I don't think I had any idea of the cultural, religious, and historical significance of most of the places we visited. In fact, I don't think I had any idea what to expect at all. Nonetheless, the people, the places, the food, the experiences, all of it far exceeded any expectation I could have possibly had. The cycling was mostly downhill or flat and so moderate is probably an accuarate rating for the average person, but for me personally, it was perhaps the only thing (only slightly) disappointing about this trip. If you ever have the chance, do it!
Amazing trip - cycling, sights, sea and sand! Jordan is a fantastic country with so much to offer - and travelling by bike is definately the best way to see the landscape and people at their best. Great cycing (quite alot of up, but some pretty awesome downs to go with it!), floating in the Dead Sea, snorkelling in the Red Sea, ancient sights (Petra is to be seen to be believed), camping in the desert, camels...
The Data to Petra trek is challenging and rewards the hard work with awesome views, and spectacular sights of Petra at the end of it. On my trip, our group barely saw another person over the first four days, so it was serene and took me away from any hustle and bustle of everyday life.