Jordan holidays

Jordan holidays are a location scout's dream – this Arab nation plates up everything from vast, reddened deserts to ancient, forgotten cities.

Mystery of the Middle East

Jordan might’ve only got its independence in 1946, but it’s far from a new kid on the block. Sitting at the crossroads of the Middle East, this place has been fought over by empires for thousands of years. The Romans, Muslims and Crusaders have left their mark, but the locals never stopped beavering away, either. Petra’s a top example – this rose-red city’s a sight for sore eyes.

Hollywood highlights of Jordan

You can’t fail to be impressed by the Lost City of Petra, Jordan’s number one sight. The Nabataeans carved the place from blush-coloured stone in prehistoric times. But holidays in Jordan don’t start and stop with trips to Petra. You’ve got old-and-new capital Amman, plus desert landscapes worthy of the big screen. And, despite being almost entirely landlocked, the Red Sea resort of Aqaba rivals Egypt in the diving department. That’s not the only place you can dip your toes, either – there’s also the Dead Sea.

Jordan tours

With so many head-turning sights, Jordan’s not the type of country where you just stay in one place. An escorted tour’s a great way to visit Jordan’s manmade and natural gems, as well as to take part in special, authentic experiences. Take our Jewels of Jordan itinerary, for example – you’ll get to eat dinner with a local family and stay in a traditional Bedouin campsite. Plus, your local guides will get you into Petra before the crowds and give you the lowdown on all things Jordanian.