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Take a trip to Wadi Rum on your Jordan Vacation
Wadi Rum, also known as The Valley of the Moon is a valley located in southern Jordan that is cut into sandstone and granite rock, a very special place on a Jordan vacation. While the word wadi means valley in Arabic, many believe that “rum” most likely comes from an Aramaic root word meaning high or elevated. The region has served as a backdrop for many famous films including Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Red Planet (2000), Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) and Prometheus (2012).
Archaeological evidence including rock paintings and temples suggests that Wadi Rum (the largest wadi in Jordan) has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The area is very isolated and has remained relatively untouched by humans with the only permanent inhabitants being Bedouin nomads.
The Bedouin populations are very hospitable and help to make Wadi Rum a unique tourist destination on a Jordan vacation. Wadi Rum played an important role during the First World War when T.E. Lawrence spent a great deal of time in the valley during the British-inspired Arab revolt against the Ottoman Empire.
Today, Wadi Rum is popular with tourists on Jordan tours as its monolithic rockscapes provide challenges for mountaineers. A supporter of eco-tourism, Wadi Rum offers many climbing and trekking opportunities as well as camel and horse safaris. Visitors can also enjoy camping out under the stars or wandering through canyons and waterholes experiencing Jordan’s history through 4,000-year-old rock drawings.
Today, Wadi Rum is popular with tourists on Jordan tours as its monolithic rockscapes provide challenges for mountaineers. A supporter of eco-tourism, Wadi Rum offers many climbing and trekking opportunities as well as camel and horse safaris. Visitors can also enjoy camping out under the stars or wandering through canyons and waterholes experiencing Jordan’s history through 4,000-year-old rock drawings.
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Middle East Combo: Egypt & Jordan
Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, Dead Sea, Cairo, Pyramids of Giza, Nile River, Luxor, and Valley of the KingsUncover Egypt and Jordan on this private-guided trip through ancient tombs, rose-hued temples, desert landscapes and the healing shores of the Dead Sea.
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Essential Jordan: Amman, Dead Sea, Petra & Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum, Petra, Dead Sea, and AmmanExperience Jordan’s rich history and striking landscapes on this small group tour, from Roman ruins and the Dead Sea to the wonders of Petra and Wadi Rum.
7 days
From US$2,231/p.p.
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Jordan Escape: Dead Sea, Petra & Wadi Rum
Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, and Dead SeaDiscover Jordan’s wonders on this private-guided journey, from Petra’s rose-hued marvels to Wadi Rum’s desert silence and the healing waters of the Dead Sea.
5 days
From US$1,663/p.p.
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Echoes of Jordan: A Women's Journey
Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Petra, and AmmanExperience Jordan’s ancient wonders and desert beauty on this private-guided journey through timeless ruins, rich traditions, and warm local hospitality.
8 days
From US$3,540/p.p.
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Jewels of Jordan
Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, and Dead SeaExplore Jordan's ancient wonders, from the stunning Dead Sea to Petra's iconic Treasury. Discover the vast desert of Wadi Rum, then savor local dishes in bustling Amman.
5 days
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