Jordan

A Signature Hiking Adventure from Dana to Petra

Price

1,495 USD

Duration

6 Days

Level

moderate

Date

May 19, 2023

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6 days

1,495 USD / 455 KWD / 5,525 AED / 5,685 SAR

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Overview

Jordan, an Arab nation on the east bank of Jordan River, is defined by ancient monuments, nature reserves and seaside resorts. Among other things, the country is known for Petra, that is, the 4th c BC Nabatean capital with its tombs, temples, and administrative building carved into the pink sandstone cliffs, as well as the Dana Biosphere Reserve, which is the largest nature reserve in Jordan.

With this trip, you will have the opportunity to hike on a section of the Jordan Trail – recognized as one of the best 15 trails in the world – starting from the high mountain plateaus heading down to Araba Valley, exploring, on the way, diverse ecosystems hidden in the canyons, different climate zones and varied landscapes. The route ends at Petra: one of the Seven New Wonders of the World, with the majestic ambience of bygone eras.

Trip highlights:

Hike along the famous Jordan Trail.
Visit the unique Dana Biosphere Reserve.
Camp under the stars, living for a while like a Bedouin.
Explore Petra: one of the Seven New Wonders of the World.
Observe the fauna and flora hidden in the wadis of the Jordan Trail.

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Activities: camping, cultural interactions, cultural sightseeing, hiking/trekking, nature watching

Itinerary Details

Day 1 (19th May 2023): Arrival at Amman – Transfer to Dana (D)

Upon arrival at the Amman airport, you will be welcomed by a Rahhalah representative, and once the whole group assembles, you will be transferred to Dana (a 3-4-hour drive).

Note: Arrival at Amman must be before 12:00pm. If there are no convenient flights, please arrange to arrive one day earlier, and you will be picked up in the morning from your hotel (cost of extra night is not included in the price of the trip).

When in Dana, you will check in in your hotel, and you will spend the rest of the day in leisure, relaxing, or exploring the area at your own pace.

In the evening, you will meet with your guide for a trip briefing and gear preparation and, then, you will enjoy your first dinner in Jordan.

Accommodation: Dana Tower Hotel or similar

Day 2 (20th May 2023): Dana – Mansoura Village (B, L, D)

After an early breakfast in Dana Nature Reserve, you will embark for your hiking adventure, heading down towards Mansoura Village, walking along the edge of a plateau overlooking Wadi Araba, finally reaching small village in Shobak where you will set camp.

Distance/Duration of Hiking: 16 km, approx. 6 hrs
Accommodation: Camping in durable tents (twin share). Note that the camp is basic, with no electricity, running water, or modern bathroom facilities.

Day 3 (21st May 2023): Mansoura Village – Ras Al-Faid (B, L, D)

After enjoying a beautiful sunrise and an early breakfast at the camp, you head towards the second camp of the trail, Ras Al Faid, following 4x4 tracks along the plateau that overlooks Al-Shobak Mountains

Distance/Duration of Hiking: 21 km, approx. 7-8 hrs
Accommodation: Camping in durable tents (twin share). Note that the camp is basic, with no electricity, running water, or modern bathroom facilities.

Day 4 (22nd May 2023): Ras Al-Faid – Little Petra (B, L, D)

After breakfast, you will leave Ras Al-Faid, hiking on rocky terrain, enjoying on the way spectacular views of the barren desert landscape and interesting encounters with desert vegetation or animals. Once you arrive in Little Petra, you will settle into a Bedouin camp hidden behind the mountains.

Distance/Duration of Hiking: 21 km, approx. 7-8 hrs

Accommodation: Camping in durable tents (twin share). Note that the camp is basic, with no electricity, running water, or modern bathroom facilities.

Day 5 (23rd May 2023): Little Petra – Petra (B, L, D)

After breakfast, you will enter Petra from the side of Little Petra, that is, “from the back door”, following an ancient Nabatean route that will take you out of the valley and around the mountains. You will first reach the “Monastery” before the route takes you to the famous “Treasury” and, through the “Siq”, to the visitors’ center. The trail will end at Wadi Musa, before you check in in your hotel for a well-deserved relaxing evening.

Distance/Duration of Hiking: 16 km, approx. 6 hrs
Accommodation: 4* hotel or camp in Petra

Day 6 (24th May 2023): Transfer to Amman – Departure (B)

After breakfast, you will check out and you will be transferred, as a group, to Amman International Airport for your flight back home (a 2-3-hour drive).
Note: It is recommended that your departure flights are after 5pm.

Notes

This cost is based on Double Occupancy. Single Supplement applies additional.
The cost is based on a group of min 4 people, and Rahhalah reserves the right to change the price if the trip runs with fewer participants.
All services stipulated above are subject to availability at the time of booking/reservation. All prices are subject to change.
All accommodation is subject to change to a similar one depending on availability.

The Price Includes:

All private transfers as described in the itinerary.
6 nights’ accommodation in camps/hotels as described in itinerary, double/shared occupancy.
Meals as described.
Activities as described.
Professional local and assistant guides for the hiking activity.
Entrance fees for Dana Reserve and Petra.

The Price Excludes:

International Airfare.
PCR Test.
Quarantine expenses.
Optional activities.
Travel Insurance.
Meals not specified above.
Visa fees.
Beverages and personal expenses.
Tips and gratuities.

Important: The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, road challenges or operating conditions. At any moment, the guide has the RIGHT to change the program for the safety and convenience of the travelers.

Also, the trip's price does not cover expenses that may occur due to conditions beyond Rahhalah's control (force
majeure). Such cases include but are not limited to extreme weather conditions, flight cancellations or delays, and natural phenomena (earthquakes, volcano eruptions, hurricanes, etc.). We, the Rahhalah team, both in our HQ and on the ground, will do our best to assist you with alternative arrangements (like new accommodation and/or transportation arrangements, revised itinerary and activities etc.), but ALL NEW COSTS incurred because of force majeure are to be covered by the traveler.

We strongly recommend that, before your departure, you purchase travel insurance that covers trip cancellation costs, loss of baggage or personal items, medical emergencies, and other unexpected circumstances that cannot be controlled by Rahhalah or any traveler.