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Photographs of Jordan from a recent trip

Here are a selection of photographs taken on a recent Jordan holiday. It was done as a private tour, following almost the same itinerary as the Jordan group tour. The photographs were all taken in December - it was mostly sunny with clear blue skies, warm enough to sunbathe and swim in the Dead Sea, although naturally cooler in the evenings.

When people think of Jordan they think of Petra, but Jerash is itself an exceptionally preserved town dating back 6,500 years. It is remarkably well preserved, and considered to be one of the most important historical sites in the world. Until relatively recently, then whole area was covered with sand, and during the past 70 years excavations have been taking place, and indeed still are to this day.

Jerash

As can been seen from the images, the town had public squares, a theatre (above photograph) with much of the tiered seating still in place, colonnaded streets, temples and many baths and fountains.

This is the car museum in Amman that our driver took us to. I think he must have asked a few other groups previously as it seems he had been itching to go for a while. But we said yes, and very much enjoyed the unexpected detour!

In a Greek Orthodox church in Madaba, just outside Amman is a map of the holy land dating back to the 6th century, and made up of over 2 million pieces. You can come here and wander round, and in fact there are many other mosaics scattered around the churches of Madaba.

Mosaic Map at Madaba

The view on the way to Mount Nebo at Madaba

Mount Nebo is where Moses had a view of the promised land, and it is believed that Moses was buried here too.

What is remarkable about doing a tour of Jordan is that the road we are travelling on, the Kings Highway, is not just merely a way to get from Amman to Petra, but along the way, there are these incredibly important and historic sites, the mosaic map and Mount Nebo. There are a couple of great viewpoints (see below) before you reach Petra, as well as the crusader castles including Karak.

Our driver - and a professional photographer!

Jordan

The road down to Petra is dotted with the remains of crusader castles including the most famous at Karak which was finished in 1161. You will visit the castle on the Jordan tour, and have a chance to wander the passageways and admire the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The site dates back to biblical times when it was a fortress before the crusaders in the 1100's.

Jordan

This is one way to make a dramatic entrance to Petra!

The 1km walk through a narrow gorge (known as the siq) from the entrance of Petra to the Treasury building will be one of the highlights of any Jordan tours. As you can see, there is an option to travel by horse and carriage (extra payment at the entrance) to the Treasury, or indeed to go back by horse and carriage.

Petra

This is your first glimpse of the Treasury building at Petra. It was carved out of the rock face over 1,400 years ago by the Nabataeans.

Petra

Needless to say, there are camel rides available, for a small payment.

Petra

Cave dwellings at Petra

Petra

This is the Monastery building at the far end of Petra. Just a short walk from here is a dramatic viewpoint.

Twice a week you can see Petra by Candlelight, and enchanting evening of music and tales. This is includes in the Jordan group tours, but if you are on a private or tailor-made trip, it is important your visit to Petra coincides with a night when it is on.

Petra by Candlelight

Wadi Rum is just a short distance from Petra - you'll transfer to a 4x4 jeep for your excursion into the desert.

... and enjoy a special brew.

Wadi Rum

At the end of 5 nights touring, its time for bit of relaxation at the Dead Sea.

Dead Sea

The rich minerals of the Dead Sea provide the perfect ingredients for applying a mud treatment. Just cover yourself in the mud provided, wait 20 minutes, wash off, and feel how soft your skin feels!

There are many sunbeds on the beach - relax with a good book, or float in the Dead Sea.

Dead Sea

The Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth at 400m below sea level. The high salt levels make swimming impossible - you can just lie back and float - you cannot sink.

And finally your trip comes to and end. But in a week (or more if you extend your tour), you will have seen a huge amount, and without too much travelling, as Jordan is a very compact country.