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An all around excellent tour
Experiencing the foods eaten by the everyday Jordanian - the best falafel, the spice shop, Turkish coffee, fresh picked strawberries, dinner with the Jordanian family and getting acquainted with them.
Muayad Mismar took care of each member of the group as though they were the only participant, while still creating a great team atmosphere. His enthusiasm for his country was infectious.
My first trip with Exodus. I had high expectations but the reality exceeded them all. Jordan is a fascinating country. Every day of the trip was packed with experiences and each day was distinctly different from the one before. The landscapes were dramatic and varied. We would be shopping for fruit in a market one minute and visiting a Roman theatre the next. The food was a real treat too. All the Jordanian people we met were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I thought I would visit Jordan the once and move on to visit other places but I left wanting to return.
I thought it would be Petra but I think that was pipped by being in Wadi Rum by a fire, drinking Jordanian coffee and being able to converse with a Bedouin man who had lived through such a period of change.
Absolutely outstanding. The experience was totally enhanced by his knowledge and passion about the history and culture. Great sense of humour and Mouyad worked tirelessly to ensure that we had the best possible experience. It was my first trip with Exodus and I will be amazed if I encounter another guide as good.
If you go in August, don’t bother with walking boots. I didn’t wear mine because it was too hot.
This is definitely the trip to do to discover the best of what Jordan has to offer in just 1 week. From camping in the red sand deserts of Wadi Rum to modern comfort relaxing by the Dead Sea, to spending two incredible days exploring the famous Petra, to local food, cooking classes, dinner with a local family and exploring the sights of Amman and Aqaba, this trip has it all!
Every single day! We absolutely loved camping in Wadi Rum - the tents were amazing, the food was incredible, there were so many stars. We loved the 4x4 ride, the campfire outside, the red sand, the sand dunes and the 3-4000 year old graffiti Our tour guide was Muayad and he was exceptional. He made us feel at home in Jordan and treated us like family. Muayad took us to all the local places to eat, staying away from the tourist traps. He taught us so much about Jordan, and really treated us all like individuals, helping each and every one of us.
Muayad brought Jordan alive for us, this is honestly one of the best trips I have ever done, Jordan has such an incredible amount to offer. Muayad's knowledge and passion for Jordan really shone through and he really tried his best to make everything perfect for us. Best tour guide ever!
Don't look any further, book this trip!
This is my first Exodus trip and definitely will not be my last. I always preferred organising all my travelling myself but I'm going to book through Exodus every time now. It was stress and hassle free. We were helped right from the very start when we arrived at the airport, right up to when we went through security at the airport on our last day. Every single member of Exodus staff we met in Jordan were fantastic, so friendly and always ready to help. We're already looking to book our next Exodus trip!
A well organised trip visiting the main highlights of Jordan in a week. We had a great guide, Nuwar Jodeh, who shared with us her vast knowledge or Jordan and its history. The accommodation on the whole was great and we were well looked after in the hotels with regards to food and services. Also there was time to relax when visiting the Red and Dead Seas. Nuwar and our driver ensured we had a magical tour discovering the highlights of this amazing country. I had the pleasure of sharing it with a great group of people too.
Visiting the Treasury at Petra. The site itself is vast with lots of historical sights to see which did involve a lot of walking and climbing up steps, however everyone was free to do as they wished so no pressure to walk miles if you didn't want to.
Nuwar our group leader was brilliant, she looked after us and ensured we had the best time during our stay in Jordan. She was very organised and was flexible when requests were made to adjust our schedule, eg leaving the hotel earlier to visit Petra when the weather was a bit cooler and before the crowds arrived.
Ensure you bring some good walking shoes (boots not necessary), to ensure you enjoy the walks, and a rucksack/bag for the overnight stay in Wadi Rum.
A great holiday for those who want to experience this country and all it has to offer in a short space of time.
This trip was phenomenal. Every day, we were treated to incredible adventures, experiences to last a life time. An action packed week with a brilliant group of kind, fun people who for that week became your family in Jordan. Ayyad, the tour leader was brilliant. I booked this one week before, literally looked in the brochure and thought ok this sounds good. A mix of adventure, culture. With no expectations, I was blown away. The entire group said ‘I’m wowed out’, then Ayyat will say look up and again, mesmerised. Jordan was a dream. The experiences were sensational, breath-taking. Exodus organisation was fantastic. You turn up and enjoy, leave the organisation etc to them. Your job is to enjoy the experience, be present and soak it all in. Returned from here with the blues for three weeks. A magical week. Go, go, go. Something for everyone!
Every day, from waking hearing the morning prayer, the city of Petra, the bus journeys watching the contrast of landscapes change hour by hour. Jerash, the hikes for two days in Petra were out of this world, chilling at the high place of sacrifice. The Jordan Canyon, wow. Watermelon, the juiciest ever on the side of the road. Wadi Rum, the jeeps, camels, camping, stars. Mesmerised took be back to Africa. Sunrise in the desert. A lot of spiritual energy here. Dinner with the Jordanian family. The Bakery and the charming Lawrence on the way to WadiRum, Wadi Rum train station. We covered so much, oh and the Dead sea, wow, wow, wow. This trip is what you make of it, eyes wide open. An enrichening soul journey.
Fantastic sunny disposition of Ayyad. A fountain of knowledge. If only I could remember a 1/4 of what he shared. The takeaway was to be present, put the phone away and experience Jordan with all your senses. Ayyad went out of his way to provide our group with a trip which we'll all remember fondly. Months later the group are in touch. Ayyad knew the best way to do things with his insight, the right routes in Petra, the added touched, surprises on the trip. Thank you!
Go, go, go. Pack your hiking boots, not trainers as the walks are long, better support in proper boots. Pack linen. Don't forget small day bag for the hikes etc and a bag to put your nits in for the one night camping. Be open minded, no expectations and flow. It is well organised, all you have to do is book it, pack and arrive on time at the airport. It felt like a longer holiday than one week, we covered so much. Absolutely fantastic.
It was my first trip with Exodus. For ten years my hiking group often referred to them. I've always travelled solo and organised all my adventures myself around the world, it was always stressful and I felt I was always looking over my shoulder. This was a first to to go with a group, all independents in the group, two couples and so much fun not having to think about where you'll be staying, will you feel safe etc. The group got on so well. Everything is taken care of, it was simply 'one of a kind' and now I will go with Exodus again. Why did I ever leave it so long to request an Exodus brochure. Sitting in the garden for one hour, flicking through the brochure and landing on Jordan resulted in a life-changing holiday.
The trip only lasted a week, but Jordan is not a big country, and the itinerary is well planned – busy, but with some down time – so you can fit so much in without feeling rushed. There is so much more than “just” Petra. Wadi Rum – the site for Lawrence of Arabia’s gathering of the tribes, and location for the film (and for “The Martian”, the live action “Aladdin”, and “Dune”) – is spectacular. Floating in the Dead Sea is a unique experience, and the biblical, Roman, and Crusader sites are all fascinating.
The first sight of the Treasury in Petra is always going to be a moment to remember; the biblical sites of Mt Nebo, where Moses had his view of the Promised Land, and Bethany where John baptised Jesus, are very moving, even if you are not religious; and Wadi Rum, with its historical significance and wonderful stars viewed from round the campfire, is unforgettable.
Ayyad was the perfect host for Jordan. He was kind, patient, funny, knowledgeable, and efficient, and did everything possible to ensure that all went as planned. He kept us well updated on the itinerary for each day and the next, so we knew what to expect. As well as suggesting good restaurants for dinner, he arranged a couple of excellent lunches - a picnic and a bakery visit - and generally smoothed the way, to allow us to enjoy the country to the maximum. Special thanks also due, as Ayyad was also very good at looking out for my son who has a sesame allergy, as sesame is used a lot in Jordanian food.
Late May is very hot, so make sure you drink enough water; starts are early (but then you can go to bed early too); ATMs are not as hard to find as expected; make sure you have good walking shoes - you will need them; Petra is a very large site - the Treasury is just the start - and has lots of steps to the Monastery and High Place of Sacrifice, so make sure you pace yourself.
Jordan exceeded our expectations: more friendly, more fun, the sights more inspiring - there is just something “more” every day. Go for it, and enjoy.
This was a much more interesting holiday than I thought it was going to be. The main reason I joined this trip was, of course, to see Petra – and that didn’t even turn out to be my favourite part! (Wadi Rum was). There was a good mix of everything from exploring historical landmarks to enjoying some more resort-y like rest and activities. I probably can’t offer anything new to what has been posted here already but I will say that for most of you this will be your only time in Jordan, so explore every opportunity – sign up for the extras. Little Petra – worth it. Camel ride – worth it. Bethany beyond the Jordan (where Jesus was baptised) – worth it. Do all of it – Jordan is a really interesting country with some great history. It will definitely make you want to get your bible out again as you visit numerous places you’ve only read about in the Old Testament.
I would say that, despite our group getting on really well, a group size of 20 is probably too much. It does become difficult to please everyone and can become a bit frustrating. I have to take my hat off to our guide Nuwar who, over the week, managed the group exceptionally well and remained calm throughout.
Top tip – best time for a photo of the Treasury at Petra is towards the end of the day. There’s hundreds of people there in the morning and virtually no-one at around 4 or 5 o’clock. Also, use your second day to walk the Al Khubta trail to the viewpoint above the Treasury.
Not sure about inspired, but the most rewarding part was the climb up to the Monastery at Petra. It's a tough, sweaty walk and you have to be careful on your feet but it's absolutely worth it. It was sad to see donkeys trudging miserably up and down those steps all day, especially when carrying people who looked twice the size of the animal. I would please discourage anyone from hiring a donkey to take you up and down to the Monastery. For me, it just looked too cruel.
Brilliant group leader. Nuwar left us in no doubt that she knew an awful lot about the history of everywhere we visited and enthusiastically tried to share all of it with us. Might have been a bit much for some of us to take in but still, the enthusiasm was greatly appreciated. I always think that people overlook just how difficult a job it is to be a guide. We forget that not only do they soak up a huge amount of knowledge but they also do it in another language. Sometimes more than one. It is a tremendous skill which I think is often undervalued. Additionally, and like the best group leaders I've experienced before, Nuwar was on hand to offer advice on places to eat in the evenings and was also prepared to join in socially. At that point the leader becomes more than a guide and instead becomes a friend and it is that quality that makes the difference between a good trip and a great trip. Thank you Nuwar. I hope you bring happiness to many future groups.
I wish I'd have gone a day earlier to have a more in depth look around Ammam before the trip started and to avoid the extremely late arrival on day one. As it happened, I couldn't on this occasion but I would recommend others to do so if they can. Take waterproof shoes or slip-ons for when you go to Aqaba and the Dead Sea. The sand is very hot and the pebbles aren't designed for people with delicate feet. The trip will involve some quick stops for lunch. Try the local food. Our leader was all too happy to pull over at recommended stops for shawarma or falaffel. There are limited places (two, officially) to buy alcohol in Petra. One is at the Cave Bar down by the visitors centre. They promote themselves as the oldest bar in the world (although that's debatable). Just in case it is, drop in for a pint so you can say you drank at the oldest bar in the world but beware, beer is about £10 a pint. For budding photographers - take a tripod into the desert with you. I tried to do a hyperlapse of the sunset and had to balance my camera in my shoe. As expected, not the best result.
For anyone eating at a restaurant which has camel on the menu and who fancies giving it a go, I can tell you it tastes like beef.
The itinerary is well thought out and the pace was good. The beauty of Petra and peacefulness of Wadi Rum have to be experienced. No words can really describe them. Our group also got along very well. It was a pleasure to travel with them.
The side trips to Bethany, Little Petra, …etc. were all interesting. Maybe they should be part of the main itinerary.
Water was available on the bus but we were not always with the bus, e.g. when we were in Petra for 3 days. So we ended up buying a lot of bottled water.
Hotel in Amman was barely a 3 star hotel if one is kind. Since we spent 3 nights in Petra, it would be nice if the level of accommodation is slightly improved. It was not a problem for me but one has to set the right level of expectation.
Two activities that I would have liked to do but was unable to do so were:
1) night visit at Petra: there was no notice about it. When someone asked as we were approaching Petra, the guide mentioned if we were to go, we had to go that night because it was not offered every night. I couldn’t go with such short notice.
2) hot air ballon over the desert: I really wanted to do this and kept asking every day about booking it. The guide kept saying he couldn’t book until the day before. When he finally called, it was booked out 2 weeks from that day. I hope Exodus would offer this WAY AHEAD of the trip so the guests could book before the trip even began.
See Petra between the gorges was amazing!
Our guide Ayyad was personable, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.
See above on night visit to Petra and hot air ballooning. Middle Easterners like to bargain so you can try bargaining for everything. In fact, you are expected to bargain! The plugs in the Bedouin camp are ONLY British 3 prong plugs, no European plugs. So bring converters if you are not from UK. Remember to bring your own towels for that night! I went diving at Aqaba instead of snorkeling. You can arrange it by yourself ahead of time and the diver shop personnel will meet you at the gate to the beach. Sadly, the coral life is much damaged by global warming but seeing the undersea cables to Egypt was cool. If you tip for any good service, give cash. A lot of the owners take the tips from the servers if they are on the credit card. Do go outside the hotel for meals. They are cheaper and tastier than the hotel food. Petra Museum is worth a visit. Dead Sea Museum is not worth it for the display but the view is amazing. Just remember Uber will take you up there but there is no Uber coming down. So negotiate the round trip before you go up.
Thank you to everyone who made this trip fun and enjoyable.
This trip exceeded my expectations! I have always wanted to go to Petra, but all the other stops proved just as wonderful. It was a fast-paced busy trip but well worth it.
This is the kind of trip that will stay with me for a while. From the Roman ruins at Jerash, to the first glimpse of the Treasury at Petra, to the night sky with a thousand stars at Wadi Rum, to the final night at the Dead Sea with the warm sea air, it was truly an inspirational and unforgettable journey.
Muayad was amazing, and one of the best, if not the best, tour leader I have had. His love of his country shines through in everything he says and does. He has so much knowledge and was so willing to share it all with us. But, besides that, it was all the little things he did to make our trip so special. He took us to the out of the way places for lunches, snacks, etc. We had the true local flavor. We were always being surprised with little treats and special foods to try. He arranged for us to have a beautiful picnic, which ended up being a highlight for most of us on the trip. In addition, he developed relationships and jokes with everyone. He took the time to get to know each of us personally, as well as join in with us a group. He took control when needed to, and joked with us at other times. I feel very fortunate to have had him as a guide and I know that he made an already incredible trip even better.
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Jordan, spectacular Jordan. What a beautiful and fascinating country: ancient and modern history galore, archeology, glorious landscapes, delicious food and wonderful people. And camels. Oh, how I love 🐪.
The trip with Exodus was absolutely first-class. Brilliantly organised and with the most superb tour leader (see below).
If only the trip had been longer!
Where to start? There were so many. Was it entering Jerash (Gerasa) through Hadrian's gate, arriving at the forum and walking down the seriously impressive colonnaded cardo maximus? No, but this was still right up there in terms of sights and moments! As was the view across the Jordan Valley and the West Bank from Mount Nebo where, according to the Bible, Moses saw the Promised Land. Was it walking through the Siq, the narrow gorge that is the entrance to Petra, and, glimpsing the magnificent Treasury, lit up in the morning sun? Utterly beautiful and mesmerising - and almost the most inspirational! The most stirring and sublime of moments (in a trip full of such moments), however, was the desert splendour of Wadi Rum. The extraordinarily beautiful rock formations, sand dunes and canyons; the ancient inscriptions and petroglyphs carved on boulders and cliffs; the glorious sunset; running down sand dunes; camel riding; camping in the desert; the silence of the desert night and the vast star-filled sky.
Muayad Mesmar was absolutely wonderful. So kind, so knowledgeable, such fun. His knowledge of Jordanian and regional history was so impressive - akin to that of a history professor! At every point in the trip, at every bend in road, Muayad had fascinating stories and information to share.. be it on the Hejaz railway during the Arab Revolt, olive pressing at Crusader castles, the health properties of the Dead Sea....as well as on chickpea plants and Jordan's horned hyenas! In addition to being absolutely brilliant in his knowledge of Jordan's history, archeology, flora and fauna, landscapes and peoples, and sharing stories in such an engaging way, Muayad was also the most generous, kind and thoughtful of tour leaders. From buying us cardamon-infused coffees and Jordanian sweets on our first morning and falafels one lunchtime, to organising a picnic with a view over the Jordan Valley, replete with walnut-stuffed baby aubergines (never has there been, nor will there ever be, a more yummy picnic ingredient!), Muayad definitely went way above and beyond a tour leader's call of duty. And when I realised half-way down the King's Highway, that I'd idiotically left my passport, some cash and my Kindle back in my hotel-room safe in Amman, Muayad worked wonders, made some phone calls and, less than 24-hours later, they were delivered safely, at no cost, to the hotel at our next stop, Petra. So, not only is Muayad the best tour leader, he's also a magician.
Yes, and it's simple! Do this trip!
Thank you for a wonderful, wonderful, wonderful trip.
