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There is nothing I can say about Jordan that others who have travelled to this country have not said before.
We were a large group, 20 in all, age ranging from 20`s to 60`s but unusually with a large group we all got on so well together.
We started our trip with a visit to Jerash, nothing could have prepared us for the shear volume that was there with even more yet to be uncovered, absolutely fantastic to stand there in the footprints of these ancient people who created these wonders.
Onto the Dead sea, I thought it was going to warmer than it was but those of us who went in had a quick float around, a pity we could not see the sites in Israel over the other side of the sea as it was quite misty.
Petra was next for us, the Treasury was revealed to by a trick the guide (Zuhair) played on us and what a site, although this is really only a fraction of what is there.We spent 2 days walking around, up and over in awe at the scale and colours, every corner revealing another site or view to take your breath away.
Ah camping in the desert hold that thought, how romantic, after a 4×4 ride in the desert we climbed aboard our camels for a ride again into the desert. on our return dinner was prepared but due to a strong wind we ate inside a really smokey large tent. Those of us who brought along a sleeping bag did ok but the the temperature dropped and it was cold, yes it really was.
To complete our trip we moved onto Aqaba which was different again, much like many sea ports in the middle east.
I found this trip so enlightening and awe inspiring to be the best of the many I have been on with exodus, thank you.
This has to be the 2 days went spent in Petra.
Zuhair, what can I say about this man, He was amazing, funny, a story teller,always there for us as a group. A truly great reason to go on trips like this, Zuhair`s enthusiasm for his country and it`s people comes over so well
Travel to Jordan with an open mind and be prepared for a fantastic trip of discovery.
The trip ‘A Week in Jordan’ is an experience that can leave even the most literate and verbally gifted (‘gobby’) at a loss for the right words to describe it.
I was part of a 20-strong group that seemed to get on unusually well. There were some seriously seasoned travellers amongst us, yet we all came to the same conclusions, the same thoughts: time and again the destinations proved to be far larger and far grander than we had imagined.
Jerash (an introductory diversion I believed) turned out to be a wonder in itself. Huge in expanse, so intricately detailed in parts, and as yet still so unexplored.
In the West the word ‘Biblical’ is often used to describe something enormously significant – in Jordan ‘Biblical’ sites are dotted all around – like puzzle clues to a hidden image too big for the mind to grasp. The landscape becomes more than background. It becomes a fiery crucible on which you can imagine humans struggling and suffering just to stay alive through key moments in History. This is a land that does not seem ‘tamed’ by humans. I suspect this quality is a factor in why so many of the world religions have had their genesis nearby?
But that’s enough of the florid prose. Let us skip to the star of the show: Petra.
No images, no movie scenes (and there have been many) could ever capture the mind-blowing scale of this site. The famous ‘Treasury’ (as seen in Indiana Jones, Sinbad, The Mummy etc.) is just a particularly pretty door… that leads into a house of ancient wonders. The two days spent here are a lifetime investment.
Petra viewed from the Hills above.
Zuhair is (officially) the 8th Modern Wonder of the World.
1) Bring a sleeping bag ig going late in season to Wadi Rum (I stupidly did not, and died of cold). People cried. 2) Learn a handful of phrases (Thankyou etc.) - Jordanians are much more into politeness than most. 3) Try to convince yourself that you LOVE the 4.30 alarm call. Then go back to bed.
Very interesting week. Gave me a feeling of what the country is all about and a better perspective on the Middle East countries in general.
Snorkelling in the Red Sea. The coral reef and the fish were an unexpected delight. Very good boat trip.
Sami was very informative when he wanted to be. Obviosly very knowledeable but I think sufffreing from tourist fatigue. Some days I felt that he was just giving the blurb as he had done a million times before with no desire to promote a discussion or answer questions
Dont go to the 'Dinner at a Bedoin House' - just a nice earner for Sami and his mate.Huge price for a plate of rice and gristly lamb. Also make your own plans instead of the group Turkish bath as you will get individualised service. The facilities are not designed for 15 people at a time . Several of the group dinners were also backhanders to mates I think.
Petra had been on my wish list for years and didn’t disappoint. I hadn’t done my home work and was a bit surprised by the scale: a twelve mile walk including the Monastery.
Bizarrely, the night in the desert where we caught the first rain of the year: the idyll of sleeping out under the stars was replaced by the wet dog smell of a Bedouin tent.
Sami was extremely knowledgeable and very welcoming.
Enjoy everything : Jerash, the Dead Sea, mosaics at Madaba, snorkeling in the Red Sea. These were all bonuses on top of Petra. I never felt unsafe in Jordan.
Ana mabsoutah
Jordanians will invite you to sip their tea in shops, or even in their own houses. They'll blow goodbye kisses from far when you leave and say hi if you walk or drive past them. They absolutely love their home and they want you to be part of it. You'll eat the most delicious dips, mezze, sweetest sweets, and lamb (try Burak and Mutabal!). You'll smell and taste unique spices and parfumes in souks and busy markets. You can roam in the sheer cliffs and sweeping red dunes in Wadi Rum or hike till you drop in epic rose-red Petra, one of the seven wonders of the world. I personally found it a bit challenging to climb smooth surfaces or parts with small stones :P, but it's sooo rewarding in the end. And when you don't feel your legs anymore, just pop into an hammam and you'll feel refreshed and as smooth as a baby :) You will also admire well-preserved Roman sites, especially in Jerash, Islamic ruins and Bizantine mosaics. You can ride donkeys and camels and have a chat with the Bedouins. You can see how they cook, and you will be surprised when they'll ask for your facebook, lol :) You will also enjoy a holy atmosphere, in the religious sites cited in the Bible and the Holy Quran, and gaze over the promised land. It gives you an ethereal sense of wholeness which is hard to describe. You can also discover a multicoloured coral fringed world in Aqaba. I had never done snorkelling before, because of my fears of swimming, and it's absolutely gorgeous and jaw-dropping, soooo glad and proud I did it!
Sami was awesome, always professional but also fun to be with and very likeable.
Good hiking shoes, spirit of adventure, open-mindedness :)
For years I had wanted to experience Petra. This trip turned out to be about more than just Petra–it showcased Jordan–and in the process exceeded all expectations. Two days at Petra was a wonderful way to experience the site–mile after mile of hiking as the adventure unfolded, we learned about the history and people of the area. We had dinner in the home of a local family where we learned about the muslim religion and way of life. We got to experience a hammam, we enjoyed the luminaria evening at Petra complete with poetry and music. Unforgettable!
We got to experience the beauty of the desert in Wadi Rum and stay overnight in a beouin camp at full moon. The next morning, a camel ride at sunrise was magnificent and unforgettable.
Snorkeling in the Red Sea–couldn’t get enough of it. Swimming in the Dead Sea and taking the “mud cure”. Great experience and hilarious to be plastered with black mud. Bye bye wrinkles! Amman and Jerash–such a rich experience –the hisory, the local color, the wonderful people. A special surprise for me was a birthday cake and celebration–It was wonderful and never to be forgotten, thoughtful and much appreciated! There was so much going on–the pace was just right. We saw as much as could comfortable be fitted into the time we were together.
I loved the birthday surprise. I loved the horseback ride and the camel ride. I loved the"aha" moments that were constantly occurring.
Sami was excellent. He was extremely knowledgable, professional, intuitive, experienced and capable. I trusted him and felt safe. He was committed to us having the best experience possible. We loved meeting his daughters.
Expand your horizons. Experience your planet. Live in the moment. Learn thru new experiences and enjoy the inner and outer journey.
Eight unforgettable days in Jordan. Amman an the Citadel and Roman Amphitheater, Jeresh, ancient Roman City, the next World Heritage site. A swim in the Dead Sea with mudpack. Petra three nights and two days. Going to the high, mostly unvisited, places, in Petra. Wadi Rum – take me to the desert. Camel ride at sunrise. The Seven Pillars of Wisdom – Lawrence of Arabia. Aqaba and snorkeling in the Red Sea. Great tour leader, Sami. Great hotels. Great restaurants and food.
Climbing to the monastery, then continuing on to the best view in Jordan. Where Ghost played and sang a vey old song on his ud.
Sami has a PHD. He knows his facts. Sami told us of his land, history, and people in a very delightful, insightful, way. We got to meet some of his family, two of his girls. Being a tour leader is a challenge, it's like herding cats. Sami was a master at getting us involved. I will never forget my time with him in Jordan.
Take it in, open your mind, an stretch your comfort zone -- doing so makes you the most alive in this world. Jordan did this for me.
Brilliant highly packed week with pretty much the most of Jordan being seen.
Petra is incredible, could have spent more than two days there it's that big.
Very knowledgable and honest guide. Would recommend.
Just do it, worth going to. Even some of the smaller visits during the week such as mount Nebo and Kerak castle are well worth it.
Great country, friendly, safe, fascinating, a must-see place.
Petra is all they say it is.
Very knowledgeable & honest if a little jaded. Excellent English. Could have spent more time with us.
Be a good hill walker for Petra, especially if hot. Don't expect sophisticated hotel comforts. Ask your guide to spend longer at each stop.
Deciding to go on A Week in Jordan was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’d wanted to see Petra for a long time, but I had no idea there was so much else to do – from exploring Roman ruins and the Crusaders’ castle in Kerak, to snorkelling in the Red Sea and sleeping under the stars in the desert – the whole thing was amazing from start to finish.
The itinerary is jam packed full of tours and activities, but there is plenty of time to recover, relax and ease tired legs when you visit Wadi Rum and Aqaba.
Petra, Petra, Petra. It's a long walk from the entrance, down the Siq and to the Treasury, but the reward is worth it! The Treasury lit up by the morning sun is simply stunning and takes your breath away. Seeing it lit up in different colours at night was also a highlight of my trip.
Our guide Sami Itmeh was fantastic throughout. He was kind, funny, knowledgable and so so proud of his country and heritage. Our driver Khalid was also brilliant, making sure we were all ok, even though he didn't speak much English.
If you're looking at this trip and wondering if it's safe; if your friends and relative are joking about you being kidnapped by Isis/beheaded/becoming a Jihadi bride, DON'T LISTEN TO THEM! There is no trouble over there, I felt completely safe at all times, even more than I do at home (I live in London). The locals are proud of their country and it's tragic that so many are struggling because tourism has dropped by 75%. I even met one local who wanted Donald Trump to become the next US President because he thought he'd sort out a lot of the problems in the Middle East! Before going on this trip, I started to worry about what clothes to pack. There was so much conflicting advice on the internet - you can wear shorts, you can't wear shorts, you should keep your arms covered, you don't need to keep your arms covered. One even said you should keep your wrists, ankles and neck covered. I am a 35 year old woman and I wore 3/4 length trousers and short sleeved t-shirts everyday. I didn't notice anyone looking at me like I was dressed inappropriately and I never felt underdressed or uncomfortable. I carried a shirt with me everyday just in case, but I didn't wear it once.