The live-action remake of Aladdin is set to hit the big screen on 22 May. Filmed on location in Jordan, Wadi Rum has been used as the fictional kingdom of Agrabah. Discover the spectacular sandstone landscape of Wadi Rum on a trip to Jordan with Explore.

Family - The Lost City of Petra

Lost cities, crusader castles and sleeping under the stars are all part of this action packed family holiday to Jordan. Learn about ancient civilizations while exploring the well-preserved ruins of Jerash and the castle of Kerak. Walk through the narrow Siq gorge to discover the Lost City of Petra. Camel trek through the red desert, spend a night in a traditional Bedouin camp; a magical place to stargaze, and take a dip in the Dead Sea to experience floating on the surface of its salty waters.

The 9-day trip departs during the school holidays and costs from £1,699 per adult and £1,380 per child. The price includes return flights, transfers, 8-nights' accommodation, breakfast, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, plus an Explore Tour Leader.

Jordan Discovery

Explore Jordan and its rugged beauty, delicious food and rich heritage on this 9-day highlights trip. Float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea, explore the historic and spectacular city of Petra and learn about Jordan's biblical heritage by following in the footsteps of Moses at Mount Nebo. Discover traditional Bedouin life around a camp fire in the desert at Wadi Rum under the stars.

The 9-day trip costs from £1,569pp. The price includes return flights, transfers, 8-nights' accommodation, breakfast, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, plus an Explore Tour Leader.

Spice Trails of Petra

Retrace the steps of the ancient Nabateans along old spice trails and discover Wadi Rum's natural stone bridge and pristine sand dunes on this moderately graded walking tour. Meander through the twisting and colourful Siq gorge to arrive at the famous Al-Khazneh (The Treasury), and explore Petra's monument, Ad-Deir (The Monastery).  Float in the saline waters at the lowest point on Earth, the Dead Sea.  End the trip exploring the ancient desert kingdom of Jerash with its triple arch gateway and colonnaded streets.

The 8-day trip costs from £1,485pp and includes return flights, 7-nights' accommodation, breakfast, 4 lunches, 4 dinners, transfers and an Explore Tour Leader. Walks on 4 days for between 2 - 7 hours.

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