Cycling : Jordan Cycling tour
8 days / 7 nights
Discover Jordan, a country that has a lot to offer, both for its cultural heritage and for its beautiful and wild nature. You will cycle the roads of this magnificent country, from North to South, visiting the sites preserved for hundreds of years in the dunes. This mountain biking tour offers breathtaking landscapes and will appeal to sports enthusiasts and adventure lovers alike. Ahlan wa sahlan! (Welcome)
Day 1 : AMMAN / MADABA
Reception and assistance, by one of our agents, upon arrival at Amman airport. Transfer and overnight at hotel in Madaba.
Meals: -
Accommodation: Mosaic City Hotel 3* or similar
Day 2 : MADABA / MONT NEBO / DEAD SEA / SHOBAK
After breakfast, visit of Madaba, the city of mosaics, known for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Madaba is home to the famous mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land dating back to the 6th century. With its two million tiles carved from colorful local stones, this map represents the hills, valleys, towns and villages of the region as far as the Nile Delta. Other mosaic masterpieces have been found in the Church of the Virgin and Apostles and in the Archaeological Park and Museum,depicting a profusion of flowers and plants, birds, fish and animals, as well as scenes inspired by mythology or daily activities related to hunting, fishing and farming. There are hundreds of other mosaics dated between the 5th and 7th centuries, scattered throughout the churches and homes of Madaba. Thereafter, there will be a visit to Madaba’s mosaic school (a unique school that trains craftsmen in the art of making, repairing and restoring mosaics, based on techniques that date back thousands of years). Finally, enjoy the visit of Mount Nebo, which offers a spectacular view of the Holy Land. Here you will find the memorial of Moses and the place from which it is believed that he discovered the Holy Land. the visits, your mountain bikes will be ready for your scenic ride down to the Dead Sea. At the end of the day, there will be a final ride to Shobak, for an overnight stay at the hotel in Shobak.
55 km
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Montreal Hotel 2* or similar
Day 3 : SHOBAK / LITTLE PETRA / PETRA
After breakfast, departure for the Castle of Shobak, dating back to the time of the Crusades. the visit, warm up with a short ride uphill before joining the ledge trails, which offer a view of Israel and Wadi Araba. It is worth noting that the ground is sometimes stony, comprising limestone with portions of red earth, and volcanic components. The trail will lead to Little Petra, where you enjoy a visit of this miniature replica of the “Pink City" of Petra. Overnight at the hotel in Petra.
50 km
Meals: breakfast, lunch,dinner
Accommodation: Petra Palace Hotel 3* or similar
Day 4 : PETRA
A whole day dedicated to visiting the “Pink City” of Petra, a unique place, built 2,600 years ago by the Nabataeans who carved monumental tombs, stairs, palaces and temples in the naturally red colored rock. Built at the base of the Wadi Mousa gorges, the city is one of the treasures of the Middle East. Visit of the site: the Treasury (the Khazneh), the Theater, the Royal Tombs, the High Place of Sacrifice, the Lower Town with its Roman theater carved into the rock, the Deir ... Overnight at the hotel.
Meals: breakfast, dinner
Accommodation: Petra Palace Hotel 3* or similar
Day 5 : PETRA / WADI RUM
After breakfast, transfer to meeting point to get on mountain bikes. Departure by mountain bike for Wadi Rum. You will start this hike on a plateau that offers panoramic views of the Wadi Rum desert. Then, you will continue with the descent to the desert (70 km). Overnight at the camp.
70 km
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Sand Stars Camp or similar
Day 6 : WADI RUM
After breakfast, departure in 4×4 for the visit of Wadi Rum (3 hours). One of the most beautiful deserts in the world, it offers breathtaking and constantly changing views. We will pass by the Siq Albarrah and its canyon in order to quietly appreciate the landscapes of this desert of sand and rock. In the afternoon, you will enjoy 2-3 hours of walking, discovering one of the magical places of Jordan and admiring the magnificent colors of the dunes at sunset! Overnight at the camp.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Sand Stars Camp or similar
Day 7 : WADI RUM / AQABA
Transfer from Wadi Rum to Aqaba (Red Sea). Free day to enjoy the city, the sun and the waters of the Red Sea. Overnight at the hotel.
Meal: breakfast
Accommodation: Marina Plaza Hotel 3 * or similar
Day 8 : AQABA
After breakfast, transfer to Aqaba airport.
Meal: breakfast
Why choosing this tour :
• Flexibility and adaptation to your wishes
• Promotes contact with locals and the discovery of local culture
• Local English-speaking guide
• Group limited to 15 participants maximum
