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LEARN ABOUT LIFE IN JORDAN ON A womeu- only adventure

Uncover the ancient art of henna, sunbathe by the Dead Sea and visit Petra on a tour that will take you beyond the usual tourist track

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Jordan is a land that possesses both stunning natural beauty and fascinatin­g customs that stretch back thousands of years. On our exclusive women-only tour, you’ll travel in a close-knit group of like-minded readers to see iconic cities, ancient deserts and soak up some sun at glorious beach resorts. You’ll meet Bedouin women, learn to cook authentic Jordanian cuisine and spend time having tea and chatting with locals. Relaxing by the Dead Sea, you’ll get a taste of how Jordanians like to spend their free time, while a walking tour of Amman will take you to the heart of the city’s arts and shopping scene.

Reasons to book TOUR COSMOPOLIT­AN AMMAN

See Roman buildings and head to Rainbow Street for its buzzing cafes, elegant 1920s villas and galleries.

COOK WITH LOCALS

Take part in a masterclas­s at cooking school Beit Sitti, run by three sisters who continue their grandmothe­r’s legacy.

SEE ANCIENT MONUMENTS

Marvel at Greco-roman ruins in Jerash, including striking archways, public buildings and colonnaded streets. Plus, visit Petra, also known as the Rose City, which is revered for its ancient buildings carved into the rose-pink rock.

LEARN ABOUT DESERT LIFE

Visit Wadi Rum and its Bedouin people, and explore its sandstone mountains and vast, echoing landscapes.

STAY WITH BEDOUIN WOMEN

You’ll be joined by local Bedouin women, who will teach you the ancient art of henna and show you how to apply natural kohl.

 ??  ?? Petra’s buildings have been carved into the rose-pink rock
Petra’s buildings have been carved into the rose-pink rock
 ??  ?? Bedouin women will teach you the art of henna
Bedouin women will teach you the art of henna

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