Hiking the spectacular landscapes of an ancient kingdom, �oat in the Dead Sea, watch the starry night sky from a desertcamp and discover the ancient city of Petra.

Jordan

12 nights

Experiential, Pioneer, Sightseeing

17th Apr 2020 – 29th Apr 2020

See website for other dates

Tour code: 29350

Last Modi�ed: 8th November 2019

Jewels of Jordan

Moderate

01707 331133www.ramblersholidays.co.uk

 

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Walk the captivating Ibn Hammad gorge.

Discover rock tombs and The Treasury in Petra, the Rose Red city.

See obscure rock formations, sand dunes and beautiful night skies.

Explore the Dana Nature Reserve with its array of �ora and fauna.

See what's planned

TRIP INFORMATION

Jordan is a captivating country, full of history and spectacular landscapes. We’ll explore the capital Amman, with its colourfulbazaars and ancient citadel, as well as visit the best-preserved Roman city in the Near East at Jerash.

We’ll take a dramatic walk from the hot springs at Ibn Hammad, en route to the Dana Nature Reserve, and walk to aspectacular Eco lodge at Feynan. Admire the spectacular sand dunes of Wadi Rum, savour the tranquillity and colour of thedesert and fully explore the Rose Red city of Petra, set deep inside the narrow gorge with its walls rising two hundred metresfrom the desert �oor.

Observe the mighty crusader castles at Shobak and Kerak, swim (or �oat!) in the Dead Sea. Visit Mount Nebo, from whereMoses viewed the Promised Land and we discover the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land at Madaba.

Please see the Holiday Information sheet for your chosen date for the correct order of your itinerary as this may differ ondifferent dates.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Return �ights Heathrow to Amman (Royal Jordanian)

Airport transfers.

Half board en suite accommodation.

Local English speaking guides.

All entrance fees & transport costs.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?

Entrance fees to some museums and historic buildings (unless otherwise speci�ed)

Personal expenses (such as your bar bill)

Discretionary tips

Optional excursions

Insurance

Guided Walking Holidays - Jewels of Jordan

 

 

Meals

N/AAccommodation

Hotel Larsa

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Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Hotel Larsa

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Hotel Larsa

HOLIDAY GRADE

This is a Grade 5/SS/P holiday and features some full and half day walks with generally moderate amounts of ascent anddescent. The paths are mostly good, but there will be some steep, uneven and rough ground as we explore archaeological sitesand follow Bedouin paths. Some days will be dedicated solely to sightseeing or include an element of sightseeing, and ourtransfers between centres will include walks where possible. Generally we’ll walk between 2.5 hours- 5 hours a day, up to12kms (8 miles) and an ascent/descent up to 400m. One of our days at Petra is top of the grade and ascends up to 750m,taking up to seven hours. While some walks appear shorter than others, it is the weather and terrain that determines thegrade. Also designated a Pioneer holiday, this programme offers a more adventurous itinerary, off the beaten track, exploringlesser known corners. Local events may require amendments to the programme, sometime at short notice.

Our bottom line is happy travellers, and to that end we trust our tour leaders to use the itinerary below as a basis for providingyou with a great holiday. We expect our leaders to make adjustments to the itinerary if the weather, group ability or other localconditions make that necessary. There are normally more options available to our leaders than those listed below and one ormore of these options may well be chosen. All distances, heights & timings are approximate.

PROPOSED ITINERARY

Day 1

Amman

Fly from London Heathrow to Amman. On arrival transfer by road to our hotel for 3 nights’ accommodation.

Transfer Time = 45m

Day 2

Amman

Start the day with a relaxed pace and a brie�ng of your itinerary, followed by a tour of Amman including the Citadel, RomanAmphitheatre and downtown Amman.

Day 3

Amman

Travel by road to the Roman city of Jerash and visit the castle, Elliptical Forum, the street of Columns and the Temple ofArtemis. We will also make a visit to Ajloun for a local walk, time permitting.

 

 

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Rummana Camp Site

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Feynan Eco Lodge

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Milky Way Campsite

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Petra Palace

Day 4

Dana

From Amman, we travel south to Dana with a beautiful and dramatic walk en route (approx. 3-4 hours over rocky ground)starting at the hot springs of Ibn Hammad. We’ll enter a sandstone gorge of abundant vegetation and hanging gardens. Youshould expect to get your shoes wet as much of the walking is in a perennial stream. En route to Dana, we make a stop at thecrusader castle of kerak. We overnight at Dana for one night.

Day 5

Feynan

We’ll take a hike from the Nature Reserve to Feynan and stay at the Feynan Eco Lodge for 1 night’s accommodation. Thenature reserve encompasses some of Jordan’s most breathtaking scenery, and became the Kingdom’s sixth wildlife reserve in1990, thereby protecting all animals — including endangered species such as the ibex. The �rst hour of the walk is the thesteepest and walking poles maybe useful. 14kms (9 miles); ascent 100m, descent 1000m; 5 hours. Our accommodation atDana is a �ne example of an eco experience using solar power, sourcing local ingredients for meals where possible andemploying local villagers to work in the Lodge. Watching the sunset and evening star gazing are perfect ways to end the day.

Day 6

Wadi Rum

We  explore  the  area around  Feynan  lodge,  which  was  a  big  copper mining and smelting area during the Roman era. Weexplore the remains as well as hike in the dramatic desert, Jordan Valleys and nearby Wadi Ghweir. We walk  for  about  2-4 hours,  depending  on  group �tness and ability.  Up to 200 m ascent/ descent. En route  to  Wadi  Rum,  we  may  have  time for  a  short stop  in  Aqaba.  We  change  from  the  coach  to  jeeps for  the  journey  across  the  sand  dunes  to  our Bedouin camp  for  our  night  under  the  stars.  The colours of the desert change as the sun sets and the stars  come  out.  Dinner, which  has  been  cooked underground,  over  hot  charcoals,  is  eaten  around the camp �re. An extraordinary experience!

Day 7

Petra

 

 

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Petra Palace

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Petra Palace

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Petra Palace

Meals

Breakfast & DinnerAccommodation

Mosaic Hotel

We’ll explore the lunar landscape of Wadi Rum, where we’ll walk through the canyon and climb the sand dunes, all with a localBedouin guide, before we travel to Petra for four nights’ accommodation

Day 8

Petra

A full day exploring the magni�cent Red Rose city of Petra. We’ll see the Treasury carved in pink stone, the Roman Theatre, theCorinthian Tomb and Palace Tomb. This afternoon we’ll walk to Wadi Farasa and climb to the High Place of Sacri�ce withexcellent views from the summit.

Day 9

Petra

We’ll visit Little Petra today with the Byzantine church and Royal Tombs. You will also have the opportunity to climb up to AdDeir monastery – up 800 steps where you will have a magni�cent viewpoint.

Day 10

Petra

Today’s walk is at the very top of grade. Our walk takes us from Petra to Jebel Haroun (Aaron’s Mountain) and the round tripwill take approximately seven hours with an ascent of about 500m. At the top of Jebel Haroun, at 1350m the highest peak onthe mountain surrounding the bowl of Petra, there is the very modest shrine commemorating the death of Aaron, Moses’brother. We can enjoy the panoramic views before heading back to our hotel.

Day 11

Madeba

Making our way northwards along the Desert Highway, we make a stop at the crusader castle of Shobak en route to Madeba.Here we see the famous mosaics of the Holyland.  Our �nal destination is Madaba where we stay for 2 nights’.

 

 

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

Meals

Breakfast

Day 12

Madeba

This morning we take our vehicle and drive to the Herodium fortress of Machereus, where we can take a short walk andadmire the views. Continue on to the Dead Sea, where we stop for a swim (or �oat!) , and then �nish our day viewing the HolyLand from Mount Nebo. We return to Madeba and enjoy a farewell dinner in local restaurant. Note: Our visit to the Dead SeaResort gives us approx 1.5 hours to enjoy our time there. There are lockers and towels for hire locally.

Day 13

Farewell

Transfer to Amman Airport for check-in and our return �ight to London Heathrow.

WALKS & EXCURSIONS

As the terrain in Jordan can be variable, be prepared for some rough, uneven sections on our walks. There will be days whenour walking will be easier (sightseeing days) and some days when it will be at the top of the grade. Please note theinformation given in the itinerary regarding Day 10. There may be, on some days, a large element of sightseeing included in thewalks which will mean stopping in various places before continuing with the programme.

Local Transport CostsAll local transport costs in conjunction with the advertised activity programme are included in the holiday cost. There may beoccasions where additional visits or excursions are added to enrich your experience, these will be paid for locally by you if youchoose to participate. Local transport can be a mix of private hire coaches, taxis, local buses and ferries depending on theitinerary.

Optional ExcursionsA range of local excursions and activities may be available to book at your destination through a local operator. We have noinvolvement in such activities or excursions which are not run, supervised or controlled in any way by us. Your contract will bewith the local activity supplier and we accept no responsibility for their actions or omissions.

SPENDING MONEY

Holiday BudgetingWhen budgeting for your holiday, you will need to consider drinks, any meals not included in the holiday price, non-includedentrance fees, optional excursions you may choose to participate in locally and any souvenirs or additional services such aslaundry. A general guideline for lunches and drinks is £10-£20 per person per day.

 

 

Entrance FeesAll walks transport, entrances, site passes etc mentioned in the itinerary are included in the holiday cost. If you wish to takeany optional excursions, such as a hammam (JOD 20pp), or Petra by Night (JOD 17pp) or visit any sites not mentioned in theitinerary, these will be at your own expense. 

The current ROE (as of Summer 2019) is GBP 1 = JOD 0.98

Currency in Jordan

Jordanian Dinar (JOD)

The Dinar is divided into 100 piastres or 1000 �ls. It is possible to obtain Jordanian Dinar before you leave the UK. Pleasecheck with your bank or nearest Foreign Exchange. ATM machines are available in Amman, Madeba & Petra. Please checkwith your bank prior to travelling that you will be able to use your card overseas. Cash can be withdrawn from inside thebanks, but they are only open from 08.30 – 13.00 when you will usually be out with the group. They are closed on Fridays.

The simplest way to exchange cash is to take Sterling currency or U.S. Dollars, and change at the hotels or Exchange Centres.Travellers’ cheques can be dif�cult to cash due to the bank opening hours and none of the hotels on the tour will cashtravellers’ cheques. We suggest taking a small amount of cash to exchange and to use this in conjunction with your debit andcredit cards (which are accepted in the major centres, although few of our accommodations will accept credit cards).

TippingAs you are probably already aware, tipping or “backsheesh” is a way of life in the Middle East. In order to take the hassle out oftipping, we strongly recommend that you allow your leader to take care of making sure tips are given to hotel and restaurantstaff & to local guides and drivers. This will be done using some funds provided by Ramblers Walking Holidays plus acontribution from you, which your leader will collect during the holiday. We suggest an amount of £25-£30 per person for this.A small tip is usually required for the use of toilets and any drinks and meals you purchase yourself.

TOUR LEADERS & LOCAL GUIDES

Tour LeadersYour tour leader makes the world of difference to your holiday and ours are as passionate about discovering the world on footas you are. They're resourceful, organised and widely travelled. They will handle all the local administration and other needsthat might arise to ensure that you don't have to worry about planning your days and you can enjoy your holiday. Althoughleading group holidays, they won't forget that every group is made up of individuals. Each tour leader has their own individualstyle, talents and professional backgrounds and all are trained, quali�ed, experienced and dedicated to making your holiday asenjoyable, interesting and inspiring as possible.

Leader's Evening Brie�ngEach evening, your tour leader will discuss with you the programme for the following day. This will be your opportunity todiscuss the details and ensure the planned activities suit your walking ability. If you have concerns on clothing or equipment,this can be discussed then also. If you do not wish to join the organised group programme, please let the leader know.

Local GuidesTo enhance your experience, as well as your tour leader, each holiday will be accompanied by a well quali�ed andknowledgeable English-speaking local guide.

 

 

YOUR TRAVEL DETAILS

We �y from London Heathrow (LHR) to Amman (AMN) and return with Royal Jordanian.

On arrival the transfer from the airport to our hotel in Amman takes approximately 45 minutes by road, depending on traf�cconditions.

Transfers between centres will be by road and on foot.

Booking Your Own Travel Arrangements?If you wish to organise your own �ights from a non-UK or provincial airport or travel by rail or car to your holiday destination,'land only' reductions are often available. Please contact us for details.

Before �nalising any independent travel arrangements, please check with us �rst - especially if doing so 12 weeks or morebefore your intended date of travel. If you do intend to join your holiday locally please do tell us at least 14 weeks in advance.

If you are joining and leaving your holiday overseas we assume, unless you advise us otherwise, that you will join and leavethe holiday at your hotel.

Although airport transfers are not included for those making their own independent travel arrangements, if you wish to join thegroup at the overseas airport, depending on your �ight arrival time, you may be able to be included on the group's transfer.Please contact us at least 5 weeks before departure for more details. 

Please note that your �ight must arrive within 30 minutes of the group �ight to be able to join the group transfer. We alsoneed your �ight number, arrival time and departure point so that the group leader is able to meet up with you.

Luggage Allowance & Travel DocumentsFor all those booking a �ight or rail inclusive holiday, details of your travel arrangements and baggage allowance will becon�rmed in your travel documents, sent to you approximately 10 days prior to departure.

Personal Details CheckTo ensure that we can accurately administer your holiday arrangements, please con�rm that the personal details we hold foryou are up to date and that you have provided the information we need to secure your holiday travel and accommodationarrangements. Please check your passport details, date of birth and any other important details necessary for us to properlymanage your holiday booking. You can view and update information already provided, and add details not yet asked for, byusing the Manage My Booking facility on our website www.ramblersholidays.co.uk, or by calling our Sales and Reservationsteam on +44 (0)1707 331133. When you receive your booking con�rmation please check the details as soon as possible.

PASSPORTS AND VISAS

General Passport AdviceIt is a good idea to carry photocopies of the personal details pages of your passport. Should you lose your passport, this mayassist with the issue of replacement documents and your return to your home country.

Passport and visa requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you inform yourself from aprofessionally quali�ed source on, and comply with, such requirements.

General travel and destination advice for UK nationals is available from the Foreign and Commonwealth Of�ce atwww.fco.gov.uk/travel and at www.gov.uk/travelaware.

 

 

Passport Information for JordanYou will need a passport to visit Jordan, and it must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended return to the UK. Avisa is also required and is included in your tour cost if you are travelling on the group �ight. If you are travelling independently,you will need to arrange your own visa.

Please note that we can only include you on the ‘group’ visa if you intend to arrive and depart with our party. If you intend tovisit Jordan ahead of the party, remain in Jordan after the group has returned, or arrive/depart on a different �ight, you willneed to obtain your own visa at your own expense. If you hold a British passport, you can obtain an individual visa on arrivalat Amman airport (approximate cost at time of writing is JOD40) or you can contact the Jordanian embassy to obtain your visaprior to travel.

Their website is www.jordan.embassyhomepage.com

All other passport holders should consult with the Jordanian Consulate   The FCO website advises that evidence of a previousvisit to Israel such as an Israeli entry/exit stamp in your passport does not normally cause any dif�culties when entering Jordan.It is, however, for the Jordanian authorities to determine the right of entry into the country. If you have any concerns, youshould contact the Consulate of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in London.

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel LarsaAl Jandaweel, 48 Um Mutaweh Street Amman 11191 Jordan

00 962 6 585 0955www.hotelsone.com

The Hotel Larsa is a city hotel, ideally located to discover the sites of Amman plus a good base to explore the north of thecountry. The hotel offers multi cuisine dining and an outdoor terrace. Bedrooms are all ensuite with climate control, hairdryer,TV, in room safe, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary wi�.

Rummana Camp SiteRummana Camp Site Dana Nature Reserve Jordan

00 962 3 227 0497www.wildjordan.com/eco-tourism-section/camping

Our tented accommodated at Dana is in the heart of the Nature Reserve. Facilities are simple but adequate. You will �ndwashing and toilet facilities (split between male and female), a large Bedouin tent used as a gathering area and a mainbuilding that houses the kitchen and dining room. You will need a towel and torch for your stay here.

Where are we going to stay?

 

 

Feynan Eco LodgeFeynan Eco Lodge Dana Nature Reserve Jordan

00 962 790 79 748 7900www/ecohotels.me/feynan

The majority of our accommodation is in hotel stays where rooms are en-suite twin bedded and single rooms and have theusual facilities including telephones and TVs. One hotel that deserves a special mention is the Feynan Eco Lodge. Set in theheart of the Dana Biosphere Reserve, the solar powered lodge offers the most developed eco experience in Jordan madepossible, in part, by the Jordanian Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, and a real chance to disconnect from themodern world. The hotel, while simple in style and facilities, offers warm Bedouin hospitality and where possible locallysourced excellent vegetarian food, with many traditional Jordanian specialities. Enjoy being close to the mountainouslandscape whilst unwinding in the tranquil courtyards and terraces or resting in your candlelit en-suite room. There is a lot onoffer at the lodge to learn about the local culture and environment, such as star gazing on the roof terrace. As it is an eco-lodge the rooms have no electricity points, but you can recharge at the lobby where free internet is also available. “Feynan, ashining star among the green lodges worldwide.” – Forbes magazine.

Milky Way CampsiteMilky Way Campsite Wadi Rum Jordan

00 962 777 543 901

The Milky Way Campsite offers a true back to nature experience in the Jordanian desert. The traditional Bedouin tents haveraised bedding and there are simple, yet adequate shower and toilet facilities (separated between male and female). You willneed to pack a towel and a torch for your stay here. Meals are prepared and served on site.

Eating dinner, baked in the ground, is a truly wonderful experience. We will stay in tented accommodation with  simple,  yet adequate,  shared,  shower  and  toilet  facilities  (separated  for  men  and  women).  Meals  will  be taken at the camp in aBedouin style tent. There is no electricity at the camp after a certain time at night, so you will de�nitely need a torch here.   Thecamps will provide a mattress, sheets and blankets for bedding. You will need to bring a towel and a bag that you will use tocarry what you need for your overnight stays at the camp (as your main luggage will generally be stored as it cannot be takento the camp due to vehicle size).

Petra PalacePO Box 70 Wadi Musa Petra Jordan

00 962 7 76066170www.petrapalace.com

Located a 5 minute walk from the entrance to the main Petra site, the Petra Palace Hotel is a wonderful base for exploring theancient pink city of Petra. The hotel offers 2 outdoor swimming pools, restaurant, and bar. All rooms are en suite withhairdryer, mini-fridge, safety deposit box and TV

 

 

Mosaic HotelMosaic Hotel Al Yamuk Madaba Jordan

00 962 5 325 15 6401www.mosaiccityhotel.com

The Mosaic City Hotel is located in the very heart of Madaba, within short walking distance from the Church of St. Georgewhich houses the famous mosaic map of the Holy Land. The hotel has 50 spacious rooms and all are equipped with modernamenities such as shower or bathtub, air conditioning and has a LCD screen TV with satellite TV channels,and mini bar.

MEALS

As  Jordan  is  a  Muslim  country,  alcohol  is  not  always  available  to  purchase  at  hotels  and  restaurants.  In  many casesthough, hotels may allow you to purchase alcohol outside the hotel to consume on their premises,  either in the restaurant areaor in your rooms. Your leader will be able to offer guidance on this during the holiday. Please note that alcohol is expensive inJordan, with local beers costing up to JOD5 per bottle and spirits up to JOD10 per  drink.  There  is  a  local  speciality  spirit  of Arak  (an  aniseed  based  drink),  plus  a  very  refreshing  lemon  and mint drink, which you may wish to try.

Breakfasts  and  dinners  are  included  in  the  holiday  charge.  Dinners  will  generally  be  taken  at  our accommodation, withthe exception of the last night in Madeba, when we eat at a local restaurant. Lunches are not included. Picnic supplies can bebought at local supermarkets and your leader will give ample notice for you to  shop  if  you  will  have  a  picnic,  or  at  a  local restaurant.  Your  leader  will  give  you  information  in  your  daily brie�ngs.   Specialities of Jordan include lamb and chickendishes with vegetables, rice, salads, and fresh made bread. The local Hummus, Tahini and dips are delicious. Vegetarians areeasily catered for.

FOOTWEAR & KIT LIST

FootwearLightweight waterproof walking boots with a good moulded sole (such as Vibram or similar) and a deep tread and whichprovide ankle support are strongly recommended and may be essential for some walks. 

Footwear As Hand LuggageWe recommend that you either wear your walking boots or shoes or pack them and some waterproofs in your hand luggageas in the unlikely event that your hold luggage is delayed, you will still be able to participate in the holiday programme.

General Kit ListOutdoor activities are always safer and more enjoyable if you are prepared.

If you have not travelled with us before the following list might be of use:

 

 

Waterproof jacket (Goretex or similar) and trousersLightweight quick-drying trousersWalking T-shirt/shirtsWalking socksFleece or jumperSun hat, sunglasses, lip salve and sun blockWarm hat and gloves (if appropriate)Swimwear (if appropriate)Day sack (this should be able to carry all you would need for the day's activity)Day sack linerWater bottle - at least 1 litre capacity (more than 1 bottle may be required)Basic �rst aid kitLunchboxWalking poles (should you �nd them useful)Sit mat

This list is not exhaustive and every walker is different and may have their own preference.

Extra Jordan InformationIn addition to the basic kit list noted above, you will bene�t on bringing extra footwear for our Ibn Hammad walk. Dependingon the rainfall, you may �nd yourself walking in an ankle deep (or possible higher) water. If you have walking sandals, trainersor quick drying sneakers, these will do well. Don't forget your torch and towel for stays at the camps, and women should bringa scarf that covers their head and shoulders to cover when visiting religious sites and as good protection from the sun. You will�nd the black and white check scarves, worn by the local population, sold almost everywhere in Amman and at Jerash andthese will be perfect for protecting your head and shoulders.

Jordan is a conservative society and foreigners are received more respectfully when they dress modestly. In general, andespecially at religious sites, men should wear long trousers, with shoulders and upper arms covered, while ladies should weartrousers or below the knee skirts.  Lightweight cotton clothes will be suitable.  Long sleeves and loose clothing is also goodprotection against the sun. When staying in Petra, and while on walks in the wadis, the attitude to dress is more relaxed, andhere shorts may be acceptable. Your leader will give you further advice.

For overnight stays at the camps and at the Feynan Eco-lodge you will need to have an overnight bag, as you will not be ableto take your suitcases with you. Your main luggage will be safely stored and you will have access to your main luggage eachmorning. The overnight bag is in addition to your day pack.

 

 

Travel Documents ChecklistDocuments and Information to take with you:

Passport (make sure it's yours and valid)Your travel tickets or e-ticket itineraryAny visa or electronic travel authorisation (if required)Holiday moneyCredit or debit cards (and separate details of who to call if lost)Car parking ticket and car park directions (if prebooked)Coach or rail travel tickets (if prebooked)Your holiday Booking Con�rmation documentYour travel insurance detailsAlternative form of identi�cation (such as a driving licence)Photocopy of the personal details pages of your passportA valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) if relevantDetails of any medical condition or allergy your holiday leader should know about

Electricity in JordanElectricity is supplied at 220 Volts. There are a variety of wall socket and plug types in use so if you wish to use electricalequipment you will need a European two pin adaptor with round pins, a US two pin adapter with �at pins and a UK three pinadapter with �at pins. More information can be found at https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/

Water To GoAn alternative to bottled water from single-use sealed water bottles is �ltered water from a re�llable bottle containing its ownwater �lter such as a Water-to-go bottle available from www.watertogo.eu. Just �ll up from any water source and save theenvironment from disposable plastic bottles.

We have negotiated an exclusive 15% discount with our partners Water-to-Go for you as a thank you for helping theenvironment. Please go to their website at www.watertogo.eu and enter the code RWH17 when ordering. In addition, Water-to-Go will match the discount with a donation to our charity, Heart & Sole, which will allow us to continue to make a differencein the countries you visit on our holidays.

MAPS, GUIDEBOOKS & OTHER INFORMATION

Maps, Guidebooks & MoreBooks:

Walking in Jordan – Walks, Treks, Caves, Climbs & Canyons – Tony Howard and Di TaylorRough Guide to Jordan – Matthew TellerTrekking & Canyoning in the Jordanian Dead Sea – Ita HavivPetra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans – J TaylorMarried to a Bedouin - Marguerite van Geldermalsen

You may also �nd the website of the Jordan Tourism Board useful in your planning at www.jordan.com

The Map ShopMaps and guidebooks relating to your the areas you will be walking in may be brought before your holiday from The Map Shopat www.themapshop.co.uk

 

 

WeatherVisit the following websites for an idea of the climate in your destination:

Weather2 - www.myweather2.comBBC Weather - www.bbc.co.uk/weather

STAYING HEALTHY ON HOLIDAY

Health requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you inform yourself from aprofessionally quali�ed source on, and comply with, such requirements at least 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Advice onvaccinations is available from your GP.

Diarrhoea & Boiled WaterDon’t forget to exercise caution with what you eat to avoid upset stomachs and stay away from unpeeled fruit and vegetables,salad and do not have ice in your drinks. Hot, fresh cooked food, where possible, is best. 

Hand washing facilities may be poor or unavailable when travelling, we therefore strongly advise you to carry antibacterialsanitizing gel and / or hand wipes at all times and use to them regularly.

Drinking or cleaning teeth in un-boiled water is not recommended.  Bottled pure water is inexpensive and widely available inshops, at hotels, and on the coach. Make sure you only buy sealed bottles.

Further Travel AdviceFor further advice please visit:

The National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) travel health website at www.travelhealthpro.org.ukThe NHS 'Fit for travel' website at www.�tfortravel.nhs.ukThe Foreign Of�ce Of�ce Travel Advice Website at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.Or a local travel health clinic.

You might wish to take a small bottle of antibacterial hand gel with you for times when you're unable to wash your hands.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

You must be adequately insured to join our holidays. We do not insist that you insure with us but we require that you areadequately insured for the nature of your holiday. You will be unable to participate in our local walking and other activityprogrammes without being able to demonstrate that you have valid travel insurance.

Please ensure that as a minimum your travel insurance policy covers you for travel to your holiday destinations (country andgeographical region) and for medical expenses, mountain rescue (including helicopter rescue) and emergency repatriation toyour home country in the event of illness or injury. Your policy should also provide adequate cover for the activities, includedand optional, you are likely to participate in during your holiday.

See our brochure or website for further advice regarding holiday insurance.

Whoever you insure with, please ensure that you take full details, and ideally the policy itself, with you on holiday and provideour tour leader with your insurer's name, the policy number and emergency assistance contact numbers.

Please note that it is very dif�cult to obtain travel insurance once your holiday arrangements have started.

 

 

PERSONAL SAFETY

The UK Foreign & Commonwealth Of�ce provides up to date information on security and local laws for travellers, together withcurrent passport and visa information, at www.gov.uk/travelaware. Please take a few minutes to look at the current advice onyour planned destination.

Please be aware of what's going on around you, take sensible precautions with your credit cards and passport and avoiddisplays of wealth such as wearing expensive jewellery or watches. Do not carry more cash on you than you will need for eachday, and we recommend that a money belt is used.

CULTURAL AWARENESS

Responsible TravelWe're committed to ethical tourism in all our destinations. Our holidays are designed for you to discover the essence of thecountry you are visiting. Travelling in small groups not only gives you an up close and personal experience of your destination,but minimises your impact on the immediate environment. We feel that the most important starting point to protect theenvironment is to be out in it. For more details visit our website.

The Ramblers Holidays Charitable TrustUnlike many tour operators we have our own trust through which RWH Travel’s pro�ts are channelled back into a variety ofoutdoor, walking-related or environmental conservation projects in the UK. The focus of the Trust’s �nancial support is Britain’sleading walking charity, The Ramblers, and their role in promoting the bene�ts and importance of walking to the British public.In addition the Trust welcomes applications for small grants from local organisations in the UK who need support for walking-orientated activities. This includes the establishment of footpaths and bridleways, funding for rebuilding bridges andrenovating huts, as well as bursary funding for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award for children who could not otherwise afford todo it. Please visit the ‘About Us’ section of our website and click on the Charitable Trust link for more details.

Heart and SoleWe appreciate that we are in a fortunate position to be able to use our pro�ts to help make a difference to people's lives. Heart& Sole is a venture managed by our of�ce staff, whose aim is to reach the heart of the communities in the countries we visit.Through Heart & Sole, we hope to make more of a long term, direct impact to these communities, particularly in less developedcountries where even a small amount goes a long way. See our website for more information and details of some of theprojects we support.

STAYING IN TOUCH

Mobile PhonesPlease do provide us with a mobile phone contact number. We will only use this to contact you with important informationrelating to your holiday arrangements. 

Do keep your mobile phones switched on and readily available when travelling to the airport or if delayed in transit so that wecan contact you with any last minute information relating to your travel arrangements.  

As a matter of courtesy, please switch off your mobile phone during walks, or endeavour to minimise its use. Please also try tominimise the use of mobile devices during group meals.

FEEDBACK

We welcome all comments about our holidays and value ideas for the future. If you have provided us with an email address wewill invite you to complete an online questionnaire or to add feedback to our page on the independent review site 'Feefo'.

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please note that this Holiday Information sheet may be periodically updated and reissued.

In most cases the revisions will be minor and the overall nature of the holiday will remain unchanged. Should we make a majorchange to your holiday arrangements between you booking your holiday and your date of travel we will notify you tospeci�cally draw your attention to any signi�cant change.

You may wish to review the latest version of this Holiday Information Sheet online prior to travel.

Please note that any advertised offers, bene�ts or initiatives may be discontinued at any time.

CONTACT US

Ramblers Walking Holidays

Tel: UK +44 (0)1707 331133Email: info@ramblersholidays.co.ukWeb: www.ramblersholidays.co.uk

Our of�ce is open and our Sales & Reservations team are available to speak to you from:

9am to 6pm Monday to Friday9.15am to Midday on Saturdays9.15am to 3pm on Saturdays in January & February only

Please quote your Booking Reference number and Tour Code whenever contacting us.

We wish you an enjoyable holiday!