Most Inspirational Moment
Petra. Dead Sea swim and mud. River Jordan looking over to the Occupied Territories
Thoughts on Group Leader
Abdullah was great. Helpful, knowledgeable and anticipated our questions
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A Week in Jordan
Good itinerary.
Do yourself a favour, book the trip to Jordan. You won't regret it.
Jordan is an incredible country filled with breathtaking landscapes, delicious food, and welcoming people.
There is no better way to get to know a country than by talking to its people. Our group was privileged to have Amer with us. Amer is a skilled storyteller and a encyclopedia of knowledge. He encouraged us to ask questions and didn’t shy away from providing honest answers. Beyond his historical knowledge, Amer has a deep love for his country. He is proud to be Jordanian and that passion radiates in every conversation and in every place we visited. I count myself very fortunate to have experienced Jordan through Amer’s eyes.
I am a seasoned traveler and Jordan is one of my top three favourite trips ever. I encourage anyone who has thought about visiting Jordan to book the trip now. You won’t regret it.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group was privileged to have Amer with us. Amer is a skilled storyteller and a encyclopedia of knowledge. His history lessons were detailed and he pushed us to rethink what we, as Westerners, have been taught about the Middle East. He encouraged us to ask questions and didn’t shy away from providing honest answers. Beyond his knowledge of history, Amer has a deep love for his country. He is proud to be Jordanian and that passion radiates in every conversation, in every place we visited, in all the lessons he gave us. I count myself very fortunate to have experienced Jordan through Amer’s eyes.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I have never felt safer traveling than I have in Jordan. I walked the busy streets of Amman’s downtown at 11:30 pm alone and wasn’t looking over my shoulder or holding on to my bag too tightly, as I do in many North American cities. I left my bag with phone and wallet on lounge chairs as I swam in the Red Sea and the Dead Sea with no reservation.
A Week in Jordan
The guide Amer was just the best, very knowledgeable humorous and helpful. The hotels were good for on-the-move stays. History in abundance with guides storeys. Comfortable transport with WiFi.
Most Inspirational Moment
Jeras Roman city Petra the city and temples and the challenging hikes to the sites on top of the mountains Wadi Rum.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very good leader very knowledgeable and humorous he made the trip a success.
A Week in Jordan
Well organised tour, with a great variety of highlights from scenic Wadi Rum to Petra and Jarash.
Most Inspirational Moment
Quoting a fellow traveller, 'every day was a highlight'. Due to the variety of sites visited and activities, impossible to chose one or two highlights. Entire trip was fantastic!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amer is a first class guide; one of the best small group tour guides we have met. Well organised and an outstanding speaker; informative and engaging, talking to the group about the places we visited, the background stories and life in Jordan. We were a group of curious, like-minded travellers and Amer was always happy to answer our questions, even if they were about difficult subjects. I learnt a lot and gained a different perspective. The benefit of travelling.
Wonderful holiday
What an amazingly beautiful country Jordan is. I would encourage anyone to visit. The tour took in a wide range of activities- history and religion, beautiful vistas and walks, local experience such as a hammam and meal with family (many were concerned this may feel exploitive but in truth you dinned as you would in a restaurant and was a nice alternative) . The drive round the desert was breathtaking, and sitting by a camp fire as the skies darkened in Wadi Rum memorable. The tour was not unduly fast paced allowing for down time – which for me is essential as a break from work. Jordan felt safe and welcoming – sadly empty because of conflict that doesn’t really touch Jordan (for tourists ) despite its proximity – so both wonderful to have places like Petra to oneself (almost) but heartbreaking to see the impact on a country and it’s people.
Most Inspirational Moment
The whole trip was one inspiring moment after the other, so hard to have a highlight. A varied well paced tour with lots of different activities - but optional extras could be declined if so wished by any traveller, allowing you to tailor your trip to your preferences.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader, Amer , couldn't have been better. His passion and love for his country shone through as he shared his stories and history about all of the sites we visited. He integrated into the group so well, putting a bunch of strangers at their ease and facilitating the group's cohesion. I particularly liked that he would share his knowledge and insight of a place and then allow us to explore in our own time - so you could do something at your pace and choice without feeling you were on a school outing. He encouraged us to remember our fellow travelers and that each of us would want different things and go at different paces. I cannot recommend him more highly.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I would encourage a visitor to arrive a day early to enjoy wandering round the markets in Amman (hotel well placed in downtown for this). If you are debating whether to go or not - do book - you won't regret it! Don't pack binoculars - they will hold up your luggage, may be confiscated or held by hotel whist you stay. More hassle then its worth
A Week in Jordan
It was very well organised. From booking, being met at the airport, transfers and an excellent guide.
Most Inspirational Moment
All of it.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Amer went above and beyond. Probably the best guide I've experienced on such tours. His knowledge was comprehensive and yet he could switch into a more social mode when necessary, he put group members at ease about any and all situations and even accompanied members when they wanted to do something like shopping for a specific item, even if it was outside his allocated time.
A Week in Jordan
Everything is planned and organised so you don’t have to worry about anything – much easier than trying to organise it on your own,.
Most Inspirational Moment
The High Place of Sacrifice - on Mikhled's advice we did a circular route up and down, which meant we saw much more, and we met very few other people.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was very knowledgeable and could answer any questions we had. He got on with everyone in the group, and helped those who needed a hand for support etc. He was very helpful regarding when we needed to tip for things not covered by the kitty, how to negotiate with sellers etc. He seemed to know everyone, wherever we went, so I felt we were in safe hands. An all-round excellent leader.
A Week in Jordan
Such a diverse trip, with culture, information and amazing sites
Most Inspirational Moment
The hiking (optional) on the outskirts of Petra away from the main sites (specifically the hike to the monastery and the High place of Sacrifice), Witnessing a baptism in the river Jordan at Bethany, Learning about the Jordanian principles and way of life from our guide Mikhled, and mud-bathing at the Dead Sea.
Thoughts on Group Leader
A passionate, committed and very knowledgeable guide. We also enjoyed getting to know and understand the Jordanian way of life through his descriptions and interactions.
A Week in Jordan
Great programme, excellent guide – Ibrahim. Exodus really put customer service first. From the first telephone call to being met at the airport and our amazing tour guide throughout the trip. The personal touch really makes a difference.
Most Inspirational Moment
Snorkelling in the Red Sea and floating in the Dead Sea
Thoughts on Group Leader
Everything you could possibly want from a guide!
A Week in Jordan
Great guide, very informative tour and well organised
Most Inspirational Moment
Petra extra day to allow time to climb to High Place as well as Monestary previous day and Petra by night. Also overnighted in Wadi Rum
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent - went over and above to meet all our needs. Was excellent at dealing with a couple of difficult clients and managed the situation well to ensure everyone had the best time