The desert between Wadi Rum and Petra is awe inspiring in its beauty and extraordinary moon like landscape. It is a region filled with history, battles and revolutions reaching back as far as the Old Testament when Solomon and Aaron passed through in their search for the Promised Land.
Its commercial importance peaked during the Nabatean area, when gold silks and perfumes were carried along the same paths we will be treading. Our trek starts from their capital, Petra a symbol to their success and wealth remains one of the wonders of the world and finishes in Wadi Rum, scene of the Arab uprising in the 1920's championed by Lawrence of Arabia.
As we make our way south we cannot but wonder and admire the advanced technology used by this extraordinary trading nation to trap and carry the little rain that falls in this arid desert. A trek you are unlikely ever to repeat or forget.
Please note: Daily riding between 30-45 km. All our routes we choose are flat, easy riding, including lots of sight-seeing, off the beaten track, viewing, natural, archaeological, ecological sites, riding through canyons, sand dunes, stopping to visit Bedouin tribes, climbing and trekking some times…
More highlights of this tour: to experience the life of the desert, to view cultural and natural resources, and above all to learn something new. Our Horse riding program built for clients to see a variety of Jordan sights; an escape from the modern life to the wilderness of the Arabian Desert. The wake-up call will be the melodic song of the horses ready to depart for a day of adventure. Clients will be awed by the sights and sounds of the entire tour throughout Jordan.
Our horse riding programs are unique program, it is loads of fun, to sit around the fire, under the stars, and to enjoy the romance of the Arabian desert. For sure you will make new friends.
We choose the most beautiful areas of Wadi Rum, non-tourist sites. There will be constant briefings throughout the ride by the guide as well as stops for tea and water and to give riders a short break from time to time.
What to Bring:
• Riding trousers, strong but light
• Short riding boots and chaps
• T-shirt and long sleeved shirts
• Head protection from the sun (we strongly recommend a hard hat)
• Fleece and windproof jacket (in winter it may be cold at night).
• Sandals or other shoes for camp
• Sunglasses
• 2-litre water bottle
• Torch.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Jordan
Our representative will meet and assist upon arrival to Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) Amman. Our group coordinator will assist through all costumes and immigration procedures, passport formalities and Visa handling, welcomed by guides followed by bus transfer to Amman (33 km from airport) for check-in and Welcome drink followed by dinner & overnight hotel Amman.
Day 2: The Secrets of the Mobabites Mountains (Mount Nebo – Madab - Kings highway - Kerak Castle - Petra)
A full Buffet breakfast at the hotel 8.00 am check-out for full day excursion. Trip in the way visit Mount Nebo, tour of the site of the Tomb of Moses. From here Moses viewed the Promised Land in Canaan, and where he died and was buried in a nearby valley. Here there are ruins of 4th and 6th c. churches whose floors are still covered with marvelous mosaic. Afterwards to Madaba this town has a long history, being first mentioned in the Bible and in the Mesha Stele when it was a Moabite town, visit St. George orthodox Christian church the mosaic Map of Jerusalem, Palestine, Jordan, Israel & Egypt.
Madaba is famous as a land of mosaics followed by transfer via Kings’ Highway one of the oldest roads in Jordan, spectacular drive through wadi Al wala a tributary of the Mojib and which lower down is named Wadi el Heidan to Dhiban the site attracted the attention of scholars when the Moabite stone, an inscribed stele set up by Mesha, king of Moab about 835 B.C., Dhiban was captured from the Moabites by Sihon king of the Amorites. Next transfer via Wadi Al Mujib or the king’s highway to Kerak for Lunch at the Moujeb restaurant.
After lunch Guided tour to Karak Castle - one of the finest examples of Crusader military construction, its walls are strengthened with rectangular projecting towers, long stone vaulted galleries lit only by narrow slits, and a deep moat from the west which completely isolates the site after the visit of the Castle, continue driving via the desert highway to reach Petra. Upon arrival A welcome drink, followed by Check-in at hotel, dinner and overnight Petra.
Day 3: The Rose Red Adventure. (Full day tour of Petra, overnight camping Wadi Rum)
A full Buffet Breakfast at Hotel 8:00 am departure from hotel to Petra visitor centre, followed by full day guided tour, to explore (the Rose-Red city) including the Siq, the Treasury, city centre, the Royal tomb, the theatre, the High Place of Sacrifice, Wadi Farasah and the Roman Soldier Tombs.
Lunch inside Petra, afternoon Walk back to hotel in Wadi Mousa for freshen- up, check out of hotel for transfer to Wadi Rum, on arrival to Wadi Rum welcomed by our team followed by dinner and overnight camping Wadi Rum.
Day 4: Full Day Riding Wadi Rum, overnight Camping
Breakfast at the camp. 8.00 am begin horse preparation and Full day Riding in Wadi Rum, includes lunch. Riding to explore the northern part of Wadi Rum, end the ride with sunset, followed by Special Dinner and overnight Camping in Wadi Rum, under planked of Stars. Camp area Wadi Umm Eshreen. Where it has the most beautiful sand dunes.
Day 5: Full Day Riding Wadi Rum, overnight Camping
After breakfast at camp, we will begin riding through the dry oasis, down to Jebel Umm Asah, where we can see two temples from the Thamodice Period, the 2nd millennium BC. These two temples have been carved in the rock, for the purpose of travelers to pay tribute on their journey.
Lunch will be en route, then continuing to enter Wadi Rum via Wadi Umm Ishreen, riding via the canyons and the sand dunes. We will be viewing some old graffiti and inscriptions all the way through end the ride in Wadi Umm Salab, where we began our night of Arabia, feeding our horses , and start preparation for our evening, dinner and overnight camping in Jabel Umm Salab.
Day 6: Full Day Riding Wadi Rum, overnight Camping
After breakfast in camp, horse-riding from Wadi Umm Salab through Siq Al Bareah, the longest canyon in Wadi Rum, an easy ride throughout. Next to Jebel En Fesheiah, where we can stop on Siq Umm Al Tawakey, a narrow canyon, called by the Bedouin, “the prison.” At this canyon there was a meeting between King Feisal (the ruler of Hijaz) and Lawrence of Arabia. The meeting was to discuss the revolt of the Arabs against the Ottoman’s. From this canyon, the Arab revolt started by horsemen, all the way to Aqaba.
From there we will continue to Jebel Bourdah, the highest rock-bridge in Wadi Rum and view the rock-bridge. From there we will continue riding up to Jebel Umm Sapatah, a nice spot to view the sunset, followed dinner and overnight camping in Wadi Umm Saabit.
Day 7: Full Day Riding, overnight Camping Wadi Rum
After breakfast in camp, riding begins through Wadi Saabat, along the Saudi border. We will view the Saudi area and the Red Sea. This is one of the most beautiful sites in Wadi Rum for riders; it is a flat area with lots of old graffiti and inscriptions from the 2nd millennium before Christ. As well, we will visit some of the Bedouin tribes, who inhabit this area to view their lifestyles and share a cup of tea.
Lunch en route, continuing riding to Jebel Umm Al Dami 1884 m above sea level, the southern part of Wadi Rum. Then via Wadi Umm Saham to Wadi Rizgah, where we can see old statues and idols from the Nabatean period. The most interesting thing is to see the old ruins in the middle of nowhere. Followed by dinner, overnight camping in Wadi Salaada.
Day 8: Full Day Riding, overnight Hotel In Aqaba
After breakfast in camp, riding from Wadi Salaada through Wadi Swabit, among the most interesting sand dunes and canyons, viewing more and more of Wadi Rum and the Saudi area, following the footsteps of an ancient civilization from the Napatiean era, passing by Jebel Rum, 1754M above the sea level.
Lunch en route, then riding through Wadi Ruman to Jebel Um al Adaani, continuo through Wadi Slaiman, Wadi Ramman, afternoon finishing by the tramway station. Followed by transfer guests to Aqaba check-in at Hotel followed by dinner and overnight at hotel Aqaba.
Day 9: Free Day Aqaba
Breakfast at the hotel Followed by free day in Aqaba to swim and relax. No Lunch Included. Dinner and overnight Aqaba.
Day 10: Departure
Breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Amman International Airport for Departure.
Accommodation and Center Details:
All nights in Amman, Petra and Aqaba, we stay in 4 and 5-star hotels.
For the camping nights, we shall be camping in the desert in very comfortable camps. We aim to set up camp in wilderness areas and rarely use the same site twice. Tents (two person), mattresses and sleeping bags are provided for you, although on a warm evening you may choose to sleep out under the stars, which is an unforgettable experience. You will never have seen a sky so black or stars so bright.
If you are prepared to share, then no single supplement is payable. It is expected that you will be prepared to share when camping in the desert. If you wish, a single room in the hotels can be guaranteed by paying a single supplement.
Camping:
We always use spectacular wilderness areas. We decide the exact location, depending on the weather and the season. We never stay at the same camp. We always change camps sites.
We provide the following Camping Equipment:
• 2 man Tents Large enough, 2 persons.
• Mattresses.
• Carpets.
• Candle light.
• Firewood.
• All cooking supplies.
• Washing Facilities.
• Sleeping bags.
Meals:
All meals are provided, except for lunch on the free day in Aqaba. When in hotels, we will generally eat in the hotel and enjoy a selection from the buffet for dinner. In the desert all meals are prepared fresh and cooked over an open fire. You will be pleasantly surprised by the variety and standard of food served to you. We also accommodate vegetarian meals.
- Breakfast
Buffet Arabic and continental Breakfast includes: Tea, coffee, milk, Pita bread, orange Juice, jam, butter, cheese, eggs, yogurt, Labenah, Olive, cucumber, tomatoes and Hummus.
- Morning refreshments
After two hrs of riding, morning stop for tea, fresh fruits , dates & some cakes.
-Lunches
Boxed lunches and salads, are provided for riders – Salami, cheese, cucumbers. Tomatoes, oranges, cake, juice, bread, local salads, tea and coffee.
- Dinners
Buffet dinner will be provided every day includes Salads Appetizer or a typical Bedouin meal will be prepared. Eg. Magluba, chicken or lamb with rice, salads, soup or a B-B-Q dinner can be provided if the clients choose. A variety of seasonal fruits, water, tea and coffee. Every evening a different dinner will be provided.
- Desserts
3 kind of seasonal fruits, oriental sweets, Tea and coffee.
- Beverage drinks
Mineral water is used for drinking, local water for cooking and washing. Soft drinks, Beer and wine are available on the camp to be paid by clients on spot.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Meet and assist and transfer upon arrival and departure.
- All riding days.
- English speaking guide throughout.
- 4WD support vehicle for supplies and/or emergencies.
- All transfers throughout program.
- Accommodation in 4 star hotels and in comfortable desert camps.
- All meals (except for lunch in Aqaba) Day 9. Free lunch.
- All cooking and camping equipment.
- Entrance fees to Petra, Wadi Rum and other places mentioned.
- Fun!
Price Excludes:
- Drinks from the bar like canned beer and wine
- Lunch in Aqaba day 9.
- Water sports or other activities in Aqaba
- Visa & Airport departure tax from Jordan
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature.
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