The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which once captivated ancient travellers, continues to enthral a whole new generation as a modern, vibrant nation.
From the haunting, primeval starkness of Wadi Rum, to the teeming centre of urban Amman, from the majestic ruins of bygone civilizations to the timeless splendour of the Dead Sea, Jordan is unveiled as a unique destination offering breathtaking and mysterious sights, high standard accommodations, exquisite cuisine and countless activities that can provide visitors with inspiration, motivation, and rejuvenation.
How safe is a trip to Jordan
Despite Jordan being in the heart of the middle east, it is just as safe to take a trip in 2016 as it was in any other years in its past, with the greatest dangers being from random acts of thefts and other petty crimes just like in any other tourist country in the world, including U.S. and Europe.
The areas to avoid as a cautionary measure are the border between Syria and Jordan and stick to the south and central parts of the country. The good news is that the best parts of the country are in south and central Jordan and you can look forward to a memorable trip in the beautiful and historic country
Jordan at a glance
A trip to Jordan can be planned to last between 5 and 8 nights to cover the main highlights of the country. Here is a sample itinerary that covers most of the amazing sights on offer in this beautiful nation. Don’t forget to check out the images to really get your mind blown
9-day Jordan Sightseeing Tour ( 7 Nights / 8 Days )
Day ( 1 ) Queen Alia Airport – Amman
Meet and assist at Queen Alia Airport by our representative and tranafer to your hotel. Overnight in Amman
Day ( 2 ) Amman – Amman City tour – Desert Castles – Amman
Depart from your hotel and begin your tour of the old city of Amman exploring the Citadel and the Roman Theatre, two of the most popular archaeological sites in the city. Then walk through the old markets, viewing the Al-Husseini Mosque and stop at a local restaurant to sample authentic Falafel and Hummus. Depart from Amman .Head East into the desert and visit some of Jordan’s Desert Castles. They are beautiful examples of early Islamic art and architecture, with fine mosaics and frescos. See the stunning artwork in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Qasr Amra. Return to Amman. Overnight in Amman .
Day ( 3 ) Amman – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Keark- Petra
After breakfast, drive to Mount Nebo and wonder at the view where Moses looked across to the Promised Land and later died and was buried. Then on to the town of Madaba and discover the amazing Byzantine mosaics excavated from throughout the town. See the ‘Madaba Map’, the oldest preserved mosaic map of the Holy Lands. Continue south to the ancient crusader castle in Karak, exploring the maze of stone-vaulted halls and passageways. The city of Karak was the capital of Moab and the castle dominates the skyline. The castle provides an impressive insight into the architectural and military skills of the Crusaders. Then drive to your hotel in Petra Overnight in Petra
Day ( 4 ) Amman – Petra visit – Petra
Depart from your hotel in Amman and drive South explore a Master piece half as old as time; The Red Rose city of Petra. Marvel at the beauty of the ‘Lost City’, exploring its many caves and tombs. Walk through the Siq and be astounded at the magnificent Treasury, the entrance guarding the ancient Nabatean city, now one of the Modern 7 Wonders of the World. Time to then explore the city further, such as Qasr Al-Bint or the Royal Tombs. Overnight in Petra
Day ( 5 ) Petra – Wadi Rum – Aqaba
Depart from your hotel in Petra and drive to Wadi Rum. Enjoy the wilderness adventure of a 4×4 jeep tour of Wadi Rum, following in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia, climbing sand dunes and rock bridges. An unforgettable experience. Drive to Aqaba. Overnight in Aqaba.
Day ( 6 ) Aqaba – Amman
Free day to spend relaxing as you choose, either exploring the markets of the downtown or visiting one of the beach resorts to swim, snorkel or scuba dive to admire the world-renowned multi-coloured coral reefs, fish and wildlife under the clear blue water. Overnight in Amman.
Day ( 7 ) Amman – Dead Sea – Amman
Depart from Amman and descend 1,000m to the lowest point on earth, at 400m below sea level. Enjoy a day relaxing at the Dead Sea, floating in the salt waters, rest by the pool or pamper yourself with spa treatments. Return to Amman. Overnight in Amman
Day ( 8 ) Departure – Amman to Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Queen Alia Airport for departure.
