9 Day Jordan Walking Tour featuring Petra
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Tour Itinerary
This itinerary requires a high level of physical fitness with up to 5 hours of walking per day. The route and activities are subject to change. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section and the Trip Preparation tab for more information.
DAY 1, Monday - Depart for JordanDepart for Jordan
DAY 2, Tuesday - Arrive in Amman
Arrive in Amman, the capital of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. This evening enjoy a light dinner at the hotel. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Amman
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Wednesday - Amman Walking Tour
Embark on a walking tour of downtown Amman. Begin at the Citadel, perched on Jebel Al Qala'a , the highest hill in Amman. From here, make your way towards the heart of downtown. View the ancient 6,000 seat Roman amphitheater built in the 2nd century. Continue through the bustling souks and markets, where local vendors sell their wares and soak up the lively atmosphere. Finish the walk with lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon, explore some of Amman's oldest neighborhoods, renowned for their captivating wall art. Strolling through the streets, witness a wonderful display of colorful murals, intricate graffiti, and thought provoking street art. This evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner
Overnight: Amman
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerHike Activity Level: Easy, 5.3 Miles, 5.5 Hours, +/- 360 ft
DAY 4, Thursday - Dana Biosphere Reserve, Petra
This morning, depart Amman and head towards Petra. Make a stop at the largest nature reserve, the Dana Biosphere Reserve, home to Jordan's most diverse wildlife. Hike the White Dome Trail, which contours the huge escarpments of Wadi Dana between the Rummana campsite and Dana Village. Passing through the terraced gardens of the village, the trail offers stunning views of the canyon-like Wadi. After the hike, have lunch at the local Dana Guest House and later, continue to Petra. Dinner this evening is at the hotel
Overnight: Petra
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerHike Activity Level: Moderate, 5 Miles, 3.5 Hours, +/- 200 ft
DAY 5, Friday - Visit Petra, Travel to Wadi Rum
This morning, explore Petra the "rose red" city hand-sculpted by the Nabateans in the 3rd century BC. Begin the hike at the main entrance, reaching the "Siq", and heading to the imposing Treasury. Continue on the mountainside and visit the royal tombs, or monastery. Spend free time before returning to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon, travel to Wadi Rum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its rolling sand dunes, and striking rock formations. Take a sunset Jeep tour and head to the camp for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Wadi Rum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerHike Activity Level: Challenging, 9 Miles, 6 Hours, +/- 1000 ft
DAY 6, Saturday - Hike Al Barrah Canyon
Embark on a hike to Al Barrah, a long, deep canyon cut through massive rock walls in Wadi Rum desert. The trail takes you down the canyon, where you will walk between towering sandstone cliffs and dramatic scenery. At the end of the hike, have a Bedouin picnic lunch, before heading back. Tonight, dinner is at the camp
Overnight: Wadi Rum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerHike Activity Level: Moderate, 3.5 Miles, 3.5 Hours, +/- 400 ft
DAY 7, Sunday - Madaba City Tour, Travel to the Dead Sea
Rise before dawn for the optional Wadi Rum Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride. After checking out from the camp, head to the ancient mosaic city of Madaba, where you'll find the Greek Orthodox Church, known for its 6th century map of the Holy Land. Continue through the Archaeological Park where you can see part of a Roman road, intricate Byzantine mosaics and several Ottoman buildings. After, have a tasty homemade lunch at Hikayet Sitti, prepared by the local women of Madaba. Travel to your hotel on the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. Pamper yourself with fabulous treatments, or just take in the beautiful surroundings and natural beauty of this area, before dinner tonight
Optional: Wadi Rum Sunrise Balloon Ride (AM)
Overnight: Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch DinnerHike Activity Level: Moderate, 3 Miles, 2.5 Hours, +180/- 80 ft
DAY 8, Monday - Wadi Himara
This morning, drive south along the shore of the Dead Sea to Wadi Himara. Here, embark on a hike along a stream flanked by colorful rocks, scattered palm trees and other local flora. Follow the trail to admire Jordan's tallest waterfall. Then hike back and drive to the hotel. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast, DinnerHike Activity Level: Moderate, 3.2 Miles, 3.5 Hours, +/- 700 ft
DAY 9, Tuesday - Depart Jordan
Transfer to the airport in Amman for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Walking Tour Package Includes
Other departure cities available.
Hiking Activity Overall Level: CHALLENGING
Special Features
Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price includes arrival & departure transfers.
During Ramadan (Mar 22 - Apr 21, 2024), historic and cultural sites may close early and operate with minimal staff. The order of sightseeing may be changed to accommodate the holiday observance. Traffic congestion is common during Ramadan. Some hotels and restaurants may not serve alcoholic beverages. Entertainment may be limited to be respectful of the holiday observance. Modest dress is suggested during Ramadan (no shorts, short skirts, or sleeveless tops). Use discretion when drinking, eating, and smoking in public between sunrise and sunset.
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Petra Moon Hotel
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Mazayen Wadi Rum Camp
This superior first class camp is located in the Wadi Rum desert.
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