Jordan- Hiking Adventures in Petra& Wadi Rum

Note: Arrival in Amman must be before 09:00am or please arrive one night before tour date (overnight not included), we can arrange pickup from your hotel. After arriving at Amman airport, or your hotel in Amman, at 9:00 am our representative will greet you. You will then be transferred to Wadi rum (a drive of approximately 3-4 hours), Upon arrival in Wadi Rum, you will be guided to a remote campsite where you will lunch on traditional BBQ prepared by a local Bedouin family that still follows the Bedouin lifestyle and will be keen to share their culture and traditions with you. After lunch, you relax a bit and will ride the camels through the canyons of Wadi rum. Then you will reach the camp where you will rest for the night. In the evening, you will taste the traditional Zarb – a delicious Bedouin treat – and you will sleep under the stars. Dinner & Overnight at camp. Accommodation: Mazayen campsite or similar with all modern facilities- Bed, electricity, modern bathrooms, running water.

Once again, you will start the day early, driving to Um Al Dami through Jeep, the starting point of today’s adventure. At 7 am, you will begin your hike to the summit of Jordan’s highest peak: Um Al Dami, at an elevation of 1,854 m. The walk is of moderate difficulty; the path starts from the foot of the mountain, and it takes 2-3 hours to reach the top. At the summit, you will enjoy panoramic views of the vast rocky Jordanian mountains up to northern Saudi Arabia. You will even spot a border crossing far below. Note: This hike contains a few sections where you may need to use your hands for balance to ascend and/or descend. Light lunch will be offered at noon and you will be transferred by jeeps back to the camp. Dinner & Overnight at camp. Accommodation: Mazayen campsite or similar with all modern facilities- Bed, electricity, modern bathrooms, running water. Hiking duration: approx. 4-5 hours, elevation gain of 1854 meters

After an early breakfast, you will head with the cars to Petra (a drive of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes). After reaching Petra, you start exploring ancient trails of Petra – UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Totaling a distance of 12.4 km, you will be hiking through the historical site of Petra through the back route. This gives you the opportunity to discover Petra’s rich history and culture in a truly authentic way keeping us away from the crowds. The hike starts from an area called Little Petra and follows the ancient Nabatean path; you pass through narrow goat trails, stony paths and make your way to the Ad Deir or ‘Monastery’ admiring the beauty of the carved sandstones, and then proceed your way down approximately 900 steps and a short walk to reach the world-famous Treasury before continuing our way back up to the visitor centre. Lunch box provided. After lunch, you will be transferred to your hotel/camp in Wadi Musa to check-in and relax. Overnight at hotel. Accommodation: 4 star Petra Hotel (Petra moon Hotel or similar) Physical Activity: 6-8 hours depending on route we take.

After breakfast at hotel, you will checkout from hotel and will embark on a signature walk through this famous, UNESCO Heritage site. You will pass by the Treasury, and you will explore the architectural marvels created on the rocks, and the influences of various cultures like the Roman, the Egyptian, and, later on, the Islamic one. Snacks and water will be provided during this 2-3 hours hiking. You will end in a traditional restaurant in Wadi Musa where you will have a taste of authentic Jordanian cuisine. After lunch, will drive towards Downtown Amman. Depending on your flight time, you will have a few hours for shopping, resting, or exploring the city on your own. Later you will head to the airport for your international flight back to home. Note: Recommended departure flights to be after 8pm.