Journeys to Jordan

Discover Jordan…a fabled land, a crossroads of the exotic and the mysterious, the Occident and the Orient—a land built on the wealth of ancient trade: gold, spices, silks, and ivory. In Jordan the footsteps of history run deep…you are treading the same routes as Alexander the Great, Roman emperors, crusader knights, and merchant caravans from afar. The ages casually click by with each passing building—one minute classical antiquity, the next medieval marvel. Bazaars and markets, largely unchanged for centuries, tempt even the most experienced traveler with their unique and stunning offerings. Out into the desert the vistas are visual symphonies of rock, canyon, sand and wildlife including fleet-footed ibex and desert fox. And then there is the crown jewel of this land—Petra, famously described as the “rose-red city half as old as time.” Now one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Petra is a place that truly causes the soul to stir at the glory of it all. Like the outstanding Roman mosaics that can be found throughout the country, each piece of Jordan’s heritage, environment, and culture combines to make a beautiful whole.

Global Philanthropy: Jordan
Become enraptured with the romance of the desert on an adventure to Jordan and learn about the humanitarian efforts and educational programs that take place everyday, from both the UNRWA and the Queen Rania Child and Family Center. Travel the King’s Highway and tour impressive ancient fortresses and castles, explore significant archeological ruins at Jerash and Petra, see brilliantly-colored mosaics, witness the Biblical sites of Mt. Nebo and Lot’s Cave, then bask in the serenity of the Dead Sea. Relax each evening in luxurious hotels with dreams of pastel-hued sands and ancient civilizations.

Classic Adventure to Jordan
Discover the romance of desert landscapes with pastel-hued sands, unique rock formations and ruins of ancient civilizations. In the beautiful ‘white city’ of Amman and at Jerash you’ll see some of the world’s best preserved Roman cities. The ancient Nabatean civilization left its mark in the deep canyons of Petra. Within this small and diverse country you see impressive ancient crusader and Islamic fortresses and castles, the Biblical sites of Mt. Nebo and Lot’s Cave, and brilliantly colored mosaic maps of the ancient world. Competing with the man-made wonders are Dana Nature Reserve, the Gulf of Aqaba, and the limestone canyons of Wadi Rum.  Share meals and visit the homes of the Jordanian people. Relax each evening in luxurious hotels and traditional villages.