A Week In Jordan

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Average Review Rating: from 158 reviews.

Ilaria Geddes da Filicaia

Great way to see Jordan

Written June 2011
This holiday covers all main sites and attractions in Jordan. It's packed with things to do and there is a great mixture of different activities.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Hiking in Petra, which many tourists do not get to do.
The 4x4 ride in the desert, followed by sunset, food, dancing and then a silence that you cannot get anywhere else.
Snorkelling in the red sea is like entering a completely new world.
What did you think of your group leader?
The group leader was really friendly, helpful and most importantly very knowledgeable. We were a small group, so he tried to accommodate different people's needs and helped getting good bargains when shopping. I spend additional days on my own, met other tour guides and none were anywhere near as good as the exodus group leader.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
On some days you might have to be adaptable in terms of food as you don't get much choice in some tourist areas. If you are spending additional days on your own as a solo female traveller, make sure you have enough appropriate clothes for a muslim country.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I loved smoking the shisha!
Gillian Collier

A WEEK IN JORDAN

Written May 2011
I have wanted to visit Jordan for a long time, but Jordan and this holiday surpassed my highest expectations. I thoroughly enjoyed it all, but there is not time or space to comment on it all.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
There was so much to see in Petra besides the Treasury. The Siq was truly awe-inspiring and the Monastery was monumental. The walk up to the High Place of Sacrifice was well worth the effort, as the views over Petra were terrific and there were hidden places on the other side of the mountain. I could have happily spent a month exploring Petra!
Wadi Rum again was awe-inspiring and the distances so vast. I especially enjoyed the quiet and peace of Wadi Rum, when I got up at 4 o'clock in the morning and walked a little way in the desert with the full moon lighting up the whole scene like daylight.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader, Dougan, was very knowledgeable and explained things well. He had a sense of humour and he was very kind and took care of us well.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The climbs to the Monastery and the High Place of Sacrifice are fine if you are reasonably fit, but the worn steps coming down can be a bit slippy with the sand, so just take care. I'm a bit of a coward and nervous of heights, but our group leader, Dougan, was kind and helped me down all the way. I am very grateful to him as I would have been disappointed to miss either of these places.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I enjoyed the camel ride in Wadi Rum. It was fun, but it also made you aware of the peaceful surrounding silence. We also saw quite a bit of wildlife - skinks, chameleon, hawks, hoopoes, grackles, common bulbul and a rosy finch!
The food was very good too, especially the food in the Bedouin camp and the tasty takeaways!
Last but not least, our group was great too, with friendly, like-minded people.
Susan Hine

A WEEK IN JORDAN

Written May 2011
A really interesting and varied week. It gave us a very good idea of the many facets of this fascinating country.The guide Dougan spoke excellent English and was a mine of useful information from the history of each region to the best places to buy lunch while travelling.The hotels were very good and a real 'oasis' at the end of each day.I thought it was very good value for money.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Petra & Jerash were even better (and larger) than I had expected.
Staying at the camp at Wadi Rum was great. The meal the Bedouin cooked was my favourite of the week and seeing dusk and dawn in the desert was an experience I will always remember.
What did you think of your group leader?
Excellent. His English, knowledge and sense of humour greatly enhanced the whole experience
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
You don't need to bring a towel at all...not even for the Dead Sea and snorkelling
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Loved it!
John Grosvenor

A WEEK IN JORDAN

Written May 2011
A great holiday, fitting many of the highlights of Jordan into just one week. It was a compact trip, but full of different experiences, historic sites, contrasts and people. I would highly recommend this holiday.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The 2 day visit to Petra provided many inspirational moments,
Standing in front of the Treasury, climbing to the top and reaching the Monastery, exploring the High Place for the spectacular views and absorbing the history from the tombs, temples and architecture. I also experienced Petra by night, with the site lit by candles.
Closely followed by Wadi Rum, sleeping under that stars and experiencing the T. E Lawrence desert. I joined the one hour camel ride and enjoyed the 4 X 4 vehicle trip across the sands.
What did you think of your group leader?
A major plus with travelling with Exodus is the use made of a local guide, which helped to make this holiday a memorable trip. Dougan was an experienced, well travelled and knowledgeable group leader, who directed us to the best sites and viewing points, ensuring that everyone was satisfied with their visit. He was informative about the sites, briefing us on the coach about Jordan's history and passing scenery. Dougan was excellent in making sure that we all participated and enjoyed our holiday.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared to be inspired and delighted by Jordan and its people. Jordanians are very friendly, speak English and greet you by saying welcome.
Take Jordanian currency in low denominations as this saves time looking for currency exchange in the desert at Wadi Rum! Wear comfortble footware. Consider firm boots for Petra as there are many steps to climb. Take a bath plug as I could not find one in the hotel rooms (assumably to save water). Make use of the Leisure facilities at the Al Fanar Palace hotel (Swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi, sauna)
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I've had a wonderful week, sharing experiences with fellow travellers and although tiring by the end of our stay it was a brilliant holiday. I would love to make a return trip. It's a holiday that I will be reflecting about for some time.
Andrew Fox

A WEEK IN JORDAN

Written May 2011
What an interesting country. Petra was amazing, Wadi Rum was stunning and we really enjoyed riding camels through the desert. Couldn't believe we could ride camels through Wadi Rum in the morning, and snorkel in the Red Sea in the afternoon.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Visiting the high places of Petra - seeing the size of the site.
What did you think of your group leader?
Dougan was very knowledgeable and patient. He was a pleasure to be with and his dance moves needed to be seen!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take US Dollars and change into Jordanian Dinars once you are there (this was Exodus' advice to us and worked very well).
Annabelle Burgess

A WEEK IN JORDAN

Written May 2011
Jordan is both facinating and welcoming. It was a really enjoyable trip.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Petra was amazing, especially at the Monastery and high places. Walking back through the quite candle-lit Siq after the Petra by Night experience was also beautiful.
Jerash was impressive and interesting, a much larger and more complete site than I had expected.
Riding camels in the Wadi Rum was fun, especially trying to ride 'side-saddle' like the Bedouin!
What did you think of your group leader?
Fine, knowledgable.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared to be hot and dusty and climb a lot of steps! It helps to be physically fit to get the best experience of Petra and climb to all the high places (e.g Monastery, High Place of Sacrifice, above the Royal Tombs to overlook the Treasury) - it is hard work to do it all in two days, especially in the heat, but well worth the effort!
Norman Taylor

A WEEK IN JORDAN

Written May 2011
This was a unforgettable holiday, leaded by a master in guiding, a great introduction into a country rich in history. The tour encompassed both archaeology, history, scenery, and culture, Jordan is one of best places I have ever visited.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The desert in Wadi Rum.
Stopping for a tea break along "The Jordanian Grand Canyon" and having our first Bedouin Whisky Party as Danny called it.
FLoating in the Dead Sea.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was just brilliant, extremly knowlegable, very professional also very well-organized, Danny have made our tour so special with his skills, his art or presentation of the subjects, he also looked after us very well & we felt so safe with him and most of the time made us feel very special, I was also surprised how Danny acted very professionally toward some of the ladies in our group that were keen on him, well, I also thought that Danny was a charming person & in my opinion he is number one middle east, in which, he did not like to be called that way, truly fantastic person.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just do it, you will never regret it.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I cannot recommend this holiday enough - its a perfect adventure. Fascinating, exciting and yet safe and secure.

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Great way to see Jordan

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