November 23, 2009 - 09:04 AM
Ann Shriver - USA -
Dear Patricia,
We decided that we would like to visit the world-famous archaeological site of Petra as part of our trip to the Middle East in October. Planning for the visit, however, proved difficult!
Fortunately, we found Jezra Travel on the Jordan Forum on Trip Advisor and they came back to us with the most detailed and economical proposal, so we chose them.
Jezra's driver picked us up at the Sheikh Hussein border crossing. Our driver was on time, patient and helpful. His English was good and he took us to three sites--Mt. Nebo, St. George's church, and Kerak Castle, stopping on the way at a good restaurant for lunch. Jezra travel recognizes that the food experience is an important part of any experience in a new country. Hamza also patiently and frankly answered our many questions about Jordan's culture, history, and current events. We learned a great deal about modern Jordan in this way.
Our visit to Petra the next day was outstanding. Jezra's staff member took us to the site and arranged an outstanding local guide, who provided fascinating commentary in absolutely flawless English. The visit to this site was one of the most amazing travel experiences we have ever had--the culture, architecture, and even agriculture of the ancient Nabateans is exemplified by the incredible "treasury" building, with its intricately carved columns, capitals and statues, all carved out of the sheer rock face of a sandstone cliff. A hair-raising ride up the mountain on donkeys completed the adventure. Jezra's driver then drove us comfortably to the airport in Amman to meet our flight out.
Throughout, Jezra's services were excellent. We highly recommend this qualified, budget conscious, friendly and competent travel agency for any small group travel you may undertake in Jordan.
Best regards,
Ann Shriver and Family
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