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Per PersonNorthern Jordan Tour – Culture, Nature & Local Experiences
Discover a different side of Jordan on a Northern Jordan tour that combines archaeology, nature, food, and community experiences over 7 days. This private journey takes you beyond the classic highlights and introduces you to the people, traditions, and landscapes of northern and central Jordan.
Your journey begins in Amman before heading north to Ajloun Nature Reserve and Jerash. Walk the Soap House Trail, meet local women in Orjan, and learn how traditional olive oil soap is made. Later, explore Jerash and its impressive Roman streets, plazas, temples, and theaters.
Local Culture in Al Salt
Continue to Al Salt for hands-on cultural experiences. Meet local families, prepare za’atar, bake manakeesh and saj bread, visit farms, learn about beekeeping, and taste locally produced foods. These activities give you a closer connection to everyday Jordanian life.
Northern Jordan Tour Food & Community Experiences
The program also includes a vineyard and winery experience in Mafraq, followed by a visit to Amman’s Citadel and Roman Theatre. You will then continue to Iraq, Al-Amir, where the local women’s cooperative introduces you to traditional handicrafts and community initiatives.
In Amman, take part in a self-cooking experience at Beit Sitti and prepare a traditional Jordanian meal. This combination of food, heritage, and local interaction makes the tour especially suitable for travelers looking for authentic experiences.
Relax at the Dead Sea.
After several days of touring, continue to the Dead Sea for a relaxing overnight stay and a free day at the resort. Float in the salt-rich water, enjoy the facilities, and take time to rest before your departure.
This Northern Jordan tour is ideal for couples, families, and small private groups who want to combine culture, nature, local food, and community-based experiences. The program includes accommodation, transportation, entrance fees, and selected meals and activities as described in the itinerary.
Learn more about our Jerash destination and Dead Sea destination. For official tourism information, visit the Visit Jordan website.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Northern Jordan Tour
How long is the Northern Jordan tour?
This private Northern Jordan tour is planned over seven days.
What experiences are included?
The program combines archaeology, nature, local food, community experiences, accommodation, transportation, entrance fees, and selected meals and activities as described in the itinerary.
Who is this Northern Jordan tour suitable for?
This tour is suitable for couples, families, and small private groups who want culture, nature, local food, and community-based experiences.
Included and Excluded
- Meet and assist service upon arrival and departure.
- Visa fees according to current Jordanian government regulations, subject to change
- Hotel accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals and lunches mentioned in the program
- All transfers and transportation according to the itinerary in an air-conditioned vehicle
- For groups of 7 guests or more: a private licensed national guide in English, Russian, French, or German during touring days
- For individual travelers and groups of 1–6 guests: English-speaking escort/driver during touring days and transfers
- Local English-speaking guide in Jerash for approximately 1.5–2 hours for groups of 1–6 guests
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Local tours, activities, and community experiences described in the program
- Two small bottles of mineral water per person on each touring day
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities to local communities
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, laundry, drinks, and minibar charges
- Tips for guides, drivers, restaurant staff, and hotel staff
- Optional or additional tours not mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the program
- Private licensed national guide for individuals or groups of 1–6 guests unless specifically included
- Any service not clearly listed under “What’s Included”
Highlights of the Tour
- Experience the warmth and hospitality that Jordan is known for while discovering authentic local life across the country’s northern regions.
- Explore Ajloun Nature Reserve and walk the Soap House Trail through beautiful woodland landscapes. Meet local women in Orjan and discover the traditional process of making olive oil soap.
- Visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash before continuing your journey through the local traditions of Al Salt. Take part in hands-on experiences such as preparing za’atar, baking manakeesh and saj bread, visiting farms, learning about beekeeping, and tasting local products.
- Discover Jordan’s wine culture during a vineyard and winery experience in Mafraq.
- Explore Amman’s historic Citadel and Roman Theatre, then meet local women at the Iraq Al-Amir cooperative and discover traditional handicrafts.
- Prepare a Jordanian meal during a self-cooking experience at Beit Sitti before ending your journey with time to relax at the Dead Sea.
- This 7-day Northern Jordan Tour combines culture, nature, local food, community experiences, and authentic Jordanian hospitality.
Itinerary
Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport, where our representative will meet you before immigration with a sign displaying your name.
We will assist you with the entry procedures and escort you to your vehicle.
Afterward, transfer to your hotel in Amman for check-in and an overnight stay.
- NO LUNCH / NO DINNER.
After breakfast, travel north to Ajloun Nature Reserve for the Soap House Trail.
Enjoy a moderate hike through oak and pistachio woodlands. Along the way, pass historic ruins and scenic viewpoints.
Continue to the Soap House in Orjan. Meet local women and learn how traditional olive oil soap is made.
Later, drive to Jerash and explore its impressive Roman archaeological site.
Return to Amman for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch in a local rural area / Dinner at hotel
After breakfast, travel to Al Salt for a full day of authentic local experiences.
Meet local women farmers and learn how to prepare za’atar. You will also bake traditional manakeesh in a local oven.
Continue with a hands-on soap-making experience and taste homemade local products.
Visit a farm and discover rural life, local animals, and sustainable water-harvesting methods.
Depending on availability, learn about traditional dairy production and local farming practices.
Join a beekeeping experience and taste locally produced honey.
You can also take part in traditional activities such as baking saj bread and collecting fresh eggs.
Finish the experience with a fresh local meal before returning to Amman.
- Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch in a local rural area / Dinner at hotel
After breakfast, travel to Mafraq for a vineyard and winery experience.
Learn about Jordan’s terroir, viticulture, and the relationship between local food and wine.
Enjoy a brunch buffet and sample locally produced wines.
Continue with a visit to the winery cellar. A tasting of five wines is served with a cheese platter.
After the experience, return to Amman.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Brunch at winery / Dinner at hotel
After breakfast and hotel check-out, begin a city tour of Amman.
Visit the Amman Citadel and enjoy panoramic views over the old city.
Continue to the Roman Theatre and the Traditional Life Museum.
Next, travel to Iraq Al-Amir and visit the local women’s cooperative. Meet community members and discover traditional handicrafts and locally made products.
Enjoy lunch with the local community.
In the evening, return to Amman for a hands-on cooking experience at Beit Sitti. Prepare and enjoy your own traditional Jordanian dinner.
After dinner, transfer to the Dead Sea.
Check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast at hotel / Lunch with the local community / Self-cooking dinner
Enjoy a relaxing free day at the Dead Sea.
Float in its mineral-rich water and spend time relaxing at your resort.
Spa treatments and other resort services may also be available at an additional cost.
Enjoy your final overnight stay at the Dead Sea.
- Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner at hotel
After breakfast, check out from your hotel at the Dead Sea.
At the appropriate time, transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight.
We recommend arriving at the airport approximately three hours before your scheduled departure.
End of your Northern Jordan Tour.
Tour Route Map
1Queen Alia International Airport2Amman3Ajloun4Jerash5Amman6Al Salt7Amman8Mafraq9Amman10Iraq Al-Amir11Dead Sea12Queen Alia International Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour can be arranged for private travelers, families, or small groups. Transportation and guiding services are provided according to the group size.
The itinerary includes Amman, Ajloun Nature Reserve, Jerash, Al Salt, Mafraq, Iraq Al-Amir, and the Dead Sea.
The Soap House Trail is a moderate hike through woodland areas and scenic viewpoints. Comfortable walking shoes and a reasonable level of fitness are recommended.
Guests can enjoy local meals, traditional bread, za’atar, farm products, local honey, and a hands-on cooking experience at Beit Sitti.
Yes. The tour suits families and small groups, although some activities include walking and outdoor experiences. The pace can be adjusted when needed.
Yes. The itinerary includes an overnight stay at the Dead Sea, with free time to relax and float in its mineral-rich water.
Yes. Breakfasts, local lunches, selected dinners, winery brunch, and the Beit Sitti cooking experience are included as described in the itinerary.
For groups of 7 guests or more, a private licensed national guide is included during touring days. For 1–6 guests, an English-speaking escort or driver is provided, with a local guide in Jerash.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, light outdoor clothing, sun protection, and a light jacket depending on the season. Modest clothing is also recommended for cultural visits.
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