“Ahlen Wa Sahlan”, welcome to Jordan. Upon your arrival to Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, our English speaking airport team will meet you holding a sign with your name at the passport control desk to assist you in the immigration and visa issuing process. This service is included for all non-restricted nationalities (please contact us to find out if your nationality is included). Next you will be meeting our driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Amman. If you arrive early in the morning, we can start the day with a first city tour, otherwise enjoy your first afternoon at leisure in Amman. 

Good morning in Amman, Jordan! After breakfast, we will start with a cultural walk through Amman. Built on 7 hills, now spreading on more than 20. It’s a big city with buildings made of white Jordanian limestone (as dictated by municipal law), Middle Eastern atmosphere and amazing views - to catch the best one, we will take you on the Citadel. You will see the whole city and the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace and the Archaeological and Folklore museums. Then, you will see the magnificent Roman Theatre. Afterwards, you will enjoy a walk through the old city called “West Al Balad”. It has hundreds of shops, coffee shops and local restaurants. Wherever you shop, don’t be surprised if the shopkeeper offers you a cup of coffee while you decide on your purchase - it’s all part of the friendly, Jordanian shopping experience. Continue to Rainbow street for an exploration walk, enjoying the colorful streets, stairs, artistic cafes and art galleries. Next, we will head to Ajloun village to visit Ajloun Castle (Qal’at Ar-Rabad) that was built by Saladin’s general in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajloun, and to counter the progress of the Crusaders by dominating the three main routes leading to the Jordan valley and protecting the communication routes between Jordan and Syria. A fine example of Islamic architecture, the fortress dominates a wide stretch of the northern Jordan Valley.

After breakfast you will set out to explore Orjan Village Trail: continuing from the Soap House, this tour takes you through wooded valleys to the lush green orchards of Orjan village, giving you the chance to discover the rural lifestyle of the region. A poplar-lined spring provides a wonderful contrast to the arid mountains of the previous stages of the trail. As you hike, note the dramatic rock walls, old water mills once used by local people to grind their seeds and the hollow walnut tree. Enjoy a delicious traditional meal in an orchard of fig, pomegranate, apple and apricot trees.Afterwards it off to Jerash, an ancient city that boasts an as unbroken chain of human occupation dating back more than 6 500 years. The city’s golden age came under Roman rule and the site is now generally acknowledged to be one of the best-preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. In the late afternoon, return to Amman. 

After breakfast, you will visit Madaba and the Basilica of St. George. The floor of the church depicts a remarkable 6th-century mosaic map; its two million pieces of colored stone depicting the hills, valleys and towns of the Holy land. The magnificent mosaic is second only to Madaba’s world-famous mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Continue to Mount Nebo, 800m above sea level, where you can stand on the site where Moses looked out over the “Promised Land”.  Afterwards, head to Dana Natural Reserve to be welcomed by a group of very friendly locals, then enjoy a short hike to the Village in Dana getting introduced to this exceptional place in Jordan!

After breakfast, head to visit the Rose Red city “Petra”, Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. It is a vast, unique city, carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled here more than 2000 years ago, turning it into an important junction for the silk, spice and other trade routes that linked China, India and southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece and Rome. Upon arrival, you will take a horseback ride through the Siq, the only access to this city. Visit the Treasury, Roman Theater, Royal Tombs, Court, Qasr Al Bent and the Church.

After breakfast, head out to Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon. The journey will take approximately 1.5 hours. 

Explore the desert of Wadi Rum in a 2-hour jeep tour then enjoy a 1-hour camel ride and feel like true Bedouin. During the jeep ride you will see: Nabataean Temple – enjoy the view of Wadi rum village from the north side, Lawrence spring – named from the famous film, Lawrence of Arabia, Red Sand dune – soft sand to walk or run from the top, Khazali Canyon – walk through the canyon and see old ancient inscriptions inside and Little bridge. Continue the journey of Desert exploration on feet, you will be accompanied by your local expert and private guide through this hiking tour of 3 hours getting more involved with culture and Jordanian Desert nature.

Enjoy a traditional Zarb dinner around a Bedouin campfire. Around 9 pm it is time for you to enjoy the starry nights of Wadi Rum. Living in lively cities makes it more difficult to witness the magnificence of the skies and heavens. Through the innovation of science, you are able to get a little closer to the hidden wonders of the Universe. Stars, planets, nebulae, all are within your reach with this experience. 

After breakfast, you will head to The Dead Sea, with its own unique historical and spiritual legacy. With much of the landscape virtually unchanged since ancient times, this is a favourite spot for visitors and locals alike. Spend the rest of your day sunbathing, swimming, and enjoy a mouthwatering lunch. Relax in the gently lapping waters and be amazed that you can’t sink! Treat yourself to a soothing massage, or try the well-known healing powers of minerals from the sea’s muddy floor.

Depending on your flight time, your driver will take you to Queen Alia International Airport in time for your check in. Goodbye Jordan, we hope to see you again!