TASTE AND TRAILS OF JORDAN
9-DAY JORDAN ITINERARY
Trip Style: Adventure
ABSORB ANCIENT HISTORY & MODERN CULTURE IN JORDAN THROUGH THE EYES OF LOCALS
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STARTING AT $4495 per person
September 7-15, 2026May 23-31, 2027
October 2-10, 2027Fully guided 9-day Jordan group trip
4-12 people
Pairs with our Saudi Arabia add-on
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STARTING AT $4995 per person
Fully guided 9-day Jordan itinerary
Private transit
Minimum of 2 people
Trip Highlights
Boutique hotel stays with handcrafted local touches + sunsets & stargazing during our Bedouin glamping
Little Petra to Petra “back door” hiking route plus canyoning through the breathtaking Wadi Mujib
Human-centered experiences with local women’s cooperatives
Visits to unique historic sites including the Um Qais, Jerash and the Amman Citadel
Experience hyper local, seasonal cuisine complete with a cooking class
If you’ve been looking for a Jordan itinerary that is adventurous, human-centered and experience-oriented then this is the one for you! This 9-day Jordan trip takes you from the bustling capital of Amman, down to Petra and Wadi Rum, then up north to the lush region of Um Qais. Each day highlights the best in the region, from a dip in the Dead Sea, to canyoning at Wadi Mujib to experiencing Jordan’s best hiking trails from Little Petra to Petra to the ochre landscapes of Wadi Rum. Enjoy true Bedouin hospitality along the way before venturing north to visit the ancient Greek & Roman ruins of Umm Qais overlooking the Sea of Galilee as well as Jerash. Along the way we visit numerous social enterprises on Jordan’s Meaningful Travel Map, engaging with women’s cooperatives and a community-run cooking project where you’ll learn to make traditional Jordanian dishes. You’ll stay in boutique accommodations as well as get the full Bedouin glamping experience. We'll feast on seasonal, farm-to-table eats the whole journey through, connecting the inextricable links between culture, cuisine and hospitality in Jordan.
Book our 9-day Jordan group trip or select Jordan Custom Dates September through May! Starting at $4495 per person. See all inclusions, itinerary details and complete pricing in the drop downs below.
Also consider our 5-day Saudi Arabia add-on!
why this trip?
Testimonials
Trip Inclusions
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8 nights total stay, combination of 3- and 4-star boutique hotels, Bedouin camp full structured tents, and gorgeous B&B with private rooms and shared bathrooms
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Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
Private vehicle transit between all excursions
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15+ miles fully guided hiking along the Jordan Trail
Entry to Little Petra, Petra and Wadi Rum
Visit to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth
Wadi Mujib canyoning experience, complete with rope and ladder gear provided
Bedouin desert camp experience, with homestyle food, music under the stars, and cultural education
Visit to multiple women’s cooperatives including a cooking experience
Guided visit to the Citadel & Roman Theatre in Amman, the Greek & Roman ruins of Umm Qais and the Roman provincial city of Jerash
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Daily breakfast + 6 dinners + 5 lunches
Includes a Welcome Dinner cooking class & farm-to-table, sustainable minded meals with seasonal ingredients
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Experience with our Community Partner + donation to their organization
Dedicated local guide throughout your trip
Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
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Extra nights in Amman
5-day post-trip Saudi Arabia add-on
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International airfare or required visas
Jordan Explorer Pass, required for site entry and visa waiver
Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
Tips to your local guide, Traverse guide, drivers, etc.
Alcohol, unless specified
Required travel insurance
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You'll be paired with a roommate of your same gender unless you request your own room.
STARTING at $4495 per person - double occupancy
+$495 'My own room' option
STARTING at $125/$135 Extra night (single/double pricing per room)
Minimum 2 people required to confirm departure.
$2695 per person, double occupancy
$2995 per person, single occupancy
See all trip details and inclusions here.
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STARTING at $4995 per person - double occupancy, minimum 2 people
+$495 'My own room' option or odd bookings (3, 5, etc.)
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STARTING at +$50 Amman Food Tour, Day 1. A 3-hour guided food tour to taste the best Jordanian food, experience the markets, sample fresh juices, meet some locals and explore downtown Amman with an expert local tour guide. Price depends on availability and number of participants.
Extra nights, pricing on request
Saudi Arabia 5-day add on, details here
See the Daily Itinerary on Steller!
FAQs
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This Jordan trip has one long hike and several shorter ones. The trail is not super technical, though there are inclines and declines throughout the trail. While your fitness level doesn't have to be like an athlete, you should be able to hike for multiple hours at a time through diverse terrain.
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Not at all! We're quite adept at tailoring to your needs. Whether gluten free (including Celiac), vegetarian or vegan, dairy or lactose free, or if you have a specific allergy or intolerance we can work around your needs and provide fresh, locally sourced meals that will keep you nourished and satisfied.
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Yes, for this itinerary you’ll have a guide and driver with you throughout the trip when you book self-guided. You’ll have lots of opportunities for flexibility throughout your day for explorations on your own if you’d like too.
Terms & Conditions
Please refer to your Registration Packet for complete Terms & Conditions, which can also be obtained by submitting a request to hello@traversejourneys.com
Deposit
A $500 deposit per person per trip is required for each traveler to secure the booking. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable unless otherwise indicated on booking with the exception of our 24-hour No Regrets policy. A booking is not final until you receive a final confirmation from us.
24-hour No Regrets Policy: If, within 24 hours of submitting your deposit, you decide to cancel your booking you may request a refund, which will be granted less transaction fees.
Payment
Payments can be made either by 1) Normal Payment terms of 50% due 30 days after booking and 50% due 90 days prior to departure or 2) Monthly terms of equal installments with a $10 per month fee. Payments options include ACH, wire, credit card or Zelle. Payee is responsible for all transaction or processing fees. Late payments are given a two-week grace period; after that a $10 per month late payment fee will be charged.
Cancellations Policy
Group Trips & Retreats: Cancellations, less the trip deposit, are refundable up to 120 days prior to the trip start date.
Custom and Self-Guided: All payments non-refundable. Requests for transfers may be considered in extenuating circumstances and may incur a change fee.
To cancel a booking, Traveler must submit a request to us in writing by email to hello@traversejourneys.com
Flexible Booking Policy Specific to COVID-19
In the wake of COVID-19, Traverse has implemented a flexible booking policy that allows for deposits and payments to be transferrable to the greatest extent possible to new trip dates should a recurrence of COVID-19 render travel impossible due to border closures and related travel restrictions.
Travel Insurance
The trip price does not include travel insurance. Trip protection-style travel insurance that includes travel medical coverage is required for all trips with Traverse. The coverage must have a minimum $150,000 of medical coverage and include injury, medical, evacuation, and repatriation. See more info at https://traversejourneys.com/insurance
Documents, Personal Identification, Vaccinations
Traveler assumes complete and full responsibility for all required travel documents including passport, visas, entry or exit fees, and vaccinations. Traveler is also solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. Traverse does not cover the cost or assist in obtaining any of the above, and reserves the right to collect information on all.
