Best of Jordan – 10 Days
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Overview
Jordan is full of wonderful hiking trails, mountains, canyons and we will explore the best hiking trails together in 10 days
This collection of trails are the hikers and professional adventure guides choice based on their experience for the last 20 years
Most of the hikes are the moderate ones with the most enjoyable environment, culture and the most beautiful areas starting from the north going to the south of Jordan
Jordan has three major physiographic regions (from east to west): the desert, the uplands east of the Jordan River, and the Jordan Valley (the northwest portion of the great East African Rift System).
The desert’s northern part is composed of volcanic lava and basalt, and its southern part of outcrops of sandstone and granite. The landscape is much eroded, primarily by wind. The uplands east of the Jordan River, an escarpment overlooking the rift valley, have an average elevation of 2,000–3,000 feet (600–900 metres) and rise to about 5900 feet (1,854 metres) at Mount Um Addami , Jordan’s highest point, in the south. Outcrops of sandstone, chalk, limestone, and flint extend to the extreme south, where igneous rocks predominate.
The Jordan Valley drops to about 1,410 feet (430 metres) below sea level at the Dead Sea, the lowest natural point on Earth’s surface.
We will enjoy the country’s beauty, and engage with people and culture and discover the geology.
Starting from the capital with it’s malls and souks and people, going to the most remote areas with its solitude and quietness.
From the capital’s most new and trendy choices to the oldest rock formations, heritage sites and bedouin traditions.
Tour Highlights:
Amman attractions
Umm Qais hiking and eco stay
Ajloun trails to Palestine and history of the region
Mujib canyon hike
Wadi Al-Hassa the sandstone canyon
Wadi Ghuweir and Araba Desert
Petra back trail, from Little Petra to the Monastery (the full city tour)
Wadi Rum jeep tour and Stargazing and Burda Mountain hike.
Aqaba yacht cruise and diving
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Departure Time
Please arrive by 9:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM. -
Dress Code
Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat and warm jacket. -
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Day 1: Arrival to Amman - Amman tour
The city has so many must-see attractions, and things to do, that you can easily spend a pleasant day or two.
Downtown Amman is a must-see. At the bottom of the city’s many hills and overlooked by the magisterial Citadel, it features spectacular Roman ruins, an international-standard museum and the hubbub of mosques, souqs and coffeehouses that are central to Jordanian life.
Elsewhere, urban western Amman has leafy residential districts, cafes, bars, modern malls and art galleries; and in earthy eastern Amman, it’s easy to sense the more traditional and conservative pulse of the capital.
Pass by the hotel to get rid of your luggage then head to east of Amman to see it's beauty
Will provide you with a digital map with all the attractions, restaurants, and must see places.
Enjoy your adventure.
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Day 2: Umm Qais
Leave Amman heading north to Umm Qais, In the northwestern corner of Jordan, in the hills above the Jordan Valley, are the ruins of the Decapolis city of Gadara, now called Umm Qais. The site is striking because of its juxtaposition of Roman ruins with an abandoned Ottoman-era village, as well as its tremendous vantage point, with views of three countries (Jordan, Syria, and Israel and the Palestinian Territories), encompassing the Golan Heights, Mt Hermon and the Sea of Galilee.
According to the Bible, it was here that Jesus performed the miracle of the Gadarene swine: casting the demons out of two men into a herd of pigs.
Today Umm Qais is at the forefront of community-tourism development in Jordan, and it's worth staying a night or two to enjoy an increasing array of options, from hiking and biking to beekeeping, foraging and cooking classes.
You'll hike around the area to see all the places mentioned above then after having a local lunch with the guide family we will go to Jordan valley to stay in Jordan eco park, a leading model of environmental eco tourism
The reserve has multiple options for adventure, zip line, cycling, giant swing and they have an eco lodge so you can stay there.
Will stay there for the night.
Elevation: 140m
Length: 10km
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Day 3:
Will leave Umm Qais heading to Ajloun to start our day with a traditional breakfast in a local house with a strong talented lady making traditional food in her home with help of her 7 children and husband, it's a great model of a farmer's family were everyone help with daily life
Then will head to Ajloun castle, standing 1250 meters above sea level.
Ajloun Castle is a 12th Century fortress that was built under the rule of the sultan and military leader Saladin. The castle is set on top of Mount ‘Auf and provides visitors with astonishing views of the Jordan Valley and surrounding desert. Over the years the castle has undergone many rebuilds and although much of the original features no longer exist, there are many chambers, carvings, and towers
then will head to Ajloun reserve to start walking from there a unique trail a part from bigger trail that the prophet Abraham walked during his life starting from Basra in Iraq for 5000 kilometers crossing Iraq, Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Egypt, the trail is a mix between oak and maple trees and gorgeous views over Jordan valley and it ends in the remains of a Byzantine church called Mar Elias
After the hike we will head back to Jordan eco park to stay there in the lodge for the night.
Elevation: 200m
Length: 9km
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Day 4: Leave Jordan eco park heading to Wadi Mujib
The sound of clattering water and the feeling of being fully alive, colorful sandstone, narrow siq, drifting in fast currents, hopping over rocks and enjoying waterfalls, this is Wadi Mujib.
After Mujeb we will go to Mujib chalets to have lunch and stay in the lodge facing the Dead Sea beach in a remote and isolated area.
Elevation: 140m
Length: 3km
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Day 5 :
Will leave Mujib chalets heading to Wadi Al-Hassa to start our day walking in the gorge of this coloured sandstone narrow canyon with it's beautiful siq and clear water coming from multiple springs in Tafila area
We will hike around 6 kilometers inside the wadi before we go back to the vehicle to move towards Dana reserve to have lunch.
On that day we can enjoy Dana reserve views over Wadi Araba and rest before we hit the trail again the next day.
Elevation: 170m
Length: 12km
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Day 6:
Will hike the most famous trail in the area, Wadi Ghuweir, the Wadi is a miracle, 16 kilometers of diverse nature walking through a narrow siq, the siq in some places will be so narrow that can fit two people, the palm trees hanging from the 50 meters high walls and the nature of Wadi is very unique
Your guide will take care of lunch in the Wadi and after you finish you'll find your camp ready in the desert of Fyenan area, you'll have dinner with a local people before you sleep in this remote area with a light pollution of the minimum to enjoy the silence and stars
If the weather is rainy we will replace Wadi Ghuwair trail with Wadi Dana trail
Wadi Dana is the most famous trail in the reserve, the trail is a link between Dana village through the valley to Wadi Feynan village, one of the oldest cities in the Levant with its huge copper deposit
When visiting Feynan you will encounter what is arguably one of the last remaining Bedouin communities that continue to live in their traditional lifestyle in Jordan
And will camp in the area with our bedouin friends.
Elevation: -170m
Length: 17km
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Day 7:
Petra back trail
Early in the morning we will leave our wild camping site heading to Baidah village where Little Petra is
Starting from Little Petra we will hike the city towards the back door passing by all the attractions in the way from Adair to theMonastery
The hike is around 12 kilometers classified as moderate hike with elevation of (+250 m)
Then will head to Wadi Rum desert to stay there for the night and enjoy stargazing and bedouin nights.
Elevation: 540m
Length: 12km
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Day 8:
Wadi Rum: Discover the desserts most important adventure sites, massive mountains, Bedouin life style
We will summit one of the adventures mountain peaks in Jordan called Burdah Mountain, Burdah is famous for its rock bridge, it's the highest in Wadi Rum 35 meters from the ground
The views over Wadi Rum are magnificent
The hike is around half-hour far from the reserve, it's in the middle of the reserve, you'll leave your Bedouin driver with his car down there at the trailhead and start scrambling and walking to reach the summit after 1:30 hours
You can stay there for a while to meditate and enjoy the views then you'll start going down back to the car to go back to your camp to rest and shower
Treal difficulty: Moderate challenging (mostly scrambling)
Length: 4 kilometers
Elevation gain: +500
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Day 9: Aqaba - diving - souks
Leaving sands heading to the waters, Aqaba is a great place on Red Sea all times of year for water sports activities
Catch the yacht cruise and join them in their adventure of diving and snorkeling the gulf of Aqaba
Then you have the rest of the day to discover Aqaba souks and restaurants and try Red Sea fish meals the traditional way.
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Day 10:
Departure from Aqaba or Amman
Depending on your flight details you leave Aqaba before 8 hours of your flight time.
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During the tour, you will stay in unique eco-camps that are run by locals. In Amman, you are staying close to the center in downtown or alwebdeh, so according to your arrival time you can enjoy exploring a bit of Jordanian hospitality.
In Jordan valley and Umm Qais you will stay in a leading model of environmental eco-friendly park or in traditional local stay so you can explore nature in Jordan or you'll stay in a local house in Umm Qais.
In Dead Sea, we will stay in a wild eco lodge located directly on the shores of the Dead Sea You'll have access to beach and mud and enjoy floating in the water
In Dana we will stay in the 500 years old village with overviews on Wadi Dana.
The next day we will be wild camping in the remote desert of Wadi Araba to enjoy the sky with a minimum light pollution
In Wadi Rum we will stay deep inside the desert, where the nights are dark enough to see the stars like never before, and enjoy your night having Bedouin tea around the fire with Bedouins and other travelers to share your stories about Jordan
in Aqaba you will stay in a five star hotel to enjoy nice room and private beach
Included excursions
- Umm Qais hiking or cycling experience
- Ajloun local family breakfast
- Abrahams path hike, Mar Elias church
- Hiking Wadi Mujib
- Hiking Wadi Al-Hassa
- Hiking in Wadi Dana reserve
- Wild camping in Wadi Araba
- Petra back trail
- Wadi Rum jeep tour
- Burda Mountain hike
- Aqaba yacht cruise
- Aqaba five stars hotel beach access
Food
Day 2
Breakfast, lunch, dinnerDay 3
Breakfast lunch dinnerDay 4
Breakfast, lunch, dinnerDay 5
Breakfast, lunch, dinnerDay 6
Breakfast, lunch box, dinnerDay 7
Breakfast, lunch box, dinnerDay 8
Breakfast, lunch, dinnerDay 9
Breakfast, BBQ lunch on yachtDay 10
BreakfastHealth, Hygiene and Safety
All of jonavigators staff is already fully vaccinated and they get tested constantly. Cleaning Uses cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus. Linens, towels and laundry washed in line with local authority guidelines. Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays. The accommodation partners we work with follow the guidelines of local authorities. Equipment for activities is disinfected before and/or after use. Physical distancing Cashless payment available. Drivers, guides and staff maintain a distance from the clients at all times possible. Activities take place outside mostly. Safety features Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by the local government. Hand sanitizer available in guest rooms, vehicles and key areas. First aid kit available. A room is available to isolate suspected or infected COVID-19 patients. Protective masks are available for all staff. Outdoors safety and first aid ENSA Chamonix school certified guides along the trip with wilderness rescue and first aid certificates. All staff have first aid training. Clear details about activities difficulty, length and elevation. Clear instructions before activities. Written details about what to wear and what to bring to the trips. Guides are trained to read maps and navigation. Weather forecast reading before any activity to take place. Small groups policy to help the guides focus on the group.Things to do (optional)
- Day 1
- Amman tour
- Day 2
- Zip line, cycling at Jordan eco park
- Day 3
- Zipline
- Day 7
- Petra by night ( it's working 3 days a week, depends on what day you arrive to Petra)
- Horseback riding
- Day 8
- Hot air balloon
- Extended jeep tour
- Star gazing at astronomy Rum
- Day 9
- Water sports and activities
- Diving
- snorkeling
What's included
- Airport meet and assist
- Airport pick up
- Private new vehicle with driver - AC - WiFi - Complimentary water
- Accommodation in all mentioned places
- Hiking guide in Umm Qais
- Hiking guide in Abraham's path
- Entrance fees to Wadi Mujib
- Private guide in Mujeb trail
- Hiking guide in Wadi Al-Hassa
- Hiking guide in Dana
- Wild camping in Wadi Araba
- Local Guide to Petra back trail
- Jeep tour or camel ride
- Hiking guide to Burdah Mountain
- Yacht cruise with lunch in Aqaba
- Airport drop off
What's not included
- Any personal expenses or gifts
- Amman tour
- Activities in Jordan eco park
- Petra by night
- Activities in Wadi Rum
- Water sports or diving in Aqaba
- Aqaba tour