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.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Jordan. Amman Petra
Flight to Jordan, Upon arrival to QAIA Amman, meet and assist by La Beduiana tours representative, passport formalities and visa handling, direct transfer from airport to Petra, welcome drink and check in at hotel. Followed by O/N at hotel Petra.
Day 2: The Rose Red Adventure (Full day tour of Petra O/N camping Wadi Rum)
A full Buffet Breakfast at Hotel 10:00 am departure from hotel to Petra, 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, transfer to Wadi Rum, on arrival to wadi Rum welcomed by our team followed by dinner and O/N camping Wadi Rum.
Day 3: Full Day Riding Wadi Rum. O/N Camping
Breakfast at the camp. 8.00 am begin horse preparation and Full day Riding in Wadi Rum, O/n camping.
Day Four: Full Day Riding Wadi Rum. O/N 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 O/N camping in Jabel Umm Salab.
Day 5: Full Day Riding Wadi Rum. O/N 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 Ottomans.
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 & O/N camping in Wadi Umm Saabit.
Day 6: Full Day Riding O/N 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 O/N camping in Wadi Salaada.
Day 7: Full Day Riding. O/N 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 O/N at hotel Aqaba.
Day 8: Free Day Aqaba
Breakfast at the hotel followed by free day in Aqaba to swim and relax. No Lunch Included. Dinner at hotel and O/N Aqaba.
Day 9: Departure.
Breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Amman International Airport for Departure.
Visas: Visas will be issued on Arrival point to Jordan.
Accommodation:
All nights in Amman, Petra and Aqaba, we stay in tourist 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.
Other Activities:
Our itinerary has been designed to give you the best of Jordan. However, if you wish to extend your trip to have longer in Amman or Aqaba or to visit other parts of Jordan, we would be pleased to make arrangements for your clients.
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.
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.
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. Local water is used for drinking, cooking and washing. Mineral water, soft drinks, Beer and wine are available on the camp.
Guiding & Assistance:
1. Professional License English Speaking guide will join this trip, the guide well-trained in horseback tours, knowledgeable of What clients seek for.
2. The groups will be under the responsibility of a professional team.
3. Routing and first aid under the responsibility of this team also.
4. All the information concerning the riding day, will be given the evening before.
5. Assistance by 4*4 Cars, meeting at the strategically places only for lunches, water, food for horses, luggage etc.
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.
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.
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 is Wadi Rum:
To the Arabs Wadi Rum is known simply as The Valley of The Moon. to travelers who have roamed its vast landscape, Wadi Rum seems more akin to the surface of a distant planet than to anything on earth. The combination of its immensity, color and awe-inspiring shapes creates an atmosphere that is almost supernatural.
Lawrence of Arabia, who held Wadi Rum in high esteem, wrote: Our little caravan grew quite self conscious, and fell dead quiet, afraid and ashamed to flaunt its smallness in the presence of the stupendous hills - Landscapes in childhoods dreams were so vast and silent. (T. E. Lawrence: The Seven Pillars of Wisdom).
Wadi Rums immensity is hard to leave. The longer you spend there the more you become attached to it - and the more you long for it when you are gone. The Valley of the Moon makes man tremble at the power and majesty of nature.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
Meet and assist and transfer upon arrival and departure
All riding
English speaking guide throughout
4WD support vehicle for supplies and/or emergencies
All transfers
Accommodation in 4 star hotels and in comfortable desert camps
All meals (except for lunch in Aqaba)
All cooking and camping equipment
Entrance fees to Petra, Wadi Rum and other places mentioned.
Not included:
Drinks from the bar including canned drinks, beer and wine when in camp
Lunch in Aqaba
Water sports or other activities in Aqaba
Visa & Airport departure tax from Jordan
Gratuities
Items of a personal nature.
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