8 days, Amman to Amman
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Step back in time in the sweeping sands of Jordan, home to enchanting ancient cities, sacred Biblical sites, and jaw-dropping natural wonders. Experience the rock-cut magnificence of Petra, featured in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, where Cleopatra is said to have been a frequent visitor. Enjoy a traditional meal at a G Adventures–supported café, and gain insights into the Bedouin way of life in the heart of the Jordanian desert.
8 days - Amman to Amman
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Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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8 days - Amman to Amman
From$1879USD
was $2349
Valid on Jun 30 2024
Trip Code: DJJNG
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Highlights from Journeys: Explore Jordan
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Reviewing photos I shot of the sun descending on the desert of Wadi Rum, I found the red sand eerily resembled the photos taken by NASA’s Mars Rover. —Annie Fitzsimmons, “Urban Insider," National Geographic Travel
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Places visited
- Jordan
Itinerary Notes
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Itinerary
Day 1Amman
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Day 2Amman
Awake in the Jordanian capital and venture to Jerash, home to one of the world’s largest and most well-preserved Roman ruins. Wander amid the colonnaded streets, soaring temples, and spacious squares of this ancient city; then visit a G Adventures–supported café run by local women, where we’ll enjoy a cooking class and delicious traditional lunch. Back in Amman, visit the Jordan Archaeological Museum and explore the ruins of the Citadel—one of the oldest continually inhabited places in the world.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Beit Khayrat Souf women-run cafe| Your Journeys Highlight Moment Women's Cooking Class & lunch
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 3Amman/Wādī Mūsá
Depart early towards Petra, driving along the scenic King’s Highway. Stop at Mount Nebo, where Moses was offered a glimpse of the Promised Land according to the Hebrew Bible. Take in stunning views of the Dead Sea from the summit, and continue to Madaba, famed for its Byzantine mosaics—including the oldest surviving map of the Holy Land. Arrive in Wadi Musa, our base for exploring Petra, and enjoy a talk by an archaeologist about the legendary sandstone city and the ongoing excavations taking place there.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Journeys Highlight Moment Petra Archaeologist Talk
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 4Wādī Mūsá
Rise early to discover the legendary city of Petra, carved out of sandstone cliffs by the Nabataean Arabs as early as the second century BC. Venture into the city by way of a gorge called the Siq, and enjoy a guided walking tour of the magnificent rose-red ruins. Spend some time exploring on your own before returning to our hotel. This evening, opt to experience Petra by night, when the site glows in the light of thousands of candles, and take in a performance of Bedouin music.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 5Petra/Wadi Rum
After breakfast, continue to Wadi Rum—a vast landscape of sweeping red sand dunes and towering sandstone arches. Enjoy lunch at our desert camp, then set out on a thrilling 4x4 excursion into the desert. Drive past spectacular rock formations, look for ancient petroglyphs, and pick the perfect spot to watch the sunset. Return to camp for a typical Bedouin feast. Later, head out with your Bedouin guide for a nighttime walk, admiring the dazzling, starry skies of the desert.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Journeys Highlight Moment Wadi Rum Night Walk
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6Wadi Rum/Dead Sea
Travel towards the Dead Sea, one of the saltiest bodies of water on the planet. Stop for lunch at a G Adventures–supported community café, located on lush green farmland surrounded by desert. Continue to the shores of the Dead Sea and settle into our hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing poolside, or choose to take a dip in the mineral-rich waters of the lake, long known for their therapeutic properties.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Al Safi Community Lunch
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 7Dead Sea/Amman
Enjoy a visit to the archaeological remains of Bethany, where Jesus is believed to have been baptized. Explore the churches, chapels, monasteries, and caves of this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage site, then travel back to Amman. Join the group for an optional farewell dinner tonight.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 8Amman
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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What's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Women's Cooking Class & lunch, Jerash Governorate
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Petra Archaeologist Talk, Wādī Mūsá
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Wadi Rum Night Walk, Wadi Rum
- Your G for Good Moment: Beit Khayrat Souf women-run cafe, Jerash Governorate
- Your G for Good Moment: Al Safi Community Lunch, Jordan Valley
- Arrival transfer
- Visit to the Amman Citadel and the National Archaeological Museum
- Tour of Jerash and the Madaba mosaics
- Visit Mount Nebo
- Petra guided tour
- Enjoy a traditional meal at Al Safi Kitchen, a G Adventures–supported café
- Wadi Rum desert 4x4 excursion
- Visit to Bethany
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (6 nts), desert camp (1 nt).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD225-295 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van/bus, 4x4, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Available extras(Add these to your tour when you book)
My Own Room - From $959.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
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Journeys: Explore Jordan
| 8 days - Amman to Amman - from $1879 USD
