Tour Overview
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Irbid Governorate, Jordan
Experience the true flavors of Northern Jordan with a homemade rural meal crafted from fresh, local ingredients. Your dining experience brings together the rich traditions of Irbid and Ajloun — from dishes cooked over firewood to authentic recipes passed down through generations. Enjoy warm village hospitality, breathtaking green landscapes, and a meal that captures the soul of Jordan’s countryside. This is more than food; it’s a taste of culture, nature, and genuine northern Jordan life.
What to Expect
During this rural dining experience, you’ll enjoy the authentic flavors of northern Jordan — meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients and cooked the traditional way, often over firewood. Expect warm village hospitality, peaceful green surroundings, and a relaxed atmosphere that connects you to nature.
You’ll savor dishes inspired by Irbid and Ajloun’s countryside kitchens: homemade bread, aromatic herbs, slow-cooked stews, and classic Jordanian specialties crafted with care. As you dine, you’ll experience the simplicity, warmth, and rustic charm that define life in the northern highlands.
This is not just a meal — it’s a cultural journey filled with stories, local traditions, and the true taste of Jordan’s rural heart.
Our Dishes for this Tour
Starter
Hummus
IngredientsChickpeas, garlic, lemon, sesame paste (Tahini) and olive oil
Mutabbal
IngredientsEggplant, tahini, and lemon
Labneh
IngredientsSoft cheese made from strained yogurt.
Ful
IngredientsPureed fava beans, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped chilis.
Kibbeh
IngredientsCombined meat, onions, bulgu and spices served with tahini or tzatziki sauce
Main
Falafel
IngredientsMixture of chickpeas (or fava beans), fresh herbs, and spices
Za’atar Filled flatbread (Manakish)
IngredientsSumac, thyme, and sesame seeds.
Tabbouleh
IngredientsChopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, onion and bulgur
Galayet Banadoura
IngredientsMade of tomatoes fried in olive oil with spicy serrano pepper, served with baked pita bread
Molokhia
IngredientsMinced Jews mallow leaves that are cooked in broth and served with chicken over rice
Okra Stew
IngredientsStewed tomatoes, sauteed onions, garlic, pomegranate molasses, and meat
Mujadara
IngredientsLentils, rice, caramelized onions, yogurt, and herbs
Mansaf
IngredientsLamb cooked in a yogurt sauce and served over rice or bulgur
Maqluba
IngredientsStewed meat, rice, and vegetables, spices
Makmoura
IngredientsDough, roasted lamb, onions, and spices
Dessert
Namoura
IngredientsHoney, butter, and milk
Knafeh
IngredientsCrust of spun pastry, sweet cheese topped with a sugar-based syrup
What’s Included, What’s Not
- Visit Ajloun Forests + Ajloun Nature Reserve
- A tour of rural villages and an experience of local life
- Visiting the historic Ajloun Castle
- Hiking trips on green trails
- Visit local farms (olives/honey/thyme)
- Private transportation to and from the hotel
- A comfortable, air-conditioned car throughout the tour
- Stopping at scenic photo spots
- Water and Arabic coffee inside the car
- Traditional country breakfast: olive oil and za'atar, labneh, local cheese, tea
- A village-style lunch experience serving Mansaf/Maqluba/Musakhan depending on the season.
- Olive picking experience (during the season)
- Experience rustic cooking with a local family
- A tea session over a wood fire in the forest
- Photoshoots in stunning natural settings
- Identifying rural animals (sheep, chickens, cows)
- Official tickets for sites such as Ajloun Castle (depending on the site's policy)
- Personal shopping (buying oil, honey, souvenirs)
- Tips from restaurants or drivers, if applicable
- Airline tickets or hotels
- Additional activities not previously agreed upon (such as horseback riding or professional photography)
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Personal or medical insurance
From
$76.65
Per Person
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Meeting Place
VV9J+CXM, Amman, Jordan
Price Breakdown
2 Adults * $75.00
$150.00
1 Child * $50.00
$50.00
1 Infant * Free
$0.00
Total Price
$73
Tour Packages
Number Of Person
1 - 5
Price
98.7/pp
Number Of Person
6 - 10
Price
80.85/pp
Number Of Person
11 - 15
Price
76.65/pp
Things to know
Title: What to Wear & Bring
• Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking. Northern Jordan can be cooler in the mornings and evenings, so a light jacket is recommended. As you'll be visiting rural villages, please dress modestly to respect local customs. Small shops may not accept cards, so having some cash on hand is useful.
Health, Diet & Safety
• Content: Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies so we can prepare suitable meals. Some experiences involve light walking or short hikes; let us know if you need a more relaxed itinerary. Your safety and comfort are our priority, and water with basic first-aid will be available.•
Tour Logistics & Etiquette
• Content: All transportation during the tour is included. You are welcome to take photos, but always ask before photographing local people. Please note that the schedule is flexible and may change slightly depending on weather or local conditions.
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