Farm Visit & Traditional Dinner in Villa Maria Lodge
Overview
Enjoy an authentic experience with local families in the beautiful contest of Villa Maria Lodge, close to Petra. Your hosts will warmly welcome you and introduce you to their orchards and vegetable gardens, sharing insights into the traditional crops that sustain their community.
Together, you’ll pick fresh fruits and vegetables before returning to the family home to help prepare a delicious traditional Jordanian dinner. As the evening sets in, share the meal around the table, accompanied by stories, laughter, and genuine Bedouin-style hospitality.
This enriching experience with local families combines cultural discovery, farm-to-table dining, and unforgettable connections in the heart of Petra’s landscapes.
You could book this experience as an extra activity during your stay in Wadi Musa. Or add it to your 10 day Kings way tour or one of our other tours.
Included/Exclude
- Transport from Wadi Musa to Villa Maria and back to Wadi Musa
- Dinner
- Water, tea
- Personal Extras
Tour Plan
Your journey begins in the tranquil countryside near Petra, where a local family greets you with genuine warmth. After a brief welcome, we'll head into the orchards and fields. You'll learn about the crops that fuel this community and get your hands dirty as we pick fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables together. It’s an authentic taste of rural life and the traditions that have sustained it for generations.
After your harvest, you'll head back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking experience. Guided by your host, you'll learn to prepare classic Jordanian dishes like Maqlouba, Mansaf or Dawali, using cherished family recipes. As evening falls, gather around the table for a shared feast. You’ll not only taste the incredible food you helped create but also experience the warmth of authentic Jordanian hospitality. The night continues with tea and stories, transforming the meal into a heartfelt cultural exchange you'll never forget.
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