'Ahlan wa sahlan' means
'welcome' in Arabic and
goes to show the great
hospitality of the
Jordanian people. 'Ahlan
wa sahlan', you shall
hear it many times when
visiting Jordan. When
people are just making
friendly conversation
and welcome you to their
country or when they
offer you a nice cup of
mint-flavoured tea.
Jordan Experience
invites you to immerse
yourself in the
colourful traditions of
Arab culture, and at the
same time enjoy the
convenient life of the
modern metropolis.
Imagine how this will
be: taking a walk in the
tiny allies of the local
suq (market), drinking
some mint tea or smoking
a hubbly-bubbly (water
pipe) in one of the many
coffee houses.
Jordan Experience
Jordan Experience
organizes trips
primarily to Jordan.
Next to that we can also
organize overland trips
to Jordan's neighbouring
countries in the
Middle-East. We have
extended knowledge of
the region. We know our
way around Jordan from
our own experience for
years on end. As a
result Jordan Experience
can compose nearly every
program possible,
meeting the customers'
individual needs and
wishes. Travelling to
Jordan with Jordan
Experience will give
travellers an
opportunity to see the
real colourful Jordan.
We take pride in making
every trip we organize a
unique experience for
our clients. We stand
for offering a travel
experience beyond
belief.
Special Information
Jordan History,culture
The historical and cultural heritage of Jordan 7-day classical tour
During this 7-day round trip you will see the highlights of the historical and cultural heritage of Jordan. You will visit Petra, Jerash and the mosaics of Madaba. You will have ample opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Jordanian nature when travelling along the King's Highway and during your visit of Wadi Rum. The Red Sea near Aqaba will offer you time to relax and enjoy the beautiful underwater world.
Next to the excursions the program will leave you plenty of room to explore Jordan for yourself and meet the hospitable local people.
Your program
Day 1:
Arrival to Amman
Day 2:
Amman - Jerash - Umm Qais - Ajloun - Amman
Day 3:
Amman - Madaba - Mount Nebo - King's Highway - Wadi Mujib - Karak - Petra
Day 4:
Petra
Day 5:
Petra - Wadi Rum - Aqaba
Day 6:
Aqaba - Amman
Day 7:
Departure
Day-by-day program
Day 1 Flight to Amman and transfer to your hotel in Amman.
Day 2 You will visit Jerash, the Pompei of the East. Jerash has been covered by sand for centuries, the main reason why it is still so well-preserved.
You will enter Jerash through the monumental South Gate and find yourself wandering around in a Roman city. You will walk in the Oval Plaza surrounded by colonnades, visit the Roman theatre and Byzantine churches with mosaic-covered floors. Enjoy a stroll along Jerash' main road the Cardo and pass by the Nymphaeum. You may experience the marvellous acoustics of the theatre, the stage of the Jerash music festival which takes place every year. And see for yourself how the Romans built the earthquake-proof columns of the colonnaded streets.
Next you will visit Umm Qais, which was built mainly out of black basalt. Here you can enjoy the impressive view over Lake Tiberias and the Golan Heights. At the guesthouse we will serve you a traditional mezze lunch.
After lunch, on the way back to Amman, you will visit the Islamic military castle of Ajloun. The castle was used by the Islamic armies of Saladin to protect the region against the crusaders. After dinner in the hotel you will have plenty of time to enjoy the nightlife in Amman.
Day 3You will depart early for Madaba, and visit the famous mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Your next stop will be Mount Nebo, where like Moses you will be able to overlook the Holy Land and the Dead Sea. If the sky is clear Jerusalem, Jericho and Bethlehem will meet your eye.
The journey will continue along the King's Highway. On the way you will pass through Wadi Mujib, the grand canyon of Jordan.
After lunch in Karak you will visit the huge castle where Saladin and Richard Lionheart fought during the crusades. While enjoying the beautiful landscapes the journey continues along the King's Highway to Petra, your final destination for today.
Day 4 In the morning a local guide will escort you into Petra and show you the highlights of the Nabatean city. You will enter the city through the Siq and be rewarded with the most astonishing and dramatic monument in Jordan: the Treasury. You will also visit the theatre, the tombs and façades and the colonnaded street.
In the afternoon you are free to wander around in Petra and explore the area for yourself. You may climb the stairs to Ad-Deir, the Monastery and admire the splendid view over the Wadi Araba. In the evening we will serve you dinner by a campfire in Little Petra, which dates back to the late Stone Age.
Day 5 - 6 In the morning you will be transferred to Wadi Rum. You shall pass the famous seven pillars of wisdom, described by Lawrence of Arabia and explore Wadi Rum by jeep, escorted by a Bedouin guide.
You shall see the house where Lawrence of Arabia lived, and the inscriptions made by the Thamudic and Nabatean people centuries ago. And you may even climb one of the natural rock bridges.
After lunch at the visitor's centre the journey will continue to the Red Sea port Aqaba. You will be free to spend the remaining part of the day and the next day according to your own wishes.
Suggestions: diving or snorkelling, relaxing on one of the beautiful sandy beaches. Or perhaps you would like to take a trip on a glass boat and see the amazing coral reefs.
In the late afternoon you will be transferred to Amman. Maybe in the evening you would like to visit the Souq to buy some souvenirs. Or maybe you would like to have dinner in one of the Arabic restaurants.
Day 7 Transfer to the airport and flight back home.
Practical details
Accommodation Comfortable hotels during the entire tour with choice from three, four and five star hotels.
Transportation In air-conditioned buses. In Wadi Rum in jeeps driven by local drivers.
Meals Choice from bed & breakfast, half-board and full-board.
Suitable for Everybody, not limited to age or physical condition. The tour is ideal for families with children.
