Jordan — Rose City & Desert Wonders
Jordan is one of the most approachable and dramatically rewarding destinations in the Middle East. The rose-red rock-cut city of Petra — carved by the Nabataeans over 2,000 years ago — is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Jordan's compact geography means Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, and Jerash can all be visited in five to seven days. The country is remarkably safe, the hospitality is legendary.
Highlights
- ◆Petra — Nabataean rock-cut city; Treasury, Monastery, Royal Tombs; New Seven Wonders
- ◆Wadi Rum — UNESCO World Heritage desert of red sandstone; Lawrence of Arabia country
- ◆Dead Sea — Float at 430m below sea level; mineral mud spa; Earth's lowest point
- ◆Jerash — Best-preserved Roman city outside Rome; 2,000 years old; remarkably intact
- ◆Amman — Modern Arab capital with ancient Roman theatre and vibrant café culture
- ◆Aqaba — Jordan's Red Sea resort with year-round diving on pristine coral reefs
- ◆Dana Biosphere Reserve — Jordan's largest nature reserve; hiking and wildlife
Key Destinations in Jordan
Petra — The Rose-Red City
The Nabataean capital was carved directly from rose-red sandstone cliffs over 2,000 years ago. The iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh, 40m high) is reached through the Siq.
Wadi Rum — Valley of the Moon
A UNESCO World Heritage Site described by T.E. Lawrence as 'vast, echoing and God-like.'
Dead Sea
At 430 metres below sea level, the Dead Sea is Earth's lowest point on dry land. Its water is 34% salinity.
Jerash
One of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities anywhere outside Italy.
Amman
Jordan's surprisingly young capital is one of the Middle East's friendliest cities.