Jordan not amongst the first choice as a family destination, but as your feet deeper into the desert sand of this country, you will realize that it has all the characteristics for s fun filled and a adventure family holiday. The country offers many exciting corners from the modern city of Amman, to the historical city of Jerash, the magnificent lost city of Petra, allure of the Wadi Rum, and a dip in the shallow waters of Dead Sea. The country is perfect blend of adventure, and some down time with the family and is best explored with a chauffeured / guide on private basis.
Amman
One of the oldest continuously cohabitated cities in the world, Amman is an enchanting mix of ancient and modern. Explore the city built on seven hills a blend of modern gleaming white houses, historical and biblical sites. Visit the main sights of King Abdullah Mosque (Blue Mosque): the citadel situated on the highest hill offering panoramic views of the city houses excavated ruins of Umayyad palace, the Roman built Hercules temple, museum with Dead Sea scrolls, and Roman theatre built during 2nd century BC with a capacity of 6000 seats. On a half day excursion visit the city of Jerash considered the best preserved city of the Roman empire, exploring the ancient ruins, walking through arched gateways to the colonnaded streets, temples and baths.
Petra
Embark on this classic journey along the Kings Highway that takes you to the ancient Nabataean archeological City of Petra. En-route take stops at Mt Nebo known as site of Moses Tomb, Madaba for its ancient Byzantine & Umayyad Mosaics, and the largest crusader castle at Kerak. The approach passageway is through a narrow canyon with steep rising sides giving an air of mystery opening to large expanse of Petra’s famous monument. Spend a couple of nights at Petra, exploring its ornate architecture carved in pink stones. Visit the main remains with an expert guide that includes colonnaded streets, royal tombs, temples, and marvel at the amazing theatre with 8000 seats carved with solid rock. the city is best explored on foot.
Wadi Rum
Home of TE Lawrence during the 1st world War, Wadi Rum is a quintessential desert with its lunar like landscape with huge mountains made of sandstone and narrow gorges. Get on a 4WD vehicle or camel back to start your desert adventure over the rolling sand dunes. For adventure seekers a night under the stars in the desert camp is an experience of life time, for others they can visit this as a day trip from Petra
Dead Sea
The deepest of blue waters, mineral enriched healing muds and the lowest point on earth 430 m below sea level Dead Sea is flanked by mountains to the east and rolling hills of Jerusalem to its west .The area today has developed into a rigorous and a wellness hubs with its northeast coast lined by luxury resorts. Take an opportunity to take advantage of the various spa treatments.
