Trip Overview
Worth noting…
Wanna hit TWO incred Middle Eastern countries instead of one? Bet. On many departures, it’s poss to continue the adventure in Israel on Day 7. Sweeet! Check out our Delve Deep: Jordan & Israel trip for more info.
Tales From Topdeckers
Trip itinerary
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Amman – Madaba, Mt Nebo and Karak – Petra
2Get your fill of brekkie goodness. You’re gonna need it as we hit the road to Petra. The Lost City is the end goal, but the journey is just as sweet. First? Madaba. Known as the City of Mosaics, every corner EXPLODES with intricacy, vitality and colour. Want to see the blueprint of today’s Sat Nav? The ancient Madaba Map – detailing sacred lands from Egypt to Lebanon – is not to be missed. Next stop: Mt Nebo. Step into the sandals of Moses and soak up breathtaking views of the Promised Land. Then: saddle up and charge Karak Castle, one of the largest crusader strongholds ever built. About to collapse from pure elation? We’re not done yet. Flex your chef skills in an optional local cooking class. Then experience Petra – after dark. Opt for a surreal walking tour feat. traditional music and a carpet of 1,500 glowing candles. One word: astounding.
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Included Today
- Visit Madaba
- Visit Mt Nebo
- Visit Karak Castle
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Optional extras
- Cooking class in Petra: from 47 USD
- Petra by Night tour: from 24 USD
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Included Today
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Petra
3Can you imagine wandering through the streets of a 10,000-year-old city? Don't just imagine it. LIVE it. The Lost City is a labyrinth of ancient tombs, hypnotic temples and flaming-red cliff faces. Our day begins with an orientation walk with our expert Trip Leader. Then: spend the arvo uncovering all of Petra’s secrets for yourself. A fan of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade? Rock the fedora and pose for a photo in front of the iconic rose-red façade. Bucket-list moment: tick! Worked up an appetite? You won’t wanna miss tonight’s optional dinner: an authentic meal of maqluba with a local family. Awesome food with awesome people guaranteed.
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Included Today
- Orientation walk of Petra with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Optional extras
- Dinner with a local family in Petra: from 43 USD
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Included Today
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Petra – Wadi Rum
4After brekkie, hop in a 4x4 and cruise across the burnt-orange sands of The Valley of the Moon. Our destination for one night only? A Bedouin Camp in the crux of the Jordanian desert. Dinner is prepared by a nomadic tribe who has seen the world evolve before its very eyes. Authentic food, hearty tales, and a group of unforgettable camp mates – what more could you want? Oh go on, there’s the chance to get starry-eyed with an optional stargazing experience later too. Perfect.
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Included Today
- Wadi Rum 4x4 excursion
- Stay overnight in Bedouin desert camp
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Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Optional extras
- Stargazing in the desert: from 30 USD
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Included Today
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Wadi Rum – Aqaba
5We’re swapping sand for sea today, so get ready for all things aquatic at Aqaba! The only coastal city in Jordan sits on the edge of the Red Sea. You know what that means? It's your chance to trade feet for fins and dive right in! Spot Sebastian, Nemo and some coooool dude turtles. Discover lost army tanks, sunken airplanes and mysterious shipwrecks. Once you’re done with your gills, it’s time to hang up the flippers and head to the beach for sunset. A shawarma (Jordanian kebab) isn’t for sharing, but there’s plenty to go round!
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Optional extras
- Diving in Aqaba: prices available locally
- Snorkelling in Aqaba: from 45 USD
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Meals
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Aqaba – Dead Sea – Amman
6A big fan of salt? You love it on your hot chips. But how about on your skin? ’Cos the Dead Sea is FULL of it. Float on top of the rippling water like a weightless cloud. Even after a hefty serving of breakfast. Ever dipped a papercut into salt by accident? Yep. You’ve just scrunched up your face. Same thing applies here – let those hairs grow. Nobody is looking – pinky swear. Soak up the natural minerals, say see ya to stress, and then wave goodbye to the lowest point on Earth. We’re going full circle back to where this journey began: Amman. Here, our top-tier Trip Leader will fill you in on allll the historical deets with a walking tour. Byzantine Basilica, Ummayad Palace, the Temple of Hercules... Hope you're ready to catch your jaw – it’s about to DROP.
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Included Today
- Float in the Dead Sea
- Walking tour of Amman with Trip Leader
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Included Today
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Amman, including Jerash
7Still haven’t had your fill of history lessons? Grab a goblet, you’re off to Jerash – home to Roman ruins so good even Italy’s jealous. Check out Hadrian’s Arch and the Temple of Zeus. Stroll down the columned cardo maximus. Then find a fallen column to rest up on and enjoy the jaw-dropping views. Back in Amman, the afternoon is yours. Head downtown for all the ancient city vibes. Take a coffee break in the hip area of Jabal Al Lweibdeh. Or check out the thriving contemporary art scene in Jabal Amman. And tonight? We’ll give this incred trip the send-off it deserves with one final group dinner at a local eatery.
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Included Today
- See the Roman ruins of Jerash
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Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Included Today
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Amman
8Down your pomegranate juice and brush away those tears – we’ll say our goodbyes after breakfast. WHAT an adventure it’s been. Swap those Insta handles and pencil in next year’s reunion trip.
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Meals
- Breakfast
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Meals
What's included
Included experiences
- - Visit Madaba
- - Visit Mt Nebo
- - Visit Karak Castle
- - Orientation walk of Petra with Trip Leader
- - Wadi Rum 4x4 excursion
- - Stay overnight in Bedouin desert camp
- - Float in the Dead Sea
- - Walking tour of Amman with Trip Leader
- - See the Roman ruins of Jerash
Accommodation
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-6 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin-share), 1 night in a Bedouin desert camp (twin-share)
Transport
Optional activities
- FYI: these are optional activities available locally. Things might change
- prices are here to give you a rough idea.
- Cooking class in Petra: from 47 USD
- Petra by Night tour: from 24 USD
- Dinner with a local family in Petra: from 43 USD
- Camel ride in Wadi Rum: from 25 USD
- Stargazing in Wadi Rum: from 30 USD
- Diving in Aqaba: prices available locally
- Snorkelling in Aqaba: from 45 USD
Other information
Important note on Ramadan
As many Middle Eastern countries are of Islamic faith, it is important to note many restaurants and shops will either be closed or operating on reduced hours during Ramadan. As a result, some optional and included activities on your trip may be affected. Ramadan, which dates vary depending on your year of travel, is an incredibly important and sacred month for Muslims. When equipped with some basic knowledge, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in this special tradition and experience all its highlights.
Airport transfers
Individual transfers are included for all passengers flying into Amman. Please provide arrival flight details as soon as possible, a minimum of six weeks before departure. You will be met before immigration by an airport representative with a Topdeck sign. Please refer to the ‘Visas’ section below for details on this process. Once you’ve cleared immigration and customs you will transferred to your hotel to check in. If you have booked pre-tour accommodation, please advise us no later than six weeks before arriving in order for us to make arrangements.
Visas
For all non-restricted nationalities (please check the eligibility for your passport) we will obtain a free visa on your behalf. To obtain your free visa on arrival in Amman, we will require your full passport, flight and insurance details no later than 60 days before arriving to ensure our representative can meet you before immigration. If you do not provide us with these details we will be unable to obtain a free visa for you and you will be subject to paying the full amount on arrival.
Accommodation
On your trip you will primarily stay in quality three-star hotels on a single or twin-share basis, depending on what you have booked. You will also get to experience a night in a desert camp at Wadi Rum. The camp features twin-share tents or cabins, with beds, pillows and all sheets and blankets provided. The bathroom facilities are basic (hey, you're in the desert!) and the showers are usually cold-water only – but it's all part of an amazing experience!
Views & Reviews
Latest Reviews
Average rating based on 13 reviews
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Laura Ro October 2023
The Jordan Deep Delve Trip was amazing!!! Such a beautiful country, I loved it. Our trip leader Issa was so great, he knew so much about all the areas we visited and the history of the region. He told us all about customs in Jordan. I learnt so much. Highlight was definitely camping in Wadi Rum desert. You can't beat watching the sun go down in the desert. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who is wanting to visit Jordan.
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Jayshika Na October 2023
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Angel Ar September 2022
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