Cycling Jordan’s Endless Trails

Arrival to Amman

Arrival to Amman Airport, overnight at your hotel.

Visits Jerash, cycle and drive between the villages to Madaba

at 08:00am, our trip begin with a Morning briefing for a 30 minutes with your tour leader at the hotel meeting room, we transfer by bus for approximately 45 minutes to the ancient city of Jerash. A close second to Petra on the list of favorite destinations in Jordan, the ancient city of Jerash boasts an unbroken chain of human occupation dating back more than 6500 years. Conquered by General Pompey in 63 BC, it came under Roman rule and was one of the ten great Roman cities, the Decapolis League. The city's golden age came under Roman rule, during which time it was known as Gerasa, and the site is now generally acknowledged to be one of the best preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. After our visit, we'll hop back on the bus for a short ride to the starting point of our cycling adventure, enjoying lunch along the way. Upon arrival, we'll be introduced to our cycling team and provided with our bikes. In the afternoon, we'll embark on a cycling journey lasting around 3 hours and 30 minutes, taking us through the picturesque foothills of the Jordan Rift Valley. Before we set off, you'll receive a briefing about the ride, and support vehicles will be readily available throughout. After the ride we transfer to Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics.

• Accomadation

  Black Iris Hotel or similar

• Meals

  Breakfast, Lunch

• Distance

  42.0 km / 26.1 miles

Visit Madaba, Mount Nebo, Dead Sea and then to Petra

We start our day with a visit to Madaba city, Madaba is the most important Christian Centre in Jordan and best-known for its Byzantine mosaics. The most important of these is the sixth-century mosaic of Jerusalem and the Holy Land, which covers the floor of the Greek Orthodox church of St George. We then have a short transfer out of the town Centre to be reunited with our bikes. Today's ride starts with a gentle uphill climb of about 4.3 miles (7 kilometers) to Mount Nebo, believed to be where Moses was buried. We'll take a break at the top to enjoy the incredible view of the valley below. Then, get ready for an exciting downhill ride to the Dead Sea. Some parts of the descent might be steep, but don't worry, there will be support available, and you can take your time. We'll follow a smooth, paved road along the coast to Suwaima, where you can change and have a relaxing float in the water. After a refreshing shower, we'll hop back on the bus for a long three-hour drive south on the Kings Highway towards Petra. Along the way, we'll make a couple of stops to admire the beautiful scenery.

• Accomadation

  Petra Icon Hotel or similar

• Meals

  Breakfast

• Distance

  45.0 km / 28.0 miles

Full day Petra Visit

One of the New 7 Wonders of the World, it is without doubt Jordan’s most valuable treasure and the greatest tourist attraction. It is a vast, unique city, carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab civilization who settled here more than 2000 years ago, turning it into an important junction for the silk, spice and other trade routes that linked China, India, and southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece, and Rome. The Nabataean Kingdom existed for centuries, and Petra became widely admired for its refined culture, massive architecture and ingenious complex of dams and water channels. Ultimately, however, the Roman Emperor Trajan annexed the Kingdom. While in Petra, we'll get to explore the site from various perspectives. We'll start by walking through the narrow Siq, a sandstone chasm with towering walls that reach 260 feet (80 meters) high. As we reach the end of the Siq, we'll be greeted by the magnificent sight of El Khazneh, also known as the Treasury. We'll have the chance to venture further and explore the higher caves and the High Place of Sacrifice, which offers a stunning panoramic view of the entire site. On the ground level, we'll pass by the houses, tombs of wealthy citizens, and the amphitheater. If you're up for it, there's an option to climb around 800 steps to reach El Deir, also called the Monastery, which boasts an impressive facade topped by a large urn. Although it requires some effort, the reward of experiencing the Monastery in its remote setting is truly worth it.

• Accomadation

  Petra Icon Hotel or similar

• Meals

  Breakfast

• Distance

  NA

Cycle Wadi Araba to Aqaba

Today, we start early to beat the heat and have an authentic desert experience. We'll be transferred to Tayba village and begin our ride mostly on paved roads towards Ar-Rajif. This route passes through traditional Bedouin territory and is a temporary home for nomadic shepherds, so we might have a chance to enjoy some local tea along the way. While the road is generally in good condition, there are some areas with potholes and loose surfaces due to sand and stones blown onto the road. We continue our journey into the desert, heading towards Gharandal via Dilagha and Wadi Araba. This will be our longest and most challenging day of riding, but also the most breathtaking and rewarding. The road takes us on an incredible adventure through the desert, allowing us to fully appreciate the landscape. It's a day dedicated to cycling and immersing ourselves in the surroundings. After crossing the desert, we'll take a short drive to Aqaba, located on the beautiful Red Sea.

• Accomadation

  La Costa hotel or similar

• Meals

  Breakfast

• Distance

  50.0 km / 31.1 miles

Drive / Cycle to Wadi Rum

After breakfast, we'll take a one-hour transfer out of town before hopping on our bikes for the final ride. This route will lead us into the breathtaking Wadi Rum, where we'll cycle along a mostly flat desert road. Wadi Rum is Jordan's largest and most magnificent desert landscape, a timeless place that remains mostly untouched by humans. Here, monumental rock formations rise from the desert floor, reaching heights of up to 1,750 meters, offering a natural challenge for adventurous mountaineers. Tonight, we'll immerse ourselves in the warm hospitality of the Bedouin people. We'll savor a traditional meal, enjoy sweet tea, and experience desert camping in tents made of goat-hair. As we unwind and reflect on our week of thrilling adventures, we'll gather around a cozy fire, gazing up at the starry night sky above.

• Accomadation

  Rahayeb Camp or similar

• Meals

  Breakfast, Dinner

• Distance

  25.0 km / 15.5 miles

Morning Jeep Ride, and transfer back to Amman

After breakfast, we'll hop on a 4x4 vehicle for an exciting two-hour desert adventure. We'll be surrounded by the vastness of the desert and towering rocks. We'll head back to Amman, which will take about four hours with a quick stop on the way. During the journey, we can enjoy the scenic views and reminisce about our unforgettable desert experience. At 04:00pm drop off to your hotel in Amman.

• Accomadation

  NA

• Meals

  Breakfast

• Distance

  NA