For many people, Jordan begins and ends with the ancient city of Petra, star of the “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”. But there is so much more to explore, from history and culture to leisure and wellness.
Jordan’s capital Amman, is a modern, culturally diverse Arab city ideally situated on a hilly area between the desert and the fertile Jordan Valley, but everywhere there is evidence of the city’s much older past.
Petra is definitely Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. The breathtaking giant red mountains and vast mausoleums offer one of the most spectacular sights one could ever see. Pass through the Siq to the Treasury and Royal Tombs, hike up to the Monastery, then a further hike to the High Place of Sacrifice, each features an unforgettable experience that evokes the lost atmosphere of past Petra
The Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth with 4 times more salt than seawater so you just float on its surface. At 400 meters below sea level, the atmosphere contains layers of air that are saturated with oxygen and act as a natural UV filter, which means you can sun-bathe for longer with less risk of burning or skin cancer.
Wadi Rum offers some of the most extraordinary desert scenery you will ever see. The local Bedouin are proud but very hospitable, particularly once you get out into the desert, away from the bustling environment of the visitor centre and Rum Village.
Aqaba’s greatest asset is the Red Sea itself. The temperate climate and gentle water currents have created a perfect environment for the growth of corals and a teeming of marine life.
The ruins of Jerash still have the power to evoke the ghost of Rome. Jerash reveals a fine example of the grand, formal provincial Roman urbanism that is found throughout the Middle East, comprising paved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, handsome theatres, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls pierced by towers and gates.
For Jordan, we have found it better to tailor make packages to suit your personal requirements depending on the time you have and your budget.
