Jordan Travel Guide
If you're planning an adventure to Jordan, there's a few things you'll need to know before you go and we're here to help with a host of travel guide resources that cover everything from what to see and when to go, to visas, health advice, money, costs and more. You'll also find the latest safety and security updates, reviews from our customers, a selection of videos to show Jordan in all its glory, plus a detailed guide on trekking routes into Petra so you can really get your Indiana Jones on!
Best Places to Visit
Everyone knows Petra is a must-see destination but here you'll find more
Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip with this overview of the seasons and what to expect of the weather
Top Travel Tips
Everything you'll need to know for a smooth holiday from currency to health advice
Tourist Visas
Make sure you've got the right visa before you arrive and find out how to obtain one
Jordan Video Lounge
Transport yourself to The Hashmite Kingdom with this inspiring selection of travel videos
Latest Travel Updates
Is it safe to travel to Jordan? Here's the latest advice on security & how it affects you
Hiking Trails into Petra
Get off the beaten track with our guide to the various routes into the Rose City
Traveller Reviews
Don't just take our word for it - see what makes our Jordan tours so popular
Recommended Reading
- Pillars of Salt
by Fadia Faqir - Married to a Bedouin
by Marguerite van Geldermalsen - Story of a City: A Childhood in Amman
by Abd al-Rahman Munif
Facts about Jordan
- It is considered polite to refuse a meal three times in Jordan before actually accepting it.
- Water levels in the Dead Sea have dropped 82 feet in 50 years and it's predicted that it could dry up completely by 2050.
- The Jordanians believe that praising children excessively can invite bad luck and is generally avoided.
Jordan Travel Advice for Australian travellers
We keep abreast of the latest travel advice to Jordan and follow advice as set out by Smart Traveller. Currently all our tours to Jordan are running as normal. Safety of our travellers is paramount and we recommend that you check the latest travel updates before you fly.
Flying to Jordan from Australia:
Jordan is between a 16-20 hour flight from Australia depending on whether you depart from the east or west coast of the country. Amman serves as the international gateway and starting point for our tours. The best flight options from Australia in terms of duration are via the Middle East with Emirates, Etihad or Qatar, all of which depart from the major cities including Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Visit Skyscanner for the best deals on flights from Australia to Jordan.
Useful Online Resources:
The official Jordan Tourism Board site and the latest Jordan Weather Updates from the BBC.