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Overview Middle East
Horseback riding tours
Israel
Jordan
Oman
Northern Africa
Morocco
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Horseback riding vacations in
Jordan
Jordan is a land of romantic associations – from
Lawrence of Arabia to the hidden city of Petra. Hidden Trails offers a
fantastic opportunity to discover the treasures of Jordan on a horseback riding
holiday – away from the tourist hordes, in some deeply stunning locations.
Whether you bask in the glory of the hidden city of Petra, spend a lazy day
bathing in the Dead Sea, or follow in the footsteps of that great equestrian,
Lawrence of Arabia, Jordan promises a mystical holiday experience. Jordan is
one of the most welcoming hospitable and countries in the world. You will find
the locals eager to talk to you, and welcome you into their homes.
Horse Riding in Jordan
The Wadi Rum mirrors a moonscape of ancient valleys and towering, weathered
sandstone mountains rising out of the white and pink colored sands. A scene
right out of the exploits of Lawrence of Arabia and the authentic setting of the
film, the Wadi Rum presents many opportunities for long canters across high
plateaus. Traveling along old caravan roads offers an encounter with an
altogether different world, complete with possible personal invites from the
desert dwelling Bedouins. Live the life of the Bedouins all the way down to the
Saudi Arabian border and the Disi mountains and discover the spectacular rock
formations, Jordan's answer to the Grand Canyon and undoubtedly the largest and
most magnificent of Jordan's desert landscapes - a horseback riding holiday you
will not forget.
The highlight of this horse riding trip is a visit to Petra – the Hidden City.
Petra, the jewel in the crown of Jordan's antiquities, has been declared by
popular ballot one of the 'new' Seven Wonders of the World. The magnificent
rock-hewn city of the Nabateans hardly needed further billing (since Jean Louis
Burckhardt discovered it in the 19th century, it has been a favorite destination
for Europeans) but at sunset on a winter's day, when the rose-pink city catches
alight, it's easy to see why it has charmed a new generation of visitors.
Jordan Weather and Climate
Jordan is blessed with a Mediterranean climate for pleasurable year-round
travel. Amman is sunny and cloudless from May to early November, with average
temperatures around 23° C (73 F). Springtime brings optimal weather, lush with
greenery, and autumn is equally mild and pleasant. July and August are hot and
dry but not oppressive. Because of the capital city’s elevation, evenings are
cool.
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Below is a list of our trips in this area with video clips.
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Jordan
Travel restrictions
Airports in Jordan opened with limited routes on September 8th, 2020.
Effective January 26th, 2021, passengers arriving into Jordan no longer have to self-quarantine for 7 days.
The following requirements are to be applied on passengers holding a full course vaccination certificate:
- Register on the Visit Jordan platform where you will be required to upload a copy of your vaccination certificate to get the QR code that is mandatory for boarding: https://www.gateway2jordan.gov.jo/ This QR code will also serve as proof of vaccination for fully vaccinated travelers upon arrival in Jordan and while traveling through the country.
- Vaccine certificates are required in Arabic or English language only.
- Provide a negative PCR test conducted within 72 hrs prior to departure from the first embarking airport/border crossing.
- Health/travel insurance that includes Covid-19 coverage is required for foreign nationals.
- Conduct a second PCR test on arrival in Amman with the payment of JD 28. Children under the age of five are exempt, as well as fully vaccinated passengers arriving to Jordan from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, China, the European Union, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Morocco, New Zealand, Oman, Qatar, Russia, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
On April 25th 2021, the Government of Jordan announced all incoming flights from India to Jordan will be suspended immediately, and any individual arriving from India is only allowed to enter Jordan after spending at least 14 days outside India.
Measures taken by the government
On June 4th, 2020, the Government of Jordan announced the launch of a website which provides updates and FAQs about the COVID-19 situation in Jordan and explains the re-opening of the country’s various sectors: https://corona.moh.gov.jo/en
The Government of Jordan continues to implement social distancing regulations and mandatory mask wearing in business establishments, public transportation, and government facilities due to COVID-19.
The following sectors reopened starting June 1st 2021: swimming pools, sports centers, academies, and clubs, oriental baths, equestrian clubs, and children’s play areas.
Public transportation services remain limited.
Effective September 1st 2021, the Government of Jordan has cancelled all curfews.
Workplaces in all economic sectors are permitted to operate at 100 percent capacity, with the exception of wedding halls which may operate up to 50 percent capacity, with a cap of 200 people. Additional restrictions still apply to theaters, festivals, and exhibits.
Testing
The cost of COVID-19 testing in Jordan is 28 JD. Individuals are responsible for the cost of the test.
Most labs in Jordan communicate the initial test results through PDF sent by text message. However, some labs require individuals to pick up a hard copy of the results. Each lab will clarify the process of obtaining results after conducting the COVID-19 test.
The Ministry of Health provides a list (in Arabic) of 33 laboratories in Jordan authorized to perform COVID-19 diagnostic testing: https://corona.moh.gov.jo/ar/page/1057/Laboratories
Some of these labs include: Biolabs, Alsultan Laboratories, Precision Medical Laboratories, Med Laboratories, The Specialty Hospital, Mega Labs, Quest Labs, and Geno Labs.
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
Ministry of Health (MoH) Public Health Emergency Operation Center (PHEOC) hotline: +962 77 8410186 (mobile) for English speakers or +962 6 500 4545 (landline) or 111.
Source:
US Embassy in Jordan https://jo.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on November 24th 2021 (checked on December 1st 2021)
Jordan Tourism Board: COVID-19 Update https://www.myjordanjourney.com/coronavirus-update
Published on September 22nd 2021 (checked on December 1st 2021)
For more information please visit our COVID-19 Updates page at https://www.hiddentrails.com/article/covid19update.aspx
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