Petra's rose-red city, a night under the stars in Wadi Rum and floating in the Dead Sea. Here's what Jordan is like with the family and when to go.
The Jordan Pass covers the visa and Petra entry. Check entry rules on GOV.UK before you book.
March to May and October to November are best, warm by day and cool at night. Summer is very hot in Petra and the desert. Winter can be cold and wet, with snow possible in the hills, though Aqaba stays warm.
Walk through a narrow gorge to the Treasury. Climb 800 steps to the Monastery if legs allow.
Jeep rides through red desert and a night in a Bedouin camp.
Float in water so salty you can't sink. Keep it out of eyes and cuts.
Snorkel coral reefs in the Red Sea, close to the beach.
Wade up a canyon river. Open roughly April to October, with age limits.
One of the best-kept Roman cities anywhere, with chariot shows.
Yes, for families who like adventure and history. Jordanians are very welcoming to children. Check the latest GOV.UK travel advice before booking, as it covers the wider region.
Seven or eight nights covers Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and a beach day in Aqaba.
Yes. Most visitors buy the Jordan Pass online before travel, which includes the visa and entry to Petra and other sites. Check GOV.UK for the current rules.
A lot. It's about four kilometres to the Treasury and back, and much more to explore. Donkeys and carts can help tired legs.
Put Jordan on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.