Destination: Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum is a protected desert wilderness in southern Jordan. It features dramatic sandstone mountains like the many-domed Jebel Um Ishrin, and natural arches such as Burdah Rock Bridge. Many prehistoric inscriptions and carvings line rocky caverns and steep chasms, such as Khazali Canyon. The natural watering hole of Lawrence’s Spring is named after British soldier Lawrence of Arabia, who allegedly washed there. ― Google
Address: قرية وادي رم
Departments: Burrah Canyon · Little Bridge · Mushroom Rock · Sand Dunes Area · Seven Pillars of Wisdom · Siq Um Al Tawaqi · Um Frouth Rock Arch
Phone: (03) 209 0600
Elevation: 1,600 m
Area: 720 km²
UNESCO Site Id: 1377
Named for: Arabic for “Valley of (light, airborne) sand”
Discovering Ancient Wonders On Two Wheels – Cycling Jordan
Beyond the popular snapshots on Instagram, Jordan extends far beyond Petra, the Dead Sea, and Wadi Rum. With millennia of history and an array of natural wonders, this Middle Eastern gem, roughly the size of Maine, promises an enchanting adventure. Factor in the renowned Jordanian hospitality, and you’re in for a truly memorable experience.
JORDAN BIKE TRAIL
The Jordan Bike Trail is a unique opportunity to explore Jordan’s nature, culture, and community. The 730km route crosses from Um Qais in…
Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking The Jordan Trail
While Instagram may lead you to believe otherwise, Jordan is so much more than Petra, the Dead Sea, and Wadi Rum. Millennia of history and an abundance of natural wonders add to the draw of this Maine-sized Middle Eastern country. Throw in some legendary Jordanian hospitality, and you have the makings of a truly memorable adventure.
IN THE STEPS OF LAWRENCE OF ARABIA
Intermediate-level cycling tour from Wadi Rum Desert south to the Red Sea town Aqaba on mixed paved and off-road.
FOLLOWING THE HIJAZ RAILWAY 1908
This relatively easy to intermediate cycling tour is all on paved roads, beginning from the Hijaz railway station to Wadi Rum Village.
THE ABBASID TAKE OVER THE MUSLIM EMPIRE
Riding the magical roads of the nomads.
Intermediate-level cycling route from Abbasiyah to Wadi Rum desert covering both paved and off-road.
WADI RUM & DISIH
You can’t fight the desert. You have to ride with it, starting from Wadi Rum village and ending at Disi.