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PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

It was perfectly organised, from landing in Amman to taking us back to the airport. And anything in between as well.The bikes were good, the cycling through nice scenery very enjoyable and not too strenous (I could have coped with a little more, although some of the hills we went up where not so enjoyable. But at the top you have a real sense of achievement, and if you don’t want to cylce up – the minibus wasn’t far behind you to pick you up)If you want a holiday where you don’t need to organise anything other than turning up, while having a fantastic time, go!

Most Inspirational Moment

The whole trip went from wow moment to wow moment! Floating in the Dead Sea - very weird but wonderful experiencePetra - WOW!!!Wadi Rum - I'm so glad I could experience this, it was such a nice evening

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader was very friendly, funny, knowledgable, enthusiastic for his country, supportive and caring.  For the unfortunate two where something went wrong (luggage lost, injury) he bent over backwards to help them and sort out the problem. The other guides we had  - bike guides and the drivers - were incredibly friendly and supportive

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go and do it

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

I really wanted to see Jordan and Petra, but as sightseeing by itself can be a bit tedious this cycling holiday was a perfect way persuade the family to join me. With the help of our guide and his team and a great group of fellow travelers, we and our 18 and 19 year old, all had a brilliant time. 

Most Inspirational Moment

Most of it was inspiring but I suppose I would have to choose the free afternoon in Petra when our guide took those that wanted to, for a hike round the back well away from the usual tourist route. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

We couldn't have wished for a better leader,  Zuhair was able to explain things with interest and humour. He and his team organised everything to perfection and went out of his way to give us the best time ever, he even entertained us with many stories eventhough one or two of them ended with a dodgy moral.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't go if all you want is a cycling holiday. Some of the experts found fault with the equipment but we were perfectly happy, the bicycles were better than those we have at home. September in Wadi Rum, we really didn't need the sleeping bags, a liner would have done as the blankets were the thickest I've ever seen. Some of the group slept round the fire with the locals.

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

This was a fantastic holiday. Gave a chance to exercise but also to rest. The hospitality was most courteous, the roads in Jordan excellent, the hotels very comfortable and the food was so typical. Just GREAT!

Most Inspirational Moment

Petra itself was outsanding and more than I could ever have expected. The rock formations and the (natural) colour schemes were out of this world. A stay in the Bedouin camp and the camel ride through the desert were true highlights. It was soul refreshing to be able to have a walk in the desert as the sun rose and take in the stillness of it all.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was most knowledgeable, always ready to help and making sure we lacked nothing.

Advice for Potential Travellers

For that time of year, take a few extra jumpers because it WAS cold due to icy winds from the North West (?)

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

Full schedule with places of great interest. Biking mainly downhill and reasonably easy even for complete novice. Good food.

Most Inspirational Moment

Strolling through the wadi rum just after sunrise when no one else was around.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent tour leader (Hassan) though obviously a dalek as he didn't do stairs. Scheduling was spot on all week, snacks provided with perfect timing and an evil sense of humour.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Gel seat for the cycling and take some warm clothing as the night in the desert was seriously cold.

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

A wonderful group of people on the tour enhanced the actual tour itself, providing plenty to see and plenty of discussion.

Most Inspirational Moment

watching the sunrise over the wadi rum

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hassan was superb, showing excellent knowledge of the sites and even providing great dramatic effect in petra, he made an effort with everyone in the group and even got on a bike for us.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The tour trip advises that there was 10% off road but in fact the cycling is all along tarmac roads of which only a small portion was poor quality. I had taken my road bike with spare cross country tyres for off road but these were not needed. Also they were not expecting me to turn up with my bike at the airport but managed to cope - if any others had turned up with their own bike it would have been interesting so make sure they are aware.

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

I really enjoyed the cycling, in spite of the cold wind at times.  I had doubted whether I would keep up (as a 60+er) but was relieved not to be quite the slowest!  The cycling was somewhat stage-managed with a Police 4 WD with flashing lights leading us and stopping the traffic to allow us to pass, a cycling guide at the front of the party and another at the back and lastly the coach behind that, to say nothing of the cycle vehicle which raced up and down our column!  We were cheered on by children on the route as cyclists, especially western female ones, are very rare!  Cycling is obviously not a Jordanian pastime. 

Most Inspirational Moment

The walk up to Place of High Sacrifice in Petra and down the other side towards Wadi Faresa - the colours in the rocks were fantastic.Chatting to a lovely Jordanian family on Aqaba public beach on a sunny morning - the little girls were so keen to practise their English.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was very knowledgable about the ancient history of the area and of the recent history and life of the people.  He spoke very good clear English.  A very calm unflappable person who prepared some good lunches and marvellous snacks morning and afternoon.  Most of us went home a few pounds heavier despite all the exercise!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take both cold and warm weather gear.  The temperatures varied widely over the trip.  It was very warm in the Dead Sea area and Aqaba but cold in Petra and most of us were unprepared for this.  Gloves, scarves and warm trousers were needed at times, as well as woolly hats!  Don't expect wide availability of alcohlic drinks.  When available, wine and beer are quite expensive in most places apart from Aqaba.  We found the local wine, St George, to be very palatable.

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

This is a great trip which combines excellent cycling with the culture and historical sites of Jordan. Thoroughly recommended for those with a reasonable level of fitness who would like to combine some challenging cycling with the experience of this fascinating country.

Most Inspirational Moment

Looking out over the vast expanse of the site at Petra and imagining the multitude of people over many thousands of years who had walked the same path.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was excellent and provided a wealth of knowledge of the history of Jordan and of the whole of the middle east. In addition we had a great cycling guide - himself an international cyclist, able to make sure that the various needs and abilities of the group members were all catered for.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do it! Even if you have not done a cycling trip before, providing you have basic bike handling skills and a reasonable level of fitness you will be fine. The trip combines a good mix of up and down hill and exhilarating stretches of fast flat road.

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

This is a fabulous way to see Jordan since it’s such a small country and you can drive through it in a matter of days. I never imagined desert scenery could be so spectacular!

Most Inspirational Moment

On foot, it was coming to the end of the siqq to see the sun beaming through and the Treasury on the other side; it was a truly Indiana Jones moment! On the bike, it was the huge descent from Mount Nebo toward the Dead Sea, breaking around each hairpin and flying at about 30 mph on the straightaways. Both were awesome!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very knowlegeable guide and great cyclist. He made sure that the most fit got a great workout and the least fit enjoyed the cycling at their own pace. He never made anyone feel out of place, regardless of their ability.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Drink loads of water! I never had any pain or soreness because I drank a good 3 litres a day. And I'm not much of a cyclist.