Around Jordan
Around Jordan tour, Join us in our adventure in Jordan where we visit one of the Seven Wonders of world Petra, Wadi Rum where you can see the bright stars and the Bedouin lifestyle, along with Madaba where the famous Mount Nebo is, Jerash a staple in Roman history, Kerak Castle, and swim in the Red Sea.
- Duration: 8 Days, 7 nights
- Start/Finish City: Amman to Amman
- Tour Starting Point: Amman, Retaj Hotel; Zahran Street.
- Attraction Sites: Amman, Jerash, Madaba (Mount Nebo), Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea and Aqapa
- Package Price includes: Accommodation, Transportation, mentioned meals, entrance fees and licensed tour guide.
- Group Size: Small group (Up to 12 People)
- Service Level: Standard
- Age Requirement: 10+ (All travelers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.)
Inclusive Meal Plan
7 breakfasts, one Jordanian traditional lunch in Jerash, one Bedouin dinner in Wadi Rum are included.
Is This Trip Right for You?
This classic trip involves many activities, such as visiting Roman cities, Crusader castles, and exploring the lost city of Petra. Walk and capture the moment! In this trip, 3 to 4 hours per day as a walking period with an average physical rating expected to be experienced. Also, we might walk on some uneven surfaces, so a comfortable shoe is recommended. To avoid the rush hours, we sometimes start at 6 am. You will spend 1to 4 hours driving between the destinations, with a rest every 1.5 hour. On the way will be passing by different cafeterias, toilets and stores.
Day 1: Arrival day to Amman
This is the arrival day and at 6:00 pm, your ME-Wonders Tour Leader invites you to a welcome meeting in the lobby which is about an hour. We will discuss the trip schedule, activities and details then head off to a group dinner.
If you miss the meeting for any reason your ME-WONDERS Tour Leader will leave you a note with the details and when to meet next morning to start the tour.
Overnight Location: Amman
Overnight: Retaj Hotel (3* Hotel) or Similar
Optional: Welcome group dinner
Day 2: Jerash, Amman Citadel
Jerash is our first visit which is the only founded ancient Roman city out of Rome. In the afternoon, You will have the chance to cook with one of the local Jordanians and submerge into the culture, then you will have a traditional lunch in the village. . We then go back to Amman to explore the Citadel which is the ancient trait of the city
Inclusive Meals: Breakfast, Jordanian traditional lunch
Transportation: Private vehicle
Overnight Location: Amman
Overnight: Retaj Hotel (3* Hotel) or Similar
Day 3: Amman / Mount Nebo / Karak / Petra
You will travel to Madaba -the Queen of Mosaic. There, you will have the chance to relive history. You will be standing at the spot where Moses once stood and granted a view over the promise land. There is a panoramic view from Mt. Nebo that is just miraculous. Afterwards we will go to the biggest Crusaders castle in Karak and drive to Wadi Musa to spend the night there.
Inclusive Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Private vehicle
Optional: Little Petra (Al Bieda) (8 JOD per person), Turkish Bath (25 JOD per person
Overnight Location: Wadi Musa
Overnight: Seven Wonders Hotel (3* Hotel) or similar
Day 4: Petra
Early in the morning we will visit the one and only city with fascinating architecture and sophisticated water systems, titled as one of the Seven Wonders, Petra. You will enjoy a walk with your Tour Leader which goes through the Siq, until you reach the magnificent Treasury which is the guiding entrance to the ancient Nabatean city. We will continue into the city, viewing the amphitheaters, caves and tombs. Later, you will have some free time to explore on your own and feed your wanderlust.
Inclusive Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Private vehicle
Optional: Petra by night(17JOD per person)
Overnight Location: Wadi Musa
Overnight: Seven Wonders Hotel (3* Hotel) or similar.
Day 5: Petra / Wadi Rum
A morning start heading to Wadi Rum. A guided 4×4 Jeep tour will be organized taking you through the desert followed by a traditional dinner. Spending the night at a desert Bedouin camp to see the bright stars and peace in the dessert.
Inclusive Meals: Breakfast, Bedouin traditional dinner
Transportation: Private vehicle
Optional: Extend jeep tour (70 JOD per Jeep )
Overnight Location: Wadi Rum
Overnight: Hasan Zawaideh Camp, Bedouin style tent made of hair goat in the middle of desert, or similar.
Day 6: Wadi Rum / Aqaba
Let’s road trip to Aqaba! This is the city that has the Red Sea. The Sea can be enjoyed in many different ways whether it is swimming or off snorkeling, taking a nice stroll along the shore or simply just dinning and viewing it from indoors.
Inclusive Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Private vehicle
Optional: Camel ride in Wadi Rum (15 JOD per person), boat trip in Aqapa (40 JOD per person)
Overnight Location: Aqaba
Overnight: Al Raad Hotel (3* Hotel) or similar
Day 7: Aqaba / Dead Sea / Amman
We will depart from Aqaba and head to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. It is known for its very salty water that makes you float. This is where people take their famous newspaper picture reading while floating in the sea. In the evening we will go back to Amman.
Inclusive Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Private vehicle
Optional: Mud bath (3 JOD per person)
Overnight Location: Amman
Overnight: Retaj Hotel (3* Hotel) or Similar
Day 8: Departure Day
Check out from hotel before 12:00 pm and this concludes Around Jordan Tour.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
What’s Excluded
Travel to Jordan during COVID – 19
Stay safe by taking some simple precautions —such as physical distancing, wearing a mask, especially when distancing cannot be maintained, keeping rooms well ventilated, avoiding crowds and close contact, cleaning your hands regularly- and coughing into a bent elbow or tissue. Do it all! Check local advice when you travel to Jordan.
Visa
Most nationalities can get visas to Jordan upon arrival; you are responsible for applying your visa. Please, stay up-to-date before you travel for new regulations that may appear. For more information about the visa requirements, please visit the link below:
http://international.visitjordan.com/page/4/VisasToJordan.aspx
Flights
ME- WONDERS offers tour packages worldwide and welcomes travelers from any country and place. Roundtrip airfare is not included, and we recommend booking your flights when your tour is booked and confirmed.
Within the tour, some flights are included such as:
- Egypt & Jordan Combo Trip
- Domestic flight from Luxor to Cairo
- International flight from Cairo to Amman
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory on all our trips for all travelers from other countries. We require that at minimum to be covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation and Covid-19 treatments. We strongly recommend all travelers to have a policy that also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage or personal effects in international trips.
Pick up- drop of from/to Queen Alia Airport
ME-WONDERS offer a transfer from/to the airport but you should select (Pick Up/Drop Off) in advance. ME-WONDERS driver will be out with a pickup sign at the arrival hall, the last point after you pick your luggage. usually the drive takes between 25 minutes to 1-hour, depending on traffic conditions.
You can get to hotel using official airport taxies which cost around 25 JOD (40 USD). It is better to agree upon the price with the taxi driver before you get into the car.
Starting point; Jordan
Starting point for Jordanian tours: Amman, (either Retaj Hotel, or Landmark Hotel) according to your itinerary.
Accommodation
Our prices are based on double bedrooms (twin-shared or king sized bed). which means that if you book as a solo traveler, ME-WONDERS will arrange for you to share with a person of the same gender. For couples, we ensure the accommodation is together. If you have any requests, please specify at the time of booking.
ME-WONDERS committed to the described accommodations hotel names, unless hotels are not possible to occupy, hotels can be changed, in all cases hotels stay at the same quality level or upgraded.
Accommodation in Jordan Tours (Around Jordan & Highlights of Jordan) in 3* hotels with a standard service these hotels have elevators, air-conditioning room and English-speaking staff. Check the hotels list below:
- Amman– Retaj Hotel (3* Hotel) or similar
- Wadi Musa (Petra) – Seven Wonders Hotel (3* Hotel) or similar.
- Wadi Rum– Hasan Zawaideh Camp; Bedouin style tent made of hair goat in the middle of desert. or similar
- Aqaba- Al Raad Hotel (3* Hotel) or similar
Jordan Comfort Tour 5* Luxury Experience
- Amman: Landmark Hotel (5* Hotel) or similar.
- Dead Sea: Crown Plaza Hotel (5* Hotel) or similar
- Petra: Old Village Hotel (5* Hotel) or similar
- Wadi Rum: Sun City Camp, in the heart of Wadi Rum’s majestic desert panoramic Martian Domes, or similar
Early Arrivals: if you arrived before your trip starts, ME-WONDERS have the options to assure you have a room as soon as you arrive, you can reserve (Extra Pre-nights) in advance.
Late Departure: if you want to stay after you trip ends, ME-WONDERS have the options for you to extends your accommodation in the same hotel, you can reserve (Extra Post-nights) in advance.
My private Room
This option for Solo Travelers, if you have booked “My Privet Room” option for this tour, you will have your own single room for all tour nights.
Check-in/ Check-out time
Hotel check-in time is usually at 2:00 pm and check-out time is before 12.00 pm. If you arrive early on the day or leave in the evening, hotels may be able to accommodate your luggage while you have other plans. More information will be provided by the front desk of the hotel.
Meal Plans
Vegetarian meals can be provided on our tours. We have often meals options that suit both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, based on the traveler’s preference. Once we have been informed about their meal preference, we make sure to arrange that with good-quality and tasty food.
Optional Activities
Optional activities are not included in the prices. We encourage our customers to participate in the optional activities. Your ME-WONDERS Tour Leader will share activity details with you throughout the trip.
Meet and Greet
At the start of each tour, we want our group to feel comfortable about the plans and details of the trip. Your ME-WONDERS Tour Leader will do a welcome and introduction meeting at 6:00pm where he/she goes over details, schedule, and answers questions. If you are unable to make it, there will be an information page provided later that evening.
Tour Leader
Each tour has a ME-WONDERS Tour Leader. Their goal is to ensure you have a remarkable trip with lifetime memories. Your Tour Leader will show you round attractions such as historic monuments, cultural centers and beauty spots, and provide you with background information to help make the most of your visit.
Transport
A Private 20 seats bus, 4×4 pickup truck in Wadi Rum.
Wi-Fi
There will be a Wi-Fi services at the hotels.
Emergency Contact
Since each group will have a ME-WONDERS Tour Leader, we suggest exchanging contact information at the welcome meeting on the first day of arrival.
While on the Tour, we know with different time zones and activities there may be a need for assistance outside of our working hours. If you need to contact our office, please leave a detailed message, and your contact information.
You can also contact us locally through your ME-WONDERS Representative (Amman, Jordan): jordan@mewonders.com
Currency
Jordanian Dinar (JOD).
Money Exchange
There are lots of offices everywhere in Jordan. ATMs are also available within main cities in Jordan. Master Cards and Visas are generally accepted. Please note that your bank will apply fees for overseas withdrawals.
Climate
Jordan has a Mediterranean-style climate.
- Summer: 70°F-90°F, c (21°-32°)
- Autumn: 60°F-80°F, c (15°-26°)
- Winter: 45°F-70°F, c (8°-21°)
- Spring: 60°F-85°F, c (15°-29°)
Language
The official language in Jordan is Modern Standard Arabic and English is widely spoken throughout the country.
Attire in Jordan
Jordan socially acceptable attire is conservative. You will find that shoulders are covered, and clothing is to the knees. It is not required outside of mosques and important religious sites. like Petra, the Dead Sea and Jerash in summer.
Electricity
Please note that the voltage used in Jordan is 220 volts.
An important Rule
By travelling with us, you agree to adhere to not have or consume illegal drugs. You must comply with the laws, customs, foreign exchange, and drug regulations of all countries you visit. You must agree to travel in accordance with responsible travel guidelines. Illegal drugs is a risk to the whole group and we will take immediate actions to protect the group.
Tipping
We have created a ME-WONDERS pool of tips so that your Tour Leader can take care of this for the group rather than individually. This saves time, room for discrepancies and covers all service assistance. We kindly ask of {$ 6 USD per person /day} which covers all tips for the service providers we encounter throughout. This is collected on the first day of arrival during the introduction and welcome meeting. This does not include the gratuity for your ME-WONDERS Tour Leader. Our suggested amount {$ 6 USD per person / day} and based on the discretion of the customer.
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