
Andy Nurse
I truly enjoy supporting travel to Jordan: a country of remarkable hospitality, history, and landscapes. From being offered tea countless times, to a meal with a local family, to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea-- Jordan has something incredible to offer. Given the often broad-brush painted over the region, when you come here and experience the amazing sites and people, your perspective is bound to be altered. Mine certainly has, and that transformation is my favorite part.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
""We specialize in adventure and experiential tours of the Middle East, particularly Jordan and Israel Palestine, offering hiking, biking and experiential sightseeing tours. Our experienced guides will take you off the beaten path, to see the real highlights of the region, meeting the people, experiencing the hospitality and tasting the delights of the Middle East.
We aim to be the best inbound tour operator in the region, offering you the perfect trip, tailored to your specific requirements at affordable prices, with excellent customer service.
We know you’ll love our trips, because they are all the result of our own adventures around the region, sharing all the authentic treasures we have found and love. All the Experience Jordan team love exploring and we’re here to help you create the perfect tour for your needs, whether it’s sightseeing, hiking, cycling or family adventures. Do you want to stay with a local family, camp out under the stars in the desert, learn to cook Arabic food, explore the markets, ride a camel, engage with the people and even learn some Arabic greetings? Our international team has travelled the world, so we know what it’s like to be travellers, so we aim to give you outstanding service and include the best practices we’ve learned global into our trips.
As part of our commitment to the people of Jordan, we continue to pioneer new tours and experiences to create jobs and generate income for our local partners throughout the country, both in Amman, but also in the rural communities and Bedouin families across Jordan.""
How did you get involved in travel?
"While in college I did an 8-week international development program in Nicaragua, the second poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. While there, I realized the development work we were doing had limited impact, but the experience for me was life changing. Living in homestays in a developing country, learning a language on the ground, hiking, and other off-the-beaten path adventures were tremendously valuable experiences– and importantly value that could be (and was) capitalized to benefit the local communities. In Nicaragua, I learned through experience the mutual benefit of community-based tourism. "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I first moved to Jordan with a just a backpack and an interview promise, crossing my fingers that things would work out. The interview with Experience Jordan went well and I was given an amazing first assignment: a 10-day cycling and camping trip from the north to the south of the country to develop the Jordan Bike Trail (http://jordanbiketrail.com/)."
Featured trips & expertise

Experience Jordan: Amman, Petra, & Wadi Rum - 7 Days
Experience a week of Jordanian hospitality, ancient and natural wonders, and rural life on this curated adventure of Jordan's main attractions. Walk amid ancient Roman ruins in Amman and Jerash, overlook the Judean Desert from the peak of Mount Nebo, and immerse yourself in the Nabataean city of Petra in between. You'll also sleep in a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum, snorkel with the fish in the Gulf of Aqaba, and relax in the buoyant and calm Dead Sea waters.

Discover Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea - 7 Days
Enjoy one week exploring Jordan's cherished landmarks as you take in the country's rich heritage. You'll begin and end in the bustling capital of Amman where you'll cover some major ground, from the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea, to the Crusader castle in Karak and the Church of Moses on top of biblical Mount Nebo. You'll swim in the Red Sea, sleep under the stars in a Bedouin-style tent, and marvel at the ancient tombs and temples of Petra.

Experience Jordan: Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, & More - 10 Days
Experience the best of Jordan from the northwestern tip in Umm Qais down to Aqaba at the Red Sea. Enjoy ten days visiting main attractions like the "Lost City" of Petra, the bustling capital of Amman, the salty Dead Sea, and the wilds of Wadi Rum. Along the way, you'll wander amid ancient Roman ruins in Jerash, discover the historic Ajloun Crusader castle, and look out onto the Judean Desert from atop biblical Mount Nebo.

Holy Land Off the Beaten Path: Israel & Jordan - 10 Days
Go off the beaten path on this 10-day itinerary covering Israel and Jordan's Holy Land. Explore the eclectic artist's colony of Old Jaffa in Tel Aviv, discover the remains of an ancient Roman stronghold in Umm Qais, and stay the night at the Feynan Ecolodge in the remote mountains of the Dana Biosphere Reserve. You'll also experience popular attractions of the region, including the Dead Sea, both "Little Petra" and Petra, and Wadi Rum.

Highlights of Jordan & Israel: Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerusalem, Nazareth & More - 10 Days
This classic 10-day tour covers the highlights of Jordan and Israel. Begin in Amman and set out to discover Crusader castles and ancient ruins in Jerash and Ajloun, drive south to explore the "Lost City" of Petra, and sleep in a Bedouin-style tent in Wadi Rum. Cross the border into Israel and tour historic sites straight out of the Bible, Torah, and Quran in Jerusalem, Nazareth, Bethlehem, and Jericho—the world's oldest city.

Golden Triangle & Dead Sea - 5 Days
Grab your camera and your sense of adventure and make your way around Jordan's famous southern sites. From the red city of Petra to the desert wilderness of Wadi Rum to the Red Sea port city of Aqaba, this tour offers a taste of everything the south has to offer!
Recent trip reviews for Andy
Dana to Petra Trek - Hiking from Dana to Petra in Jordan - 9 Days
Jordan
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Oct 6 - Oct 13, 2018
Experience Jordan did a great job with our group and we have no hesitation in recommending them. Raisa was very helpful in sorting out the inevitable pre-trip niggles. Once we got onto the trail the guys running the camp were excellent and the food was wonderful. For sure the only way to arrive at Petra is via the hiking trail from the north.
The real star of the show was our guide Jawad. Do not hike Jordan without this guy! David.

Thanks David :) Raisa and Jawad really are two great coworkers and I was happy to receive their assistance for your trip! I heard from Jawad that you all were a fun group to to guide. It's nice to also hear that your group had a great trip and some of the guys are thinking of coming back! Best of luck on your future hiking adventures.
Dana to Petra Trek - Hiking from Dana to Petra in Jordan - 9 Days
Jordan
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Nov 9 - Nov 17, 2018
Mehmood and Habu were a great company and very helpful. They were very friendly and patient in guiding our big group.

Thanks Valleesh.
We chose Mahmood and Habu one of our best hiking guide teams to guide your hiking trip due to the large size of your group. I am really happy to hear that you enjoyed spending your trip with them!
Dana to Petra Trek - 9 Days
Jordan
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Oct 14 - Nov 1, 2018
The itinerary turned out to be a bit too much driving in the first few days. The drive from Ajloun to Wadi Hasa was tough - thought it was booked this way because of tight scheduling at wadi Hasa but that in fact didn’t seem to be the case?? The backtrack to Amman after the wadi also seemed unnecessary just to turn around and head back south again.
Raisa was awesome at making some last minute changes and updates.
Islam was the best- really enjoyed the wadi with him. He needs to NOT bring... read more

Thank your fern for your feedback. I have sent it to Raisa as well.
Yes, driving logistics and getting good hotels out of of Amman are always tough logistics for Jordan tours given the layout of sights. I am very happy that Raisa and you were in communication throughout the to make the best of last minute updates given the weather circumstances.
We very much appreciate your detailed feedback. We'll be sure to address that for our future tours.
Lastly, we really enjoyed being able to host... read more
Experience Jordan Tour - 8 Days
Jordan
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Oct 9 - Oct 15, 2018
Andy was very accommodating and was very good with the follow up. Once The trip was booked, we did not hear back from Andy or Kimkim. I wrote to them about days before the trip was to begin and at that time I received a handout of what to expect when we arrived in Amman. I wish the materials were forwarded earlier and without having to ask for them.

Hi Anne,
Thanks for your feedback. I have noted your comment and will make sure to send out pre-trip details earlier.
Israel
Israel
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Jun 15 - Jun 24, 2018
Overall itinerary was great. Monther Salah, our guide in Israel was fabulous and we had two guides in Jordan, Ahmed and Seyeal, who were equally good.
Highlights included: Jerusalem Old City; Masada; Sea of Galilee; Tel Aviv; Amman; Kerak; Petra and Wadi Rum.

Thanks Jeremy, it is always great to hear when our clients enjoy the highlight of the Holy Land across Jordan and Israel / Palestine. There are so many great sights in this region and I am happy you enjoyd Monther Salah's service. He is a valued partner of ours.
Best wishes and enjoy your future travels!
Custom day trip to Petra
Jordan
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May 29 - May 29, 2018
Our trip to Petra and Wadi Rum was one of the most memorable, and it was very much thanks to outstanding planning by Andy. I was trying to communicate with local tour operators to schedule a very specific, customized private tour and was not very successful doing so. I ran into the KimKim team and gave it a shot, best thing I could have possibly done.
Our trip was surprisingly smooth, everything was scheduled impeccably and the itinerary executed flawlessly. Andy captured my vision, and... read more

Hi Marissa,
Thank you so much. It feels great to organize truly memorable experiences for our guests and introduce them to some authentic Arab hospitality. Thanks for coming to the region and we are thrilled to hear that us at the Experience Jordan / Kimkim team were able to make this trip smooth and enjoyable.
Keep traveling!
Highlights of Jordan & Israel: 9 Day Itinerary
Jordan
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May 27 - Jun 5, 2018
Guides were great, in particular Jerusalem guide. Drivers were great, Jordan driver was very funny/full of knowledge and you can tell he really enjoys his job. When we experienced a bad hotel and had to change in Tel Aviv, Walid was great. He assured us the company would reimburse us and that their first priority is to take care of customers. I will discuss the hotel in an email/further on this, was our only bad experience, but was quite bad, unfortunately. Hotels in Jordan and Jerusalem were great, and wadi rum was really great as well.

Thanks William, Its great to hear that the different people who were on the tour really helped make the trip a nice experience. We work very hard to make sure we have the best guides and drivers in Jordan.
It looks like the hotel we have been using has slipped a bit recently so we are changing our hotel package for Tel Aviv to avoid that issue. I am happy that you enjoyed the highlights of Jordan and Israel and I enjoyed organizing this trip with you.
Two week end to two month stay in Israel
Jordan
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Apr 13 - Apr 24, 2018
We were very happy with all of the arrangements made by Kimkim. Our drivers and guides, both city and hiking were excellent . They were warm and welcoming and all went beyond the call of duty making extra stops where they thought appropriate. We learnt a great deal about modern day Jordan from them . Of special note were Fahdi ( Abu Hamza), Fawaz and Bilal. The hike from Dana to Feynan and from Little Petra to Petra were especially memorable and we will treasure our memories of our stays at... read more

Thanks Karen! I love the different notes you made about the trip. I really enjoyed setting up your trip and working with you on the best itinerary. You experienced some gems with Feynan Ecolodge, Dana Guest House and the meal with a local family!
Jordan
Jordan
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Apr 11 - Apr 16, 2018
Great support by Andy. Local guide, Waleed, had very in-depth knowledge and was able to show us exactly what we were looking for.

Thanks Justin. I was happy to support your trip to Jordan and I am very pleased to hear that you liked your guide Waleed.
Content Research Trip - Writer & Editor for kimkim
Jordan
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Mar 19 - Mar 31, 2018

I'm the Head of Content at kimkim, and booked the first half of my recent trip to Jordan with Andy from Experience Jordan. A major goal of my trip was research for original article ideas, and my criteria was challenging. Andy did an amazing job of curating unique activities in Amman and throughout Northern Jordan that lived up to my "off the beaten path" standards.
Two favorite memories come to mind from my trip. I loved the hike that Andy arranged in the Ayoun area of Northern Jordan,... read more

Thanks Jennifer!
I really enjoyed meeting you in Jordan. Your pictures look amazing, you can really see how green northern Jordan is around March and April.
Wine and foodie tours are definitely something that we growing and will be happy to provide those experiences to customers. Additionally, I was very happy to hear your talk about how great Jordan is a great tourist destination and that you would like your parents to have an extended visit one day. I believe Jordan really is spectacular, and I look forward to promoting tourism to Jordan more with you.
Experience Jordan Tour - 8 Days
Jordan
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Apr 7 - Apr 15, 2018

Everything on this trip was great except for the mishap with the Visa situation upon our arrival and the pick up from the airport. Also, our last hotel was changed and the hotel didn't have a double bed option in the non-smoking room. My roomate and i had to share a bed.

Hi Angelica, thanks for leaving a review. I am very pleased that you enjoyed your trip to Jordan.
Apologies for the odd mishap on your visa situation. Government paperwork was a problem there as explained below on Hazel's review. We are developing relationships with more hotels so as to not have to work with any "smoking room" difficulties.
Thanks for traveling to Jordan with us and leaving a review!
Experience Jordan Tour - 8 Days
Jordan
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Apr 7 - Apr 15, 2018

I have been wanting to go to Jordan and have done a lot of research and comparison between different tour operators. I have also considered just renting a car and doing it on my own since I want the experience to be as intimate as possible and not be stuck with a big tour group. Thankfully, I came across Kimkim's 8 days Experience Jordan Tour which offered the type of itinerary I was looking for and also offered a fair price as a private tour. The communication platform of Kimkim worked... read more

Thank you Hazel for the great review! I am really happy that you had a great time. Abdalalah As'ad is one of the best guides, so I was really excited that I was able to reserve him for your trip. That is one of the benefits of booking early, like you did!
Apologies for the first day airport mixup, we had a problem with one of the three dates written on one of your group's manifest for the government that caused the issue. My sincere apologies, and we tried to do our best to resolve the... read more
Jordan
Jordan
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Apr 11 - Apr 16, 2018
There were a few bumps along the road with the reservations and requests for activities that didn't go through e.g. we were placed into a different hotel than the one we had requested and weren't notified; we only found out when we got to the hotel and had to call Andy ourselves. Granted, the hotel was a much nicer one than he one we had requested but "I changed the booking I just didn't tell you" isn't what passes for an apology or a suitable notification.
For the dive in the Red Sea, we... read more

Hi Auey, I am happy to hear that it was an amazing experience.
The diving experience was never finalized or added to the trip costs. But I added it "on the house" as the guide told me your group wanted to dive and we had talked about diving before. Even if I did not charge for it, and we did not agree on how many dive, I wanted your group to have a great experience so I was happy to cover it for you.
I have noted the complaint about the bus driver smoking, and will alert my boss about it.... read more
Jordan
Jordan
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Apr 11 - Apr 16, 2018
Our group had an amazing time in Jordan! Despite some minor miscommunication at the beginning of our trip with Andy, our local specialist, about some accommodation details, it was overall a pretty smooth experience and he was able to help us with the problems we had. We very much enjoyed our time with our local guide, Waleed, who was very accommodating and had ample knowledge about Jordan's history and traditions, all of which we very much enjoyed hearing about.
We spent a total of 5 days... read more

Hi ploy thanks for your review. Waleed and I were in communication throughout the trip, trying to make sure things run as smoothly as possible. It is great to hear that you really enjoyed his guiding and that Alaa our airport representative was very helpful.
For buses in Jordan unfortunately Jett is really our only option at the moment. So we do not have much control over the driver. But I have noted your feedback and we will think about ways to improve it.
Best wishes!
Experience Jordan Tour - 8 Days
Jordan
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Apr 7 - Apr 15, 2018

The trip was simply amazing.. The online scheduling department, the driver and the guide were all top notch. I could not have hoped for a better experience. Honestly, what a great country, experience and team that are at Kimkim... Thank you to all of you for all of your effort.

Hi John, thank you for the review! I am really glad that you enjoyed your time in Jordan. I am also really happy that you came away from the experience thinking Jordan was a great country. The toughest thing we face is the reputation of being in the middle east, so the more travelers especially American travelers, that visit the country and come away with a positive experience the better! I really believe that travel helps makes the world a better place, so thanks for contributing to that.
petra and jordan
Jordan
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Apr 4 - Apr 6, 2018

Our trip to Jordan was just as expected. We were met at every stop exactly on time. The guides and drivers spoke english well enough to explain our needs and to hold an enjoyable conversation on some long drives. The cars used were new and comfortable. The hotels, camp, and spa were excellent with the exception of occasionally poor hot water for showers. We had a great time and felt safe and well cared for throughout our tip. I would suggest that the company issue a list of contact numbers when they send out the written itinerary before the trip.

I am very happy that you had a great time in Jordan! I have noted the contact information: As much as possible we try to send the number of the airport representative, driver, guide, and tour operator. I will make sure to communicate these numbers for more of my groups.
Most importantly, I am glad to hear you felt safe and well taken care of by our team. Thanks for the feedback and review and I hope you enjoy your next adventure!
Jordan
Jordan
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Mar 29 - Apr 3, 2018

Overall Andy and our the local guide and driver were excellent. They were responsive and designed a bespoke trip for us , managed all the logistics well and really knew Jordan.

Thanks Wayne, I am happy that you enjoyed your trip in Jordan!
Jordan in 7 Days - Amman, Jerash, Mt Nebo, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and the Dead Sea
Jordan
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Mar 27 - Apr 3, 2018
Our Jordan trip for 8 days covering Amman, Jerash, Mount Nebo, Petra,Wadi Rum, Aquaba and Dead Sea has been excellent. The trip was well organised by Andy Nurse and we had hassle free trip with the driver and car provided to us. The driver Khalid Hdaib was great , friendly and always ready to help.
The whole package organised by Andy Nurse was good value for money.

Thanks Atanu, it was a pleasure hosting you in Jordan. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip, your driver, and that the trip was hassle free.
Best wishes!
Dana to Petra Trek - Hiking from Dana to Petra in Jordan - 9 Days
Jordan
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Jan 1 - Jan 11, 2018
Ibrahim in Jordan was a fantastic guide and Mohammed was a great driver. They worked well together. We like our history so Jerash was fabulous. The hike through Dana Valley also was a highlight as was Jerusalem. Re the design of the trip, the only dud day was the trip to the Dead Sea. The hotel where we had lunch was depressing and the beach was ugly and cordoned off with barb wire.

Thanks Cynthia!
I will reach out to Ibrahim and Mohammed to convey your appreciation. Also, given your feedback, I will no longer suggest that hotel for lunch and entrance to the Dead Sea for our guests.
Lastly, thanks for everything. It was a pleasure to organize this trip for you and your two daughters.
Jordan Trip
Jordan
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Oct 14 - Oct 21, 2017

We booked quite late, but some of the things between Kim Kim, Experience Jordan, and the driver were not so clear; although things were always resolved quickly.
Good advice on the trip, and how to best allocate time.

Thanks Dominic! It was a joy hosting you and your wife in Jordan.