Jordan Hiking Program|9Days - 8Nights
Arrival to Queen Alia International Airport , then you will be transferred to your hotel in Amman for check-in and overnight.
[if your flight is Early morning a City Tour will be made before heading to the hotel] .
Breakfast at the hotel then head north to Pella, Pella is exceptionally rich in antiquities, some of which are exceedingly old. Besides the excavated ruins from the Graeco-Roman period, Pella offers visitors the opportunity to see the remains of Chalcolithic settlement from the 4thmillennium BC. Continue heading to the north-western corner of Jordan, in the hills above the Jordan Valley, are the ruins of the Decapolis city of Gadara (now called Umm Qais). Located at a tremendous vantage point, with views of three countries (Jordan, Syria, and the Holy-land), encompassing the Golan Heights, Mt Hermon and the Sea of Galilee; which makes it an ideal location for hiking, the trail takes around 1.5 hrs. including professional hiking guide, walking sticks, binoculars, tea and water. Back to Um Qais for dinner & Overnight.
After Breakfast check out and head to Ajloun Castle, the fortress is built upon the apex of the hill above Ajloun, and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside. Then you’ll be transferred to Ajloun nature reserve where you’ll start Orjan hiking Trail, from the Soap House, you’ll hike through wooded valleys to the lush green orchards of Orjan village, giving you the chance to discover the rural lifestyle of the region. A poplar-lined spring provides a wonderful contrast to the arid mountains, you’ll have an accompanying guide, brunch and water. After the trail you’ll be picked up and transferred to the Cabins in the forest for dinner & overnight.
After a wonderful Jordanian breakfast, you’ll start your day with a short stop at Anjara, at the modern sanctuary of Our Lady of the Mountain Church - a rebuilt cave that is venerated as a place where Jesus and his mother Mary passed during their journeys, afterwards head to Tell Mar Elias, very close to the ruins of a village known as Listib. It is believed that this place was formerly Tishbi, the home of Elijah. Then your tour will continue to the Roman City of Jerash, it became an urban center during the 3rd century BC and a member of the federation of Greek cities known as the Decapolis ("ten cities" in Greek). Jerash prospered during the 1st century BC as a result of its position on the incense and spice trade route from the Arabian Peninsula to Syria and the Mediterranean region. After wandering the city you’ll be transferred to the lowest pint on earth the Dead Sea, check in at the resort and spend a relaxing calm night.
Free Morning to dip into the salty water or take a mud bath, at around 11:00am you’ll check out and head to visit the mosaic city of Madaba, The chief attraction in this city is a wonderfully vivid, sixth century Byzantine mosaic map showing Egypt, Jerusalem and the Holy Land, preserved in St. George Church. A short drive from Madaba you’ll stop at Mt. Nebo believed to be the burial site of Prophet Moses. If the weather allows you will have like him a view of the Holy- Land. Via the Kings highway your drive reaches to Dana nature reserve check in at the Guest house dinner & overnight.
Starting your day at Dana is a blessing, the scenery is breathtaking, mountains, rock formation, air quality, even flora and fauna is unique, the reserve contains several hiking trails that you’ll join one of them, for 2 hours you’ll be lead through the rugged terrain that offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. In addition to hiking, visitors can explore the local culture by visiting the nearby Dana Village and experiencing the traditional Bedouin lifestyle. Afternoon you’ll head to Petra but on the way, you’ll stop at Shobak Castle, you can explore the castle ruins, including its fortifications, preserved walls and arches, and castle interiors. From the top of the castle, enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Continue to Petra for dinner & overnight.
Today wander the highlight of Jordan, the red rose city Petra! You are able to start as early as 06:00, but early birds, don’t forget to ask the hotel for a breakfast box the day before. pass the narrow canyon, the so-called Siq, with its colorful sandstone. At the end you will be rewarded with a view of the most beautiful monument: the Treasury. Continue via the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh’s Castle. Wander as much you can in the city. Return to the main gate. In the afternoon 1.5 hours transfer to Wadi Rum desert. Dinner and overnight at a campsite under millions of stars.
Early Morning, jump on a 4×4 with your Bedouin driver uncover more of the vast desert. The tour includes a hiking trail to Am Al Dami mountain, the rugged scenery, the changing colours of sands and mountains, the serene atmosphere will make you understand why Wadi Rum is one of the most impressing desert landscapes in the world. The setting had been used for Hollywood movies. You see canyons, red sand dunes, Nabatean rock inscriptions and a natural rock bridge formed over centuries. By evening you’ll be transferred to the capital Amman for overnight.
Depending on your flight time you’ll check out from the hotel and transfer to Airport for departure.
•Meet & Assist at the Airport upon arrival.
•Accommodation “ Sharing” in Twin or Double rooms at listed hotels on Bed & Breakfast Basis .
•Transportation with A/C comfortable vehicles [allocation will be based on number of guests]
•Entrance Fees to mentioned sites in the itinerary.
•Escorting English-Speaking Professional Guide.
•Dinner & Jeep Ride in Wadi Rum.
•Hiking Trails as mentioned in the Itinerary.
•02 Bottles of 500Ml Water daily per person.
•Current Applicable taxes.
•Flight Tickets.
•Lunches or Dinners.
•Beverages or Drinks with meals .
•Any Personal Expenses.
•Tips & Gratitude to Drivers, guides or hotel staff.
•Tours or sites not mentioned in the itinerary.
•Towels or treatments at the Dead Sea.
•Any other Activities not stated in the itinerary.
•Travel Insurance.