Petra

I booked my trip to Jordan in a moment of impulsivity. The instigator was the realisation that walking into my office each morning felt like walking the plank.

My advice, for what it’s worth, is to not just ‘see’ Petra. Take the time to experience it. Let its majesty wash over you and seek out quiet moments of discovery wherever you can find them.

The highlight of Intrepid’s ‘Explore Jordan’ tour was having two days to explore Petra extensively – both with a brilliant guide and on my own.

People packing for a Jordan adventure have to be prepared for all conditions. Mostly hot ones.

The knowledge and cultural experiences that were afforded us as a small group with our extraordinary local guide, Ahmed, were something we just couldn’t have created on our own.

If you like adventure, culture and a generous dose of uniqueness then we don’t even need to convince you that our new 9-day Cycle Jordan tour is a must-do.

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