Overview

Highlights

Discover the secrets of Petra with two full days in the Red Rose City
Experience Bedouin life at a desert camp in Wadi Rum
Stroll through the ancient Roman streets of Jerash
Float in the tranquil Dead Sea
Visit Mount Nebo, said to be the burial site of Moses

What's this trip about?

Your Guide to RCGS Quests Jordan is an ideal destination for a one-week adventure. Bursting with things to see and do, this trip includes the best of what this magnificent country has to offer, visiting all the major sites of interest. We will have two full days to explore Petra and take a guided visit around Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Middle East. We’ll float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea and snorkel (optional) over the beautiful coral reefs of the Red Sea. We will also experience the fabulous desert scenery at Wadi Rum, taking a four-wheel-drive vehicle into the more remote regions, and camp out like the Bedouin.Explore wondrous archaeological highlights of Jordan and the Wadi Rum Desert led by an expert local guide and hosted by the Vice President of Philanthropy for RCGS. Jordan will surprise and delight.

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights

Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max

Age range65+, 50 - 64, 36 - 49, 18 - 35, 12 - 17

Flights and transport

Start CityAmman

End CityDead Sea

Travel Themes

Activities

Trip includes

All breakfasts and two dinners
All accommodation (see accommodation section)
All transport and listed activities
Tour leader throughout
Arrival and departure transfers

Itinerary

Day 1 Start Amman

Welcome to Amman, the capital of Jordan, where our adventure begins. There are free transfers to the hotel from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for all customers today. Please note, transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts. Accommodation: Hotel Khan Khediwe (or similar)

Day 2 Visit Jerash then Amman city tour

We drive north to Jerash this morning, known as Gerasa in ancient times. This was one of the 10 wealthy, self-governing cities of the Decapolis during Roman times, and was famous throughout the Roman world for the luxury of its lifestyle. Buried for centuries under bl...

Day 3 Drive down King's Highway to Petra via Mount Nebo, Madaba and Kerak

Today is a long driving day down the King's Highway which takes us up and down huge wadis (valleys). There are several stops of interest en route, including Madaba, known as the city of the mosaics, Mount Nebo, and the magnificent fortified town of Kerak. Further sout...

Day 4 - 5 Two days exploring Petra including optional hikes

Enjoy two days exploring Petra. The so-called Red Rose City was hidden for centuries until the Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt rediscovered it in 1812. It was founded by the Nabateans, an Arab tribe that arrived here in the sixth century BCE. Building at Petra...

Day 6 Petra to Wadi Rum

This morning there is the option to take a guided tour through Little Petra or you can relax at our hotel before we join the modern Desert Highway and make our way south to Wadi Rum. The purpose of Little Petra is not clear; however, archeologists believe it was proba...

Day 7 Morning in Wadi Rum; drive to Aqaba; relax by the Red Sea

We wake in the dramatic desert scenery and then make our way on to Aqaba, Jordan's port and holiday resort, best known for having beautiful coral reefs. There is time to relax on a beach with transport and entrance included. You can add to the experience with optional...

Day 8 Drive from Aqaba to the Dead Sea with optional trip to see Bethany beyond the Jordan

Leaving the Red Sea behind, we head to the Dead Sea (approximately 4hr 30 min), which is one of the most fascinating places on earth and so called because its high salinity prevents most forms of aquatic life. There's plenty of free time to float in these waters and t...

Day 9 End Dead Sea

Breakfast marks our final meal, an excellent chance to reminisce about an adventure packed with excitement. To make your return journey home easier, there’s a free shared transfer back to the airport.

Dates & Availability

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Price per day

$283

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Accommodation:

On this Jordan adventure, we stay in a range of accommodations: a three-star hotel in downtown Amman, a simple but well-located hotel in Petra, and an unforgettable stay in a rustic Bedouin camp in the desert. We end in style, relaxing in a five-star hotel by the Dead Sea. Below are the accommodations typically used on this trip: Amman: Hotel Khan Khediwe (nights 1 & 2) In Amman, we usually stay at Khan Khediwe, a three-star hotel in the bustle of downtown Amman. It's ideally placed for our adventures, close to a market and within walking distance of the Roman amphitheatre and shopping areas. Petra: Hotel in Wadi Musa (nights 3-5) We spend three nights in Wadi Musa, the town adjacent to Petra. Demand for rooms near Petra is very high; over the years, we have built relationships with several accommodations, which allows us to secure spots even during peak season. The hotels are simple but well located. Some are within walking distance of the main entrance to the Red Rose City, others are no more than a 10-minute transfer away. Places we stay include Edom Hotel, Petra Plaza, Petra Palace, Amra Palace and La Maison among others. Wadi Rum: Exodus Private Camp (night 6) Used exclusively by our groups, this permanent Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum is a highlight for many travellers. We sleep in simple, traditional tents sheltered by rugged stone cliffs and enjoy the warm hospitality of our Bedouin hosts. In the evening, they serve us a zarb dinner, cooked underground in the traditional manner, while the rest of the night is typically spent around the campfire, chatting and sharing an unforgettable experience. Aqaba: Lacosta Hotel (night 7) In the heart of modern Aqaba, the four-star Lacosta Hotel is within easy reach of shops, restaurants and the Red Sea. The rooms come with furniture and beds from the Middle East, while the hotel also has a gym and restaurant. Dead Sea: Holiday Inn Dead Sea (night 8) A standout stay for many is the Holiday Inn at the Dead Sea. Checking into this five-star property allows us to kick back and relax, perhaps in one of the many pools or with a float in the salty Dead Sea waters from the private beach. There’s also a free-to-use gym and a selection of excellent restaurants and bars. Worth knowing Demand for accommodation in Wadi Musa (Petra) is high; this can create problems with hot water and plumbing. In general, the accommodation is more basic compared to the rest of Jordan. Single supplements are available for this trip but cannot be guaranteed at Wadi Rum. Please enquire at the time of booking for details and up-to-date prices. If you are looking for a higher standard of accommodation, you may be interested in our Kingdoms of Jordan Premium Adventure, which follows a similar itinerary and stays at premium accommodation.

Group size:

Small Group - 24 max

Maximum number of people in group:

16

Trip Excludes:

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

Meals included:

All breakfasts, two dinners. The dinners are included at the Wadi Rum camp and the Dead Sea resort. When not half board, we usually eat in local restaurants and the leader arranges bookings for those in the group who would like to join. We suggest you budget around 20 Jordanian dinars (US$28) per person for non-included meals. If you are vegetarian, please note that main meals are limited in choice; however, meze is almost always available in restaurants and is a good, filling vegetarian choice. There is a good choice of seafood available when at the Red Sea. At the Wadi Rum camp, we enjoy a traditional dinner called zarb which is cooked underground. This consists of rice with a selection including chicken, lamb and vegetables. Vegetables are cooked separately from the meat. Alcohol is available in Jordan, but not widely. Many hotels do not sell alcohol but will often allow it to be brought in from elsewhere. It is best to plan ahead if you’ll want a drink, your tour leader will be able to tell you what’s possible and may be able to arrange a stop at a supermarket or liquor store (depending on location). In Petra, the unique Cave Bar in Petra Guesthouse is open to the public. A less expensive option is the bar in the Petra Palace Hotel which is also open to all.

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