itinerary

WELCOME to Jordan!

MEET your like-minded travellers for the week

WAKE UP your tastebuds and tour Amman’s street food scene.

WANDER lively streets and find labyrinthine markets

STEP BACK in time to Tour the mosques, churches, and amphitheaters of old Amman

LUNCH in a cave cafe

FREE time to see the treasures of Amman

DINNER at a local institution dining on traditional hummus and falafel

VISIT the ancient Roman city Jerash

FARM COOKING experience with a local chef, using organic ingredients just metres from where you sit.

INDULGE your sweet tooth at women-led community initiative the Biscuit House

LEARN how to make your own Kusmat (bread).

EAT a home-cooked meal amongst locals at a Forest Reserve

FIND the lost garden of eden from days gone by

LOSE YOURSELF in space and time wandering through the storied ruins of ancient Petra

BREAK BREAD with local residents and learn about Dana’s rich history

GLOW in the light of 1,800 candles seeing Petra by night

ENTER the Red Rose City through the Siq

PHOTOGRAPH a narrow gorge flanked by soaring, 80m ochre-red cliffs.

LUNCH surrounded by the ancient splendour of the Red Rose City

SIP tea with the locals

COCKTAILS in a cave

PRETEND you’re in space at Wadi Rum, also known as Valley of the Moon

ZOOM through the Jordanian desert on a 2-hour Jeep ride

SNORKEL in the magical Red Sea on a glass boat tour

FEAST on the ancient Jordanian dish Zarb

SNOOZE under the stars in inter-galactic space tents

FLOAT in the Dead Sea.

SOAK in thermal springs

SUNSET camel ride, one of the most spectacular ways to view the desert

FAREWELL to ancient Jordan and return to the present day

The Location

From eco retreats to tent stays, our accommodation runs the true spectrum of the Jordan experience.

Canary Boutique Hotel

In the heart of bustling Amman, Canary Boutique Hotel offers a modern stay with spacious, private rooms. Rooms range in size and style, with private bathrooms, television and cable satellite TV, air-conditioning, and on-site dining.

Ajloun Cabins

Nestled in the hilly region of Ajlun National Park, Ajlun cabins is an eco-retreat. Each cabins features a private bathroom, garden surrounds, a shared living area with TV and barbecue facilities.

Petra Palace

Petra Palace is a family-run hotel offering magnificent views of the Petra Mountains. All rooms are air conditioned with twin, queen, or king size beds, private bathrooms, TVs, and wi-fi. Facilities include two swimming pools, a Turkish bath, and an onsite bar and restaurant.

Hasan Zawaideh Camp

The tents of Hasan Zadwaideh look like an alien encampment of spaceships set down in the Jordanian desert. The camp is run by a family of brothers, and perfectly situated for exploring Wadi Rum. Tents range in style and size, and all come fully furnished with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included.

Inclusions

• 7 night’s accommodation.

• 8 day’s transportation in a private airconditioned vehicle.

• Private guide to take you through the sites of Jordan.

• Farm cooking experience in Ajloun.

• Lunch at Biet Aziz restaurant in Salt.

• Lunch in Petra after visit.

• 2 hours’ jeep ride in Wadi Rum

• Bedouin dinner in Wadi Rum (Zarb).

• Bottle of water per day.

• All applicable taxes

Exclusions

• Flights to and from Amman.

• Any tips and porterages.

FAQ’s

How to get there

Our meeting point is Amman, Jordan (Queen Alia international airport), where you’ll be greeted by one of our trip hosts and escorted in a private vehicle to your hotel. From Sydney, several airline carriers run flights to Amman, with one or two stopovers in Abu Dhabi or other international airports. From LA, multiple airlines run direct flights from LAX to Amman. From London, several airline carriers run direct flights from London Heathrow to Amman.

What is the accommodation like?

We’ll be staying in a range of accommodation types to give you the full Jordan experience. See the section ‘Location’ for more detailed information on our accommodation.

What should I bring?

We’ll be doing a fair amount of walking each day, so comfortable walking shoes or sandals are a must. Some of the sites we’ll be visiting, like Petra, have very little shade, so a wide-brimmed hat and plenty of sunscreen are also recommended. Temperatures are moderate this time of year, so light layers are the way to go. A warm jacket for nighttime is all you’ll need once the cool comes in after dark.

Will I have downtime?

While our days are pretty packed to ensure you get the most out of your time in Jordan, there will be times where you will be able to explore the local sites yourself or stay in and have some downtime.