Highlights of Jordan: 7 things you can't miss

The hauntingly-beautiful desert landscape of Wadi Rum has been traversed by Bedouin tribes for millennia, and was referred to as ‘vast, echoing and godlike’ by Lawrence of Arabia. One of Jordan’s star attractions, it certainly has the ability to awe and humble visitors. Amid its subtly hued sands the colossal rock formations reach for the sky and their strange and peculiar contours seeming to drip like icing running down a cake. Stay in a traditional Bedouin camp, where on a clear night you can choose to sleep directly beneath the stars. An unforgettable experience. All of our Jordan trips include a stay in the magical Wadi Rum. 

The ruined Roman site of Jerash dates back to the 1^st century. The city’s plazas, temples and columns have been immaculately preserved. Highlights include the two theatres at either end of the site, the immense forum and the elaborate columns of the Temple of Artemis. Visit during spring, when lush greenery punctuates the sandy hues of the architecture.

This important biblical site is cited as the place where Moses glimpsed the Promised Land. This ridge overlooks the Dead Sea to Jericho, Bethlehem and, on a clear day, Jerusalem. Even if you’re not religious, is a serene spot with a tangible atmosphere. The Moses Memorial Church at Mount Nebo houses some fascinating mosaics that date back to the 6^th century.