Jerash
Explore the Roman ruins of Jerash and Ajloun Castle
There are five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Jordan. Visit Petra, one of the most famous archaeological sites, with ancient rock-cut architecture; and Wadi Rum Protected Area, a valley cut into from granite rock and sandstone.
Explore the Roman ruins of Jerash and Ajloun Castle
As well as seeing Petra by day, visit by night, lit by candle and moonlight.
Visit the Rock Formations and widespread petroglyphs dating back 12,000 years.
Pamper yourself with a soothing massage or with the well-known healing powers of Dead Sea mud.
There are many different ways to visit Jordan. This holiday focuses on archaeology. For people who are passionate about ancient archaeology, fleeting visits to see these great sites are rarely enough. Spend quality time exploring a little deeper the UNESCO World Heritage Sites at Petra and Jerash. Travel at a distinctly relaxed pace, and visit other important UNESCO highlights of Amman district and Wadi Rum.
Day 1 -2
Amman
Day 3
Amman - Petra
Day 4 -5
Petra
Day 6
Petra - Dead Sea
Day 7
Dead Sea - Wadi Rum
Day 8
Wadi Rum - Aqaba
Day 1 -2
Amman
Day 3
Amman - Petra
Day 4 -5
Petra
As well as seeing Petra by day, visit by night, lit by candle and moonlight.
Day 6
Petra - Dead Sea
Pamper yourself with a soothing massage or with the well-known healing powers of Dead Sea mud
Day 7
Dead Sea - Wadi Rum
Visit the Rock Formations and widespread petroglyphs dating back 12,000 year
Day 8
Wadi Rum - Aqaba
The southern tip of Jordan is home to the cosmopolitan city of Aqaba, located on the Red Sea.
From the capital city of Amman, travel north to visit the wonderfully preserved ancient ruins of Jerash as well as the 12th-century hilltop Muslim castle at Ajloun. Jerash was once the most powerful outposts in ancient times and today has a beautifully preserved sense of history. Although not recognised as a UNESCO site, it is worth visiting to wander through the columns, plazas and temples. The top sites are the Hippodrome and the Temple of Artemis. A short distance from Amman, the Aljun Castle sits atop a hill overlooking the town of Aljun and offers a stunning vista of Northern Jordan.
This ancient route connects the Christian town of Madaba, famed for its wonderful 6th-century mosaic map of the holy land and the iconic site of Petra in the south of the country. A slower route but well worth it for the host of historic sites and fabulous views along the way.
Close to Madaba is the presumed burial place of Moses where a memorial stands with commanding views across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea towards Israel in the distance, a pilgrimage site for many. Um er-Rasas is an ancient UNESCO site close to Madaba that was once inhabited by the Romans, Byzantines, and Early Muslims. It is known for its mosaics within the 16 churches. Further south on the route passing dramatic valleys, winding mountain roads and sandstone cliffs are the crusader castles of Kerak and Shobak.
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra is a highlight of any holiday to Jordan. Spend a full day exploring the temples, theatres, and tombs of this wonderful site. The Petra’s Treasury (tomb) after dark. A second day here would be easily filled and highly recommended. Visit Little Petra (Siq al-Barid) where there are some rare examples of Nabataean paintings or for the energetic, brave the 850 steps up to the monastery.
From Petra, take the fast route north to spend a day at leisure and experience the bizarre sensation of floating in the dead sea. After experiencing this phenomenon, travel a short distance to reach Bethany Beyond the Jordan, believed to be a location where Jesus of Nazareth was baptized by John the Baptist.
Explore the desert wilderness of Wadi Rum Protected Area. Wadi Rum’s cultural significance comes from its collection of petroglyphs, inscriptions, and other archaeological findings made on the site. People have been living in Wadi Rum for more than 12,000 years and have left their mark on the landscape by leaving behind more than 25,000 rock carvings and 20,000 inscriptions.
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December to February is winter across the country. Snow is common around Petra and Amman and the mountainous central spine. This period has 70% of the average annual precipitation, although it is a very dry country. It is a good time to visit the coast around Aqaba and the Dead Sea, as it remains pleasantly warm and dry in the day.
December to February is winter across the country. Snow is common around Petra and Amman and the mountainous central spine. This period has 70% of the average annual precipitation, although it is a very dry country. It is a good time to visit the coast around Aqaba and the Dead Sea, as it remains pleasantly warm and dry in the day.
March is a good time to visit Jordan, with the main sites remaining fairly quiet and spring on it’s way. Nights in the desert remain cold, but it is very pleasant in the day.
April and May are the most popular times to visit Jordan, as the wildflowers carpet the country’s otherwise desolate slopes. It is a good time for hiking as it is not too hot generally. Temperatures are warm across the country, with it starting to get hot around the Dead Sea and Aqaba. We recommend getting up very early to see Petra at sunrise, before most tourists arrive.
April and May are the most popular times to visit Jordan, as the wildflowers carpet the country’s otherwise desolate slopes. It is a good time for hiking as it is not too hot generally. Temperatures are warm across the country, with it starting to get hot around the Dead Sea and Aqaba. We recommend getting up very early to see Petra at sunrise, before most tourists arrive.
June to August is the height of summer, with stifling temperatures across much of the country. However, it is a dry heat, with pleasantly warm evenings and mornings. By avoiding the middle of the day and taking lots of water, Jordan can still be enjoyed at this time of year. It is a quieter time of year so it is easier to reserve a spot in your favourite accommodation.
June to August is the height of summer, with stifling temperatures across much of the country. However, it is a dry heat, with pleasantly warm evenings and mornings. By avoiding the middle of the day and taking lots of water, Jordan can still be enjoyed at this time of year. It is a quieter time of year so it is easier to reserve a spot in your favourite accommodation.
June to August is the height of summer, with stifling temperatures across much of the country. However, it is a dry heat, with pleasantly warm evenings and mornings. By avoiding the middle of the day and taking lots of water, Jordan can still be enjoyed at this time of year. It is a quieter time of year so it is easier to reserve a spot in your favourite accommodation.
September to November is generally a very good time to visit Jordan, although autumn is often indistinct. Temperatures start to cool off at the end of September, and the first signs of rain appear towards the end of October. It is a perfect time to visit Aqaba, with warm waters accommodating turtles and eagle rays.
September to November is generally a very good time to visit Jordan, although autumn is often indistinct. Temperatures start to cool off at the end of September, and the first signs of rain appear towards the end of October. It is a perfect time to visit Aqaba, with warm waters accommodating turtles and eagle rays.
September to November is generally a very good time to visit Jordan, although autumn is often indistinct. Temperatures start to cool off at the end of September, and the first signs of rain appear towards the end of October. It is a perfect time to visit Aqaba, with warm waters accommodating turtles and eagle rays.
December to February is winter across the country. Snow is common around Petra and Amman and the mountainous central spine. This period has 70% of the average annual precipitation, although it is a very dry country. It is a good time to visit the coast around Aqaba and the Dead Sea, as it remains pleasantly warm and dry in the day.
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