Jordan Treks & Tours

Jordan offers dramatic desert landscapes, ancient cities and remarkable cultural heritage, with the best regions to explore including Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, Dana Biosphere Reserve and the Jordan Valley.

Petra: The ancient Nabataean city of Petra is carved into rose-coloured sandstone cliffs and explored through narrow desert canyons and historic trails.

Wadi Rum Desert: Wadi Rum’s towering sandstone mountains and vast desert valleys create spectacular landscapes explored on foot and by desert vehicle.

Dead Sea: The Dead Sea lies within the lowest point on Earth where mineral-rich waters and dramatic desert scenery define the landscape.

Dana Biosphere Reserve: Dana’s rugged mountains and deep valleys offer rewarding trekking through Jordan’s largest nature reserve.

Jordan Valley & Biblical Landscapes: The Jordan Valley connects historic religious sites and fertile landscapes along one of the region’s most significant historic corridors.

The best time to travel to Jordan for hiking, trekking and adventure touring is usually between October and April when temperatures are cooler and conditions are more comfortable for exploring desert landscapes.

Jordan has an arid desert climate with hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range between 15°C and 40°C (59°F–104°F) depending on the season.

During the hotter months temperatures can rise significantly, though early morning or evening exploration can still be rewarding. Travelling during quieter periods can reveal peaceful desert scenery and dramatic landscapes.

Jordan is +2 hours ahead of UTC/GMT

Arabic (official), English

Jordanian Dinar

USD is the most widely accepted currency

+962

Electricity in Jordan is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

There is no pre-arranged visa required to enter Jordan for passport holders from the following countries:

Australia

New Zealand

Canada

United States

United Kingdom

Please provide your reservations consultant with a scan of your passport so that we can organize the free Single entry group visa to Jordan.

Note the free Single entry group visa to Jordan is based on the same arrival and departure dates for each World Expeditions group trip only and valid for one single entry. Otherwise normal visa fees apply upon arrival or prior to travel.

If you are doing other tours or extending your stay in Jordan (not with World Expeditions), you will be required to apply for a separate visa with the other tour operator.

In rare instances, we may be able to obtain permission from the Jordanian authorities to extend the departure date on your single entry free visa – please check with your travel agent or World Expeditions reservations consultant.

If you are planning to travel to another country and return to Jordan at a later date (eg. Israel, Turkey or other Middle East countries), you will need to obtain and pay for your Double or Multiple entry individual visa at any Jordanian embassy or consulate prior to travel to Jordan. Departure taxes may also be payable and are at your own expense. For more information refer - http://international.visitjordan.com/generalinformation/gettingaround/bordercrossings.aspx

Single entry one month individual visas can be obtained for 40 Jordanian Dinars (subject to change) upon arrival at the Amman Queen Alia International Airport and at any border crossing EXCEPT the Allenby Bridge (King Hussein Bridge) and the ferry boat from Egypt. Visas must be arranged in advance and cannot be obtained at these crossings. For more information refer - http://international.visitjordan.com/generalinformation/entryintojordan.aspx

Travellers considering a future trip to Iran or other Arab countries can request the Jordanian authorities to provide an entry card instead of an entry stamp on arrival. You should keep this entry card with your passport until you leave.

Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date you enter.

All other nationalities should check with your nearest embassy or consulate.

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.