An Active Jordan Adventure

Embark on a culinary adventure through the captivating streets of Amman to experience the true essence of Middle Eastern cuisine. This streetfood tour offers an unrivalled opportunity to venture off the beaten path and enjoy grilled meats, creamy hummus, crispy falafel, and locally crafted cheeses.

Located in the picturesque Ajloun Governorate, this enchanting forest reserve offers a captivating escape from the city. One of the main attractions is its diverse and abundant wildlife –the reserve is home to the Syrian wolf,  striped hyena, and a myriad of migratory birds. You will embark on a hiking trail that winds through the forest.

Jerash is a truly incredible site, extremely well preserved and with remains from Neolithic times, as well as Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Umayyad and others. As one of the best preserved cities of the Roman Empire, visited by Emperor Hadrian 129 AD, it’s possible to walk within the tracks of chariot wheels that are still visible in the paving stones.

Lace up your hiking boots today as you head into the Dana biosphere, the largest national park in Jordan. Here you can explore a huge array of landscapes and biodiversity along with your expert local guide who will lead you along the Nawatef Trail. The trail is circular and takes approximately two hours to hike, from the Al-Barrah area, to the scenic mountains and to the springs and ancient ruins of the Nawatef area.

As well as being a treat for history and archeology lovers, Petra is an outstanding destination for those who love to hike through wild desert scenery and seemingly stumble upon world class ruins. If this resonates with you, we recommend starting at Little Petra, a separate archeological site which has also been awarded UNESCO world heritage status and is well worth visiting, particularly for its beautifully decorated ‘dining room cave’ with wall and ceiling paintings depicting wine and vines. You then trek the three to four hours through the wilderness of the sandstone mountains, dramatic scenery around you at every turn, until eventually you approach Petra at the monastery. Your private guide will escort you through the site in the opposite order to how most people do this – arriving at the monastery you will end at the Treasury and then the Siq.

Explore more of Petra on an exhilarating hike to the High Place of Sacrifice, a holy and sacred part of the Petra complex. After a challenging (particularly in the heat) approximate 45 minute climb up steps (some uneven) you will arrive at the ancient altar site where animals were dedicated to the gods, and their blood drained away through the stone. The hike winds back down to Petra over another hour and a half or so, and along the way you will see various burial sites.

Embark on an exhilarating jeep tour through the magnificent desert alongside a knowledgeable local Bedouin guide. Marvel at the endless expanse of golden sands stretching before you, and be mesmerised by the fascinating formations of rocks that punctuate the landscape. As you traverse this breathtaking terrain, take advantage of the opportunity to engage with your guide, delving into his unique way of life, the cherished traditions of the Bedouin culture, and the secrets of desert survival—all of which stand in stark contrast to our own familiar existence.

Immerse yourself in authentic Arabic culture today as you visit a local home for the chance to chop, cook, learn and dine. You will learn about the Arabic kitchen and how to prepare a traditional Arabic meal with the help of some pretty experienced kitchen hands. Jordan has long been the spice centre of the world and has been pivotal in the spice trade itself. This means that the dishes you cook and learn about today will be jam-packed with these colourful and aromatic additions. As you chop and cook you’ll be able to chat with your hosts and learn more about their way of life.