Petra to Wadi Rum
- Trekking & Hiking
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We will meet you at the airport in Amman and transfer you to your hotel where you will meet your guide and the rest of your group. For the remainder of the day you will have free time to explore. You can order food at the hotel or why not head out into the city to find a local restaurant. The cuisine in Jordan is superb!
This morning we transfer to Petra and begin our exploration of the Nabataean city carved out of pink sandstone. We will discover the High Place of sacrifice, from where the views over the lower city are extraordinary. We then visit the multiple sculpted facades of the Farasa Valley and explore the royal tombs. In the afternoon a short transfer will take us to our campsite where we can enjoy an evening meal and relax.
We enter the site early this morning through the narrow gorge of the Siq, from which suddenly emerges El Khazneh or “The Treasure”, a colossal tomb carved in red rock. We continue on to the Nabataean theater and the lower city before climbing the 800 steps which lead us to Deir, the monastery, a former Nabataean pilgrimage site. After lunch we hike to the Neolithic village of Beidha and “Little Petra” before returning once more to our camp.
Over the next 3 days we will complete our crossing of the Wadi Rum Desert accompanied by our Bedouin guides. A short transfer from Petra in the morning takes us to the start of our trek. Camping out each night in traditional tents we will pass through some of the most striking scenery in Jordan, impressive djebels (mountains) with surreal profiles, immense dunes of red sand, deep canyons and stone stairs climbing into the sky. We reach our campsites by passing through natural rocky corridors and relax each night under clear skies filled with stars. This journey is an extremely special experience that you are certain to never forget.
Our last day of trekking through the desert. We reach the village of Rum where we will have a final lunch with our Bedouin guides before transferring back to Amman. On arrival back in the capital, we check in to our hotel and have free time to explore the city once more. You can order food at the hotel or find a local restaurant for your final evening meal in Jordan.
Breakfast at the hotel and return transfer to the airport
This adventure is of moderate difficulty.
You will be required to walk for up to 8 hours a day for 6 consecutive days.
There may be up to 600m of vertical ascent and the temperatures could reach as
high as 35°C. It is essential that you drink plenty
of water and stay well hydrated. Pathways are often uneven and care should be
taken to avoid slips and trips. You should be in good physical condition
with recent experience of hiking for several days in row with up to 600m of ascent and descent in a day. To
ask about your suitability for this trip and what you can do to prepare please
feel free to give us a call.
Whilst
saying in hotels, breakfasts will be taken at the hotel or in small adjoining
restaurants. Whilst trekking, we will be accompanied by a cook who will prepare
a breakfast of tea, coffee, bread, jam, honey and fresh fruits.
Picnic
lunches are provided by our cook who will prepare sandwiches, fresh fruit, cold
meats, cheese and seasonal vegetables.
In the evening a 3 course hot meal will be prepared used local
ingredients. We attach great importance to gastronomy and we are proud of the
fresh and frankly delicious meals that we provide. If you have special dietary
requirements please call and let us know as soon as possible before departure.
We will do everything possible to accommodate your needs.
Please
be aware that the water in Jordan is not drinkable. You should bring a water filter or
purification tablets with you. Please see the equipment pages on our website
for recommendations. Bottled water can be purchased in nearly all towns and
villages but not in the desert. Whilst crossing the Wadi Rum Desert we will
carry an ample supply of water with us.
On the first and last nights of this trip
we will be staying in comfortable 3 star hotel accommodation in the capital
city of Amman. Accommodation will be in
twin or double en-suit
rooms.
On all other nights we will be camping.
In Petra we use a well equipped quiet campsite, ideally located in “little
Petra” at the gates of the site. You will stay in traditional Bedouin style
tents with shared bathroom facilities.
In winter when there is a risk of snow we may stay in a nearby hotel
instead.
In the Wadi Rum Desert we will again stay
in a traditional Bedouin tents. Mattresses, tents and eating utensils are all provided but you will need
to bring your own sleeping bag.
During your trip your luggage will be
transported by vehicle / camel. Your main bag must be flexible (a duffle
bag and not a rigid suitcase) and weigh a maximum of 15kg. Your luggage
will be transported to your accommodation each afternoon and you will not be
able to access it during the day. You should also bring a small day pack
to carry water, snacks and anything else you may need whilst walking.
The currency in Jordan is the Jordanian
Dinar (JOD). For the latest exchange rates please see www.xe.com
It is best to take cash in US dollars, GB
pound or Euros and exchange it locally.
Credit and Debit cards are widely accepted and there are ATMs in the
larger towns and cities. Travelers cheques are best avoided as you will be
charged a hefty commission for exchanging them.
In Jordan “baksheesh” is a national
institution and small tips are frequently paid several times a day to numerous
people. Your tour guide will take care of this so you do not have to. Tipping
your tour guide and driver is at your own discretion. As a rough guide, you
should tip $2-$3 per person per day.
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11/09/2021 | 18/09/2021 | $1,365 £1,049 |
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15/01/2022 | 22/01/2022 | $1,365 £1,049 |
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19/02/2022 | 26/02/2022 | $1,365 £1,049 |
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19/03/2022 | 26/03/2022 | $1,365 £1,049 |
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