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After 5 Days in Jordan What have I missed ?
Most of the travelers who Visit Jordan for tourism choose the classic 5 Days itinerary which covers : Petra , Jerash ,dead sea & Wadi rum on touch and go basis !!...
Most of the travelers who Visit Jordan for tourism choose the classic 5 Days itinerary which covers : Petra , Jerash ,dead sea & Wadi rum on touch and go basis !!
it usually happens that after the travelers start their tour to get to know more about attractions of Jordan , they end up with feeling of regret on not having enough time to do justice to all there is to see . this feeling unfortunately get magnified when they do a half day tour to petra or spend only 2 hours only at wadi rum , hence skimming over only the main sites.
Jordan is a small country in size ( 90.000 km² ) only but a very big country with it's attractions . with more than 1000 attraction of Archeological , Historical & Natural site , many Archeologists and Travelers considered Jordan as an open air museum .
Start from 8000 BC , passing through bronze & Iron ages sites tell these days Jordan considered the Heart of the region and the bridge between many nations .Pharaohs , Persians , Greeks ,Romans , byzantic & Muslims . Those nations left unbelievable monuments and attractions as a witness of their majestic and arts.
On the other hand the natural sites not less in importance . the Rift Valley made a very unique geographical Zones in Jordan with its high green mountains , colorful gorges in the desert and valleys and the lowest point on earth , the dead sea.
Back to planning your travel itinerary , the smartness is not how many places you visit but how much time you spend to enjoy every single place !!
One of unique things about Jordan holiday is the ability to travel from place to other in short of time given the small of the country size . this means that you do not have to do as many as checkout and check in through your visit . staying at dead sea hotel for example will allow you to make many daily excursions during the day time and back to you hotel afternoon which allow you to enjoy the beach morning and afternoon times .
Umm Qais ( Biblical Gadara ) , Saladin Castle in ajlun ( Crusaders ),Roman City Of Jerash ,Desert Castles ( Islamic & unesco ) , 7 Sleepers den ( Christian & Islamic ) , Bethany ( Biblical ) ,Mt.Nebo ( Biblical ) , Madaba Churches ( Biblical ) , Mecharus (Biblical ), Um Rasass ( Biblical & unesco ) , Amman City tour , Main Water falls ( Natural ) , Billa ( Greek ) , Jordan Valley ( Natural ), Lots cave ( Biblical ) & Wadi Mujib ( Adventure ) .
All Above Sites can be Visited From Dead Sea hotel With the enjoyment of the sea itself .
What next ??
Now we need to checkout and travel to Petra or Aqaba in the South . during enjoyment at the famous red sea resort in aqaba you can do lots of daily excursions from here too : Wadi rum ( Nature ,Ecco & Adventure ) , Petra ( 7 world Wonder ) , little Petra , Shobak Castle ( crusader Montréal ) & Dana ( Biosphere Reserve ) .. and not ignoring the activities and water sports in aqaba itself with many fine and clear blue water and colorful coral sites .
Is 5 days enough to cover all that ?
The answer is yours .
Jordan Adventures
Jordan Adventures
Jordan Adventures Season is Starting .. prepare your self for unique adventures , many activities will take your breath from
Jordan Adventures
Jordan Adventures Season is Starting .. prepare your self for unique adventures , many activities will take your breath from
green lands to desert , wet to dry , higher places to the lowest on earth , canyoning , hiking , tricking , repelling , snorkeling ,
diving , floating , camel ling , camping , Ballooning and many others .
Its All in one plate .
Welcome to Jordan 2015
Solo travelers
Now a day’s many people try to do their travel on their own without using a guide.
They called solo travelers.
They do booking on line and travel away from their homes depending on flyers, maps and reviews of other people....
Now a day’s many people try to do their travel on their own without using a guide.
They called solo travelers.
They do booking on line and travel away from their homes depending on flyers, maps and reviews of other people.
By doing this they think that they might save some money. As a first impression they will feel succeed, but by the end of the day their total calculation surely will be different.
Simply my definition for them is:
s: scammers clear target
o: overhead extra expenses
L: legally unprotected
o: options are not supported
Top Jordan Tours
$1000 Per Day
Trek to Petra
Trek to Petra is one of the special and great tours you can do on an old ancient trail from Dana reserve to Petra for more than 65 km through the mountains trekking up and down in a Bedouins nomadic life style, enjoying the views around including flora and fauna. It is about 4 wonderful days trail before reaching Petra.
...Read moreTrek to Petra is one of the special and great tours you can do on an old ancient trail from Dana reserve to Petra for more than 65 km through the mountains trekking up and down in a Bedouins nomadic life style, enjoying the views around including flora and fauna. It is about 4 wonderful days trail before reaching Petra.
What we offer you for the visit of Petra are not a glimpse or a fast visit for less than one day which is easy to do, but we give the chance for you to feel the spirit of Petra and to imagine how the Nabatians live, to see the magic of nature and the beauty of it.
There is tow ways to do it Supported or Unsupported, the one we provide right now is the Unsupported.
Please find below the itinerary outline and a checklist.
Please make sure to go through the checklist and if you have any questions about anything, please do tell us!
, Start gathering at 06:00 am, bus moving 07:00 am, morning drive to Dead Sea for breakfast, float, 2 hours free time, then drive to Dana Nature Reserve , hike to Om Sakakin canyon. Trekking (hrs) 5, Overnight Accommodation Wadi araba camping near a Perennial spring.
- The trail elevation are different between up and down with a some difficulty.
- There will be rest stops between while and while.
- Return back to Amman 28-Dec-13 , at 08:00 pm – arriving Amman at 12:00 am.
- The residency option is upon request and it is included but without services.
- Also please note that tips are not included.
what do you need to do it ?
The well and good health before anything else, then you need a Comfort and protection against the weather are of prime importance. Because the weather is so very variable in Jordan, I recommend a number of thin layers rather than a few thick ones. Clothes will get rough treatment! This equipment list is intended as a guideline for your use.
Clothing
Pair of worn-in walking boots, stiff soled, fabric or leather and waterproof, the more breathable the better
Rugged sandals and/or sneakers (for evenings and to relieve the feet at camps)
Trekking trousers: fast-drying, moisture wicking. Pant legs that zip off to become shorts are a very good idea
Trekking shorts: preferably not “too short” shorts
Socks: heavy duty, moisture wicking
Warm fleece or jacket
Sun hat (wide brim)
Fleece hat
Waterproof trekking jacket with hood
Waterproof pants
Thermal layer (top & bottom)
Light gloves
Equipment
Day pack (1) (30+ liters) with waterproof cover, or waterproof liner
sleeping mats, blankets, comforters and pillows, sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner are mostly required.
Water on trek is supplied by plastic bottles however a “hydration system” (Camelback/Platypus) is highly recommended (3 liter size is best) and a mouthpiece cover is highly recommended!
Towel – quick drying pack towel is recommended
Head torch + spare batteries
Camera & accessories
Sunglasses
Trekking poles (highly recommended)
Washing/shaving kit
Wet wipes for “dry washing” while 3 nights or more camping, (i.e. no shower!)
Sun Cream & lip salve
Small personal First Aid kit (see below)
Anti bacterial hand wash
(1) Backpack must be able to carry inside:
- packed lunch
- minimum 3 liters of water (whether in bottles or Camelback/Platypus system)
- camera
- personal first aid kit (see below)
- head torch with spare batteries
- fleece
- waterproof jacket/pants
First Aid Kit (carried in the day pack)
Dry powder form Gatorade (rehydration sachets)
general antibiotic
Advil / Ibuprofen / Paracetamol
Elastoplasts, blister dressing
plasters (band-aids)
Imodium / Arret
After sun lotion
Nice to have
Binoculars (recommended)
Reading material (recommended)
Spare glasses/contact lenses
Moisturizing cream
Foot/baby powder (Talcum powder)
Snacks/Energy bars
penknife/small scissors (please don’t pack in hand luggage)
nail clippers
padlock for main bag
small sewing/repair kit
small mirror
earplugs (against snorers)
Insect Repellent
Travel adapters
be sure to have enough food for 3 days at least, a filter for springs water will be great.
Please don’t forget you personal Id
Trek to Petra program
confirmation is by cash payment only and seats are limited.
$210 Per Day
Petra One of the Seven world wonders
A one day tour from Aqaba to the Rosy City of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Full Description
...Read moreA one day tour from Aqaba to the Rosy City of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Full Description
A one day Petra tour, leaving from Aqaba City. You’ll travel along the beautiful desert highway through stunning scenery to the ‘lost city of Petra’. Tour Petra and explore the wonders of this pink city, before enjoying an authentic Arabic style lunch in a local restaurant. Heading back to the border, we’ll stop in Wadi Rum to enjoy the landscape, and after a brief tour of the city of Aqaba on the Red Sea, will drop you back to the Border/Port/ your Cruise or your hotel in Aqaba.
Highlights
-Explore the 'lost city' of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
-Taste authentic Jordanian cuisine
-Take in the breathtaking scenery of Wadi Rum
-Enjoy a quick tour of Aqaba
Tour Itinerary
08:00 - Meet at the Jordanian Border / Port
09:00 - Travel through the desert to Petra
11:30 - Guided introduction to Petra, short horse ride
15:00 - Lunch in local restaurant
17:00 - Drive back through Wadi Rum
18:00 - Short tour of Aqaba
19:00 - Return to the Border/Port
NB: All times are approximate
Includes
-Transportation to all sites.
-Entrance fees.
-Local tour Guide in Petra.
-Lunch and water.
Excludes
-Border/ Port fees.
-Travel insurance.
-Other expenses not mentioned
-Gratitude's
Price
1 Person $ 340.00 USD
2 Persons $ 260.00 USD
3 Persons $ 230.00 USD
4 - 6 Persons $ 210.00 USD
Prices per person
Extra payment $60.00 USD for people coming from Eilat & Back the same day " Arava Border One Day Tour "
Transportation via private tourist Modern Vehicles.
$0 Per Day
Best of Jordan 5 Days 4 nights
Day 1 : Arrival at QAIA in amman , meet & assist , transfer to Visit Amman , start with the old city of Philadelphia ( Greek Time ) to visit the citadel , amman theater , drive through the old markets of traditional clothing market , gold market , spice market , proceed to modern city of amman passing the royal palaces , Drive around the modern neighborhoods with its villas & modern buildings with its red tops . overnight in amman
...Read moreDay 1 : Arrival at QAIA in amman , meet & assist , transfer to Visit Amman , start with the old city of Philadelphia ( Greek Time ) to visit the citadel , amman theater , drive through the old markets of traditional clothing market , gold market , spice market , proceed to modern city of amman passing the royal palaces , Drive around the modern neighborhoods with its villas & modern buildings with its red tops . overnight in amman
Day 2 : Transfer to Visit Mt. Nebo , the place where Moses gazed at the Promised Land before he died and believed to be his burial place. overlook the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, Jericho and Jerusalem , proceed to visit madaba with it's most famous mosaic is located in the 6th century Church of St. George in the middle of town. The Mosaic Map of Palestine represents the Holy Land and its surrounding regions , afternoon Proceed Via desert high Way to Petra , check in hotel over night in petra
Day3 : Start Full day tour to explore the ancient city of Petra, one of the world seven wonders and the home of the Nabateans, A complete city carved into the mountains with huge colorful rocks giving it the name of the Rosy City with its spectacular treasury, Royal Tombs, burial chambers and high places of sacrifice. overnight in petra.
Day4 :Transfer to the Dead Sea area . visit bethany the place where John baptized; the expression "beyond the Jordan" referring to the east bank of the river. In a later reference to the same place on the east bank, John 10:40 says that Jesus travelled across the Jordan to the place where John first baptized, proceed to dead sea resort , check in dead sea resort , free time at Leisure to enjoy The dead sea beach and to experience swimming, floating, muding & resort Spa Facilities . Overnight at dead sea Hotel.
Day 5 : ( in case of late departure flight ) Transfer to the north of Jordan to visit the greeco - roman city of Jarash , considered one of the largest and most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the world outside Italy. To this day, its colonnaded streets, baths, theaters, plazas and arches remain in exceptional condition , proceed to the airport for departure .farewell , END OF SERVICE .