Located just an hour north of Amman, Jerash is one of the best preserved Roman cities. Its imposing ceremonial gates, colonnaded avenues, temples and theatres all speak to the time when this was an important imperial centre. The site is best explored with a guide, see the vehicle tracks in the rocks, playing in the old shops and testing the acoustics in the amphitheater will keep budding archaeologists interested.

Amman is often only used as a stop for the airport but a day in downtown Amman among the Roman ruins souks and mosques gives a real insight into Jordanian life. In contrast to this you will also find trendy shopping malls, coffeehouse and leafy residential streets that show the up and coming side of the city. It is easy navigate yourself and the locals are very welcoming.

Also known as the Valley of the Moon, Wadi Rum was once described as ‘vast, echoing and god-like’ by T.E. Lawrence. You can explore the sandstone desert on camel treks, exhilarating 4 x 4 experiences and run the famous sand dunes. It is a great to explore as a change from the city, Spend time in traditional Bedouin tents and camp undert he start in an igloo dome.

A float in the Dead Sea is surely a must on any holiday to Jordan., Bordering both Israel and Jordan the Dead Sea is a most intriguing natural phenomena on Earth. With the exception of some algae there are no other creatures of life to be found in its turquoise waters. It’s healing qualities are well known, however it’s surface level is dropping by more than one metre every year and it’s only half the length it was just a century ago.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra is a city carved into the rock. Although it’s most famous image is arguably the magnificent Treasury the other tombs, passages and gorges are all spectacular. If you are feeling particularly energetic you can hike up to see the monastery which is bigger than the Treasury.