The essentials of Jordan
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationMiddle East / Jordan
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions76.57 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
Between ancient cities, sculpted canyons and mythical deserts, Jordan unfolds a variety of striking landscapes.
The journey begins in the vibrant city of Amman before heading towards Madaba . Your route then winds through the heart of the Siq , a narrow gorge that reveals the lost city of Petra and its facades carved from red sandstone. Further south, the vast Wadi Rum desert offers a majestic, stark landscape. A stop on the shores of the Red Sea , in Aqaba , provides a relaxing break by the warm waters before you experience the unique sensation of floating in the salty waters of the Dead Sea .
Between the spicy scent of the souks, the ochre hues of the cliffs and the coastal gentleness, this Jordanian immersion promises a total change of scenery at the rhythm of the great outdoors.
The highlights
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Immerse yourself in the landscapes of Wadi Rum during a 4x4 safari and hike.
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Guided exploration of the rose-red city of Petra and its trails
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Swimming breaks: explore the depths of the Red Sea and float on the Dead Sea
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
The expert's opinion
This tour combines included activities and free time, with a standard level of comfort.
The physical level is considered accessible to any healthy person.
The pace can be fast as we regularly change locations, involving some long journeys by vehicle.
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 5h30
Management
French
Upon your arrival in Jordan, you will be greeted by your French-speaking Jordanian tour guide. They have been selected for their extensive experience, knowledge, and passion for helping you discover the country. Our guides undergo continuous training to ensure they always meet your expectations.
Program
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Flight to Amman (custom flight not included, please contact us)
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival in Amman is at your leisure, either on the day of the tour or a few days prior. While we wait to meet at 6:00 PM to begin our journey, the city is ours to explore. We'll head to Rainbow Street to enjoy a warm falafel or try a shisha on a terrace like the locals. To fill the afternoon, we'll wander through the National Gallery of Fine Arts or relax in a hammam. At the end of the day, we'll meet our guide, and then we'll head out together to discover the best restaurants in the neighborhood for dinner. *A visit to the Roman ruins of Jerash is available as an optional excursion. For more information, please contact your travel advisor.Day 1 -
Amman - Wadi Rum
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We explore the citadel perched on the hills of Amman before walking along the ramparts to the Roman theater. Our stroll begins amidst stalls of dried fruit and the bustling alleyways of the souk, followed by a visit to the Royal Automobile Museum. After lunch, we set off for the vast expanses of Wadi Rum. Our Bedouin hosts welcome us to their camp with steaming mint tea. In the evening, we share a traditional meal under a starry sky before returning to our tents or settling down under the stars, gazing at the red sandstone mountains.Day 2 -
Immersion in Wadi Rum
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We wake up to sunrise over the red sandstone mountains. We set off in 4x4 vehicles to explore the lunar landscapes of the desert, between Lawrence Spring and the Great Sand Dune. We continue our trek to the wind-sculpted rock arches before stopping for lunch. The afternoon continues exploring canyons, and then we return to our camp for a second evening immersed in Bedouin culture.Day 3 -
Aqaba
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We leave behind the vast desert landscapes and our Bedouin friends to reach the shores of Aqaba and the Red Sea. The day continues with our feet in the water, swimming, relaxing on sun loungers, and exploring the underwater world. In the late afternoon, we settle into our hotel in the city center. The evening is free to wander the lively streets of Aqaba, breathe in the aroma of spices, and discover a small restaurant serving fresh fish by the water.Day 4 -
Discovering Petra
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We leave the Gulf of Aqaba behind and head to the mythical site of Petra. Our guide leads us through the Siq, a narrow passage carved between towering sandstone cliffs, until we reach the Treasury. We explore the tombs, the theater, and the monumental facades hewn from the rock, while our guide shares the site's centuries-old history. To see the rose-red city from a different perspective, we can take one of the many hiking trails in the area, with our guide's recommendations. Dinner is at your leisure.Day 5 -
Free day in Petra
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
This day in Petra is entirely free for exploring the site at our own pace. We can walk back through the canyon towards the Treasury or hike up to the Monastery to admire the panoramic view over the valley. Other paths lead to the Royal Tombs or the Byzantine mosaics. Our guide remains available to suggest the best walking options based on our preferences.Day 6 -
Petra - Madaba
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We travel along the King's Highway to the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth, for an extraordinary swim where the body floats effortlessly. We stop at Mount Nebo to admire the panoramic views of the region before continuing on to Madaba, the city of mosaics. Our guide takes us on an initial tour of the city to familiarize ourselves with its layout, and then we explore the biblical map in the Church of St. George together. Dinner is at your leisure.Day 7 -
End of the circuit in Madaba
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
We share a final breakfast in Madaba before concluding our trip to Jordan. Depending on our return flight schedule, we take advantage of our last free moments to stroll through the souks one last time or extend our stay in Amman. *To extend your stay, please contact your sales advisor.Day 8
Note
Accommodation
Access
Your guide will be waiting for you at 6 p.m. in the reception area of the group's hotel. If you arrive later, you will meet him the following morning at 7 a.m. for breakfast.
Go to the starting point
1- International flights:
We made the choice to leave it to you, the choice!
Several airlines fly to Amman from various departure points: direct flights are available with Air Jordanian from Lyon or Paris. It is also possible to travel from several other French cities with Turkish Airlines, with a layover in Istanbul.
You can leave on day 1 or a few days before, or return a few days after your stay, to extend the pleasures in Jordan.
Contact us for your search and booking! We often have preferential rates, and we can arrange your airport pick-up, both on arrival and departure: feel free to ask us.
2- Terrain:
We use minibuses, very well maintained and chosen for their comfort, which are approved for tourist transport.
Price details
The price includes
- Guided tour of Amman including the Roman Theatre, the Citadel and the Royal Automobile Museum
- Jeep 4x4 tour and hike in Wadi Rum
- Access to the Berenice Beach Club in Aqaba
- Guided walk in Petra
- 2-day Petra Pass
- Swimming in the Dead Sea
- Visit to the Church of Saint George in Madaba
The price does not include
- The round-trip flight to Amman
- The free meals mentioned in the program
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- The free meals mentioned in the program
- Tips for the local staff (at your discretion)
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment to bring
- Earplugs or Hears, your choice.
- A notepad and pen, a good book, a deck of cards...
- A laundry bag so you can separate your dirty clothes from your clean clothes in your travel bag.
- Cotton sleeping bag liner for camping in Wadi Rum
- Toiletry bag and towel
- Small personal pharmacy
- Sunscreen cream and stick (face and lips)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- External battery for your electronic devices
- A lightweight, insulated water bottle with a minimum capacity of 1.5 liters.
- A multi-purpose pocket knife is preferable (note: this must be packed in your checked luggage on the plane).
- Toilet paper + lighter for destruction
- Bring your mask and snorkel if you want to enjoy the corals in the Red Sea (swimming goggles and fins provided)
Clothing to bring
Clothing, from head to toe:
- Walking shoes: for Wadi Rum and to make the most of Petra
- Lightweight shoes (like sneakers) and/or sandals are recommended for walking through towns or in the evenings at camp. Sandals, which allow for good ventilation, are ideal for evenings when the temperature permits.
- Socks: light for the day and warm (wool or looped) for the evening.
- Canvas trousers and/or shorts
- Swimsuit
- Cotton shirts or T-shirts
- Warm sweater or fleece: the latter has the advantage of being durable, warm, lightweight, and quick-drying, with the added benefit of being soft to the touch. The best-known fibers are Polartec, Carline, and Ulfrotté.
- Windbreaker
- Rain cape
- A hat or cap with neck protection, and/or a shemagh: the first two offer the advantage of also protecting your face from the sun, which the shemagh (long veil scarf) does not do: however, it is very useful for protecting yourself from the cold, the heat, the sand and the wind.
- Category 3 sunglasses.
For the coldest evenings in the heart of winter (late November, December, January and February), you will also need:
- Warm jacket: down or Gore-Tex jacket. The most effective jackets against wind and rain are made of Gore-Tex or Micropore, "breathable" materials that allow for rapid wicking of perspiration while maintaining perfect insulation.
- Cap
- Gloves
