Explore Jordan’s beautiful scenery and famous historic sites. Unfold the history in Amann, the capital city, with a guided walking tour to the Citadel. Here, view the archeological site that is supposedly one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited places. Explore the well-renowned Temple of Hercules and ancient walls to the Roman Theatre. Stay in a tent that night in Wadi Rum, one of the most beautiful deserts in the world, for an authentic historical experience. Explore the desert further by taking a jeep tour through the deserts, with viewings of colorful and vibrant rocks and sands. Walk through canyons and spot ancient inscriptions on the walls from the camel caravans. Afterwards, enjoy an authentic Bedouin dinner that may feature traditional slow cooked meats, spiced rice, and flatbreads. Head to Petra, where each traveler will explore The Lost City, founded by the Biblical Nabataean around 2,000 years ago. Travelers will learn that The Last Crusade and Indiana Jones were recognized for using Petra’s most beautiful tombs, the Treasury. Travelers will then see the Dead Sea, the saltiest and lowest point on earth. Here, travelers will have the opportunity to experience effortlessly floating in this sea. After this, explore the religious Mount Nebo in Madaba, where Moses was able to view the Promised Land before his death. These sites will leave each traveler with an abundance of religious and historical knowledge that is special and symbolic to Jordan.
This is a 7 day trip that costs $1,495 led by Under30 Experiences, which caters to solo travelers and adventurous young adults ages 21-35, but they don’t enforce a strict age limit. They are a small team that loves sustainable travel by supporting local communities in an eco-friendly way. The company was founded 10+ years ago by co-founders Matt Wilson and Jared O’Toole. They were rated one of CATALYST PLANET’s 8 Best Sustainable Travel Companies.