Most people may assume that the intriguing historical sights of Jordan are best explored alone...
Journey to the Lost City
Trip type:
Cultural
Activity level:
Easy
Max group size:
16 Jordan, Middle East | 8 days
Trip code:
FJO
Family Holidays | Min age 5yrs
Trip Overview:
Why not try something different and experience a journey to the lost city on our Petra holidays. For centuries the deserts of Arabia have held a special fascination for Western travellers. You will visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash, which has survived an incredible 2,300 years. Take to 4WD vehicles to explore the towering sandstone landscapes of Wadi Rum and camp Bedouin-style, under vast, star-filled skies. Petra, the superb 'pink city' of the Nabateans which was hewn by hand from solid rock is a highlight of the trip. Explore Kerak - a key staging post for the Crusaders and descend to the lowest point on Earth, the incredible Dead Sea, where you'll swim in its salty and amazingly buoyant waters. Dead Sea holidays are an amazing end to an amazing trip. Families will enjoy interacting with the local community. They will learn about their lifestyle while having fun, playing football and Jordanian traditional games with locals , sharing tea with bedouin families, sleeping in typical Bedouin tents.
Trip Highlights:
Float in the Dead Sea
Desert camp in Wadi Rum
Rock-cut temple city of Petra
Play traditional games with locals
see full itinerary >> What's included:
Transport - Minibus, 4WD, on foot, (camel).
Accommodation - Comfortable Hotels (5nts), guesthouse (1nt), camp (1nt, possible multi-share).
Meals - 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners.
Red & Dead Sea
Experience two very different seas, relax on the beach and swim in the Red Sea or enjoy a boat snorkel safari (additional charge). End your trip at the lowest place on earth by floating in the salt-laden waters of the Dead Sea, where it is almost impossible to sink!
Crusaders & Gladiators
Savour the magical atmosphere of Roman Jerash, which has survived an incredible 2,300 years and explore the corridors and dungeons of the imposing Crusader castle at Kerak.
Fabled City of Petra
The approach to Petra through a narrow siq (gorge) is dramatic. This ancient Nabatean city, hewn out of solid pink rock, featured in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. There is plenty of time for you to explore on Petra holidays.
Our Journey to the Lost City trip is just one of our many Middle East Family tours. To find out more visit our Middle East holidays page.
Prices from
$1,962pp inc flights
$988pp exc flights
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