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Petra And Wadi Rum By Bike
offered by supplier M16296 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 9
day(s)
Group Size: 8
- 16
people
Destination(s):
Jordan
Specialty Categories:
Bicycle Touring
Cultural Journey
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 1110 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1170 US Dollar (USD)
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The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is an ideal destination for a one-week cycling break. Highlights include the spectacular 'rose-red' city of Petra, the ancient site of Mount Nebo and the Byzantine mosaics at Madaba. Away from the temples and monuments it isn't all desert scenery. Our ride takes us through ancient olive groves and quiet villages, where we meet the extraordinary Bedouin people, whose hospitality has quenched many an explorer's thirst. There is also plenty of time to relax and unwind, with the opportunity to float in the Dead Sea and snorkel in the Red Sea. Most relaxing of all, perhaps, is the night spent in Wadi Rum, the former desert headquarters of Lawrence of Arabia. Here the solitude, the majestic desert scenery, and incredible night skies ensure a memorable evening of star gazing.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Start Amman.
Day 2: Ride/drive to Madaba through ancient olive groves and pine trees.
Days 3-4: Ride via Mt Nebo to Suwaima for a swim in the Dead Sea; drive to Petra along the King's Highway.
Day 5: Two full days to explore the fascinating city of Petra; optional trek or ride to the temple of Siq Al Baida.
Day 6: Ride/drive via the deserts of Wadi Araba to Aqaba on the Red Sea.
Day 7: Free morning to visit beach; drive/ride to Wadi Rum and camp in the magnificent desert scenery.
Day 8: Morning desert 4x4 drive far into the Wadi Rum; drive/ride to Amman via the Desert Highway.
Day 9: End Amman.
- Mode of travel: Category: Road
- Grade: B
- Average daily distance: 45 km (28 miles)
- Number of days cycling: 5
- Vehicle Support: 100%
- Terrain and route: Surface: 90% tarmac, 10% unsurfaced roads. Routes follow mainly quiet backroads. Lots of downhill and level sections, with a couple of steep climbs. We avoid the hottest time of year, but expect high temperatures..
- Bike Hire:
* Bike hire in Jordan: Specialized Rockhopper Comp with suspension forks £85 (2006) £75 (2007), paid on booking.
* Bike hire from UK: £95, paid on booking.
- Group size: Min. 8, max. 16 plus leader and appropriate local guides.
- Accommodation: 7 nights hotels, 1 night camping.
- Food: All breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner included.
- Optional Single Supplement: from $130.00
- Trip Reference: MXW
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Local Payment: $85 USD
Also see tour packages in:
Middle East
Jordan
Bicycle Touring
Cultural Journey
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