The Discovery Circle Difference - About Us
Decades of Passion, Heritage and Hospitality
Discovery Circle Tours is a leading Destination Management Company (DMC) and inbound tour operator rooted in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Founded nearly three decades ago, our company has grown from a specialized local tour operator into a regional tourism authority, operating across leisure, luxury, active wilderness, and MICE travel.
We were built on a simple conviction: to showcase the authentic culture, ancient history, and dramatic natural heritage of the Middle East while pioneering sustainable, ethical ground operations that protect our land and empower local communities.
The Discovery Ecosystem and Specialised Brands
Discovery Circle Tours functions as a flagship travel division under The Discovery Group, offering an integrated portfolio of specialized experiential travel sub-brands:
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Discovery Terhaal: Our specialized active and adventure division, managing long-distance trekking, wilderness expeditions along the Jordan Trail, and eco-tours across Jordan's biosphere reserves.
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Discovery Bedu (Wadi Rum): Operating high-end desert glamping and experiential Bedouin hosting, setting the standard for eco-luxury hospitality in the heart of Wadi Rum.
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MICE & Production Logistics: Providing dedicated ground handling for film production crews (facilitating projects with the Royal Film Commission), corporate incentive delegations, and state visits.
Leadership & Vision
As a core division of The Discovery Foundation, Discovery Circle Tours was founded by visionary entrepreneur Samer Mouasher in partnership with Jack Farraj and experienced tourism professional.
Samer was a pioneer in Jordan's eco-tourism and cultural sectors, Samer has spent decades promoting the authentic Middle East to global audiences.
Jack, Managing Director of Discovery Circle Tours, has worked across all areas of the tourism sector in Jordan and now manages and directs partner agencies in Saudi Arabia
Sustainable & Responsible Tourism (ESG Commitment)
We believe that tourism must leave a positive footprint on host destinations. Our sustainability policy is built around three core pillars:
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Environmental Stewardship: Minimizing our ecological impact through waste reduction, energy conservation, and close partnerships with protected reserves managed by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN).
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Community Empowerment: Prioritizing local employment, fair living wages, and direct economic sharing with village cooperatives (such as our farm-to-table lunch programs along the Orjan Trail).
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Cultural Integrity: Fostering authentic, respectful cultural exchange between international travelers and local host communities while protecting Jordan's historical and archaeological treasures.
Our Regional Footprint
With headquarters in Jabal Al Weibdeh, Amman, and operational capabilities spanning Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the broader MENA region, Discovery Circle Tours is proud to be a trusted partner for global travel brands worldwide.
Supporting Jordan
For every passenger we carry in Jordan we donate 1 Jordanian Dinar to the King Hussein Cancer Foundation. During 2024 these 1 Jordanian Dinar contributions added up to more than18,000 Jordanian Dinars which will be used by the King Hussein Cancer Foundation to support the prevention and treatment of cancer in Jordan.
