8-day adventure
Petra to Wadi Rum
Jordan
- Trekking & Hiking
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Our Jordan office is based in the capital city of Amman and provides storage for our vast array of desert expedition gear as well as a work place for our team. Our operations in Jordan are expertly managed by Nasria and Saoud, who know their country inside out and ensure that every detail of your trip is planned to perfection. We offer canyoning trips, desert expeditions and of course, visits to ancient Petra. As well as our scheduled departures...
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Discover sculptures made by ancient peoples on the red walls of Petra alongside sculptures carved by wind and nature in the desert of Wadi Rum. After a night in the capital city of Amman, we reach Petra, with its vast sanctuaries and soaring walls and enjoy 2 days exploring the nooks and crannies of this fascinating UNESCO site. We then meet up with our local Bedouin guides and begin our 3 day trek through the mythical Wadi Rum desert, camping out under the stars each night as we pass through this truly remarkable landscape. This adventure is the perfect mix of discovery and escapism in a magical corner of the middle east.
Trip highlights
- Discover the ancient city of Petra
- Sleep under starlit skies in the Wadi Rum desert
- Take a dip in the Dead Sea
Experiences
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Trekking & Hiking
Our core collection of treks and hikes, through some of the world's most outstanding landscapes
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Welcome to Jordan
We will meet you at the airport in Amman and transfer you to your hotel where (depending on your arrival time) 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!
- Transport: Private transfer (1 hour)
- Accomodation: Hotel
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Day 2
Hiking in Petra
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.
- Transport: Private transfer (4 hours)
- Hiking time: 4 - 5 hours
- Ascent: 600 m
- Descent: 600 m
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
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Day 3
Hiking in Petra
We enter the site early this morning through the narrow gorge of the Siq, from which suddenly emerges El Khazneh or “The Treasury”, 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.
- Hiking time: 7 - 8 hours
- Ascent: 400 m
- Descent: 400 m
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
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Days 4 to 6
Trekking through the desert
Over the next 3 days we will complete our trek through the Wadi Rum Desert accompanied by our Bedouin guides. A short transfer from Petra in the morning takes us to the village of Wadi Rum where our trek begins. Camping out each night, 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. Look out for Mushroom Rock and the stone arch for the best photo opportunities!
- Hiking time: 5 - 6 hours
- Accomodation: Camping
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
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Day 7
The Dead Sea and return to Amman
Our last day of trekking through the desert. We reach the village of Rum in the morning and say farewell to our Bedouin guides before transferring back to Amman. On the way back to the capital we stop for lunch and a swim in the Dead Sea. This is lowest point on earth with an altitude of 430m below sea level! The high salt content in the water makes for an unusual swim. On arrival back in Amman, we can order food at the hotel or head out to explore and find a local restaurant for our final evening meal in Jordan.
- Transport: Private transfer (4 hours, 320 km)
- Hiking time: 4 - 5 hours
- Accomodation: Hotel
- Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch
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Day 8
Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and return transfer to the airport
- Transport: Private transfer (0.8 hour, 37 km)
- Meals included: Breakfast
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Trip information
Difficulty
This adventure is of moderate difficulty.
You will be required to walk for up to 6 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. To
ask about your suitability for this trip and what you can do to prepare please
feel free to give us a call.
Food & drink
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, flat breads, humus, yoghurt, dates and jams.
Lunches are also prepared by our cook. At Petra you will be provided with a picnic lunch of traditional breads, pastries, fruit, vegetables, boiled eggs etc. While in the desert, lunches are freshly prepared and will include tuna, rice, salads, humus and local breads.
Hot evening meals are provided each night (except in Amman) and you can expect chicken, lamb meat balls, potatoes, rice, fresh vegetables and salads. We can cater for most dietary requirements on request.
Please
be aware that the water in Jordan is not drinkable. You should bring a water filter or
purification tablets with you. Bottled water can be purchased in nearly all towns and
villages but not in the desert. Whilst trekking in the desert we will carry an ample supply of unfiltered water with us.
Accommodation
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. Our hotel is positioned on the outskirts of Amman to avoid potentially long delays due to traffic when leaving the city.
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 a fixed camp with twin beds in small but comfortable tents with shared bathroom facilities. Blankets are provided and there is a single electrical socket in each tent which is turned on at night fall. It is a good idea to bring along a multi USB charging hub to make the most of the single socket in your tent. In winter when there is a risk of snow we may stay in a nearby hotel
instead.
In the Wadi Rum Desert we will sleep in 3 man tents (2 people per tent unless you requested a single supplement). Mattresses, tents and eating utensils are all provided but you will need
to bring your own sleeping bag. There are no toilet facilities in the desert so please bring some toilet roll and a lighter or match box to burn used paper. As we can only carry a limited amount of water in the desert, there is no water provided for washing on these two nights. We recommend bringing some wet wipes so you can wash inside your tent.
Transport
All transportation costs including airport transfers are included. We will use comfortable private minibuses with seat belts for travel around the country. Your support vehicle in the desert is a 4x4 pickup with trailer for carrying gear.
Luggage
During your trip your luggage will be
transported by vehicle. 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.
How do I get there?
You will need to arrive in Amman on day 1 of the trip. Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is located 30km south of the capital city. From London there are direct flights to Amman with British Airways and Royal Jordanian. The flight time is roughly 5 hours. Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa both offer indirect flights from Birmingham, Manchester and Edinburgh. For those traveling from the US, Qatar have convenient flights via Doha from New York, Boston and Atlanta. Turkish airlines offer flights via Istanbul from San Francisco and Los Angeles. British Airways have convenient flights departing from Seattle. Once you have arrived in Amman, cleared immigration and collected your luggage, please look out for a member of our team in the arrivals area. They will be holding a large “KANDOO” sign.
Budget & change
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.
Tips
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.
You should budget for tips for your tour guide and Bedouin trekking guides. The tip amount should be based on the service you feel you have received but $3 per person per day is average.
Formalities & health
Passport
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after your day of departure from Jordan.
Visa
A visa is required by European and US citizens and this can be purchased on arrival. Please check the latest requirements before departure.
Vaccinations
No mandatory vaccinations are required.
Insurance
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully and adequately insured for the duration of your trip. Please ensure that all activities, excursions and destinations in your itinerary are included in your travel insurance policy, in addition to your regular cover for cancellation and medical expenses. We ask that you keep a copy of your policy summary (containing policy number and the emergency contact number for your insurer) in your daypack at all times, so that we can access this information should we need to contact the insurer on your behalf.
Medication
Your guide carries a first aid kit at all times but we recommend you carry the following items:
- Painkillers
- Sunscreen for lips and skin
- Moisturising cream (for sunburn)
- Elastic bandage, regular bandages and Blister bandages
- Sanitary products
Equipment & clothing
Equipment supplied by Kandoo Adventures
- Tent
(per 2 people)
- Mattress
- Eating
utensils
Clothing to bring
- Warm
hat (beanie) for the evenings
- Sun
hat with wide brim for protection
- Sunglasses
- Neck
gaiter or scarf
- Suitable
quick drying underwear
- Light
gloves (December to February only)
- Walking
boots (with ankle support and sturdy soles)
- Socks
(quick drying and not too warm)
- T-shirts
and warm jumper
- Fleece
or soft shell jacket
- Waterproof
and windproof hard shell jacket
- Swimming
suit / shorts
- Walking
trousers and/or shorts
- Pajamas,
travel towel and toiletries
- Comfortable
shoes for the evenings
- Waterproof
trousers
Equipment to bring
- Sleeping
bag with a comfort rating of 0°C
- Head
torch and spare batteries
- Water
bottles or hydration pack
- Wet
wipes and hand sanitiser
- 30-40
litre
day pack
- 80
– 100 litre
duffel bag, max weight 15kg
- Camera
- Water
filter
- Walking
poles
- Plastic
bags for wet/dirty clothing
Dates & prices
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| 08/04/2023 | 15/04/2023 | $1,755 £1,349 |
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| 23/09/2023 | 30/09/2023 | $1,755 £1,349 |
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| 14/10/2023 | 21/10/2023 | $1,755 £1,349 |
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| 18/11/2023 | 25/11/2023 | $1,755 £1,349 |
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| 10/02/2024 | 17/02/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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| 09/03/2024 | 16/03/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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| 13/04/2024 | 20/04/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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| 18/05/2024 | 25/05/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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| 21/09/2024 | 28/09/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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| 12/10/2024 | 19/10/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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| 09/11/2024 | 16/11/2024 | $1,815 £1,399 |
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Contact usPrice includes
- All
transportation including airport transfers
- All accommodation
- 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners
- An expert Kandoo Adventures guide
- A local team of drivers, guides and
cooks
- Entrance fees to all sites on the
itinerary
- Tips (excluding your guide)
Price does not include
- Flights and visa
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tip for your guide
- Meals
on day 1 and 8 and dinner on day 7
- Travel insurance
Options
- Additional hotel nights before or after your tour
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