G Adventures, Jordan Multisport -The natural and man-made wonders of Petra and Wadi Rum

Introduction

Jordan is famed for its ancient past but its present is pretty darn compelling, too. The natural and man-made wonders of Petra and Wadi Rum have been drawing travellers here for ages, but the rough-hewn grandeur of Jordan has remained a secret known only to the boldest of thrill-seekers. Trek the rocky hills to isolated villages along the trails near Ajloun, hike down canyons towards the Dead Sea, and discover the Dana Biosphere Reserve. See for yourself why Jordan is a secret we just couldn’t keep to ourselves any longer.

• Trek Ajloun and Dana Nature reserves
• Float in the Dead Sea
• Go canyoneering and abseiling through Wadi Mujib
• Set your eyes on the Rose City of Petra
• Savour a local Bedouin meal in the desert of Wadi Rum

Duration : 8 days

Start/Finish City : Amman to Amman

Service Level : Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading : 4 - Demanding

Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.

Travel Style : Active

Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types.

Trip Type : Small Group

Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10

What's Included : 

• Your G for Good Moment: Numeira Community Bike tour and Lunch, Jordan Valley
• Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
• Your Local Living Moment: Bedouin Camp Overnight, Wadi Rum
• Petra guided tour
• Little Petra visit
• Wadi Rum 4x4 excursion
• Trekking Ajloun Reserve
• Trekking Dana Nature Reserve
• Canyoneering
• Dead Sea visit
• Entrance fees in all included tours
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Meals : 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport : 

Private van/bus, 4x4, bike, hike, walking.

Solo Travellers :

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nights), tented camp (1 night), cabin in winter or bungalow in summer (1 night).

Travel with Confidence : 

When Guests ready to travel again, G adventure here to support guests. Guests safety, as well as the safety of our employees and partners, has always been our top priority, which is why new physical distancing and cleaning measures have been put in place on all of our tours. Our Travel with Confidence policy features added health and safety procedures from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, without taking away from having the time of your life. The policy will evolve as time goes on and as we continue to monitor local public health recommendations, but what won’t change is our commitment to keeping you safe as you explore our big, beautiful world.

Book with Confidence Policy

Flexible bookings. No change fees. Added peace of mind.

Book with Confidence policy : Guests cancel and rebook your tour with no added costs up to 14 days prior to departure, giving you added flexibility and peace of mind.

Day 1 Amman

Arrive at any time.

After learning more about the tour and plans for the following day, choose to head out for an optional dinner at a local restaurant with the CEO and traveling companions.

Amman is a very big city and there is not one central area to stay - hotels are spread out across various neighbourhoods within the city. For this reason, to move around the city in your free time, you will have to take a taxi, please feel free to ask your CEO for recommendations and assistance.

Your Welcome Moment : Meet Your CEO and Group

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Accommodation :  Signature Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 Amman / Ajlun

Travel to the undiscovered Jordan and head north to the Ajloun Nature Reserve for a half day of trekking.

After breakfast, head north out of Amman to the lesser known region of Ajloun. The most common image of Jordan is that of an arid land covered in desert. Enjoy a short trek in Ajloun Nature Reserve. Transfer up to Ajloun passing through areas surrounded by woodland, olive groves, and strong oak trees. A hidden gem in Jordan, the area's natural beauty is impressive.

Private Vehicle : Amman – Ajlun 2 hours

Ajloun Nature Reserve Hike 2 hours-3 hours /  3-4km

Enjoy a short trek in the Ajloun Nature Reserve, a hidden gem in Jordan. This oasis in the desert boasts impressive natural beauty. Follow a trail surrounded by olive groves, oak trees, pistachio trees, and carob trees – there are a number of trails throughout the park's 13km (8 mi), which vary in difficulty. The trek is a simple walk, but good footwear is recommended.

Accommodation : Ajloun Nature Reserve (or similar)

Meals included : Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3 Ajlun / Dead Sea

Spend the morning hiking, abseiling, and wading through streams in Wadi Mujib before enjoying a float in the famous Dead Sea.

Begin today with a short bus ride to Wadi Mujib, and spend the morning hiking, abseiling, climbing, and walking down to the Dead Sea.

From Wadi Mujib, continue the short distance to the Dead Sea. Known for its high salinity, opt to bob like a cork in the healing water or cover yourself in therapeutic mud. There is also the option to visit the site of Jesus' baptism.

Overnight at the Dead Sea.

Private Vehicle Ajlun – Dead Sea 4hours

Mujib Canyon Trail Hike Wadi al Mawjib - 4hours

Head off for an exhilarating canyoneering experience hiking the Mujib Canyon Trail, a wet trail involving abseiling and wading through streams in the Wadi Mujib. Enjoy spectacular scenery and a chance to see local wildlife.

Dead Sea Visit : 

Discover the legendary healing qualities of the Dead Sea, famous for its unique mineral makeup and salinity. Spot salt chunks drifting by like icebergs on the water’s surface. Take a dip yourself and float like a buoy or cover yourself in the mud along the shore, believed to have medicinal and therapeutic benefits. There are showers nearby to wash off after.

Accommodation : Ramada Resort Dead Sea

Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner

Day 4 Dead Sea / Petra

Visit the impressive Dana Biosphere Reserve and trek through this unique landscape. Transfer to Petra for the night and opt to pay a late night visit to Petra to observe the site illuminated by candlelight.

Visit the Dana Nature Reserve, an oasis among the golden expanse of the desert. Take a guided walk through the reserve, following the Feathers Canyon Trail, which leads past Nabatean tombs to a breathtaking siq. Dana is a diverse environment containing a wide variety of plant life, including many that are endemic to the reserve. There are also several endangered species here to keep an eye out for.

Dana BIosphere Reserve Trek  3hours - 4hours / 3km

Hike the Feathers Canyon Trail to Shaq ar-Reesh, a Nabatean mountain retreat. Start the walk in flower-filled fields, and do some climbing and scrambling on the way to the highest point, passing water channels along the way.

Private Vehicle : Dead Sea – Petra 10 hours

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation : Edom Hotel Petra (or similar)

Day 5 Petra

Trek through gorges and canyons from Little Petra to the main attraction: the rose-rock city of Petra. Enjoy a guided tour of this magnificent World Heritage Site.

Take the next two days to explore the site of Petra. First, head over to Al Beidha, also known as Little Petra. This site is literally hidden away in a mountain and is a miniature version of Petra, containing a number of notable tombs. It offers a glimpse of Petra without the crowds.

After exploring this site, make the short trek over to Petra itself. The trail is approx 5km (3.1 mi) between the sites. The excitement builds when first glimpsing the Monastery from a vantage point high above the ruins of Petra. The rest of the day is free to explore the site, before heading back through the siq to the hotel.

Approx travel times: Wadi Rum to Amman, 3.5 hours

Siq al-Barid (Little Petra) Visit Wadi Musa, 3 hours

Explore the narrow alleyway with tall cliff walls and carved rock of Little Petra, which is similar to its larger namesake. Just 9km (5.6 mi) from Wadi Musa, it's worth the visit.

Petra Guided Tour 4hours - 6hours 

Journey to Petra to explore this UNESCO World Heritage site. Wind your way through the Siq, a narrow, 1km-long (.6 mi) gorge flanked by soaring 80m-high (262 ft) sandstone walls. Take in the astounding colours and patterns of the rock, and, at the end of this passage, catch your first glimpse of Al-Khazneh, the famed treasury of Petra.

Explore in depth with your CEO and get a brief history of the city, one of the greatest attractions in the Middle East. The Nabateans carved this capital from the living rock of the surrounding mountains in Petra. Visit monuments that include the Pharaoh's Castle, the triumphal arch, the amphitheatre, and the monastery.

Accommodation : Edom Hotel Petra (or similar)Hotel

Meals included : Breakfast

Day 6 Petra / Wadi Rum

Enjoy a free morning exploring Petra before continuing to Wadi Rum in the heart of Jordan's desert. Continue by 4x4 to a Bedouin desert camp in the Deisah desert and enjoy a traditional meal while learning more about the ancient Bedouin culture and history before bunking down under the stars.

After breakfast, have the morning free to visit Petra again. The site is large, but you can set your own pace depending on the weather and the interests of the group.

After the Nabatean ruins, drive to Wadi Rum, a vast, silent landscape of ancient riverbeds and the largest and most magnificent of Jordan's desert landscapes. There may be time this afternoon for a 4x4 trip into the desert.

On arrival, head to a comfortable tented camp at Dissah Oasis in Wadi Rum Desert. Enjoy a traditional meal for dinner and learn more about this ancient culture. Be sure to keep a look out at the night sky; the absence of city lights means that the opportunities for star gazing are really impressive.

Private VehiclePetra – Wadi Rum 2 hours

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

4x4 Desert Trip 4 hours

Head deep into the desert by 4x4 and enjoy the amazing natural beauty and unique landscape on this unforgettable drive. Along the way we drive up red sand dunes, view stunning rock formations and visit ancient sites to view rock art and inscriptions.

Your Local Living Moment : Bedouin Camp Overnight

Camp overnight in the desert, enjoying a traditional meal and learning more about the ancient Bedouin culture. Spend the evening sitting under the stars, around a fire, listening to stories from the Bedouin hosts. If really lucky, they may bring the drums out for some music!

Accommodation : Al Zawaydah Camp (or similar)Campground

Meals included : Breakfast | Dinner

Day 7 Wadi Rum/Amman

Visit a G Adventures supported community for a bike ride and traditional lunch before heading back to Jordan's capital for the evening.

Private VehicleWadi Rum – Amman 3hours 30mins

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Your G for Good Moment : Numeira Community Bike tour and Lunch

Embark on a bike tour around the farms of the South Ghour region, where the Numeira Environmental Association is creating jobs and meaningful work for the community while promoting sustainable farming practises. You'll stop into a family home to enjoy a traditional meal and learn more about the eco-friendly practices that farmers adopt to create a better future for their famillies.

Accommodation : Signature Hotel (or similar)Hotel

Meals included : Breakfast | Lunch

Day 8 Amman

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Prices listed are per person in Great British Pound, based on twin occupancy, rates for single occupancy may differ, Rates offered are including all discounts unless otherwise stated. All bookings are subject to availability. Other travel periods may be available. Some block out dates may apply. Rates may alter depending upon the dates requested and surcharges if applicable. Final booking confirmation only provided once payment has been processed. Contact our travel team for more details. Our Holiday Centre reserves the right to withdraw this promotion without notice at any time. Flights are not included. Pricing correct as at 9th december 2021.