A great experience, you get to see so much, from crusader castles to the Dead Sea and the... Neil Baker, 2018 See more reviews
This trip provided us with a wide range of activities and cultural visits across the Kingdom of... Judith Simpson, 2018 See more reviews
An extremely comprehensive but whirlwind tour of Jordan. A lot of time spent on the coach between... Jane Hodd, 2018 See more reviews
An extremely comprehensive but whirlwind tour of Jordan. A lot of time spent on the coach between... Jane Hodd, 2018 See more reviews
This adventure exceeded my expectations. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan offers a huge variety of... Lorna Baker, 2018 See more reviews
This was one of the most interesting and inspiring cultural trips I have been on. Our guide was... Andrew Grier, 2018 See more reviews
So much to recommend this trip. Very full itinerary with constantly changing landscapes and a... Peter Harris, 2017 See more reviews
An overwhelming archaeological journey. I was nervous before I traveled with Syria escalating... Justina Mclaughlin, 2017 See more reviews
A fast paced tour of an amazing country. Every day brought a new revelation that was better than... Rachel Nockels, 2017 See more reviews
Itinerary Include flights Expand all London to London Day 1 Fly to Amman. Fly to Amman.Comfortable Hotel Day 2 Visit the castles of the 'Desert Loop' East of Amman. After breakfast we depart for a visit to Iraq El Amir. Set in the desert to the east of Amman is the much-famed Desert Loop, consisting of numerous palaces and minor forts dating back to the Omayyad period 661 AD to 750 AD. Our first stop is Qasr al- Hallabat. Originally Roman, this castle was rebuilt during the Umayyad period when it was elaborately decorated in mosaics, carved stucco and fresco paintings, thus transforming the castle into a palatial residence. There are about 150 inscriptions within the castle, mostly in Greek. The vast majority of these inscribed stones, which were reused as building material, belong to an edict issued by the Byzantine Emperor Anastasius (491-518 AD). A few kilometres down the road is Hammam as-Sarakh, a bathhouse and hunting lodge. The buildings have been almost completely restored, and you can see the channels that were used for hot water and steam. One hundred kms east of Amman, the oasis town of Azraq has a large castle built from black basalt, which was Lawrence of Arabia's headquarters during the Arab Revolt. Heading back towards Amman, the Qasr El Kharraneh and Qusayr 'Amra are the best preserved of the desert castles, Qusair Amra is noted for its extensive fresco paintings which cover virtually all the interior walls. The paintings include themes such as hunting, dancing, musicians, bathing scenes, cupids, and personifications of history, philosophy and poetry. We drive back to the hotel in Amman.Comfortable Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Head North to Irbid's archaeological museum, Umm Qais and Pella. Today we begin early as we have a long day heading north. We visit Irbid, which hosts an interesting museum. The most remarkable artefacts are the Ain Ghazal statues dated to the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period; between 7500-5500 BC. In addition the museum contains a number of artefacts from the later periods. Umm Qais, in the north of the country has fantastic views of The Sea of Galilee and was once a centre of culture and arts. As one of the cities of the Decapolis, it was a centre for arts and culture and with its amazing setting it is an enchanting place. Later we proceed to Pella, once an important city in Roman times; most of the remains actually date back to the Byzantine period. Overnight in Jerash.Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Visit the ancient city of Jerash and Ajlun Castle. After breakfast we visit the ancient 'Gerasa'. In Roman times this was one of the ten wealthy, self-governing cities of the Decapolis, and was famous throughout the Roman empire for the luxury of its lifestyle. Buried for centuries under blown sand, Jerash is the only city of the Decapolis to have survived to any extent, with an outstanding forum, colonnaded main streets with the drains still intact, two theatres and a most impressive temple of Zeus. Not too far away is the only Arabic castle in Jordan, Ajloun. It is perched on a hilltop and has fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. Originally constructed in 1184 AD, it was destroyed and rebuilt over the centuries following numerous wars and earthquakes. Drive for overnight at Dead Sea.Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 5 After a visit to Bethany beyond the Jordan, drive down King's Highway via Madaba, the 'City of Mosaics', and Mt Nebo to the Dead Sea. We start the day by visiting Bethany beyond the Jordan, the site where Jesus Christ was baptised by John the Baptist marking the beginning of the new era of Christianity. We then take the road south from Amman along the 5,000-year-old Kings' Highway, be prepared for one of the most memorable journeys in the Holy Land, passing through a number of ancient sites. The first town we visit is Madaba, 'The City of Mosaics '. The city, best known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, is home to the famous 6th century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. With two million pieces of coloured stone, the map depicts hills and valleys, villages and towns as far as the Nile Delta. Nearby is the biblical Mount Nebo where Moses was shown The Promised Land before his death and also has fantastically preserved mosaics. After a good look round we head south to the Dead Sea in time for a 'float' in the thick saline waters.Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 6 To Petra via Wadi al Mujib, Al Karak and Al Shawbak castles. Leaving the Dead Sea behind us we drive through the deep gorge of Wadi al Mujib. This massive canyon is impressive and is now a huge nature reserve, covering 212sq km. We arrive at Al Karak and Al Shawbak, two castles that played an important role in the Crusades. Built in mediaeval times Al Karak is the larger of the two castles, its well-preserved fortifications towering over the town offer incredible views. Al Shawbak, though not as well preserved is equally as notable. Late afternoon we drive on to Petra. Overnight Petra.Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Days 7-8 Two full days to explore Petra. We have two full days to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site Petra. The 'rose-red city, half as old as time' was hidden for centuries until the Swiss explorer Burckhardt made his great discovery in 1812. Petra was founded by the Nabateans, an Arab tribe that arrived here in the sixth century BC. Building began in the third century BC and continued through the Roman period, financed by taxes levied on the desert caravans. Two features of Petra are unique: firstly, it is a city made defensible as it is built along a series of chasms, rather than on a hilltop; and secondly, it is built directly into the rock - beautiful red and yellow sandstone carved into impressive facades which glow in the brilliant sunlight.After walking down the Siq, the narrow chasm providing the only entrance to the site, we come out directly in front of El Khazneh, the Treasury. Continuing to the centre of the city, we pass the houses and tombs of the rich citizens, and the amphitheatre. A long walk beyond the centre and up a series of steps brings us to El Deir, the Monastery, with its superb facade topped by a huge urn. On one of the days we take a walk to the high places where few others visit. This can be quite arduous and is not recommended for those who are unsure of their fitness. However, those who do make it to the top will be rewarded with wonderful views.Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Day 9 Discover Little Petra en route to the Wadi Rum desert; 4WD excursion and overnight in a Bedouin camp. Explore Little Petra with its well preserved ruins which are hidden away in the mountains, before continuing to the Wadi Rum desert, a stretch of beautiful sand and rock desert. This is where Lawrence of Arabia and Prince Faisal assembled the Arab tribes for the attack on Aqaba in the First World War, and also where sections of the film of 'Lawrence of Arabia' were shot. We take a four-wheel drive vehicle far into the area for an exciting desert adventure before arriving to our permanent camp and destination for the night.Full-service Camping Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 10 Transfer to Aqaba for optional snorkelling over the coral reefs of the Red Sea. Today we transfer to Aqaba and have a free day to explore and relax. Aqaba is famous for some of the most beautiful coral reefs to be found anywhere in the world, so today is the perfect opportunity to go snorkelling in the Red Sea. Your leader will be able to advise you on which are the best private beaches to visit as the public beaches generally do not have as many facilities. There are several good restaurants in Aqaba for our evening meal together.Comfortable Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Day 11 Morning drive to Amman; city tour including Citadel Hill, Archaeological Museum, the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Roman Theatre. After breakfast, drive from Aqaba to Amman to explore the ancient city. Amman has served as the modern and ancient capital of Jordan. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a 1994 excavation uncovering homes and towers believed to have been built during the Stone Age, circa 7000 BC. The earliest written records refer to the city as Rabbath Ammon, the capital of the Ammonites in the 12th century BC. Later the city was named Philadelphia under the reign of Ptolemy Philadelphus 283-246BC. As one of the cities of the Decapolis under King Herod in 30BC major building works were conducted. The 6000 seated Roman Theatre on the citadel is testimony of Roman architecture, although extensively restored it remains a classic example. Also on Citadel Hill, just northwest of the Temple of Hercules, is the Jordan Archaeological Museum. This small museum houses an excellent collection of antiquities ranging from prehistoric times to the 15th century; see the Dead Sea Scrolls, a copy of the Mesha Stele and four rare Iron Age sarcophagi.Comfortable Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Day 12 Fly to London. Fly to London Meals included: Breakfast
Jordan Visas are required by most nationalities, including British, and can be obtained at the border or Amman airport. At time of print, visa fees (usually 40JOD) have been waived for all nationalities travelling to Jordan with a tour operator and spending a minimum of 2 nights in country. Our airport representative will meet and assist you with obtaining the free visa on arrival in Jordan at Customs & Immigration. He will be carrying an Exodus sign. For more information on the free Jordan Visa, please see the link below:http://international.visitjordan.com/MediaCenter/News/JordanianGovernmen...
Jordan There are no mandatory vaccination requirements. Recommended vaccinations are: Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid.
Hotels & Camp Throughout the tour we use a mixture of comfortable, 3 to 4-star hotels with en suite facilities and air conditioning, except in Jerash where we spend the night in a more basic hotel. In some cases we may use less centrally located hotels in the interests of comfort. Accommodation in Petra is limited and demands on the infrastructure are high; this creates occasional problems with hot water and general plumbing for all hotels. However, our hotel here is well located and offers a warm welcome. If our preferred hotel is unavailable, at times we may use a hotel of a higher standard a little further away from the centre of Petra. In this case free a shuttle service to/from the hotel will be provided. One night will be spent in the Wadi Rum desert. Our private camp will be for the use of your group only. Traditional style tents are equipped with basic beds and blankets. There are plumbed toilets and basins, and simple shower facilities with (limited) hot water. The single supplement is available throughout the trip on request. Please enquire at the time of booking for details and up-to-date prices.
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Reviewed April 2018 Neil Baker Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Jordan - Thoroughly Recommended! A great experience, you get to see so much, from crusader castles to the Dead Sea and the delights of Wadi Rum. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Well this comes down to two: - Petra, just amazing, nobody told me it was such a massive site. You will need a couple of days at least to fully explore. - Wadi Rum and staying over in the Bedouin camp, once again an unmissable experience. Just don't bother with the camel ride, that's just slow and boring. What did you think of your group leader? Eddie was just great, plenty of personality and did a good job of sheparding the group around. He did spout forth a lot history and I know sometimes his facts weren't 100% accurate but hey I wouldn't have it any other way. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Yep the hardest part is the lack of alcohol, it's not illegal they just do not serve it in the eateries. So beware and brace yourself for an almost dry trip. Is there anything else you would like to add? Another great quality of Jordan is the people they are genuinely warm and friendly, which always helps.
Reviewed April 2018 Judith Simpson Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Jordan Adventure This trip provided us with a wide range of activities and cultural visits across the Kingdom of Jordan. An ever-changing landscape is studded with Castles and world famous sights. From Neolithic artefacts to T.E.Lawrence, we felt we had uncovered some of the long history of the people of Jordan. We received a very warm welcome wherever we went; the children and teenagers were keen to try out their English lessons with us. Food was excellent (and plentiful) on each occasion, with a range of choices for vegetarians, and our hotels were very good. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Attempting to float in the Dead Sea; mud bath to go with it! Reaching the top of the mountain near El Deir / The Monastery, at Petra. Sunset in Wadi Rum. Snorkelling over the coral in the Red Sea...... What did you think of your group leader? Eyad / Eddie Banna was an excellent group leader; friendly and efficient, with good use of English. He was very well-informed about the historical / cultural /religious significance of each city / site of interest, and he prepared us in advance for what we were about to see and do. Eyad also retained his sense of humour when we became ensnarled in traffic, and kept us entertained with anecdotes en route. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Remember to wear your sun hat, sun glasses and sun block! As a female traveller I went with a bag of modest wear (long sleeved shirts, scarves etc) but found the dress code did not appear as strict as I had expected. Walking trousers, knee-length skirts / dresses and shirts with short sleeves are fine. Is there anything else you would like to add? We left Jordan fully satisfied that we had "Seen it All" What an amazing experience!
Reviewed April 2018 Jane Hodd Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Hidden Treasures of Jordan An extremely comprehensive but whirlwind tour of Jordan. A lot of time spent on the coach between destinations and physical activity ranged from almost none on most days to extreme on the Petra days. Very friendly people and excellent food everywhere. The sites and places we saw were stunning but there was often not enough time to take it all in. We felt safe at all times and there is no need to worry (at the moment!) about its geographical position! What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Reaching the High Sacrificial Places and the Monastery in Petra, floating in the Dead Sea, Jerash and the jeep drive round Wadi Rum, which included watching the sunset while Bedouin made us tea over an open fire. All these were real highlights. What did you think of your group leader? Eyad (aka Eddie!) was extremely friendly and caring with a great sense of humour and a lovely smile. He obviously loves his job and his country and is very knowledgeable about the places we visited and their history. There was often an information overload!!!! He enabled us to try a variety of restaurants and organized visits so that we missed bus loads of tourists and locals. We travelled at peak time but seldom met a lot of tourists. Eddie really made the trip. A huge thanks to him! Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Be prepared for long drives in the coach and 2 long, hard days of walking in Petra. You are able to hire horses, donkeys or camels in Petra but it's not cheap. Maybe bring a walking pole? Bring a torch for Wadi Rum. Do your shopping in Aqaba - much cheaper than anywhere else. Dead Sea soap at the Dead Sea - £10, in Aqaba £2.50 !!! Is there anything else you would like to add? Jordan was a surprisingly expensive country, except for food. Food was always cheap and plentiful but everything else was the same or more expensive than you'd pay in GB. The trip should be at least 2 days longer, to enable proper exploration of Madaba and Amman. I backed out of some group time in order to have time to myself and chat properly with locals. Not enough free time was provided because of time constraints.
Reviewed April 2018 Jane Hodd Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Hidden Treasures of Jordan An extremely comprehensive but whirlwind tour of Jordan. A lot of time spent on the coach between destinations and physical activity ranged from almost none on most days to extreme on the Petra days. Very friendly people and excellent food everywhere. The sites and places we saw were stunning but there was often not enough time to take it all in. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Reaching the High Sacrificial Places and the Monastery in Petra, floating in the Dead Sea, Jerash and the jeep drive round Wadi Rum, which included watching the sunset while Bedouin made us tea over an open fire. All these were real highlights. What did you think of your group leader? Eyad (aka Eddie!) was extremely friendly and caring with a great sense of humour and a lovely smile. He obviously loves his job and his country and is very knowledgeable about the places we visit and their history. There was often an information overload!!!! Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Be prepared for long drives in the coach and 2 long, hard days of walking in Petra. You are able to hire horses, donkeys or camels in Petra but it's not cheap. Maybe bring a walking pole? Bring a torch for Wadi Rum. Do your shopping in Aqaba - much cheaper than anywhere else. Dead Sea soap at the Dead Sea - £10, in Aqaba £2.50 !!! Is there anything else you would like to add? Jordan was a surprisingly expensive country, except for food. Food was always cheap and plentiful but everything else was the same or more expensive than you'd pay in GB. The trip should be at least 2 days longer, to enable proper exploration of Madaba and Amman. I backed out of some group time in order to have time to myself and chat properly with locals. Not enough free time was provided because of time constraints.
Reviewed April 2018 Lorna Baker Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Hidden Treasures of Jordan This adventure exceeded my expectations. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan offers a huge variety of different landscapes and activities for the traveller. Its historical significance provides loads of opportunities to enjoy ancient civilisations. Exploring these sites was fab but also meeting the friendly people and trying their food was great. This particular trip allowed me to discover Jordan in depth and I feel I have experienced it from the verdant North to the deserts and Red Sea of the South. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Petra was amazing. Hiking up Al Khubtha Trail to view the Treasury from up high was an experience I will not forget. I loved Wadi Rum, the scenery stunning and the jeep ride was so fun. Also knowing that Jesus had been baptised at Bethany was....... What did you think of your group leader? Eyad Bannna Eddie to his friends was a fantastic tour Leader with a winning smile. He looked after us and made our experience of Jordan special. He managed to get us into Jerash early so we had the place to ourselves before the bus loads arrived, and took us to different local restaurants so we could sample all the food. Thank you Eddie Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Do not be put off because there are problems in the Middle East. I felt safe and the Jordanians were so friendly. As a female traveller I felt relaxed and was able to move freely and did not have to cover up. It is an amazing trip you will not regret booking it. ENJOY!
Reviewed April 2018 Andrew Grier Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Unmissable Jordan This was one of the most interesting and inspiring cultural trips I have been on. Our guide was superb and the history, along with the scenery in Jordan, made for a truly outstanding 10 days. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? It is impossible to pick one particular moment as there were many. The top 5 highlights for me were, lunch overlooking the Sea of Galilee, the Roman City of Jerash, the site of Jesus' baptism at Bethany, Petra and the Wadi Rum, but, on any other holiday, many of the other sites we visited in between would have been in the top 5 too. What did you think of your group leader? I cannot praise Eyad Al Banna (Eddie) highly enough. His historic and current knowledge of all things Jordan and the Middle East was exceptional and he imparted it in an interesting, humorous and patient manner that truly made the holiday. Eddie really brought the group together and did a great job keeping us all pointed in the right direction, dealing with personal matters quickly and effectively, all whilst telling jokes and constantly having a smile on his face. He is firmly in my top three guides from all the adventure and cultural trips I have been on. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Make the trip and enjoy it. Do not worry about travelling in Jordan just because it is in the Middle East. The people are very friendly and it feels totally sage
Reviewed June 2017 Peter Harris Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Peter Harris So much to recommend this trip. Very full itinerary with constantly changing landscapes and a wealth of historical interest. A shame that the local tourist industry has been hit hard by political conditions in neighbouring regions but Jordan itself is very safe and nobody should be deterred from visiting. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Jerash is very impressive and Wadi Rum is spectacular, although mobs of rowdy, ill-mannered Chinese are to be avoided if at all possible. Petra, however, is sensational. If you are fit enough, attempt the Wadi al Farasa trail up to the High Place of Sacrifice - you will see scenery, tombs, etc. that 99% of visitors miss. We only encountered 6 other people on the way up. What did you think of your group leader? Aladdin was very knowledgeable with excellent communication skills. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Be prepared for the heat - 40C in early June at Dead Sea and Red Sea. Have suitable footwear for rocky conditions at Petra. Local restaurants are cheap but tourist locations charge 4/5 times as much for the same thing. Alcohol is very expensive - a large beer can be anywhere from £ 8 - £ 11 or £5 for a small can ! Soft drinks are far cheaper. Exodus recommendation of about £ 350 for a 12 day trip is barely adequate. Is there anything else you would like to add? Check when Ramadan falls ; it started just as we arrived. It means that local restaurants don't serve before sundown and some won't provide alcohol at all during this period, although it is usually possible to find a watering hole somewhere.
Reviewed June 2017 Julie Bridge Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Hidden Treasures of Jordan Absolutely brilliant trip, well organised throughout! Visits included amazing Roman ruins, Muslim and Crusader castles as well as Petra, of course! Travelled Jordan from the very north to the Red Sea in the south, some longish drives but never more than a couple of hours without a stop of some sort - with an excellent, safe driver. Extremely knowledgeable guide who provided some extra assistance as we travelled during Ramadam. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Petra of course! We spent nine hours at the site on the first day; the (2 hour) climb to the Monastery is not to be missed, returning in the evening for a candle-lit walk to the Treasury. On the second day took the longer, but more interesting and rarely visited trail to the High Place of Sacrifice NB: strongly advised take this 3 hour trail in reverse, as recommended by our guide. What did you think of your group leader? Extremely knowledgeable, especially ancient history and more recent regional politics. Lots of helpful advice at sites to ensure we not only didn't miss the 'must see' but also interesting out of the way places. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? You need plenty of spending money. Lunches and dinners usually DR10-15 each, which soon adds up. There are cheaper options in towns, except Petra, but not when you are in the middle of nowhere. And if you are desperate for a cold beer after a hot and dusty day, expect to pay DR7-9 for a pint of lager. NB: food and drink usually plus 7% tax & 10% service Is there anything else you would like to add? Why oh why don't the hotels provide fruit at breakfast?(Ramada, Red Sea being the exception) We stopped at fruit markets, which were plentiful and very cheap.
Reviewed May 2017 Justina Mclaughlin Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Hidden Treasures of Jordan An overwhelming archaeological journey. I was nervous before I traveled with Syria escalating but I never felt unsafe on the tour. I felt really welcome in Jordan and I will return. I hope more people will visit. I can highly recommend this tour and if you're smart make it a two week trip and have a few days to enjoy Jordan at a slower pace on your own at the end. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Petra was simply magical and wins hands down! I particularly liked that this tour gives you 2 full days there. I didn't rush to see everything on day 1 and took the time to explore a little off the main trails and meet the local bedouin. I also loved Um Qais as it was in full spring bloom (I've never seen so may thistles outside of Scotland) Jerash is also incredible, wish I had longer to enjoy it! What did you think of your group leader? Issa was a a responsible team leader, his knowledge of Jordanian history and culture was very good. He had a difficult task as we were a large group with differing interests. Issa very much focused on the history and the sights and was conscious of ensuring we saw everything on the itinerary. He was very helpful with all my queries and helped with my transfer at the end of my trip so this isn't a criticism but I did observe Issa struggled with all the organisational demands because there was so little downtime for him to organise himself. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? If you can, arrive a day early, as the flight gets in after midnight and the tour starts the next morning. Research the places on the itinerary before you travel - its information overload on the tour and there is a lot of history and no time to sit and read your guidebook. The weather in Jordan varies from one part of the country to another so bring a warm sweater/fleece. There are several walks over uneven/rocky terrain so do bring a pair of hiking boots or walking shoes with proper grips. If you're a light sleeper bring earplugs as a number of our hotels were noisy Oh and do bring a universal plug for the bath tubs as most of the hotels had a bath but no plug! Is there anything else you would like to add? I am a big fan of Exodus and its objective of responsible tourism. I was very disappointed by the hotel in Amman at the start of the tour especially because I booked to arrive a day early and I asked for the name of the hotel before I booked my extra night. The taxi driver told me the hotel had changed on the way from the airport ie. 1am then took me to a completely different hotel. I was told Exodus would email me to explain, they never did! I am a seasoned traveller and live in central London but I was not comfortable as a woman travelling on my own at this hotel, lucky for me there was another Exodus traveller to engage with. In despair having managed for the whole day I had to demand the reception give me Issa's number and call him whilst he was finishing up on another tour to complain. My issues: The hotel was in the middle of nowhere with no facilities nearby to buy lunch or dinner. There were a bunch of local men sitting smoking cigarettes all day in the small lobby, there was a seedy very noisy nightclub under the property that played music till 4 am and my room was right above it. Imagine getting off a flight and arriving at 1 am to be shown your room with music blasting. We had to take taxis everywhere from this hotel, worse still even with a hotel card in arabic they didn't know where the hotel was to return us and promptly got lost. Had the start of my holiday not been so uncomfortable I would have given the tour five stars. The grading of the tour is 1, having travelled previously on 2 other tours with Exodus, this tour should be grade 1-2 as you only need a reasonable level of fitness but the itinerary is compressed and there are some challenging walks in Pella and Petra. I cannot understand why Exodus doesn't offer a 2 week tour. A couple of free days in the itinerary would have made the whole stay more enjoyable.I had a fantastic trip made better because I spent two weeks in Jordan and tacked 5 days onto my stay to make it a longer holiday. I spent three days at the Feynan Ecolodge which was amazing and a couple of days in Amman. Other suggestions to extend the tour would be a hike in the Canyon at Wadi Mujeeb and some time to walk around the arts and craft town of Madaba. Also Jerash was rushed and you could have a good 4 hours there with free time for the rest of the day.
Reviewed April 2017 James Thoms Trip: Hidden Treasures of Jordan Hidden Treasures of Jordan Tour arrangements (meeting us at airport and transfer to airport at end of trip were good) We did not receive an updated itinerary-weren't prepared to check out Days Inn first day of tour Issa our tour was barely adequate. Difficult to understand, pronunciation very poor. Information about sites was garbled and mostly wrong. Was constantly collecting money for side trips, dinners , and tips for drivers, etc. No receipts or paperwork so quite mysterious. At end of tour collected money for water on bus which is usually free. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Petra What did you think of your group leader? not very good. Is there anything else you would like to add? I tried to submit an evaluation form you emailed but wasn't able to
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