Women’s Jordan Hiking Adventure with Kiera Blaney – She Will Explore

Your adventure begins in the vibrant capital of Amman. After arriving, you’ll make your own way to the hotel and settle in. Depending on the time of your arrival, you may have the opportunity to sample some delicious Jordanian cuisine or take a short stroll through the lively streets of the city.

Take this day to relax and prepare for the exciting journey ahead. There will be a welcome meeting and briefing in the evening once everybody has arrived, and a group walk downtown for a local dinner (dinner not included in price).

🏨 Accommodation:

• La Locanda Hotel, Amman (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• None

✅ Activities:

• Welcome Meeting

🚗 Transfers:

• Airport transfers can be organised at an additional cost. More information will be provided once the trip is confirmed.

After an early breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the beautiful Dana Biosphere Reserve. Today’s hike follows the breathtaking Shaq Al Reesh Trail – a circular route that winds through canyons and sandstone cliffs, offering some of the most dramatic landscapes in Jordan. You’ll pass through a stunning siq and reach the trail’s namesake ridge.

This hike is rated Moderate to Difficult, and covers around 12km over approximately 5+ hours, though the distance can be adjusted based on group ability. Afterward, settle into your guesthouse overlooking the reserve.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Dana Guest House – RSCN, Dana (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner

✅ Activities:

• Transfer from Amman to Dana (Approx. 2 hrs 45 min)
• Hike Shaq Al Reesh Trail (12km, Moderate to Difficult)

After breakfast, transfer from Dana to Furon, the starting point of today’s hike. This challenging route takes you deep into the rugged wilderness of the Sharah Mountains. You’ll hike along faint Bedouin shepherd paths and remote hunters’ trails, surrounded by dramatic black mountain peaks and steep canyons.

The trail is rated Difficult and covers 17.1km with an ascent of 750m and descent of 920m. The raw beauty and isolation of this stretch make it a highlight for seasoned hikers. Tonight, you’ll camp under the stars in the wilderness, supported by a local Bedouin family. Note that you will have your own private tent tonight.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Wilderness Camping

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner

✅ Activities:

• Transfer from Dana to Furon (Approx. 2 hrs by 4WD)
• Hike from Ras Al-Feid to Ghbour Whedat (17.1km, Ascent 750m, Descent 920m, Difficult)

Today’s hike leads you from the remote wilderness to the outskirts of Little Petra. You’ll pass Bedouin camps, grazing livestock, and terraced agricultural plots as you move closer to human settlements. Along the way, discover Nabataean ruins, including ancient wine and olive presses and clever water systems.

After around 4–5 hours of hiking (14km, Ascent 610m, Descent 560m), you’ll arrive in Little Petra. Believed to be a suburb of Petra, this archaeological site features carved sandstone buildings and a glimpse into the ancient trade routes. Settle into your Bedouin camp for the evening.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Little Petra Bedouin Camp (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner

✅ Activities:

• Hike from Ghbour Whedat to Little Petra (14km, Ascent 610m, Descent 560m, Moderate)
• Visit Nabataean Ruins and Ancient Infrastructure
• Explore Little Petra

Enter Petra the adventurous way – through the back door. Begin your day hiking down Wadi Ghurab with its stunning sandstone surroundings. This ancient Nabataean route leads you along a narrow rock terrace with expansive views before you arrive at the hidden plateau overlooking Wadi Siyyagh.

From here, the Monastery appears dramatically carved into the cliffs. Continue down into the heart of Petra, past Royal Tombs and the famous Treasury, before exiting through the Siq. The hike covers 14–16km, with an ascent of 496m and descent of 519m, and takes 4–6 hours depending on your pace and stops.

🏨 Accommodation:

• La Maison Petra Hotel, Petra (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

✅ Activities:

• Hike from Little Petra to Petra (14–16km, Ascent 496m, Descent 519m, Moderate)
• Visit The Monastery, Treasury, and Petra Siq
• Optional Petra by Night Experience (Additional Cost Approx $45 USD)

Leave Petra behind and head to the mystical desert of Wadi Rum. Your first stop is the Disi Women’s Cooperative, where you’ll engage with female Bedouin artisans through pottery-making and storytelling. Learn about traditions such as Bedouin weddings and ancient crafts.

In the afternoon, a 2-hour 4WD safari takes you through majestic valleys, sand dunes, and rock bridges. You’ll stop to explore and hike through narrow canyons and gaze at the desert’s surreal landscapes. End the day at your Bedouin camp with warm hospitality and starry skies.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Rum Magic Nights, Wadi Rum (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

✅ Activities:

• Transfer from Petra to Wadi Rum (Approx. 2 hrs)
• Cultural Experience at Disi Women’s Cooperative
• 2-Hour Jeep Safari in Wadi Rum
• Bedouin Camp Overnight

Rise early for the drive to Wadi Mujib, where today’s canyon hike offers a refreshing change of pace. The Siq Trail leads you through a gorge of towering sandstone walls, with deep pools and a waterfall at the end. You’ll scramble, wade, and swim – so bring water shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting wet. The trail takes 2–3 hours depending on water levels and pace.

Continue to Madaba for a special dinner at Carob House – a sustainable farm to table restaurant, community based kitchen and foodie haven. The restaurant highlights local ingredients and regenerative farming. Enjoy a wholesome meal and settle in for the night in this charming mosaic-filled town.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Mosaic City Hotel, Madaba (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner

✅ Activities:

• Drive from Wadi Rum to Wadi Mujib (Approx. 4 hrs)
• Hike Wadi Mujib Siq Trail (2–3 hrs, Swimming Required, Weather Permitting)
• Visit and Dinner at Carob House
• Optional Sunrise Camel Ride (Additional Cost Approx $30 USD)

After breakfast, explore the incredible mosaics of Madaba, including the famous 6th-century ‘Madaba Map’. Then head to Mount Nebo for sweeping views of the Jordan Valley – the same view Moses is said to have seen before his death.

Next, descend to the Dead Sea. Float in its salty waters, coat yourself in mineral-rich mud, and enjoy some downtime before heading back to Amman for your final night.

🏨 Accommodation:

• La Locanda Hotel, Amman (or similar)

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast
• Lunch

✅ Activities:

• Explore Madaba Mosaic Sites
• Visit Mount Nebo
• Swim and Float in the Dead Sea
• Transfer to Amman

Enjoy a final breakfast before wrapping up your Jordanian journey. If time allows, you might squeeze in a last stroll through Amman’s buzzing streets or grab one more cup of cardamom-scented Arabic coffee. It’s the perfect moment to reflect on the epic landscapes, cultural encounters, and unforgettable hikes that have defined your trip.

If you are departing today, you are free to depart any time after breakfast, carrying home memories that will stay with you long after your hiking boots are packed away.

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

🚗 Transfers:

• Airport transfers can be organised at an additional cost. More information will be provided once the trip is confirmed.