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nomads. Begin with two days in Amman and a third day at the races - chariot races that
is - at the spectacular Roman ruins of Jerash .
For a springtime flower show, camp overnight at the oak woodlands of Ajloun Forest
Reserve or spend day four wading knee-high among daisies at Umm Qais . On day five
descend to the subtropical Jordan Valley , pausing at the point where Jesus was sup-
posedly baptised in Bethany-Beyond-the-Jordan .
Follow the River Jordan to the Dead Sea and treat yourself to a night of luxury in a
Dead Sea resort and an early morning float on day six at the world's lowest point. Survey
the West Bank from a higher vantage at the Dead Sea Panoramic Complex en route for
Mujib Biosphere Reserve . Splash, swim and struggle through 'Petra with water' on the
unguided Siq Trail. Dry out along the Dead Sea Highway to Lot's Cave and swap stories
about the adventure at candlelit Feynan Ecolodge .
Begin week two chilling in Aqaba for two days, sparing time for a dive or snorkel in
the fabled Red Sea . With batteries recharged, tackle a hike in Wadi Rum on day 10 and
stay overnight in a Bedouin camp. Spend the next three nights in Wadi Musa, joining
Petra by Night for a magical introduction to the world-wonder of Petra . End your second
week travelling back to Amman along the Desert Highway.
If you have a third week to hand, head north from Petra via the ancient King's High-
way on day 15, sparing time to pause at the imposing castle of Shobak . Break the journey
at Dana Biosphere Reserve and relax on day 16, taking village walks or a longer hike
with a guide.
Spend day 17 making the most of the King's Highway to Madaba, pausing at Karak and
Herod's Castle in Mukawir en route. Allow two days for some souvenir shopping in
Madaba , the closest town to the international airport, or at craft shops in nearby Mt
Nebo . If energy allows, end your visit with a day trip to Azraq and the Eastern desert
castles .
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