FAQ's

Certain nationalities require an entry visa to be obtained prior to travel. It is recommended that you check with the Jordanian diplomatic mission in your country prior to travel to ensure that you have all the necessary paperwork for travel.

The cost of one entry visa for all nationalities is 40 JD (around $60) and, if not on the restricted list, can be obtained upon arrival at the airport, if not on the restricted list, can be obtained at the nearest embassy/consulate.

Groups of five persons or more arriving through a designated Jordanian tour operator with a government certified tour guide are exempt from all visa charges, provided the group arrives and departs together as well as stay a minimum of 2 nights in Jordan.

Arrivals at Aqaba, either through the port, the airport or at the crossing from Israel or Saudi Arabia, are granted a free visa to Jordan. There is no obligation associated with this visa, provided that you leave the country from the same border and within 1 month of arrival, and that you do not need to renew their visa.

All travelers must carry a valid passport for at least 6 months.

It is recommended that you check with Most places of business in the capital Amman and Aqaba accept major credit cards and there are plenty of ATM’s, except in smaller towns and villages. There are no local charges on credit card cash advances, but the maximum daily withdrawal is JD500. VISA is the most widely accepted card along with MasterCard.

No, all prices published here are land only prices.

Once you have chosen a tour, the following information is needed to start the process:

• Name of group / individuals
• Number of guests, number of hotel rooms, specific room features (i.e. smoking or non-smoking, handicapped, suite, twin, double rooms…..etc.)
• Arrival and departure date
• Any special requests

Please contact us as soon as possible, if you must change or cancel your travel plans. Cancellations and change requests must be submitted to us in writing by fax or email from the person who requested the booking.

The cancellation fee generally depends on the length of notice and is noted as follows:

• 45 days prior to arrival: 25% of total bill will be charged.
• 15 days prior to arrival: 50% of total bill will be charged.
• 7 day prior to arrival: 75% of total bill will be charged.
• No show: 100% of total bill will be charged.
• No refund will be made for any accommodation, transportation, sight seeing, meals or service not utilized by any person after the tour has begun

For amendments to your trip that are received 7 days or less prior to arrival: 25% of the hotel room price will be charged.

Vaccinations are recommended against Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Polio and Diphtheria. Please consult your doctor or a travel medical center for further advice. We recommend you pack some dehydration salts and remember to drink LOTS of water every day. To avoid stomach upsets do not eat anything uncooked and wash your hands regularly, some antibacterial hand wash gel is very useful.

• Jordan Inspiration Tours (JIT) acts as direct or indirect agent for the clients of any tour, and/or the travel agent who organises the tour, and the airlines, hotels and restaurants, bus companies, and other contractors and shall not be held liable for any injury, damage, loss, delay, irregularity or additional expenses that may be incurred.

  • All participants on these tours are bound by the general conditions, rules and regulations as fixed by the contractors. Any injury, damage, loss, delay, irregularity or additional expenses incurred beyond the control of Jordan Inspiration Tours (JIT) , or not under its direct control, will be borne by the participants and be their sole responsibility.

  • Jordan Inspiration Tours (JIT) reserves the right to change the itinerary, or part of it, to postpone it, to alter hours of departure and/or dates according to changing orders of the local authorities, and natural or Man-made disasters.

  • Jordan Inspiration Tours (JIT) reserves the right to cancel any tour prior to departure. In such a case, full refund of all payments will constitute full settlement to the client.

  • Jordan inspiration tours (JIT) reserves the right to adjust the contracted rates in case the government increases / decreases the percentage of taxes collected as per Jordanian law without prior notice.

  • Jordan Inspiration Tours (JIT), reserves the right at any time by giving notice in writing to cancel this agreement, should the company fail to fulfil the terms and conditions.

  • Under no circumstances are the contracted rates to publish on the internet or any other way of advertisement without the specific permission of JIT.

Although Western clothing is quite acceptable, Jordanians are generally more traditional in the way they dress. Out of respect for local culture, please dress conservatively (i.e. no sleeveless or low cut tops etc). Shorts are accepted in main tourist areas. Women should cover their heads, arms and legs when entering religious buildings. At night in the desert, or during drives in open jeeps (especially from October to March), it can get surprisingly cold, so pack warm and windproof clothing. The following list is to be used as a guide, with our suggestions of items you may wish to pack:

• CLOTHING
  - Walking shoes or strong trainers (all purpose wear)
  - Strong sandals
  - T-shirts
  - Long sleeved shirt
  - Long casual trousers
  - Shorts/short trousers
  - Tracksuit bottoms or similar (optional)
  - Fleece or sweatshirt
  - Thick fleece (winter only)
  - Lightweight wind/waterproof jacket
  - Warm jacket (winter only)
  - Warm hat and gloves (for winter in desert)
  - Swimwear and sarong
  - Sunhat (styled to cover face, ears and neck)
• EQUIPMENT
  - Soft-sided bag (50-80 liters)
  - Lightweight day pack
  - Sleeping sheet/liner (optional for Wadi Rum camp)
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera, memory card(s)
  - Plastic bags are useful to guard camera against dust in the desert.
  - Passport
  - Cash, credit/debit cards, money security belt/pouch
  - Insurance documents
  - Trip information and itinerary
  - Universal travel adapter
  - Personal first aid
  - kit

Included meals are indicated in the itinerary. Breakfast is generally continental in style – with some local additions – served with tea or coffee. The picnic lunch (where applicable) is simple but adequate. Dinner tends to consist of a buffet with a selection of Arabic and Western dishes; there is always one or more vegetarian options. Meals in the desert camp are hygienically prepared.

For meals not included in the itinerary you should allow $10 to $15 per person day to cover lunch and dinner. It is possible to eat quite cheaply in Jordan, but if you choose to eat in expensive restaurants you should allow a little more.

We recommend you drink plenty of bottled water during your trip, and if you have any special diets, please advise Jordan Inspiration Tours in advance and make our tour leader aware while on the tour.

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- Goodbye........................Ma’ el Salama
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- Good evening...............Masaa el Khair
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