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333 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

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A WEEK IN JORDAN

A fascinating and varied week with a great blend of culture and delicious food.

Most Inspirational Moment

Looking up at the stars in Wadi Rum. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny was a great leader.  Very proactive in terms of helping everyone on the tour, stepping in for example when I had received a terrible exchange rate at the airport!  Outstanding knowledge of Jordan and it's history and brilliant choice of restaurants.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I was worried about 'covering up' and took long sleeved tops and trousers and long shorts.   In fact, short sleeved t shirts and shorts (though obviously not too short) are fine when going round placed like Petra where there are lots of other tourists.  I would recommend lots of changes of clothes, particularly tops, and Petra is very dusty and you get pretty dirty... I wish I'd taken more.You don't need to take a sleeping bag for Wadi Rum - they have lots.  Mine took up half my suit case and I didn't really need it. You might want to take a sleeping bag liner and maybe a pillow case cover. If your guide suggests the boat trip in Aqaba I would definitely recommend it.  It was fantastic - lovely boat, snorkling if you fancy it and a really nice crew.

A WEEK IN JORDAN

This was such a perfect holiday.  I saw everything I wanted to see in Jordan and more.

Most Inspirational Moment

Petra had to be the highlight, but looking out from Mount Nebo and swimming in the Dead Sea were amazing too.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Khaled was simply fantastic.  Thoughtful, intelligent and passionate about introducing us to his country.  He struck an excellent balance between taking us round as a group and giving us time to explore separately.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book now!

A WEEK IN JORDAN

A true adventure, combining amazing sightseeing with swift immersion into the life and atmosphere of the Jordanian people and the Middle East. The whole experience being enhanced by the seamless arrangements of your local guide, driver and handling agents. 

Most Inspirational Moment

First view of The Treasury at PetraThe journey through the "secret" way into Petra led by the amazing lady Bedouin guideThe optional balloon trip over the desert in Wadi Rum (arranged at our request by Khalid our guide at a few hours notice)The genuine kindness and welcome offered by the Jordanian people, both young and old, everywhere we went.

Thoughts on Group Leader

5 *****. Very capable affable and in clear control of all aspects of the trip 

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take good light weight walking boots.

A WEEK IN JORDAN

So much more than expected. A guide who was passionate and informative about his Country meant that this trip was elevated from great to AMAZING.There’s so much more to Jordan than I realised, great food, respectful and friendly people, plus all the exceptional historical sites up close and personal.I can recommend that you reset your compass to Jordan.

Most Inspirational Moment

So many... Beautiful sunsets in the Wadi RumHot air Ballooning over the Wadi RumJerash...who knewand of course Petra

Thoughts on Group Leader

Khaled was great. He got the balance absolutely right. We had a mixed group with several interests and abilities, however he was able to satisfy the explorer in all of us. Nothing was too much trouble and his knowledge was boundless.

Advice for Potential Travellers

you'll need at least two t-shirts per day! It's hot and there's a fair amount of walking. Jordan is fairly westernised so whilst being respectful, shorts and t-shirts are fine for all.

A WEEK IN JORDAN

I can’t fault this trip!  Beautiful sights, amazing history and a wonderful group made this holiday one of the most memorable I’ve been on.  Also a huge thanks to both Danny and Sadam who took care of us during this tour – both informative and friendly!

Most Inspirational Moment

There were several moments during this trip which I will remember forever.  Floating in the dead sea and snorkelling of the boat in Aqaba were great fun.However the best bits for me were sitting around the camp fire listening to stories from Danny whilst looking at the gorgeous night sky in Wadi Rum and also getting to the viewpoint in Petra and looking out at everything.  Truly astonishing holiday.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny Haddad was a fantastic tour leader.  He was informative, friendly and passionate about the subject which made it all the more excellent.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I'd thoroughly recommend doing the snorkelling boat tour in Aqaba.  The lunch on the boat was wonderful - grilled fresh fish, fresh salad, potatoes...and then snorkelling off the boat was excellent.  Well worth the price! 

A WEEK IN JORDAN

A fantastic trip through Jordan.  Very well-paced to allow plenty of time in Petra and Wadi Rum.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking as a group in Petra without seeing any other tourists.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A great tour guide--professional, fun, and educational

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take this trip! Unlike others where you get a day in Petra, this trip allows for you to immerse yourself in this incredible city.

A WEEK IN JORDAN

An outstanding trip with a really good mixture of sights and activities.  The trip was very well organised and gave a great snapshot of Jordan.

Most Inspirational Moment

It has to be one of the following:The second day in Petra (walking in via an alternative route to the Siq and getting away from crowds then the High Place of Sacrifice).  That was topped off by also doing Petra at night. OrThe 4x4 trip round Wadi Rum combined with sleeping under the stars and a camel ride the next day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our tour leader, Khaled, was very good.  There were clearly some bits of the trip he is more enthusiastic about then others (he isn't a fan of Petra by night, for example) but he was always amusing, always helpful and had a good feel for (1) how much time to spend telling us about where we were and (2) the right amount of time to leave us alone to explore for ourselves.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go on this trip is the best answer I can give to the advice question.

A WEEK IN JORDAN

We have both travelled a lot, usually independently and outside Europe, but this is possibly the best one-week holiday either of us has been on. The itinerary is perfect for that length of time, as it incorporates iconic sights such as Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea; Jordan is an extremely welcoming and friendly country – all the more remarkable when you consider its neighbours; and the trip was outstandingly well run with a brilliant guide who was very knowledgeable and passionate about his country.

Most Inspirational Moment

We've been wanting to visit Petra for a long time, and the Treasury (the rock-hewn facade that everyone associates with the site) is absolutely stunning, however many pictures you may have seen before. However, we never realised how extensive the site is, and it is full of some of the most amazing man-made structures. The Monastery may be a long, steep and hot walk, but is well worth it, as is the second day hike to take a bird's eye view of Petra. Camping out under the stars at Wadi Rum was very memorable, but to add something that isn't always mentioned, we both enjoyed the boat trip from Aqaba and the surprisingly impressive reefs for snorkelling

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny was outstanding, and I'm fairly sure that everyone in our group felt the same, even if they don't get round to writing a review. He was extremely warm, friendly and approachable, and nothing was too much trouble. He has clearly been running the trip for some time as it went like clockwork, but Danny was still keen and enthusiastic to tell us about his great country and to make sure that everyone had a wonderful holiday. We had a great group and everyone got on really well, but I'm sure part of that was down to Danny's skill as a leader, making everyone feel welcome and included, and sorting out any minor problems almost before they occurred. 

Advice for Potential Travellers

You will receive plenty of warning about this at the time, but it's worth bearing in mind how long, tiring and potentially expensive the days in Petra can be. Going from the gate to the furthest extent, at the Monastery, is a very long way - and then you have to come back again! There is transport on offer, but it is broken down into stages, so if you didn't feel like walking at all, you would have to take a horse, then horse-drawn 'rickshaw', camel and finally donkey up the steps. The horse is included in the ticket price, but the operators still push hard for as big a tip as they can get. All the others are negotiable, but it could end up expensive if you don't bargain hard, and the heat means you end up climbing on that camel when you vowed you would never need one. 

A WEEK IN JORDAN

What a whirlwind, fabulous, amazing trip, made all the more special by a truly fab bunch of people and an enthusiastic group leader that was Danny, not to forget Sadam who was also great.    Brilliant trip – you will not regret it

Most Inspirational Moment

I thinking Petra has to be the icing on the cake for me.  The normal walk down through the siq is lovely and when you turn the last corner and treasury is in front of you, you will be amazed. Make sure you do the not so well advertised route to see the Treasury from above.  You have to walk past the kings tombs then start the climb straight up but you will be rewarded for your efforts with a fabulous view of the Treasury from above. The monastery and the high place of sacrifice are a must.  Rather than walk up the steps to the high place of sacrifice Danny & Sadam took us on a walk through the hills, it was a great climb and only  taxing in places.   We arrived at the same place but it was much more interesting.  We also got another fabulous look at the Treasury from above, looking down from yet another vantage point – which is a little hairy but good once you have done it. Everything was much easier when mountain goat Sadam was acting as a fall breaker.  If you can do it get someone to take out via the canyon and not the siq.  This was an amazing afternoon and yet another adventure, which has spurred me on to do more climbing.  There are a few places where we definitely needed the help of the local guy,  but definitely worth it for me.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Danny was excellent and made the trip – his knowledge was exceptional and he genuinely wanted us to have a great time.  Sadam the tourist policeman got involved and walked with us everywhere lending a much need handed when trying to get up steps etc. in Petra. They joined us in the evening and recommended places to eat and drink and Danny is most excellent at tying the jordanian scarfs.  5 stars ***** :-)

Advice for Potential Travellers

The Jordanian people are very welcoming and I never once felt uneasy.   Snacks and drinks are expensive in my opinion in  the tourist areas - but exceptionally cheap when you hit places like Madaba and other non-tourist villages/towns.  If I had to be critical I'd say the hotels were just  Okay.   Breakfast was not great (no fruit at all) - but it wasn't enough of an issue to even contemplate moaning. The hotels we were in, tended to have British plugs. Some of our group had issues with air con - it was about 36 degrees so we were hot at night.  Only one bite received, that was in the Bedouin camp.  Strange how there are no bugs! - Take some Deet for the camp and have a quick spray up.  

A WEEK OF DISCOVERING ANOTHER WORLD

A brief yet unforgettable journey into another land, a different way of life, and almost another time. Meeting the Bedouin people who remain untouched by greed for wealth despite daily contact with masses of humanity, and manage to remain happy and hospitable despite living such hard lives in inhospitable terrain, was quite a moving experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing 800 - odd steps up a steep cliff face in Petra, feeling exhausted and out of breath upon reaching the top, turning around fully and then discovering the massive stunning facade of El-Deir! A prize worth the hard climb uphill.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Knowledgeable, capable, kind, socially very responsible.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take plenty of spares for photographic equipment or electronic equipment in general. It is hard to come by and ridiculously expensive in Jordan.