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
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 O/N hotel Amman.
Day 2: Jerash Dead Sea Amman
A full Buffet Breakfast at the hotel 9:00 am departure from hotel for full day excursion. Drive to Jerash 45 Km from Amman, through the pine forests and olive groves until we reach the Greece- Roman city, a fully-guided tour takes in the colonnaded street, of Jerash the Bombay of the east. Visiting the oval plaza area, theatres, colonnaded streets, Temple of Artemis and Zeus and a complex of churches.
Afterwards 1.5 hrs transfer to the Dead Sea the lowest point on the earth 409 meters below sea level. Buffet Lunch on arrival at the Dead Sea, followed by free timing for swimming and relaxation, sunset at the Dead Sea beach, afterwards transfer to hotel in Amman, 40 min drive from Dead Sea, freshen-up followed by: 7.30 pm transfer to dinner outside the hotel at Tawaheen Al Hawa Rest.
Authentic Jordanian restaurant, Thousands Nights and Nights, decorated with Bedouin tents and Special carpets, Special Jordanian dinner with verity of Jordanian and western cousin during dinner a local women bakes the typical Taboun bread after dinner back to hotel for O/N Amman.
Day 3: The Secrets Of The Mobabites Mountains (Mount Nebo Madab -Kings highway - Kerak Castle Wadi Rum O/N camping
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 kings 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, continuo driving via the desert highway to reach Wadi Rum. Upon arrival A jeep transfer to camp site followed by dinner and O/N WAdi Rum.
Day 4: 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, includes lunch. Riding to explore the northern part of Wadi Rum, end the ride with sunset, followed by Special Dinner & O/N 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. 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 6: 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 7: 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 8: Full Day Riding Afternoon Transfer to Petra. Hotel in Petra.
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 enceinte 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 1:30 hrs bus transfer to Petra, check-in at Hotel followed by dinner and O/N at hotel Petra.
Day 9: The Rose Red Adventure. (Full day tour of Petra O/N Petra.)
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, followed by privet dinner at Red cave restaurant. Red cave restaurant an authentic place located in Wadi Mousa, Bedouin restaurants. A variety of traditional self services Cousin,
O/N Petra.
Day 10: Departure
Breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for Departure.
Visas: Visas will be issued ion Arrival point to Jordan.
Accommodation:
All nights in Amman, Petra and Aqaba, we stay in 4*& 5* 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.
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.
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-touristic 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 days.
Visa to Jordan when group 5+ pax.
English speaking guide throughout
4WD support vehicle for supplies and/or emergencies
All transfers throughout program.
Accommodation.
All meals F/B.
All cooking and camping equipment.
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned.
Not included:
Drinks from the bar including canned drinks, beer and wine when in camp
Gratuities
Items of a personal nature.
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