Jordan Travel Guide
Although you’d be right to be picturing deserts, Bedouins and people gently bobbing cork-like in a lake right now, Jordan has some surprises for you. Though we’ll be the first to admit, the Dead Sea is a hyper-saline, aquatic oddity you won’t want to miss. Add a trip to a pine forest to your things to do list too. Elsewhere, a hike through a pine-scented trail might be a little too ordinary. In a country that’s 85% desert, it’s a welcome change from rose-red sands. And, after days wandering the tombs, facades, squares, ruins and water systems of Petra, that greenery will cut through the millennia of history that’s ingrained in your imagination. The mind-boggling notion that only 15% of Petra has been excavated only adds to the wonder of Jordan’s ancient showstopper.
And if, so far, holidays in Jordan aren’t quite shaping up to be the relaxing lounge by the pool you imagined, prepare for more FOMO. In the south, a well-preserved section of Red Sea shoreline delivers on coral, sea creatures and beach life. That’s if you can spare the time between canyoning through wadis, hiking to hot springs and exploring some of the best kept Roman ruins in the world.
Jordan Travel Guide
Although you’d be right to be picturing deserts, Bedouins and people gently bobbing cork-like in a lake right now, Jordan has some surprises for you. Though we’ll be the first to admit, the Dead Sea is a hyper-saline, aquatic oddity you won’t want to miss. Add a trip to a pine forest to your things to do list too. Elsewhere, a hike through a pine-scented trail might be a little too ordinary. In a country that’s 85% desert, it’s a welcome change from rose-red sands. And, after days wandering the tombs, facades, squares, ruins and water systems of Petra, that greenery will cut through the millennia of history that’s ingrained in your imagination. The mind-boggling notion that only 15% of Petra has been excavated only adds to the wonder of Jordan’s ancient showstopper.
And if, so far, holidays in Jordan aren’t quite shaping up to be the relaxing lounge by the pool you imagined, prepare for more FOMO. In the south, a well-preserved section of Red Sea shoreline delivers on coral, sea creatures and beach life. That’s if you can spare the time between canyoning through wadis, hiking to hot springs and exploring some of the best kept Roman ruins in the world.
Soundtrack of the country
A slice of Jordan life
3 course meal for 2: £32.42
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A regular cappuccino: £3.03
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A medium beer: £5.40
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One-way (Local Transport): £0.54
A slice of Jordan life
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3 course meal for 2: £32.42
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A regular cappuccino: £3.03
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A medium beer: £5.40
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One-way (Local Transport): £0.54
Soundtrack of the country
Weather in Jordan
Jordan’s scorching summer (Jun-Sept) temps hit 40°C in Amman. Worth noting if you’re popping in just a sun lounger and swimming pool break. Embrace the heat or swing by in spring (Mar-May) when the desert blooms and hikes are tolerable. Autumn = scuba heaven but as it’s the Goldilocks season, expect crowds.
Discover the real Jordan
The real Jordan dates back over millennia – and it is yours to stroll around whenever you please. Alhough, the tourist-centric additions to Petra do detract a little from the original city. Elsewhere, Bedouin culture, Roman ruins and bustling markets are rich sources of everyday life.
Does your itinerary have room for 100,000 religious, historic and iconic sites of interest? Roman ruins, ancient cities and wadis are the central theme, but make sure you allow room for thermal springs, hypersaline floatation sessions and even a little forest bathing. Jordan’s greenery is sparse – enjoy it whenever you can.
Eating in Jordan is a very tactile experience. Though, really only with the right hand. Cutlery is thin on the ground – but most foods – apart from fuul (a chicken stew) – are made to be eaten by hand. Expect falafel and shawarma to dominate the street food scene. The national dish – lamb mansaf, is a must try.
Jordan may be small, but everything from the sheer number of things to do, to the sites to explore in Petra are numerous. A helping hand here will steer you towards the must-sees, point you towards the best Dead Sea experiences and deliver on insider tips – without too many spoilers.
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Does your itinerary have room for 100,000 religious, historic and iconic sites of interest? Roman ruins, ancient cities and wadis are the central theme, but make sure you allow room for thermal springs, hypersaline floatation sessions and even a little forest bathing. Jordan’s greenery is sparse – enjoy it whenever you can.
- Food & Drink
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Eating in Jordan is a very tactile experience. Though, really only with the right hand. Cutlery is thin on the ground – but most foods – apart from fuul (a chicken stew) – are made to be eaten by hand. Expect falafel and shawarma to dominate the street food scene. The national dish – lamb mansaf, is a must try.
- Guides & tips
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Jordan may be small, but everything from the sheer number of things to do, to the sites to explore in Petra are numerous. A helping hand here will steer you towards the must-sees, point you towards the best Dead Sea experiences and deliver on insider tips – without too many spoilers.
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More of Middle East
Wherever your eyes land in the Middle East, you can almost be certain there’s a monumental piece of history to be seen. Laden with eclectic archaeological sites that take you back through the ages, biblical places of huge significance, sprawling souks and metropolises that manage to combine it all, holidays here are beyond rewarding. Golden beaches, desert dunes and untouched wilderness all add to the Middle East experience.
