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Do’s and Don’t for Tourists

We encourage all tourists to respect Jordanian culture and nature and we recommend the following practices:
  • Always travel through a professional Tour Operator.
  • Demand for detailed travel itinerary with clear inclusions.
  • Travel with a valid visa for the period you are in Jordan.
  • Communicate with your Local Tour Operator for any special assistance or attention.
  • Avail Mobile connections for tourists, if needed, at arrival airports. You can’t get a sim activated if you buy outside the Arrival Airport.
  • Change your currencies at authorized centers only.
  • If you wish to withdraw money from ATM machines, using an International Debit/Credit Card, please opt for an ATM in a major city attached to a bank branch.
  • Approach Local Police or Tourist Police for any assistance in time of need.
  • Always take care of your personal belongings and valuables.
  • Ask your driver to lock the car when you keep your valuables inside the car and go out for a meal or snack.
  • Ensure that you have a local Tour Operator who is an accredited agency.
  • Use only licensed guides for sightseeing.
  • While doing adventure tours like trekking etc. go with an expert.
  • Feel free to ask for any kind of clarifications to your agent before you land in Jordan.
  • Understand the local culture regarding dressing etc especially during visits to religious centers.
  • Take the advice of your guide/driver regarding the daily visits where you may have to remove your shoes, follow a particular dress pattern etc.