fbpx

Peregrine Travel Centre

Explore Jordan

Sale!

Explore Jordan

Was From $ 2,140 AUD
Now From $ 1,605 AUDSale!

Book Now Request a callback
Email Us Print
, ,

Description

A fascinating mix of natural oddities and ancient wonder, Jordan has so much to offer for the curious traveller. Live it up in cosmopolitan Amman, explore the mystic desert landscapes in Wadi Rum, visit the towering ruins of Petra and trek to its remote hilltop village, and discover the vibrant mosaics of Madaba. Your eight-day small group adventure through Jordan’s hotspots is an exciting and enriching adventure through a majestic desert land – best enjoyed with the eyes of an expert local leader and full of authentic local experiences.

Trip Name
Explore Jordan
Last Updated
2024-04-23
Days
8
Capacity
14
Highlights
  • With an included two-day pass to majestic Petra, you will not only have a guided tour of the complex but will also spend time at your leisure to focus on the sections that interest you.
  • Experience the best buoyance this side of outer space with time for your small group to effortlessly float in the super-salty waters of the Dead Sea.
  • Hop in a jeep and see the extraordinary desert scenery of Wadi Rum – a rugged lunar-like landscape of huge sandstone mountains and ancient structures hidden in the sandy dunes.
  • After your day of four-wheel-driving in Wadi Rum, spend a night under the stars with a special experience at a desert camp run by Bedouin locals – full of good food and warm hospitality.
  • Marvel at the well-preserved ancient Roman city of Jerash on a guided tour, and discover the religious significance and Ottoman and Byzantine influence in Madaba.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Amman
Ahlan wa sahlan! Welcome to Jordan’s capital, Amman – cosmopolitan and contemporary, yet steeped in biblical history. Your adventure begins with an important welcome meeting at 6 pm this evening. As you don’t spend too much time here, it's worth arriving a day or two early to explore the sights. If you do have time, be sure to head to the citadel, taking in its amazing sweeping views of Amman. The Jordan Museum (home to the Dead Sea Scrolls) and the Roman Theatre are both well worth visiting. After your meeting this evening, head out with your new-found travel pals, and perhaps pick up a coffee from one of the cafes and partner it with an ara’yes – a local-style toastie filled with spiced meat.
Day 2 - Wadi Rum
This morning, you’ll leave Amman and head to Aqaba – the only coastal city offering a pocket of beach in this otherwise landlocked country. On arrival you’ll get a chance to explore the bustling market and walk along the beach on a guided walking tour with your group leader. Then you’ve got a couple of hours under your belt to explore this city at your own leisure, you might like to go snorkelling in the Red Sea, explore the local markets further or simply chill out and relax by the water. Then, you’ll leave for Wadi Rum and arrive just in time for dinner. Tonight, you’ll get a chance to sit down with the sheik of the local Bedouin tribe and get a glimpse into what life is like living in this desert environment. You’ll sleep in a simple Bedouin desert camp this evening, with the choice of sleeping under a camel hair tent or out under the stars. Enjoy dinner cooked in an earthen oven by your Bedouin hosts. Meaning ‘desert dwellers’ in Arabic, the Bedouins are a semi-nomadic people, and in Jordan up to 40 per cent of the general population is thought to have Bedouin ancestry. Conditions are basic at the desert camp, but the hospitality of your hosts as well as the chance to sleep beneath the twinkling desert night sky will surely make up for it.
Day 3 - Wadi Rum
After waking up in the unique surrounds of the camp this morning, head out on a hike around the area (approximately 12 to 15 kilometres), with a stop for tea and a lunch break. You might scale one of the large sand dunes for sensational views of the valley – the perfect chance to snap some unbelievable pictures. Explore the distinctive rock formations and bask in its eerie silence. Wadi Rum is probably best known for its connection with the enigmatic British officer T E Lawrence, who was based here during the Great Arab Revolt of 1917–18. This afternoon, gear up for half-day jeep safari through some of the most striking desert scenery on the planet. Wadi Rum is full of weird and wonderful lunar-like rock formations, and traces of ancient civilisations can be seen in the many carved inscriptions found throughout the area – from pictographs to Thamudic, Nabataean and Arabic texts. The most enduring monuments in Wadi Rum are those carved by nature – the natural rock bridges, towering rose-coloured sand dunes and scattered rocky peaks. After an action-packed afternoon, tonight is yours to enjoy the traditional Bedouin hospitality and the clear night skies of the desert.
Day 4 - Petra
This morning you'll leave your desert camp, taking 4WDs to the main entrance of Petra, which is opposite the Seven Pillars of Wisdom – the mountain named after Lawrence of Arabia’s book. The visitor's centre here is also a great spot to buy some jewelry and handicrafts, mostly made by a women's co-operative aimed at supporting local industries. Then, continue your journey to the fabled city of Petra by private vehicle. The site remained unknown to the wider world until 1812 when it was visited by Johann Ludwig Burckhardt – a Swiss explorer. In 1985, Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site. Spend the afternoon on a guided tour of Petra. Squeeze through a mile-long narrow path, known as the Siq, through huge towers of rock and get your first glimpse of the iconic Treasury complex. It’s amazing to think that this enormous, intricate building entrance was hand-carved out of the rock.
Day 5 - Petra
Enjoy a free day of self-discovery as you explore Petra on your own today – free to wander as you wish. The site is surprisingly big, and so it is up to you to choose your own route around the complex. You could explore the old Roman road, other smaller temples and several old tombs, as well as the rock-hewn amphitheatre. For those who are feeling a bit more active, there's the challenging but highly rewarding 1-hour walk up the steps to the secluded yet stunning Monastery.
Day 6 - Kerak - Dead Sea - Mt Nebo - Madaba
Today you’ll traverse the King's Highway to the historic crusader castle of Kerak, which stands on a cliff overlooking Wadi Karak and the Dead Sea in the distance (approximately 2.5 hours). You’ll have time to explore the ruins and discover the legends of centuries-old battles. Pack your swim gear as next you can wash off the dust in the Dead Sea – the lowest point on Earth (420 metres below sea level). This super-salty lake is a perfect place to spend some time relaxing and float your worries away. For those who are game, why not cover yourself from head to toe in a nutrient-rich natural mineral mud bath. Continue to Mt Nebo – the spot where the prophet Moses is said to have seen the ‘promised land’ and where he’s supposedly buried. Explore this sanctuary and view the remarkable mosaics of the fourth-century church. Afterwards, continue to Madaba, famous for its Ottoman-style houses and beautiful Byzantine-era mosaics, including the acclaimed sixth-century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land at St George's Church. Other mosaic masterpieces from the fifth to seventh centuries can be found throughout Madaba’s churches, museums and homes.
Day 7 - Jerash - Madaba
Today you’ll leave Madaba for a short drive to Jerash – once one of the grandest ancient Roman cities in the world. These are some of the best-preserved Greco-Roman ruins around. The ancient walled town that survives today is a remarkable evocation of life 2000 years ago. It has a striking collection of archways and theatres, baths, public buildings and colonnaded streets, and is a beautiful place to spend a day exploring. Discover Hadrian’s arch, the partially restored hippodrome, ornate public fountains, the south amphitheatre, and see the collection of daily artefacts uncovered during excavations. Grand columns encircle the city's centrepiece, the Oval Plaza. After a full day of exploring, return to Madaba. Maybe gather your travel buddies together and share a celebratory shisha as you reminisce on your memories of majestic Jordan.
Day 8 - Madaba
With no activities planned for today, you are free to depart the accommodation at any time, provided you comply with your accommodation’s check-out times.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
03-05-202410-05-2024AUD $ 2,002-
04-05-202411-05-2024AUD $ 2,445-
08-05-202415-05-2024AUD $ 1,891-
18-05-202425-05-2024AUD $ 1,780-
22-05-202429-05-2024AUD $ 1,832-
25-05-202401-06-2024AUD $ 1,891-
01-06-202408-06-2024AUD $ 1,819-
03-06-202410-06-2024AUD $ 1,605-
10-06-202417-06-2024AUD $ 1,605-
12-06-202419-06-2024AUD $ 1,605-
17-06-202424-06-2024AUD $ 1,944-
29-06-202406-07-2024AUD $ 2,140-
06-07-202413-07-2024AUD $ 2,140-
13-07-202420-07-2024AUD $ 2,140-
22-07-202429-07-2024AUD $ 2,140-
24-08-202431-08-2024AUD $ 2,033-
26-08-202402-09-2024AUD $ 2,140-
01-09-202408-09-2024AUD $ 2,310-
02-09-202409-09-2024AUD $ 2,194-
06-09-202413-09-2024AUD $ 2,310-
07-09-202414-09-2024AUD $ 2,335-
09-09-202416-09-2024AUD $ 2,310-
11-09-202418-09-2024AUD $ 2,194-
14-09-202421-09-2024AUD $ 2,310-
15-09-202422-09-2024AUD $ 2,194-
16-09-202423-09-2024AUD $ 2,310-
18-09-202425-09-2024AUD $ 2,194-
25-09-202402-10-2024AUD $ 2,335-
27-09-202404-10-2024AUD $ 2,194-
28-09-202405-10-2024AUD $ 2,194-
05-10-202412-10-2024AUD $ 2,194-
06-10-202413-10-2024AUD $ 2,310-
09-10-202416-10-2024AUD $ 2,194-
11-10-202418-10-2024AUD $ 2,310-
12-10-202419-10-2024AUD $ 2,237-
16-10-202423-10-2024AUD $ 2,194-
21-10-202428-10-2024AUD $ 2,310-
23-10-202430-10-2024AUD $ 2,310-
27-10-202403-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
03-11-202410-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
09-11-202416-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
10-11-202417-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
13-11-202420-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
15-11-202422-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
16-11-202423-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
17-11-202424-11-2024AUD $ 2,310-
24-11-202401-12-2024AUD $ 2,310-
02-12-202409-12-2024AUD $ 2,225-
08-12-202415-12-2024AUD $ 2,225-
14-12-202421-12-2024AUD $ 2,225-
18-12-202425-12-2024AUD $ 2,225-
21-12-202428-12-2024AUD $ 2,140-
23-12-202430-12-2024AUD $ 2,205-
28-12-202404-01-2025AUD $ 2,140-
30-12-202406-01-2025AUD $ 2,140-
01-01-202508-01-2025AUD $ 2,355-
04-01-202511-01-2025AUD $ 2,355-
08-01-202515-01-2025AUD $ 2,260-
11-01-202518-01-2025AUD $ 2,260-
13-01-202520-01-2025AUD $ 2,260-
15-01-202522-01-2025AUD $ 2,285-
18-01-202525-01-2025AUD $ 2,260-
20-01-202527-01-2025AUD $ 2,260-
22-01-202529-01-2025AUD $ 2,260-
25-01-202501-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
27-01-202503-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
29-01-202505-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
01-02-202508-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
03-02-202510-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
05-02-202512-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
08-02-202515-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
10-02-202517-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
12-02-202519-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
15-02-202522-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
17-02-202524-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
19-02-202526-02-2025AUD $ 2,260-
22-02-202501-03-2025AUD $ 2,260-
24-02-202503-03-2025AUD $ 2,260-
26-02-202505-03-2025AUD $ 2,260-
01-03-202508-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
03-03-202510-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
05-03-202512-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
08-03-202515-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
10-03-202517-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
12-03-202519-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
14-03-202521-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
15-03-202522-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
17-03-202524-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
19-03-202526-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
21-03-202528-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
22-03-202529-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
24-03-202531-03-2025AUD $ 2,355-
26-03-202502-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
28-03-202504-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
29-03-202505-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
31-03-202507-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
02-04-202509-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
04-04-202511-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
05-04-202512-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
06-04-202513-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
07-04-202514-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
08-04-202515-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
09-04-202516-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
11-04-202518-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
12-04-202519-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
13-04-202520-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
14-04-202521-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
16-04-202523-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
18-04-202525-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
19-04-202526-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
20-04-202527-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
21-04-202528-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
22-04-202529-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
23-04-202530-04-2025AUD $ 2,440-
25-04-202502-05-2025AUD $ 2,440-
26-04-202503-05-2025AUD $ 2,440-
27-04-202504-05-2025AUD $ 2,440-
28-04-202505-05-2025AUD $ 2,440-
30-04-202507-05-2025AUD $ 2,440-
02-05-202509-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
03-05-202510-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
04-05-202511-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
05-05-202512-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
07-05-202514-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
09-05-202516-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
10-05-202517-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
11-05-202518-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
12-05-202519-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
14-05-202521-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
16-05-202523-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
17-05-202524-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
19-05-202526-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
21-05-202528-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
23-05-202530-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
24-05-202531-05-2025AUD $ 2,355-
25-05-202501-06-2025AUD $ 2,355-
26-05-202502-06-2025AUD $ 2,355-
28-05-202504-06-2025AUD $ 2,355-
30-05-202506-06-2025AUD $ 2,355-
31-05-202507-06-2025AUD $ 2,355-
02-06-202509-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
04-06-202511-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
06-06-202513-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
07-06-202514-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
09-06-202516-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
11-06-202518-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
14-06-202521-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
16-06-202523-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
18-06-202525-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
21-06-202528-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
23-06-202530-06-2025AUD $ 2,260-
25-06-202502-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
28-06-202505-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
30-06-202507-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
05-07-202512-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
07-07-202514-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
09-07-202516-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
12-07-202519-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
14-07-202521-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
16-07-202523-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
19-07-202526-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
21-07-202528-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
23-07-202530-07-2025AUD $ 2,260-
26-07-202502-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
28-07-202504-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
30-07-202506-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
02-08-202509-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
04-08-202511-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
06-08-202513-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
09-08-202516-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
11-08-202518-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
13-08-202520-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
16-08-202523-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
18-08-202525-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
20-08-202527-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
23-08-202530-08-2025AUD $ 2,260-
25-08-202501-09-2025AUD $ 2,260-
27-08-202503-09-2025AUD $ 2,260-
29-08-202505-09-2025AUD $ 2,260-
30-08-202506-09-2025AUD $ 2,260-
01-09-202508-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
02-09-202509-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
03-09-202510-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
05-09-202512-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
06-09-202513-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
07-09-202514-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
08-09-202515-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
09-09-202516-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
10-09-202517-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
12-09-202519-09-2025AUD $ 2,355-
13-09-202520-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
14-09-202521-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
15-09-202522-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
16-09-202523-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
17-09-202524-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
19-09-202526-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
20-09-202527-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
21-09-202528-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
22-09-202529-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
23-09-202530-09-2025AUD $ 2,440-
24-09-202501-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
26-09-202503-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
27-09-202504-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
28-09-202505-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
29-09-202506-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
30-09-202507-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
01-10-202508-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
02-10-202509-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
03-10-202510-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
04-10-202511-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
05-10-202512-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
06-10-202513-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
07-10-202514-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
08-10-202515-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
09-10-202516-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
10-10-202517-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
11-10-202518-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
12-10-202519-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
13-10-202520-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
14-10-202521-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
15-10-202522-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
16-10-202523-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
17-10-202524-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
18-10-202525-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
19-10-202526-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
20-10-202527-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
21-10-202528-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
22-10-202529-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
23-10-202530-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
24-10-202531-10-2025AUD $ 2,440-
25-10-202501-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
26-10-202502-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
27-10-202503-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
28-10-202504-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
29-10-202505-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
30-10-202506-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
31-10-202507-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
01-11-202508-11-2025AUD $ 2,440-
02-11-202509-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
03-11-202510-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
04-11-202511-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
05-11-202512-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
07-11-202514-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
08-11-202515-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
09-11-202516-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
10-11-202517-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
12-11-202519-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
14-11-202521-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
15-11-202522-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
16-11-202523-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
17-11-202524-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
19-11-202526-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
21-11-202528-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
22-11-202529-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
23-11-202530-11-2025AUD $ 2,355-
24-11-202501-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
26-11-202503-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
28-11-202505-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
29-11-202506-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
30-11-202507-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
01-12-202508-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
03-12-202510-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
05-12-202512-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
06-12-202513-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
07-12-202514-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
08-12-202515-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
10-12-202517-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
12-12-202519-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
13-12-202520-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
14-12-202521-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
15-12-202522-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
17-12-202524-12-2025AUD $ 2,260-
19-12-202526-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
20-12-202527-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
21-12-202528-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
22-12-202529-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
24-12-202531-12-2025AUD $ 2,355-
26-12-202502-01-2026AUD $ 2,355-
27-12-202503-01-2026AUD $ 2,355-
28-12-202504-01-2026AUD $ 2,355-
29-12-202505-01-2026AUD $ 2,355-
31-12-202507-01-2026AUD $ 2,355-

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights),Desert camp (2 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle,Jeep

Map

Related products

Recent Blog Posts

Browse Trips in

Intrepid Jordan On Sale
More of activity:
Walking & Trekking