3 Days. WADI RUM 2* + Cycling Tour I Private Transfers from US$458

Total price From US$915

Created: Monday 10 August 2020

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Wadi Rum 3 Days / 2 Nights

Mazayen Rum Camp 2* + Half Board (Breakfast + One Main Meal)
Tour: Cycling Tour
Private Transfer (Standard Car) Amman - Wadi Rum - Amman

Note: If suggested Camp is not available at the selected dates, Toghi will offer other alternative campsto choose from.

About the destination

People have been living in Rum for thousands of years, struggling to survive in its harsh environment. They've been hunters, pastoralists, farmers and traders, as Rum is near national borders. Even the famous Nabateans once lived in Rum, leaving behind several structures, including a temple. Local folk gained notoriety more recently when they joined the Arab revolt forces under the leadership of King Faisal and fought alongside Lawrence of Arabia during the Arab Revolt (1917/18) against the occupying Turkish and German armies. Lawrence himself makes many references to Wadi Rum in his book ‘The Seven Pillars of Wisdom’, a title seemingly inspired by one of Rum’s imposing mountains. The exploits of Lawrence have become part of local folklore, and some popular tourist sites are named after him, although whether he used these exact sites is up for debate. Nearly all the people living in and around Wadi Rum today are of Bedouin origin and, until recently, led nomadic lives, relying on their goat herds. They are resourceful, hospitable people who are largely responsible for developing Wadi Rum as a tourist destination. Recognising the unique natural and cultural history of Wadi Rum and the vital importance of tourism to the local economy, the government of Jordan declared Wadi Rum a protected area in 1998. With support from the World Bank they commissioned the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, a national NGO, to prepare a conservation plan and build a team of local people to manage the area. This team is now under the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and is pioneering ways to restore and safeguard Rum’s sensitive desert habitats from ever-increasing human pressure.

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01 Sept

Transport from Amman to Wadi Rum

Departure

JR - Cars If you wish to book this car transport at another time, please contact us on: requests@toghi.com

08:00 - Amman City Center

12:00 - Wadi Rum City Center

2 PC Nonstop

Cabin Class: Economy

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Transfers by Standard Car: Amman to Wadi Rum (1 Night)

01 Sept

Hotel

2 Nights

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Mazayen Rum Camp

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Standard Double/Twin Deluxe Tent - Free cancellation - Half board included - Genius Business

Located in Wadi Rum, Mazayen Rum Camp is in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Wadi Rum Protected Area and 9 minutes from Deeseh Knowledge Station. This family-friendly campground is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Burrah Canyon and 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Wadi Rum Visitor Center.

You can experience a safari adventure. Additional features at this campground include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and free babysitting. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 5 kilometers.

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned guestrooms. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bathrobes.

Enjoy a meal at Mazayen Cooking Class, or stay in and take advantage of the campground's 24-hour room service. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9 AM.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

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02 Sept

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