Jordan: Women's Expedition

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Women's Expeditions
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Share in the culture of Jordanian women on this female-only expedition

Join an eight-day women’s expedition in Jordan and discover a new perspective of sisterhood. In this inspiring desert nation, you’ll spend a night in Wadi Rum, learn the art of henna with Bedouin women and float along the Dead Sea. Visit Petra – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and learn about traditional marriage from a professional matchmaker. Pick up local cooking tips from unsung experts, sit down for afternoon tea with local women and learn their stories and support women-led businesses along the way. On this female-only adventure, travellers are granted access to a side of life seldom seen by tourists while also developing a deeper understanding of Middle Eastern women and their unique traditions. Dive into something new and take the trip of a lifetime.

Map of Jordan: Women's Expedition including Jordan
Trip code: EESF
Start
Amman, Jordan
End
Amman, Jordan
Destinations
Jordan
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Jeep
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Desert camp (1 night)
Days
8
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
Every trip caters to specific interests and activities, such as wildlife or family.
Women's Expeditions
Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Orginal: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders
Original
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This trip generates 25 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip

Uncover the lesser-known side of Jordan as you travel on a woman-only expedition guided by a local female leader. Visit Women-led cooperatives, support local female businesses and eat, sip and chat along the way.

Take a cooking class with a local chef who started her own business to teach people about Jordanian culture through food. Hear her story and taste authentic family recipes.

Float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea – once believed to have mystical healing powers and so popular that Cleopatra herself would travel from Egypt to soak and exfoliate in the mineral-rich mud.

Experience the majesty and mystery of ancient Petra (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) during a guided tour. The first glimpse of the Treasury from the narrow path of the Siq is something you’ll never forget.

Drive through the remarkable desert landscapes of Wadi Rum, then take a look behind closed doors as local Bedouin women join you to share their knowledge and craft of henna application.

Itinerary

Map of Jordan: Women's Expedition including Jordan

Inclusions and activities

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

Private Vehicle, Jeep

Accommodation

Hotel (6 nights), Desert camp (1 night)

Included activities
  • Amman - cooking class and dinner
  • Amman - City Tour
  • Amman - Meet with a Jordanian matchmaker
  • Jerash - Roman ruins
  • Jerash - Beit Khairat Souf Visit & Lunch
  • Wadi Rum - Henna with Bedouin women
  • Wadi Rum - Desert Jeep tour
  • Petra - Leader-led tour of Petra
  • Petra - Petra second day visit (unguided)
  • Dead Sea - Swimming opportunity
  • Madaba - Al-Maghtas Bethany Baptism site
  • Madaba - St Georges Church
  • Mt Nebo - Site visit
  • Amman - Bani Hamida Women's Weaving Project

Optional activities
  • Petra - Petra By Night - JOD17

Is this trip right for you?

  • A lot of walking is involved in visiting Jordan's historic sites, especially in Petra and Wadi Rum, so a reasonable level of fitness is required. There is often no shade, so bring a hat, sun protection and sturdy, comfortable walking shoes.
  • The desert camp in Wadi Rum is basic but incredibly memorable. There are tents and shared Western bathroom facilities. While the desert may be very hot during the day, it will be cool at night, and warm clothes and a sleeping bag are highly recommended when travelling outside the summer months.

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 3 (Wadi Rum Camp) where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This trip starts in Amman on Day 1 at 5.30pm. This allows time after the meeting to join our first activity - Cooking Class.

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Jordan: Women's Expedition
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EUR 2.300 €