The Bedouin Trail
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We start this trip with a short half day city tour of Amman, one of the oldest cities in the world, inhabited since the Bronze Age. On day 02 of our trip we drive north to Jerash, regarded as one of the most important and best preserved Roman cities in the Middle East, Hidden for centuries in sand before being excavated and restored over the past 70 years.
The Dana to Petra Trek is a part of the national Jordan Trail, and considered as one of the most beautiful hikes worldwide. The Dana to Petra Trek of the Jordan Trail was rated as one of the world’s 15 best hikes by National Geographic. Hike across spectacular scenery in southern Jordan, immerse yourself in local hospitality and the heritage of the wild desert, and see Petra, one of the seven new world wonders.
Post the trek we will climb Um Ad Dami, at more than 1800 metres, the highest peak in Jordan, offering you a whole new perspective of the desert from its summit. To the South you can see the border to Saudi Arabia, to the North Jebel Rum (next to Rum village). Later relax in Wadi Rum!
Explore the town of Madaba and discover the amazing Byzantine mosaics excavated from throughout the town. See the ‘Madaba Map’, the oldest preserved mosaic map of the Holy Lands. Drive to Mount Nebo and wonder at the view where Moses looked across to the Promised Land. Float in the salty water of the Dead Sea.
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Family
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Sightseeing
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Activity Level Tough
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Group Size Medium Group
All about the The Bedouin Trail.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit Jerash, regarded as one of the most important and best preserved Roman cities in the Middle East.
- 5 days on one of the world’s most beautiful hiking trails.
- Walk through 4 biosphere climates in the Dana Nature Reserve.
- Take the road less traveled to enter the ancient city of Petra.
- Climb the highest mountain in Jordan, Um Ad Dami
- Explore the town of Madaba & float on the Dead Sea.
FACTFILE:
- Type of Tour : Treks & Walks
- Grade : Tough
- Tour Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days
- Trek Duration : 05 Nights / 06 Days
- Ex-Destination : Amman
- Accommodation (Nights) : Hotel – 03; Camping – 03; Bedouin Camp – 02; Lodge – 01
- Food Plan : 09 Breakfasts, 06 lunches and 09 Dinners.
- Travel & Transport : All transport during the walking program including the main airport transfers to/from
- Requisite Group Size : 10 pax
The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
1.Accommodation (on twin / multiple sharing basis):
2.Food: 09 Breakfasts, 09 nights dinners and 06 picnic lunches.
3. Travel:
- One group Meet and assist at Amman Airport on arrival and departure.
- Transportation as per itinerary in a private vehicle (Minivan / 10 seater van / 18 seater Small bus).
4. Others:
- English speaking licensed tour guide for whole tour.
- Local hiking guide with a donkey for safety measures on days 04 – 06.
- Entrance fees to all of the sites in the trip plan.
- Free collective visa to Jordan (full passport details must be received 14 days before arrival) for non restricted nationalities.
- Lunch box and water on hiking days.
- Mattress and blankets provided for the nights in the wilderness. (Note: due to hygiene reasons we don’t provide sleeping bags).
- Luggage transfer.
- 03 Nights camping in the wilderness.
- 02 hours jeep tour in Wadi Rum.
- Dead Sea entrance with lunch.
- Bedouin Tent while camping for 10+ pax.
- Transfer to/from Umm Ad Dami mountain in Wadi Rum.
- Local / Bedouin escort guide during the hike on Day 08.
- 1-hour sunrise camel ride in Wadi Rum.
- One experienced Tour Leader from Countryside Adventure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
Whats not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
- Goods and Services Tax as applicable.
- International flight fares.
- Water with meals at hotels and restaurants.
- Meals not mentioned in the meal plan.
- Hiking gear
- Any expenses of personal nature such as mineral water, laundry, liquor, etc.
- Any kind of insurance such as travel, accident, theft, medical, evacuation, etc.
- Tips to hotel staff, driver, guide, etc.
- Any extra costs incurred due to extension/change of the itinerary because of natural calamities, flight delays, road blocks, vehicle breakdown, etc. factors beyond the control of “Countryside Adventure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.” and its associates.
- Items not specified in the above in “Cost Includes”.
- Day 1 Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport – Amman Hotel – Half Day Amman City Tour
- Day 2 Amman - Jerash (1 hr) – Dana (4 hrs)
- Day 3 Dana - Hike from Dana Village to Feynan / Wadi Ghweir Area (Hiking Distance – 16 km)
- Day 4 Wadi Ghweir - Hike from Wadi Ghweir to Furon / Ras Al Feid (Hiking Distance - 16 km)
- Day 5 Furon - Hike from Furon to Ghbour Whedat (Hiking Distance - 17 km)
- Day 6 Ghbour Whedat - Hike from Ghbour Whedat to Little Petra (Hiking Distance – 14 km)
- Day 7 Little Petra - Hike from Little Petra to Petra (Hiking Distance – 14 km) – Petra (Standard Route)
- Day 8 Petra - Hike Jabal UM AD Dami - Around 2 Hour Jeep tour - Wadi Rum
- Day 9 Wadi Rum - Sunrise Camel Ride - Madaba - Mount Nebo - Dead Sea
- Day 10 Dead Sea - Dead Sea Experience - QAIA
Accommodation
- Accommodation (on twin / multiple sharing basis) in Lodges, 3 star hotel, Campsite and 5 star hotel.
Many nationalities can get a visa for Jordan at the airport or at the Sheikh Hussein crossing. However, the Allenby/King Hussein Bridge crossing and the Arava Border crossing do not issue visas. Visa requirements for Jordan are shown on the Jordan Tourism Board Website. The entry visa to Jordan is 40 JD, and must be paid in Jordanian Dinar. There are currency exchanges and an ATM at the ports of entry. Please refer to your itinerary for questions about visas as this has already been planned for by your travel specialist.
Although the following vaccinations are recommended for most travelers to Jordan, before traveling talk with your health care professional about the current information and requirements for vaccinations:
- Diphtheria & Tetanus – single booster recommended if you ’ ve had none in the previous 10 years,
- Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps & Rubella, Polio, Typhoid, Yellow fever – vaccination is required for entry into Jordan for all travelers over one year of age if coming from infected areas such as sub-Saharan Africa, and parts of South America.
You should carry along an adequate supply of any prescribed medications you may require while traveling. Prescription medicines should always be carried in your hand luggage (not in checked baggage) in their original, labeled containers only. Travelers with physical disabilities and those who require frequent or ongoing medical attention should advise us of their health situation at the time of booking.
The currency in Jordan is the Jordanian Dinar (JD) – known as the jaydee, which is made up of 1000 fils. You will sometimes hear piastre or girsh, which are both 10 fils (10 qirsh equals 100 fils).
Try to change larger notes as often as possible at larger restaurants and when paying your hotel bill. Changing money is very easy in Jordan, and most major currencies are accepted in cash and travelers cheques. US dollars are the most accepted, followed by UK Pounds and Euros.
ATMs abound in all but the smaller towns. Visa is the most widely accepted card followed by MasterCard. Other cards, such as Cirrus, AMEX, and Plus, are also accepted by many ATMs. Although credit cards are widely accepted, cash is still king here.
Jordan has a hot, dry climate characterized by long, hot, dry summers and short, cool winters. The climate is influenced by Jordan’s location between the subtropical aridity of the Arabian desert areas and the subtropical humidity of the eastern Mediterranean area.
January is the coldest month, with temperatures from 5°C to 10°C. During the colder months of November – March there is rain and potentially snow in January and February. Pack accordingly!
August is the hottest month at 20°C to 35°C. Daily temperatures can be very hot, especially in the summer; on some days it can be 40°C or more. Because of this, it is very important to stay hydrated when you visit Jordan, especially if you plan on going on adventures to some of Jordan’s many wadis. We recommend bringing a reusable bottle with you.
Middle Eastern food is world famous! Make sure to try a variety of dishes. Jordanian food can be found at several restaurants from Mansaf (lamb and rice with yogurt sauce) to Mezze (mix of salads) to Manageesh (flat bread with different toppings) to Falafel and Schwerma sandwhiches (meat sandwhich in flat bread).
Market stalls are full of fresh produce that literally arrives within hours of having been picked. A wide variety of foods and vegetables at reasonable prices can be found at the local markets and supermarkets. Although fruits and vegetables are considered safe to eat, remember to wash all produce bought in open-air markets before eating.
Although some of the locals drink the tap water, it is recommended to drink bottled water. It is all right to shower and brush your teeth using tap water.
Eating Out:
Amman in particular boasts a variety of chain restaruants from all over the world. If you are wanting to take a break from Arab food, you can easily find not only fast food options, but excellent burger places, pizza, and basic western foods.
In addition to the basics, there is a growing restaurant scene in Amman. Before visiting spend a little time on Trip Advisor to find the latest in the food scene, or ask us for recommendations.
There are also excellent options available for vegetarian eaters. Although largely it is still a new concept in Jordan so be sure to ask questions when ordering.
Clothing:
In Amman and other cities conservative clothing is a good idea out of respect to the culture, particularly if you want to visit any religious sites. Women should have clothing that covers their shoulders and reaches their ankles. Men should wear trousers and cover their shoulders. In Petra, Dead Sea, Aqaba beach resorts, and Wadi Rum people are used to seeing tourists and a more relaxed dress code is acceptable.
Due to hot temperatures in the summer months, clothing of lightweight fabric (such as cotton) is most appropriate, including slacks and open neck shirts for men and daytime dresses, slacks, and blouses for women. Few men wear jackets and ties in the summer, except for business and other more formal occasions. It is suggested that you also pack a sweater or lightweight jacket for cooler evenings.
Highly recommended is packing sunglasses, a lightweight (fold-up) sun hat with brim, a reusable water bottle, and sun block. A swimsuit and beachwear will be appropriate for the Dead Sea resorts and Aqaba.
In the winter, you will need warmer clothing, including an overcoat, sweater, raincoat, hat, good socks, and warm hat and gloves.
If you wear prescription glasses or contact lenses, we recommend that you bring an extra pair of glasses (as well as a copy of the prescription).
Shoes:
A pair of comfortable, soft-soled walking shoes is suggested for touring (even in the summer months when sandals and open shoes are acceptable.) Pack a pair of nice shoes for evenings out.
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