4 Nights
5 Days

  Travel Tips

  Must carry

• Casual trousers / jeans and T-shirts.
• Walking shoes – there is a LOT of walking during the trip so comfortable shoes throughout is a must.
• Any medications that you are taking – it is better to pack enough of this as you may not get the same brand in Jordan.
• Sunscreen and Sun glasses.
• Camera and enough memory both digital and personal!

  Do's and Don't's

• Please keep your personal items with you at all times (except if locked in a safe in the hotel).
• The water is safe to drink here but if you are still unsure you can buy bottled water.
• Great things to buy – Dead Sea products, Local Souvenirs, Mosaic, Olives to name few..

  Visa

• The visa is upon arrival.

  Tipping

• Tipping is always appreciated.
• In general, you should plan to tip guides, drivers, and anyone else who performs a service for you in the amount you deem appropriate for the service rendered.

  Currency

• The local currency is the Jordanian Dinar, often referred to as the JD.
• Jordan has fixed exchange rate for USD: 7 JD equals to 10 USD.
• There are 1, 5, 10, 20, and 50 JD notes.
• Currency can be exchanged at airports, major banks, exchange agencies, and most hotels.

  Time Zone

• Jordan is 3.30 hours behind India time from October till March and 2.30 hours between March – October.

  Cellular and Mobile Phones

• You can go to any local cell phone store and buy a prepaid local SIM card.
• All incoming calls are free, regardless of where they originate.
• Here are several local phone companies to choose from.
• The international country code for Jordan is 962.
• Emergency phone numbers: 199, 191.

  Etiquette

• Etiquette is very important in Jordanian culture.
• While Jordanians graciously tolerate behaviors from visitors that may not necessarily conform to their own standards of etiquette, you can show respect for Jordanian customs by following a few basic rules:
  • Stand when someone important, or another guest, enters the room.
  • Don’t engage in any conversation about sensitive or personal topics unless you know the person you’re talking to well.
  • Remove your shoes when visiting a mosque or a private house (unless you’re specifically told to keep them on).
  • Never interrupt someone praying.

  Immunizations

• No vaccinations are required to enter Jordan.
• Travelers with personal health issues should consult their physicians before traveling.
• Medications should be carried in hand luggage along with passport, tickets, money, and other important belongings.

  Outlets

• The electrical system in Jordan is based on 220 AC volts/50 cycles and requires two-pronged wall plugs, similar to ones found in parts of Europe.

  Smoking

• Smoking is much more common in Jordan and smoke-free accommodation.
• Smoking the traditional water pipe also known as hubbly bubbly, is an interesting experience that visitors can try in any coffeehouse and many restaurants.