Family self-drive tour - Enchanted break in Jordan

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before heading to Jerash, formerly known as Gerasa. It is one of the most remarkable cities of the Roman Decapolis and is among the best preserved in the Middle East. Jerash is the second most important site in Jordanie after Pétra.

At the end of the day, you will spend the night in a cabin in the heart of the Ajloun nature reserve.

After breakfast, immerse yourself in an unforgettable culinary and artisanal experience in Jordania. Learn the art of preparing traditional Kishk Laban pastries and making olive oil soap infused with natural herbs.

Activities:

• Kishk Laban Pastries : Discover how to prepare Kishk Laban, a dried yogurt mixed with bulgur and sun-dried. Participants will learn to cook these delights in a traditional clay oven heated with wood. Savor these fresh pastries accompanied by delicious mint tea and Arabic coffee.

• Olive Oil Soap Making : Initiate yourself into the art of creating olive oil soap bars. Learn to infuse your soap with natural herbs grown locally. Duration: 1h30.

On-site option : Enjoy a day in Ajloun by opting for a cable car ride. This experience offers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, including the majestic Ajloun fortress and verdant forests.

Then, take the road towards the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the planet, located 1306 feet below sea level. Bordered by mountains to the east and the rolling hills of Jerusalem to the west, the Dead Sea offers a landscape of almost surreal beauty. This region, peaceful and sparsely populated today, is believed to have housed five biblical cities: Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, Zeboiim and Zoar.

For more than two millennia, the Dead Sea has been renowned for its therapeutic properties. The unique climate and natural elements (sun, water, mud, air) constitute an exceptional combination conducive to relieving many chronic conditions. Among these are dermatological problems such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo, as well as respiratory disorders such as asthma. Furthermore, it offers benefits for arthritis, circulatory disorders, hypertension, Parkinson's disease and certain ophthalmological problems.

Experience a unique and delightful experience by floating on the surface of the Dead Sea waters. This exceptional buoyancy is made possible thanks to a salt concentration that is nine times higher than that of ordinary oceans.

Enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful night in a beachfront resort on the Dead Sea, equipped with a water park.

After your breakfast at the hotel, you head off to discover Madaba, a city renowned for its many churches adorned with mosaics.

You visit in particular the Church of Saint George, which houses the famous Map of the Holy Land. This ancient mosaic depicts the Holy Land, notably Jerusalem and the Decapolis, and constitutes one of Madaba's emblematic testimonies.

Near Madaba, you reach Mount Nebo, a major site in Jordan, renowned as the place of Moses' death and burial. This holy place, steeped in history, hosts a church whose first construction dates back to the 4th century. You then continue your journey southward, on the legendary traces of Moses, who led the Hebrews during their exodus.

Then, heading towards Karak via the famous King's Highway, you will make a stop to experience an unforgettable local experience. For an hour and a half, you will participate in the daily tasks of a local farming family: cooking Arbood bread, collecting eggs from free-range chickens, milking sheep, and tasting a typical organic meal from Karak while enjoying breathtaking views of the Mujib valley.
You will also be able to explore the neighboring village and discover Byzantine and Roman ruins. Dressed in the Madraqa, the traditional costume of Karak, immortalize your visit with stunning photos of the Mujib valley.
The visit will continue towards the famous Karak fortress, one of Jordanie's emblematic monuments.
If time permits: A visit to Karak Castle is a must, a fortress renowned as impregnable that overlooks the city of Karak. Located 124 km south of Amman, this fortress was built in 1142 by Payen the Butler, lord of Montreal and the province of Outre Jourdain, on the ruins of older citadels dating from the Nabataean era.
Payen made Karak the new capital of the province thanks to its strategic location on the King's Highway, thus allowing control of all traffic between north and south.
A former Crusader stronghold in Transjordan, Karak Castle in Jordanie was the site of numerous sieges and battles.

Finally, arrival at Petra for the night.

After breakfast, you have the possibility to start your exploration from Petra Beidha, located 8 km north of Petra. Visit the archaeological park of Siq al-Barid, known as Little Petra rich in Nabataean ruins. This captivating stage on the way to the famous city of Petra, inscribed in the Unesco world heritage, is accessible by a narrow canyon of 400 m, the Siq, which opens between red sandstone rocks. On the site, you will discover two monuments that frame abandoned troglodytic dwellings: a temple-tomb and four tricliniums. The name "Siq al-Barid" means "cold canyon" in Arabic, because of the light that never penetrates this narrow gorge. Little Petra, created in the 1st century BC, was part of the prosperous agglomeration of Petra. Unlike the temples and royal necropolises, the buildings of Little Petra served as dwellings for residential or commercial use, with the tricliniums typical of local architecture, serving as dining rooms for caravans of Bedouin merchants.

The desert of Wadi Rum, a true natural wonder, awaits you for a 2-hour hike. During this adventure, participate in the preparation of "Gallayet Banadora", a traditional Jordanian dish made with tomatoes often cooked outdoors during picnics. This culinary experience will give you the opportunity to appreciate local cuisine while admiring the spectacular desert landscape.
After this authentic immersion, set off for one hour's drive to Aqaba, the gateway to Jordanie on the Red Sea. This Jordanian coastal city stands out for its breathtaking views over dark blue waters, rich in coral reefs and diverse marine life. Aqaba is renowned for its beaches and protected corals, ideal for swimming, diving, snorkeling, or a glass-bottom boat tour.

Back at the hotel, relax on the private beach and enjoy the sun. For dinner, choose a typical restaurant recommended by our driver. Optionally, enjoy a fresh fish dish carefully prepared at Suzana restaurant, where freshly caught fish are the highlight of local cuisine.

Finally, return to the hotel for a restful night.