Guide

There will be either one or two local leader/drivers (depending on group size) who will escort you for the whole tour.

Accommodation

On this adventurous walking trip in Jordan, we spend two nights in a hotel in Amman, one night in a Bedouin camp near Little Petra, one night at a private permanent camp in Wadi Rum and three nights wild camping. Amman: Larsa Hotel (nights 1 and 7) Our first and final accommodation is usually the Larsa Hotel, around a 30-minute drive from Queen Alia International Airport. Locally rated as a three-star, it has some welcome amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and hot tub. There’s also a restaurant, where we eat breakfast, plus a bar. Wadi Rum: Private Bedouin camp (night 2) Used exclusively by our groups, this permanent Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum is a highlight for many travellers. We sleep in traditional tents sheltered by rugged stone cliffs and enjoy the warm hospitality of our Bedouin hosts. The tents are equipped with basic beds, sheets and blankets and the site has plumbed toilets and basins, and basic shower facilities with (limited) hot water. In the evening, they serve us a zarb dinner, cooked underground in the traditional manner, while the rest of the night is typically spent around the campfire, chatting and sharing an unforgettable experience. Wild camping (nights 3-5) For our three nights camping in the wild, we sleep in dome tents (pitched by the desert team). There are no toilets or wash facilities – this is the wild after all – but we do provide mattresses to sleep on (about 4in/10cm thick). To make things a little easier, our camping equipment is transported to the sites for us, meaning we don’t have to carry it. Near Little Petra: Ammarin Bedouin Camp (night 6) Our last camping night is spent at Ammarin Bedouin Camp near Little Petra, which sits at the foot of a protective rock wall. It is not exclusive to Exodus, so there are likely to be other guests in addition to our group, but the site does have shared shower and toilet facilities – a luxury after our last three nights in the wild! The site is run by members of the local Bedouin Ammarin people, a community traditionally comprised of camel and goat herders.

Others

Arrival and departure transfers. Luggage transfer service. All camping equipment (except sleeping bag). Water throughout tour. The beautiful desert landscape of UNESCO World Heritage Site Wadi Rum. Traditional Bedouin camp. Famous rose-red city of Petra.

Meals

All meals are included while trekking. The three nights spent in hotels are on a bed-and-breakfast basis. You will be required to buy two lunches on days 2 and 7 and dinners on day 1 (depending on flight arrival time), 6 and 7. Allow about 64 Jordanian dinars (US$90) to cover these meals. On days where lunch is not included, your guide will recommend local restaurants. We usually eat in restaurants where traditional food is served to allow maximum flexibility of choice, and, for those who wish, to try a meze-style meal. You can usually expect food options to include rice, beans, salads, and meat. If you are vegetarian, please note that main meals are limited in choice; however, meze is almost always available in restaurants and is a good choice for vegetarians, usually costing approximately 15 dinars (US$21) per person. Unlimited drinking water is provided free of charge on the trek in Wadi Rum. Alcohol is available in Jordan, but not widely. Many hotels do not sell alcohol but will often allow it to be brought in from elsewhere. It is best to plan ahead if you want a drink, your tour leader will be able to tell you what’s possible and may be able to arrange a stop at a supermarket or liquor store (depending on location). In Petra, the unique Cave Bar in Petra Guesthouse is open to the public. A less expensive option is the bar in the Petra Palace Hotel which is also open to all.

Transport

For airport transfers and days when we are not trekking, we use one air-conditioned bus or minibus depending on group size, with local drivers. Occasionally, we use two vehicles for the group. In Wadi Rum, we use basic four-wheel-drive vehicles that are owned by a local Bedouin family. The vehicles are appropriate for local desert travel but may fall below normal vehicle safety standards expected on our trips. As there are no other vehicles available and as we are not travelling by road we feel they are adequate for the job.

Not included:

Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost and will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Others

— Travel insurance — Visas or vaccinations

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (http://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Flights

As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

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Day 1 Day 1: Start Amman
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start Amman

Welcome to Amman, the capital of Jordan, where our adventure begins. There are free transfers to the hotel from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for all customers today. Please note, transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts. Accommodation: Larsa Hotel (or similar)
Day 2 Day 2: Drive To Wadi Rum (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Drive To Wadi Rum (Breakfast,Dinner)

After breakfast, there is an opportunity to exchange money and purchase snacks for the upcoming desert trek. We then transfer by bus to Wadi Rum (four to five hours). We visit the Wadi Rum visitor centre and take in the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, a spectacular rock formation with seven fluted turrets. It is a short transfer to the start of our introductory walk where we walk to Um Al Bdoun, a private campsite run by local Bedouin people. In the evening, we enjoy a traditional zarb dinner, for which a cooking pot is dug into the sand and left for most of the day to slow cook meats and vegetables. Accommodation: Permanent Bedouin camp
Day 3 Day 3: Traverse Siq El Barrah (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Traverse Siq El Barrah (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

From our campsite, we trek through Siq el Barrah, a magnificent desert canyon with immense rock walls. We continue through open desert and there is a tangible sense of wilderness as we pass sandstone mountains and rocky outcrops. We set up camp beneath the shade of two rocky mountains, Rakaa and Mharrak. Accommodation: Wild camping
Day 4 Day 4: Trek To Jebel Burdah (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Trek To Jebel Burdah (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

We begin with an optional excursion to Jebel Burdah, which includes sections of scrambling and the use of ropes, particularly for those who choose to ascend to the top of Burdah Bridge — an impressive rock formation spanning two cliffs. Guests have the flexibility to remain at the campsite instead of participating in this trek. Please note, the final section of the hike, to the top of Burdah Bridge, is also optional; hikers can choose to wait at the base of the bridge. Panoramic views can be enjoyed throughout the trek. Later in the afternoon, we continue our journey to our next campsite situated atop dunes near Jebel Umm Fruth in the southeast corner of the Wadi Rum desert. Accommodation: Wild camping
Day 5 Day 5: On To Wadi Khashkhasheh (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: On To Wadi Khashkhasheh (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Today, we head to Umm Fruth Rock Bridge, just a short walk from our campsite. Umm Fruth requires some easy-level scrambling. The ascent is steep and short and the sandstone is firm with good underfoot grip. We continue our trek to the ruins of Lawrence House, where TE Lawrence – also known as Lawrence of Arabia – is said to have slept. In the afternoon, we traverse across remote red-sand dunes with spectacular views throughout. There is an opportunity to see historic rock inscriptions before we set up camp tonight in the crook of a desert mountain. Accommodation: Wild camping
Day 6 Day 6: Leave The Desert For Little Petra (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Leave The Desert For Little Petra (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Our last morning in the desert starts with a walk or optional camel trek through Wadi Umm Al Ishrim. We transfer towards Petra around lunchtime. In the afternoon, we will visit Little Petra, a smaller but still impressive version of the main Petra site. We spend tonight in a fixed camp (with shared showers and toilets) near Little Petra. Accommodation: Ammarin Bedouin Camp
Day 7 Day 7: Walk The Back Trail To Petra; Then Drive To Amman (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Walk The Back Trail To Petra; Then Drive To Amman (Breakfast)

This morning, we set off early to explore the ancient city of Petra, a Unesco World Heritage site known for its astonishing scale. We take the lesser-known Back Trail to Petra, cutting through a rocky landscape overlooking Wadi Araba. In contrast to the typical tourist track, we arrive first at the Monastery, giving us the chance to see it at a quieter time. From here, we proceed through the vast site, exiting via the Treasury and the Siq. In the centre of Petra, we pass the houses and tombs of the more affluent citizens and a Roman amphitheatre, preserved in remarkable condition. Beyond the city centre is El Deir, the Monastery. Its superb facade is carved into the rock and topped by a huge urn. We’ll spend about six hours in total walking through Petra. After our visit, we transfer back to Amman. Accommodation: Larsa Hotel (or similar)
Day 8 Day 8: End Amman (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: End Amman (Breakfast)

Tour ends in Amman after breakfast. Speak to your sales representative if you’d like to stay in Amman a little longer to explore and rest after an extraordinary week in the desert.

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Petra & Wadi Rum Trek

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Itinerary of your trip Petra & Wadi Rum Trek

Day 1: Start Amman

Day 2: Drive To Wadi Rum (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 3: Traverse Siq El Barrah (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 4: Trek To Jebel Burdah (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 5: On To Wadi Khashkhasheh (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 6: Leave The Desert For Little Petra (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 7: Walk The Back Trail To Petra; Then Drive To Amman (Breakfast)

Day 8: End Amman (Breakfast)

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