The desert between Wadi Rum and Petra 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: Flight to Jordan, Upon arrival to QAIA Amman, meet and assist by La Beduian representative, passport formalities and visa handling, transfer to hotel for dinner and O/N Amman.
Day 2: Amman - Wadi Rum 16 km
After breakfast at Hotel. Direct transfer from Amman to Wdai Rum 4 hours drive to Wadi Umm Ishreen we will start the hike from this site of Wad Rum toward northern part of the Wadi. Where Lawrence of Arabia use to live. He spent considerable time in wadi rum during the Arab revolt. Its also has some of the most spectacular desert scenery to be found any where. Along and incredible day's trekking. We camp virtually in the middle of wadi rum surrounded only by hills of granite and desert sand at Wad Alqoudear.
Day 3: Rum: 22km
A wonderful day a head. We continue through wadi rum mainly descending from about 700 meters to sea level. Stunning in its natural beauty we trek alongside weathered mountains and occasional camels passing "like ships in the desert". We will tour the northern side of Wad Rum where we visit the natural bridge stone the Sand duns of Wad Rum this night we will camp at Wad Umm Saham.
Day 4: Rum - Humaemah 24 km.
After breakfast at camp we will star full day hiking through Humemah to Our route today takes us through some beautiful wadis, eventually giving way to more level terrain as we continue north toward Petra. On the way we pass some of the extraordinary and elaborate remains of the Nabatean water irrigation canals which served their city of khumiema. Originally named Aura, khumiema was built by king aretas (86-62 BCE) continue to Wad Alhelweh for our O/N camp.
Day 5: Wad Helweh - Abu Tarif 20km
After breakfast at camp we star our hiking day through the Arava Mountains to Naqeb Garandal, superb view overlooking the Jordan Valley. We pass some bedouin camps in routs and continue to Wad Alabead then to Abu Tarif for our O/N camp.
Day 6: Abu Tarif - Masoudah - Wad Sabra - Nageb Sabra O/N. 28KM
This is our longest trekking day as we descend from the desert to Edom (red) mountains. First, however, through wadi Masoudah to wadi Rashareh then to Wad Sabra where we pass the remains of a roman theatre. We trek through the wadi as it twists and tums down the slopes of the surrounding mountains. Heading northwards we view the jabel Haroun and Petra mountains. We camp tonight at Nageb Sabra.
Day 7: Nageb Sabra- Petra 17km
First we pass through the famous antiquities of the rose-red city, Petra. The Greek name Petra (rock) probably replaced the biblical name, sela. The city was built on a terrace, placed from east to west by wadi Mousa (the valley of Moses) – one of the places Moses is said to have struck a rock and water gushed forth. The valley is enclosed by sandstone cliffs veined with shades of red and purple, out of which the beautiful rock hewn monuments and temples were built. We ascend through kilometers of unique and extraordinary ruins including the colonnaded street and the famous khazneh (treasury), at the end of the day we trek to our overnight Hotel.
Day 8: Transfer to Airport Amman – for departure.
Meals:
The above programs we offer on F/B basis, which means all meals will be original Bedouin cuisine. We serve simple, healthy food and all meals are prepared fresh and cooked over an open fire. 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:
- English Speaking guide will join this trip.
- The groups will be under the responsibility of a professional team.
- Routing and first aid under the responsibility of this team also.
- All the information concerning the hiking day, will be given the evening before.
- Assistance by 4*4 Cars, meeting at the strategically places only for lunches, water, food, for luggage etc.
Camping: We always use spectacular wilderness areas. We will decide the exact location, depending on the weather and the season.
We provide the following Camping Equipment:
1. Tents.
2. Mattresses.
3. Sleeping bags.
4. Carpets.
5. Candle light.
6. Firewood.
7. All cooking supplies.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Program in F/B Includes All Services.
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