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• Experience the beauty and culture of Jordan on this

exhilarating trekking adventure

• Marvel at the views from Mount Nebo of the Jordan

valley and the Dead Sea

• Join the local Bedouins for a magical desert

adventure and learn their customs and culture

• Trek through wadis and arid desert, cross the

dramatic mountains, sandstone canyons and wild-

sculpted escarpments

• Witness interesting archaeological landscapes and

areas rich in prehistoric activity

• Climb small hilltops for an unforgettable sunset over

the desert plains

• Camp in Bedouin tents under a blanket of star filled

skies

• Get off the beaten track around ancient Petra and

be dazzled by the famous Treasury building

• Spend a day floating effortlessly in the Dead Sea

• Receive a complimentary Water-To-Go bottle

when you join this trip to minimise our plastic

footprint in this green destination of Jordan!

H i g h l i g h t s

TREK TO ANCIENT

PETRA JORDAN

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This adventure captures Jordan’s desert landscapes at its best

and culminates with getting off the beaten track in the famous

ancient city of Petra.

Jordan has welcomed travellers for centuries from camel

caravans to intrepid adventurers. With its World Heritage Sites,

friendly people and awe-inspiring desert landscapes, this

country is a trekkers paradise.

You’ll experience epic landscapes of weathered sandstone and

reddened dunes, encompassed by a salt sea at the lowest

point on earth, and trek past canyons flowing with seasonal

water, oases of palm trees and explosions of springtime flowers

scattered across arid hills. Your route winds its way along

dramatic mountains, through spectacular wadi’s and vast ever-

changing desert landscapes where you will enjoy delicious

camp meals and a good night’s rest under a blanket of stars.

Finishing in Petra, the ancient Nabataean city framed by

Jordan’s sandstone escarpments, it is the jewel in the crown of

the country’s many antiquities. With sites flung over a vast rocky

landscape and a mood that changes with the shifting light as

the sun moves across the sky, this is a highlight that rewards

you as a long distance trekker.

Plus there’s time to relax with an effortless dip in the Dead S

Sea or cool off in your hotel swimming pool before

enjoying a delicious celebration meal on your last

night in Jordan.

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TRIP SUMMARYActivity: Hike, bike & kayak Group size: 8 – 24 people

Duration: 9 days & 8 nights Level of difficulty:

Active days: 5 days Moderate / Challenging

Accommodation: Hotels & Bedouin camps Dates 2021/22: Feb / Nov

Cost: Deposit: £175 per person (*2022 prices subject to change)

Remaining balance: £1350 per person

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DAY 1

Flight from UK to Queen Alia International

Airport Jordan and private transfer to

Amman

DAY 2Private transfer from Amman – Mt Nebo –

Kerak – Shobak Castle – Mansura camp

DAY 3

Trek Mansura – Wadi Gwair – Wadi Feynan

DAY 4

Trek Wadi Feynan – Hamada – Wadi Abu

Sakakeen

ROUTE MAPG e t r e a d y f o r a n a d v e n t u r e

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DAY 5

Trek Wadi Abu Sakakeen – Wadi Feith – Agla –

Gbour Whedat

DAY 6

Trek Gabur Al Waheidat – Alfarsh – El Maisra

DAY 7

Trek to Ancient Petra

DAY 8

Petra – Dead Sea

DAY 9

Dead Sea Hotel – return private transfer to Queen

Alia International Airport for your flight home



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DAY 2

Private transfer from Amman – Mt Nebo – Kerak – Shobak Castle – Mansura (overnight)

After breakfast you will be transferred in an air-conditioned minibus down to Mount

Nebo. At 1,000m, this mountain is a very important Christian site for it was here, on the

edge of a ridge overlooking the Dead Sea, that Moses first caught sight of the

Holy Land, having led his people from Sinai. Mount Nebo offers fantastic views of the

Jordan valley and the Dead Sea, with the West Bank city of Jericho visible from the

summit and Jerusalem apparent on very clear days.

Lunch will be in a local restaurant near the imposing Crusader castle of Kerak. This is the

largest and best-preserved of the Crusader Castles in the region. It was built in 1132 by

Baldwin of Jerusalem and sits on top of a steep outcrop, an almost impregnable

position. It became famous at the time of the Crusades as one of the chain of fortresses

used in the Holy War against Islam. From here you will continue your road journey south

enjoying the fantastic views over magnificent Wadi Araba before briefly stretching your

legs at Shobak Castle. You will then arrive at Mansura where your campsite awaits and

dinner will be served.

Included

Transfer: Private air conditioned vehicle transfer

Accommodation: Bedouin camp

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

THE CHALLENGE – to trek for 5 days through spectacular desert landscape, camping under a blanket of start to reach the ancient city of Petra, Journey through some of the most spectacular desert scenery in the world which has been eroded for millennia forming dramatic mountains (known as jebels) that rise out of the

desert sands. Accompanied by local Bedouin you’ll learn their culture and camp as they do, under the stars.

Reaching the ancient rock city of Petra you’ll get off the beaten track to marvel at this majestic city followed by a relaxing float in the famous Dead Sea.

DAY 1

Flight from UK to Queen Alia International Airport, Jordan

Flight from London UK to Jordan (approx 5 hours)

On signing up for the trip, we will provide you with the recommended flights to book

or alternately, we can book the flights for you through our ATOL protected Flight

Agent at an additional cost. Flights are not included in your package to give you

the flexibility to travel from your nearest airport, use your frequent flyer points or

extend your stay in Jordan if you wish. The recommended flights for this will include

airport transfers in Jordan. There are direct flights from London and some major

airports across the UK. Flights are operated by British Airways, Royal Jordanian,

Easyjet & Ryan Air and cost upwards £350pp economy return depending on which

flights and when you book.

You will be transferred by private minibus from the airport to your hotel in Amman.

On arrival you will have time to get to know your fellow team-mates, make final

preparations for your trek and depending on your flight time, explore the streets of

modern Amman.

Included

Transfer: Private air conditioned vehicle transfer from airport to

Amman

Accommodation: Hotel (twin share basis – share & save)

Meals: Not included



ITINERARY CONTINUED

DAY 5

Trek Wadi Abu Sakakeen – Wadi Feith – Agla – Gbour Whedat

Following breakfast in camp, today’s route takes you into Wadi Feith, a narrow canyon

with its year round running stream. From here you will then venture down into Wadi

Sahawa. The trail then heads up to your lunch spot at Tabqa Agla. After lunch you will

take a Bedouin trail with beautiful views over Wadi Araba to Gabur Al Waheidat.

Tonight’s camp is on a spectacular pass from which you can see the whole of the route

we trekked so far giving you a huge sense of achievement.

Included


Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

DAY 6

Trek Gabur Al Waheidat – Alfarsh – El Maisra

Following breakfast in camp, you will hike down into a fertile green valley before

ascending an exposed ridge-top. The climb is short but steep and the views from the

top are jaw-dropping. You are an impressive kilometre above the desert plains below.

After lunch your route descends down through a wild valley and past sandstone

domes and cliffs to little Petra. This gives you your first taste of the amazing Nabataean

culture. There’s time to visit the Neolithic village of al-Baidah and then enjoy afternoon

tea made by your Bedouin crew.

The trail then makes it way along a gravel road winding its way through the sandstone

domes to camp at El Maisra near little Petra. For many today has proven the most

spectacular day. Tonight is your last night sleeping in the Bedouin tents or under the

blanket of the night sky.

Included



DAY 3

Trek Mansura – Wadi Gwair – Wadi Feynan

Today your trek will start along the impressive Shara mountains. The barren landscape then

changes as you enter Wadi Gwair and wind your way through to emerge in the late

afternoon in a broad valley. You will pass palms, reeds and oleander bushes that blossom in

the spring. The Wadi Feinan gorge has an interesting archaeological landscape and was

an area rich in prehistoric activity. Your route will take you past the remains of a late Roman

citadel, copper mines, elaborate water systems and settlements with Neolithic houses,

some even preserved to two storeys. The end of the day will see you trek into your campsite

ready for a well deserved meal and a night camped under the stars.

Included



DAY 4

Trek Wadi Feynan – Hamada – Wadi Abu Sakakeen

Following breakfast in camp, your trek follows the outskirts of the Shara Mountains and

through the Wadi Araba, which is like a small rocky desert called a Hamada with scattered

Acacia trees. The views across the wadi, part of the Great Rift Valley, are an irresistible

distraction, and looking back you will be in ore of the vast panoramic landscape which

stretches for miles.

On reaching camp, there are several small hilltops to climb for an unforgettable sunset over

the desert plains on which you are camping.

Included




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ITINERARY CONTINUED

DAY 7

Trek to Petra and free afternoon to explore

Following your last breakfast in the desert you will continue your trek to Petra. You will

enter little Petra reserve and negotiate narrow paths clinging to the side of deep

canyons. You will have a whole day to enjoy Petra including a halfway guided tour of

the rose-red city which is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Petra was

carved into the Sharah Mountains by the industrious Nabataeans, who grew rich

through their control of the frankincense trade routes through Arabia. Petra fell into

obscurity about a thousand years ago, while its existence and location, were kept a

closely guarded secret by the local Bedouin, until 1812 when the Swiss explorer John

Louis Burckhardt tricked his way into the site.

Your guided tour of this unique and unforgettable site starts with a walk through the Siq,

the narrow and winding fissure between towering cliffs, which you will exit through a

tiny cleft to be confronted by the awe-inspiring splendour of the Treasury monument,

Petra’s most elaborate ruin, sculpted into the sandstone rock. Local legend has it that

this tomb once stored the gifts of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon. You will continue to

explore the royal tombs, a roman theatre and the colonnaded street to name but a

few of the astounding attractions on view. Walking up the 800 steps you will be greeted

with an amazing view of the vast and impressive Monastery (Ed Deir) and extending to

more views over the whole area.

The afternoon is free for you to further explore one of the most impressive and exciting

sites of ancient history anywhere in the world. One option is that you can walk up to the

High Place (Attuf Ridge), once the venue for sacrificial offerings, which gives wonderful

views over the Petra Basin and out towards Jebel Harun and Wadi Sabra.

Included


Meals: Breakfast


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DAY 8

Private transfer from Petra – Dead Sea with free time

Leaving the desert and the ancient city of Petra behind, you will head to the Dead Sea

which is one of the most fascinating places on earth. Here you will have free time to

experience the effortless floating in the sea or simply cooling off in the hotel swimming

pool. This evening there will be a group dinner to celebrate the completion of your

epic desert trek in Jordan.

Included


Meals: Breakfast and celebration dinner

DAY 9

Private transfer to the airport for your return flight home

Following breakfast at your hotel you will bid farewell to the sea and transfer to the

airport ready for your return flight to the UK. Filled with a huge sense of pride and

achievement on completing your desert trek through Jordan you will arrive home with

plenty of stories to tell, a greater understanding of the country and it’s people and new

found friends.

Included

Transfer: Private air conditioned vehicle transfer

Meals: Breakfast


T R I P S U M M A R YDates, trip overview

T R I P D E T A I L SItinerary, activity details and inclusions

T R A V E L D O C U M E N T STraining guide, kit list & exclusive discount codes, meet

the team, emergency contact details, safety &

wellbeing guidelines

TRAVEL APPOnce signed up, all your trip details and updates will be available through our free travel app, Vamoos. It’s accessible 24/7 and the excitement will build with the countdown to your adventure starts. Plus no more paper, A’ppy days.

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Safety & wellbeingAdventurous Ewe puts the safety and wellbeing of you, our leaders & crew and the communities we visit at the centre of all our operations, always. Your safety and wellbeing is our top priority and as such we have implemented a new operational procedures focused on safety and strong hygiene practices for all our adventures.

The Trek to Ancient Petra will require preparation as the challenge is designed to take you out of your every-day comfort zone and achieve something amazing. Rest assured we have a thorough Safety Management System, in-depth risk assessments and risk management systems in place. You’re in safe hands with Adventurous Ewe.


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Level of difficulty

We pride ourselves in small group trips to minimise

the impact on the environment, to maximise your

safety & wellbeing and to make your experience

more authentic.

The minimum group size for this trip to run is 8

people and the maximum group size is 24 people.

You are most welcome to join this adventure as a

group of friends, family or colleagues or as a solo

traveller. You are also welcome to use this trip as a

fundraiser for the charity of your choice.

If you have a group of over 8 people, we would be

more than happy to run a private trip for your

team, your charity or your company. Please get in

touch for more info.

Leaders & crewYou will be accompanied by certified Adventurous

Ewe Leader and Local Guide for the trek together

with a local Bedouin support crew. They’re a

friendly bunch with a huge level of care and a

great sense of humour. Rest assured they are fully

experienced and remote first aid qualified. They

will be ultimately responsible for the running of the

itinerary and the safety of your group and are

extremely proud and passionate to share their vast

knowledge, culture and way of life with you.

Leaders will carry safety equipment and first aid kits

with them at all times. Please note, these kits are

for emergencies only so please come prepared

with your own personal first aid items.

The Leaders and Crew will also be in constant

radio communication throughout your trek.

Group size

The Trek to Ancient Petra is graded as ‘Moderate to

Challenging’. You’re in for an active trip! Whilst previous experience isn’t essential for getting

involved, a good level of fitness will really help you

get the most out of this trek. If you can imagine

yourself trekking for 5 days on the trot whilst

carrying your day-pack and enjoying the delights

of camping in the desert; this is the adventure for

you. Although this trek is not technically difficult,

you should be an experienced walker and have a

head for heights. Your route follows a well-

established trail though there are some sections

walking along ridgelines.

Preparation is key to help you get the most

enjoyment and reward from this trek. A good level

of fitness, endurance and some gritty

determination will help you conquer each day.

Please come prepared for trekking in the heat as

temperatures will be very warm during the day

and can reach up to 32ºC, however the evenings

in camp will be quite cool.

TrainingA bespoke training programme will be provided

when join this trip to help you with your

preparations. This includes info, videos and an

exclusive discount code for a 28 day kettlebell

training programme & app which is ideal for

strength and endurance training for those short

on time. Plus it has great nutritional tips. The

more you are prepared, the more you will enjoy

the challenge.

Our motto is:

Train hard, smile harder and enjoy the journey!

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Adventure with purpose

We’re very proud to have teamed up with

leading climate change charity Cool Earth

and invest a % of our revenue into supporting

their critical conservation projects around

the world.

This partnerships means that just by joining

the flock and taking part in this trip, you will

not only have an incredible experience, but

you can do so by knowing you are actively

supporting rainforest communities across the

globe, sustainably.

Kit and discount codes

A full kit list will be provided when you join this

adventure together with an exclusive

Adventurous Ewe discount code for

independent outdoor retailers Joe Brown, The

Climbers Shop and ashmei athletic apparel

where sustainability meets performance.

Packing and kit tips will also be provided

when you join sign up.

Rest assured any equipment that we supply

will be hygienically cleaned and sanitised

and was not used 72 hours before you use it

and will not be used for the next 72 hours.

Feel free to contact Jim or Sue at:

[email protected]

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call 01492 588 069 or chat to us online via the website.

We’re here to help, support and guide you as much as you need.

A n y q u e r i e s ?

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A quick snapshot of what you need to know…

Travel Admin

Adventurous Ewe Financial GuaranteeAny monies paid to Adventurous Ewe for a trip are immediately placed into a Trust account and not used for the

day-to-day operations of the company. So, in the unlikely event of our insolvency, money paid in respect of

future travel will be refunded, in full. This pledge has been honoured since the foundation of Adventurous Ewe in

2007. No client has suffered financial loss outside our T&C’s whilst travelling with us.

Financial securityRest assured, your money is safe in any and all circumstances. There has been and always will be full financial

protection on your booking. If your adventure needs to be cancelled for any reason, like say a global

pandemic, you won’t be left stuck and you’ll be offered plenty of alternative options thanks to our financial

protection through our insurance. What’s more, in the very unlikely event of Adventurous Ewe going under, you’ll

get your money back and be repatriated if you were on a trip at the time.

Passport

All nationalities require a full passport that must be valid for 6 months beyond the intended length of stay.

Visa

Visas are required by all visitors entering Jordan. Single entry visas valid for 1 month and can be obtained by

most nationalities on arrival at the airport in Amman for approximately JOD40. It can be significantly more

expensive to acquire your visa from the embassy in your home country. Please note that there are ATM’s

available in Amman airport and also currency exchanges.

Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it’s important

that you check for the latest info. For British citizens please visit https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-

advice/jordan/entry-requirements

Insurance

Travel insurance is compulsory for all our overseas trips. It is a condition of joining this trip that you are fully

insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs and air ambulance or

helicopter rescue services where appropriate). We strongly recommend that the policy also covers the activities

you are undertaking, personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.

Vaccinations

There are currently no mandatory vaccination requirements. Recommended vaccinations include: Polio,

Tetanus, Typhoid. For the most up to date info on vaccinations, please consult with your GP or travel healthcare

practitioner 8 weeks in advance of travel. For more info, feel free to visit

https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.

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WHY ADVENTUREOUS

EWE

Big adventures, small bootprintsHere at Adventurous Ewe we think, talk, love, live and breathe adventure.

We create and deliver worldwide adventures, whether they be trailblazing

itineraries to remote pockets of the globe or classic bucket list adventures. At the

core of each trip creation is real and meaningful connections to destinations and

people.

We’re a friendly family business operating since 2007 with decades of adventure

travel experience, knowledge and insight that you can depend on. We’re

passionate about igniting your adventurous spirit and achieving the extraordinary

in some of the world’s most incredible places. We’re also proud to be the main UK

trip supplier for Much Better Adventures.

We’re also proud to operate adventures with reason by supporting both local and

global environmental charities, the Snowdonia Society and Cool Earth. So by joining the flock for your next trip, experience the feel-good factor that you’re

helping the planet through these partnerships. We not only want to make a

difference to your life, your experiences and your stories, but to the lives,

communities and environments of this awe-inspiring planet.

Why join us:✓ Reconnect and gain a fresh perspective through the lens of adventure

✓ Be bold, be ambitious and experience an adventure to remember

✓ Feel protected, feel safe and know your wellbeing is our focus

✓ Be part of something bigger and help the environment and local communities

grow

✓ Meet and mingle with the people of the planet

✓ Enjoy the whole journey - the support & guidance from AE, the new friend-

sheeps made, the thrill of travelling, the people & places, the great

achievements and difference you can make - not only to your life, others too!

We’re excited to be immersed in your adventure from your very first step. Travel is

a force for good, for everyone!

All you need is the….

1. Courage to start

2. Strength to endure

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HELPING SHAPE THE FUTURE OF TOURISM

Adventurous Ewe may only be a small tour operator however we are proud to be

part of these fantastic initiatives with our operations and as a collective

collaboration, make a difference to the safety and future of tourism.

World Travel & Tourism Council’s #SafeTravels

We have implemented the protocols for tour operators which have been

compiled based on input from leading tour operators either directly or from their

public announcements around the healthy, and responsible reopening of tour

operations to the public. The protocols also take into account World Health

Organisation (WHO), the US’ Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) guidelines.

The objective is to ensure that protocols are in place across all relevant functions

with an increased focus on health, hygiene, and reduction of physical contact

guidance which travellers will need and expect to embrace a safe travel

experience.

Future of Tourism

We’ve also joined the movement to reshape the Future of Tourism. We are

excited to announce that Adventurous Ewe has signed the new set of Guiding

Principles launched by the Future of Tourism Coalition. As a signatory, we commit

to please destination needs at the centre of our recovery strategies and do our

part to build a better tomorrow for travel and tourism.

Learn more at www.futureoftourism.org. #FutureofTourism

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ADVENTURE WITH PURPOSE

Our mission: to harness the power of travel to conserve and protect the

world’s precious natural spaces, one epic adventure at a time.

Our goal: to ensure rainforest communities benefit from adventure tourism,

and to educate and inspire our flock to help actively support these

communities across the planet.

Now more than ever our commitment to maintain our support of one of the

leading global climate change charities, Cool Earth and the local

protection and sustainability work of the Snowdonia Society, is of utmost

importance.

To do this we’ll continue to contribute a % from every booking to Cool Earth

and maintain our partnership with the Snowdonia Society. It’s time that we

all live in a more responsible world. This means that not only will you have a

fabewelous experience when you travel with Adventurous Ewe, you can do

so whilst taking pride in knowing that you are helping support both of these

fantastic causes.

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YOU’RE IN SAFE HANDSA D V E N T U R E S A F E T Y A N D W E L L B E I N G G U I D E L I N E S

Adventurous Ewe puts the safety and well-being of you, our leaders & crew and thecommunities we visit at the centre of all our operations, always. Your safety and well-being isour top priority. We have implemented a range of changes and precautions focused onensuring strong hygiene practices for all our adventures. This also includes ensuring oursuppliers of accommodation and catering have strong hygiene practices in place too.

Please note that while these procedures take into account current WHO and governmentguidelines, it is a live document which we will update as new information becomes availableabout COVID-19.

✓ The maximum number of participants will be kept under 10 people per team.

✓ Pre-adventure briefings will be in a digital format for you to view 2 days prior to your trip.

✓ Hand sanitiser will be provided before, during and after your adventure and also carriedby the crew.

✓ Your Leader/s and Crew, who are first aid qualified, will be operating under higher-levelprotocols for infection control and patient care. They will wear masks and gloves whereappropriate.

✓ We will honour social distancing guidelines wherever possible during the adventure. If the2-metre rule is unable to be maintained, please place yourself side by side, or facingaway from each other, rather than face to face if possible.

✓ For any accommodation bookings included as part of your package, if you would prefera single room / tent please let us know asap and we will make the arrangements for youdependent on availability. There will be an additional cost for this dependent on thehotel/tent transport, therefore please get in touch with us for further info [email protected].

✓ Any equipment or hire items such as bikes, helmets, kayaks, buoyancy aids and paddles,that we supply will be hygienically cleaned and sanitised. Items will not be used 72 hoursprior to when you used it and they will not be used for 72 hours after your use.

✓ If there’s a requirement whereby you need to share an enclosed space such asthe cabs of vehicles, you should keep the window open for ventilation and youshould be careful to avoid touching your face at all times. On leaving theenclosed space, wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds or use handsanitiser if there are no washing facilities available.

✓ If you are feeling unwell, DO NOT attend the trip. For your own health and the well-being of others, please remain at home and rest until you are well again.

✓ To protect other members of the flock on your adventure, you should also remainat home if someone in your household is self-isolating.

✓ If you have been travelling overseas in the last 14 days, please DO NOT attend untilfurther advised. Please contact us to discuss in further detail.

Friendly reminder:

✓ Participants & crew to maintain good hand and personal hygiene. Wash handsregularly with soap for 20 seconds and or an alcohol-based hand sanitiser beforehandling food and after being in public spaces and between activities whereverpossible.

✓ Participants and crew to avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth and to cover theirnose and mouth when coughing and sneezing with a tissue or flexed elbow.

✓ Participants, Leader/s and Crew to avoid sharing personal items.

✓ Participants will need to complete a ‘Self Assessment Form’ prior to travel,

Participants, crew and supporter health and safety remains a priority for AdventurousEwe, and we will continue to monitor and follow the advice and directions ofgovernment and health experts.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] call 01492 588 069. Thank-ewe.





TOP TIPSD e s e r t t r e k k i n g

• Dress the part. Wear wicking or merino wool based t-shirt to wick any

moisture away from your body. Do not wear cotton t-shirts

• Have good sun protection – full brimmed hat or cap with a buff/scarf to

protect your neck, use SPF50 sunscreen

• Train in your trekking kit. including wearing of your rucksack with weight

inside, in varying weather conditions so you know your kit is both suitable

and comfortable for your trek

• Wear good sturdy hiking boots which are comfy, well worn-in

• Look after your feet – blister prevention

• Climbing up and down sand dunes can be very taxing and a good method

for walking in the desert is to follow the footprints of other walkers. The

compacted sand means that you don't sink as you walk and it is a more

stable surface to walk on

• If you really feel the heat, bring a handheld fan, buff & a full brimmed hat

which you can wet or a cooling spray

• Despite the unwavering desert heat in the day, as soon as the sun sets the

nights can become very cool. Bring fleeces or light weight down jacket with

you to ensure you are adequately prepared for the drop in temperature

• Have two bags – a daypack for the trek with your trekking kit (waterproofs,

warm layer, snacks, water, first aid & any medication) and your kit bag

(duffle bag) which will be transported for. Make sure yout kit bag has

suitable straps as you will need to carry this in camp and hotels

• Bring your own facemask (optional) and hand sanitiser (essential)

• Trekking poles which are retractable are a great way to provide stability

and support your knees whilst hiking

• Bring some of your favourite high calorie snacks. Remove as much

packaging as you can before taking it on the trek (less litter to carry)

• Bring your own water bottle, camelbak/platypus and flask that you can

refill and avoid plastic bottles. Ensure you have some tried and tested

electrolytes as well

• Be respectful of the indigenous communities, the people, their land

and their homes

• Most importantly……SMILE AND ENJOY THE ENTIRE EXPERIENCE

COST

Deposit: £175 per person payable on booking

Remaining balance: £1350 per person payable 6

weeks prior to start of trip

Please note, if you need to change your booking 60 days or

more before the start date you can make flexible date change, subject to availability, without incurring any admin costs. If you need to cancel your booking 60 days or more before the event start date, you will be issued with a credit note to the value of your payment that you can use for another event of your choice, subject to availability.

You are welcome to fundraise for a charity of your choice if

you wish to do so. All sponsorship monies are to be sent directly to your chosen charity.



INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONST R E K T O A N C I E N T P E T R A

INCLUDED

Pre-trip:

• Personalised trip support in the lead up to your trek from Adventurous Ewe

• Training guide

• Discount on personal kit from Joe Brown, The Climber’s Shop and ashmei

athletic apparel both in shop and online

• Trip info supplied via our free mobile travel app, Vamoos

• Digital trip briefing sent before your arrival in Jordan

• Financial protection of your booking

• Public liability insurance

• Risk assessment and emergency management planning

• Monthly payment plan available.

During your trip:

• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Amman (3* hotel), Petra (3* hotel) and the

Dead Sea (4* hotel) on a twin share basis

• 5 nights desert camping (tents plus all camping equipment and set-up)

• Adventurous Ewe Trek Leader

• Expert English-speaking Local Bedouin Guide

• Local Bedouin crew including camp crew, drivers, porters and cooks

• Private transfers as per itinerary with modern air conditioned vehicle

• Transfer of main kit bag from campsite to campsite and hotels

• Support vehicle on trek

• All meals as outlined in your itinerary

• Drinking water for the duration of your trek

• Entrance fees to Petra and National ParksPrivate vehicle transfers as

outlined in your itinerary

• Safety equipment and first aid provisions

• All trip management and hygienic cleaning procedures of equipment

before, during and post adventure.

Currently not included but can be organised at an additional cost

• Return flights from the UK to Jordan. Flights operated by British

Airways, Royal Jordanian, EasyJet and Ryan Air and cost upwards

of £350 economy return. Flights can be booked through our Flight

Agent who is ATOL protected

• Any trip extensions or additional night’s accommodation

NOT INCLUDED

• Travel insurance (mandatory)

• Visa

• Vaccinations & personal medication

• Clothing and equipment as detailed on the Kit List

• Meals as outlined in your itinerary

• Single room supplement or accommodation upgrade

• Any personal snacks, electrolytes, water purification tablets and

medication

• Personal spending money

• Tips for local crew

• Any expenses incurred with leaving the trip early ie. hotel

accommodation or change of flight costs.



KIT LISTG o o d q u a l i t y , d u r a b l e k i t c o u l d m e a n t h e d i f f e r e n c e b e t w e e n a f a n t a s t i c t r i p a n d a n

u n c o m f o r t a b l e o n e . T h i s i s a l i s t o f r e c o m m e n d e d k i t t o t a k e o n y o u r a d v e n t u r e .

BAGS

❑ Main kit bag (duffle bag) – with all your items not needed whilst

on the trek itself. This bag will be transported via vehicle whilst

you’re on the trek. Ideal to have straps for carrying

❑ Daypack – 20 – 25 litre for to carry essentials on the trek

❑ Dry bags – can be useful for storing different items

❑ Reusable cloth bag for shopping (to avoid plastic bags)

CLOTHING❑ Lightweight water-proof jacket with hood AND water-proof

trousers. Have good quality water-proof clothing which is breathable. We recommend the following fabrics: Gore-Tex Pro,

Gore-Tex or Páramo

❑ Light weight down jacket or a soft-shell jacket for evenings

❑ Midlayer or fleece

❑ Trekking trousers - trekking trousers with zip off legs are idea Avoid cotton

❑ Trekking shorts – ensure they don’t chaff

❑ Trekking t-shirts – wicking fabric or merino wool base

❑ Light weight long sleeve shirt – for sun protection

❑ Base layers (merino wool or wicking fabric) long-sleeved top x 1 and long johns x 1 (ideal for sleeping)

❑ Buff – used for sun protection and warmth

❑ Sun hat – full brim or cap with a buff or scarf to protect your neck

❑ Underwear – wicking or merino wool base

❑ Swimwear & small towel/sarong – for the Dead Sea

❑ Casual clothes for evenings and travel

TRAVEL ADMIN

❑ Passport

❑ Visa

❑ Flight tickets

❑ Travel insurance policy and emergency number

❑ Debit/credit cards

❑ Cash - Jordanian Dinar. Please ensure you have cash for tips for

the local crew

FOOTWEAR

❑ Hiking boots – well-worn in trekking boots with ankle support and waterproof

❑ Trainers / crocs / mules – comfy shoes to wear in the evenings around camp

❑ Socks – minimum of 3 pairs of merino wool or synthetic trekking socks. Please ensure you trial your sock-wear

prior to departure to ensure your sock choice is

suitable for your feet

❑ Socks - for evenings and travel

❑ Flip-flops or similar – (optional).

EQUIPMENT

❑ Water bottle - we suggest a 2-3 litre capacity. Platypus / Camelbak system and water purification tables

❑ Your free Adventurous Ewe Water-to-Go filtration

bottle

❑ Head torch & spare batteries – for camping

❑ Sunglasses – these are essential. They must have strong UVA/UVB protection

❑ Trekking pole(s) - optional. Please train with these prior to your trek

❑ Sleeping bag - (comfort rated -5°C)

❑ Sleeping bag liner – (optional), good for extra warmth and keeping the inside of your sleeping bag clean

❑ Sleeping matt – full length thermarest or roll matt

❑ Pillow – inflatable pillow or stuff your sleeping base cover with clothing and use as a pillow

* For the November - February trips when night-time

temperatures can fall below freezing in the desert, we

recommend a sleeping bag comfort rated -10°C). a

warmer jacket such as a down-filled jacket, and thermal

baselayers.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS

❑ Hand sanitiser (essential)

❑ Face mask (optional)

❑ Favourite high calorie snacks, both sweet and savoury

❑ Electrolytes

❑ Sunscreen and lip block – SPF50 as a minimum

❑ Camera – enclose in a dry bag

❑ Toiletries – including biodegradable loo paper, dog poop

bags, biodegradable soap/shampoo/conditioner, travel

hand soap, eco-friendly wet-wipes, toothpaste &

bamboo toothbrush, deodorant, lip balm, etc. Please

note washing facilities are minimal on the trek

❑ Light-weight mico-fibre towel – (optional)

❑ Personal First Aid - please bring any personal medication

plus paracetamol, ibuprofen, antihistamines, electrolytes,

rehydration sachets, antibacterial hand gel and

plasters/Compeed blister pads, zinc oxide or Rock tape,

throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), etc.

❑ Insect repellent

NICE TO HAVE ❑ Duct tape for emergency repairs – (wrap some around

your trekking pole or water bottle rather than carrying a

whole roll)

❑ Ear plugs for the hostel and mountain hut

❑ Reading material / card fames for the evenings

❑ Spare dry bag for dirty or wet clothing

❑ Multitool/Swiss army knife

❑ Portable charger and adapter

❑ Travel padlocks

**As Jordan is an Islamic country, modest dress is preferable in

the towns and cities. Shoulders should be kept covered, and

full-length trousers/skirts are recommended.

Knee-length shorts are OK once on trek.a d v e n t u r o u s e w e . c o . u k / t r e k - t o - a n c i e n t - p e t r a - j o r d a n /

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EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODES

To help you get the very best from your Adventurous Ewe trip we

have teamed up with independent UK outdoor specialists:

Joe Brown and The Climber Shop who are kindly offering any

members of our flock a 10% discount* in either Joe Brown / The

Climbers Shops or online at https://www.climbers-shop.com/

Ashmei who produce sustainable high performance sporting

apparel. https://ashmei.com/

Exclusive discount codes will be provided when you sign up for this

adventure.

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ADVENTUROUS

EWE

We not only want to make a difference to your life, your

experiences and your stories, but to the lives, communities

and environments of this awe-inspiring planet.

• We believe in epic goals, trailblazing adventures and

pushing boundaries

• We cheer, salute and support every person stepping

outside their comfort zone

• We celebrate the things that make us different and

doing things that make a difference

• We dream big, aim high, inspire others and believe

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CONTACT US

For any further info or any questions,

please feel free to contact us at:



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We look forward to welcoming

you to Jordan for this exhilarating

trekking adventure to the ancient

world of Petra.

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