Important note: The Beidha Ride is subject to weather conditions. In case this ride is not possible, it will be replaced by an extra day of riding in the Wadi Rum Desert.
Sample Itinerary: 10-day program (July & August) - subject to changes
This program includes 5 riding days.
Please, note that a shorter version (7 days and 6 nights) of this program is available (July & August only). That shorter option would end after the monastery tour in Petra. If you choose this option, an extra fee needs to be paid for your transfer from Petra to Amman.
Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival
Arrive in Amman, pick up at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Madaba.
Meals included: none
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba
Day 2 (Sunday): Shobak
Early departure for the road of kings, in the footsteps of the crusaders. We will stop to visit the castle of Kerak located (approx. 1.5 hours drive from Madaba). This castle is one of the most important fortresses built by the Crusaders.
After the visit, we continue our road towards Shobak for approximately 1 hour. Shobak Castle (also known as Montreal Krak) sits on a rocky outcrop. Perched dramatically like a ship on the crest of a hill, Shobak Castle was the first to be built by the Crusaders in Transjordan, about 1000 years ago.
We will enjoy our lunch at Shobak where the horses and team are waiting. Then, departure on horseback to explore the national park of the HIshe forest, with a breathtaking view of the Wadi Araba. Night in bivouac
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Camp near Shobak
Day 3 (Monday): Beidha Ride
After breakfast, we leave quietly on the pleasant paths that lead us to Beidha.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Camp near Beidha
Day 4 (Tuesday): Little Petra Ride
By following narrow mountain paths, we make our way towards Little Petra. We can see in the distance the Jabal Haroun Monastery of the brother of Moses. At the end of the day, we cross the Siq al Barid.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Camp near Djebel Haroun
Day 5 (Wednesday): Canyon Ride
We spend the whole day on horseback on the site of Little Petra and enjoy the view of the a beautiful canyon! Then, we head to Wadi Musa and spend the night at the hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Petra
Day 6 (Thursday): Petra Ride
We leave our hotel very early at daybreak, a tea will be offered by your guide. The crossing of Petra on horseback is done before the official opening of the site! We ride about 1.5 kilometer on the cobblestones path, through the Siq, before arriving in front of the Khazneh (Treasure), the most famous monument of the ancient city of Petra!
Your horses will take you on a magical day through the site, until nightfall when you join the superb Seven Wonder Camp! Evening around the fire and traditional music to end this exceptional daye in style.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Seven Wonders Camp
Day 7 (Friday): Petra Monastery Tour (no riding)
We leave our camp for a tour of Petra by foot. This visit gives us more time on foot to explore the mythical site. The tour starts from little Petra with a 4X4 bus that will take you to the monastery, sparing you the 3000 steps!!
After the visit of the monastery, free day on the site.
In the evening, transfer to Aqaba (2.5 hrs), where you spend the night.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Aqaba
Day 8 (Saturday): Red Sea (no riding)
This morning, take the Shuttle Bus of the Berenice Dive Club to enjoy the Red Sea Beaches, Snorkeling, Diving …. etc. (activities to be paid extra)
Lunch is included. In the afternoon, transfer to Wadi Rum to enjoy a beautiful night with the Bedouins, including dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Camp in Wadi Rum
Day 9 (Sunday): Dead Sea (no riding)
After breakfast early departure to the Dead Sea. We expect to arrive at the resort in time for lunch and a 'floating' experience. At the end of the day, we will transfer you to Madaba. Dinner at one of the oldest restaurants in Madaba.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba
Day 10 (Monday): Departure
Breakfast and transfer to Amman Airport for flight back home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Sample Itinerary: 8-day program (Jan-May & Sep-Dec) - subject to changes
This program includes 5 riding days.
Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival
Arrive in Amman, pick up at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Madaba.
Meals included: none
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba
Day 2 (Sunday): Petra
After breakfast (around 8am), transfer to Petra (3 hours’ drive) to visit this legendary site. Through the narrow gorge (the "Siq"), we walk up to the central temple, which was carved into a mighty rock face.
From the time of the Romans there are still some pillars left, the countless caves are still much older. An impressive play of shapes and colors awaits you.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Petra
Day 3 (Monday): Beidha Ride
After breakfast, meeting with the local team and allocation of horses. Today, we discover "Little Petra", Baidah from the saddle.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Bedouin Camp
Day 4 (Tuesday): Red Rocks & Inscriptions
This morning, we meet the horses and team in Diseh, a small village located east of the Wadi Rum protected area. We will ride south in direction of Barrah canyon. We will reach our camp for lunch and take a break of 2 to 3 hours according to weather. Then, we will have a lovely afternoon ride, looking at the famous red Um Twiguy rock and Thamudic inscriptions. We will ride for about 4-5 hours today.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Camping
Day 5 (Wednesday): Barrah Canyon Ride
Today, we will ride through Barrah Canyon, another spectacular place in Wadi Rum, surrounded by high cliffs, where we often see climbers. At the end of the canyon, we reach our lunch spot.
In the afternoon, your guide will find the best ways to cross secret canyons to reach the camp before sunset!
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Camping
Day 6 (Thursday): Burdha Arch Ride
After breakfast in camp, we ride towards the Burdha arch area. Crossing nice sandy red landscapes and impressive stone sand canyons, we will stop for lunch at the bottom of Burdha Mountain.
Afternoon ride on a nice track with a beautiful view of the Wadi Rum red mountains.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Camping
Day 7 (Friday): Last Ride
For our last riding excursions in the heart of wadi rum, we will go to Ghazaly canyon and Lawrence' House. At the end of our riding day, we say goodbye to our horses and the team.
Then, transfer to Madaba. Our dinner is at one of the oldest Restaurants in Town (7 to 10 minutes’ Walk from Hotel).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba
Day 8 (Saturday): Departure
Breakfast and transfer to Amman Airport for flight back home.
Meals included: Breakfast
Non-Riders
Non-riding guests can join this trip on request. Hiking activities and camel rides can be arranged.
