This journey to Jordan is perfect for those who like to enjoy their travel slowly. Slow Jordan is a privately-chauffered suggested tour that does precisely that, gently meandering around the cultural delights of this magical destination.
You spend three or four nights in many places rather than two, so you have more time to sit back and relax rather than jump from one experience to another. This will mean spending a morning exploring a cultural site such as Petra, followed by the afternoon beside the pool. You’ll have a private driver and luxury air-conditioned vehicle, and expert private guides when heading out on unique experiences.
You begin with three nights in Amman. We suggest two mornings of exploring, with two afternoons free. On the first day, take a 2-3 hour immersive walking tour of Amman. On the second day, you head north to Jerash to explore this wonderful Roman town.
Drive south to Petra, a drive of about 4-5 hours with stops in Madaba, Mt Nebo, and Kerak Castle. We usually suggest a night at Petra Kitchen on your first day.
Your second day in Petra takes you into the site with your private guide. The tour usually lasts for about three hours. They then leave you to explore the Monastery under your own steam and have lunch in one of the restaurants beside the Qasr-Al-Bint. The second day is then at leisure for you to explore independently or relax beside the pool. We can suggest a few interesting walks such as the Wadi Farasa Trail. We also suggest a few elements of ‘Hidden Petra‘.
The following day, make a slight deviation towards the vast desert of Wadi Rum. The drive takes about 45 minutes, so you can head there for a two-hour jeep drive to see this remarkable landscape.
The Dead Sea is the final port-of-call. Your R&R element can be as long as you want, and we suggest an ample four nights. Bask in the naturally-filtered UV rays on the lowest place on earth.
Any element of this ‘Slow Jordan’ can be tailor-made and we can add on nights, or take some away if you don’t quite have long enough in Jordan. We can also weave in other destinations in Jordan, or in the wider region.
| £2015 | - | £2668 |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | Gold |
| Days | Location | Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1-3 | Amman | The House Boutique Suites Four Seasons Amman |
| Day 4-6 | Petra | Old Village Resort Movenpick Petra |
| Day 7-10 | Dead Sea | Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa Kempinski Ishtar |
| Day 11 | Amman | Fly Home |
Fly to Amman where we will meet you and escort you to your hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
Today, set out on a walking tour of Amman. You begin at the Citadel, with sweeping views over the city. Your guide can start by giving you an introduction to Amman and Jordan more widely. Continue to the downtown area, seeing the Roman Amphitheatre and the souqs. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
In the morning, you will travel north of Amman to the Roman city of Jerash. You’ll be greeted by the imposing triple-arched gateway built to honor the Emperor Hadrian’s arrival at Jerash in 129 AD. Next, you will visit the Temples of Zeus, the mile-long Street of Columns, Cardo Maximus, the colonnaded streets, and more than 17 churches that were found in Jerash. Return to Amman for lunch, and spend the afternoon at leisure.
Travel to Petra via Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and Kerak. Some of the world’s finest Byzantine mosaics are found in Madaba, as is the oldest known map of the Holy Land. Mt. Nebo, thought to be the burial site of Moses, boasts a splendid view of the Dead Sea. Visit Kerak’s massive Crusader Castle, built on a plateau 3,400 feet above sea level. This famous castle lies in the biblical land of Moab and was a Moabite stronghold long before the Crusaders built the castle for which the city is famous today. Optional evening at Petra Kitchen.
You will have the whole day to explore the legendary “Rose Red City” of Petra. Petra is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Most of the 800 monuments in Petra have been carved from solid rock. You will have a chance to see the spectacular Treasury, the 8,000-seat amphitheater, the Temple of the Winged Lions, and other monuments. Spend the afternoon at leisure. This evening, see Petra by Night.
You will have a second day in Petra. You might like to explore the remote Wadi Farasa Trail, a wonderful three-hour day-trek that takes you via the High Place of Sacrifice to the more remote tombs that tourists often overlook, not knowing they were there. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or exploring more of Petra.
Drive back to the Dead Sea, via the stunning Wadi Rum desert where you will see it on a two-hour jeep safari with a local bedouin. You then spend four nights at leisure.
You are just 45 minutes from the airport in Amman for your flight home.
This private walking holiday to Jordan is designed for those who like to get out-and-about and see the country on two feet. We have designed a series of day-walks which allow you to see all the highlights, but also marvel at the natural beauty of Jordan's stunning landscapes.
This classic eight-day private tour of Jordan explores the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of Jordan. You'll have your own private driver in a modern air-conditioned vehicle and we will provide the finest private guides to bring this magical destination to life.
This comprehensive privately-chauffered tour of Jordan takes you from tip-to-toe. If you are only planning on visiting Jordan once, then we suggest you give this magical destination two weeks to reveal its secrets.
We arrange totally bespoke trips and design an itinerary that is designed around you. You may have seen a suggested itinerary that we can base your plans around, or we can start with a blank sheet and paper and design something from scratch. You can leave a phone number and suggest a time to call you back, and we can also arrange to do this during the evenings or at weekends if you are busy during the daytime. We can also meet up with you in you fancy a coffee and are based in and around London.