Were Jordan to be captured in a single image, it would be Al-Khazneh, the iconic treasury building in the Nabatean city of Petra, carved from its sandstone rock-face, but to view it as the total of all the country’s offerings would be a huge oversight. An oasis of calm in the troubled context of the Middle East, Jordan thrills visitors on the banks of the Dead Sea, in the Red Sea resort town of Aqaba and in its capital Amman, where Al-Rainbow Street is alive with bars and restaurants.
Must see: Thirty miles north of Amman, Jerash is one of the best-preserved Roman sites in the Middle East – and arguably the most accessible in an era when Baalbek (Lebanon), Palmyra (Syria) and Leptis Magna (Libya) are off-limits. I recall sitting on the top tier of its giant amphitheatre on a cool January day, imagining second century ghosts at my side.
Explore the vast emptiness of Jordan`s Wadi Rum and desert mountains
Self drive tour of Jordan
There's no better way to explore Jordan than on a self drive journey. Starting in Amman, explore the land of the Nabataeans. Visit Amman's Citadel, the mosaics of Madaba, the Dana Nature Reserve, the Crusader Castle of Karak, the ancient Nabatean stone city of Petra, Wadi Rum and the Red Sea.
The Kingdom of Jordan. Being one of the most seductive places in the Middle East, Jordan is thought to be one of the wonders of the world.
Jordan: Steam, Petra & Dead Sea from Rail Holidays of the World is an exhilarating holiday in Jordan. Available from 4 Nov 2024 to 4 Nov 2024 this 10 day trip costs from £3,295, which includes flights.
Follow the ancient Bedouin paths in one of the world's friendliest countries. End your trip with a dip in the dead sea, after exploring the beautiful mountains, canyons and escarpments of Jordan.
Trek through the Wadi Feynan in the Dana Nature Reserve through deep gorges and across high ridges to the red rose city of Petra. Camp Bedouin-style with your local guide and crew on this enchanting exploration of Jordan. This is a physically challenging hike and may not be suitable for everyone.
With so many things to do and see in Jordan, choose our Highlights of Jordan Tour to ensure you don’t go back home wishing that you’d had more time.
Explore the heritage of Jordan in this 2-week tour of the desert castles, Jerash, the highlights of Petra and Wadi Rum before relaxing on the shores of Aqaba.
Jordan is one of our favourite countries in the Middle East as it combines all the best parts of the region.
Everybody, whether child or adult, falls in love with Jordanian cuisine from the very first bite.
