette, California  

Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

08-Nov-2021

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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14-Jan-2023

We really did see the best of Egypt and beyond. Our tour guide, Mohammad, guided us through the rich history and the urban and rural life of such a unique and delightful country. We felt very safe and pampered.

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06-Nov-2021

It was my first time with Trafalgar Tour and I had a wonderful trip from day 1 till the last day. The Tour Director, Yocel Atik is very knowledgeable and Excellent. The health director and coach driver are helpful and supportive as well. The hotels selected were comfortable especially Rixos Hotel and Movenpick Hotel. The Best of Turkey is better than I expected.

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09-Nov-2021

I am single and travel alone. I always feel secure and well-looked after when I travel with Trafalgar

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

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