I F YOU GO

Jordan Trail: 600-kilometre north-south route across the country of Jordan, from Um Qais to Aqaba; jordantrail. org/planning-your-trip. The trail can be hiked using GPS co-ordinates but tour operators, group hikes and local guides are available. The trail is not physically marked and includes harsh terrain and areas where water is scarce. Bedouin camps offer room and board; Petra has hotels; camping is free.