Jordan · Archaeology

6-Day Jordan Tour with Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea

6 Days Round trip from Amman Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Amman's museums, citadel, amphitheatre, and King Abdullah Mosque
02 Visit Jerash and witness its ancient Roman ruins and significant landmarks
03 Discover Petra's rock-cut caves of red sandstone and ancient desert water channels
04 See Madaba's Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land at St. George's Church
05 Experience Wadi Rum's rose-red desert with ancient rock carvings, dunes, and canyons
06 Float in the Dead Sea and enjoy a spa session in the mineral enriched mud pool

Explore Jordan's ancient heritage, religious landmarks, and dramatic desert landscapes on this 6-day journey through Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. Discover Amman's museums, citadel, and mosque, then continue to Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Um er-Rasas, and Kerak Castle before exploring the rock-cut wonders of Petra. The tour also takes you through the rose-red desert of Wadi Rum and to the Dead Sea, where you can float and enjoy a mineral-rich mud spa session. With private transfers, guided visits, and included entrance fees, this itinerary offers a well-rounded introduction to Jordan.

Start your day by visiting Wadi Rum, a cosmic, rose-red desert with ancient rock carvings, dunes, and canyons.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Aqaba, al Karak, Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea (Jordan)

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Amman

Upon your arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and escorted to your pre-booked hotel in Amman.
After reaching the hotel, check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure. In the evening, you can head out to explore nearby places or, if you are an art enthusiast, visit famous art galleries such as Foresight Gallery and others.
You can also enjoy a rejuvenating session at a Turkish bath at your own expense.
After the session, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Amman City Tour and Jerash Excursion

After breakfast, set out on a sightseeing tour of Amman to learn about the rich culture, traditions, and history of this beautiful city.
Visit the Archaeological Museum and Folklore Museum, and see exhibits showcasing the traditional lifestyle of the natives.
See the Blue Mosque or King Abdullah Mosque, the Amphitheatre, and the Citadel.
Embark on a short tour of Jerash, the ancient city, where you will witness Roman ruins and many significant landmarks.
After the tour, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03

Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Um er-Rasas and Transfer to Petra

After a delicious breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your journey to Petra, the lost city.
En route, stop at Madaba, the City of Mosaics, where you will find the Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land.
Visit the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Next, visit Mt. Nebo, followed by Um er-Rasas (Kastrom Mefa'a), an archaeological site comprising ruins from the Byzantine, Roman, and Early Muslim periods.
See Saint Stephen Church and Kerak Castle.
After the tour, arrive in Petra, check in at the hotel, and stay overnight.

Day 04

Petra Archaeological Exploration

After a hearty breakfast, embark on an archaeological tour of the lost city.
Visit the many archaeological marvels of this ancient city. Petra is famous for its rock-cut caves of red sandstone and its water channel system in the desert.
Witness the rock-cut formations and explore the red caves and ruins of Petra.
After the tour, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 05

Wadi Rum, Aqaba and Dead Sea Journey

Enjoy a hot breakfast in the morning, check out from the hotel, and get ready for an exciting day at the Dead Sea.
Start your day by visiting Wadi Rum, a cosmic, rose-red desert with ancient rock carvings, dunes, and canyons.
You can enjoy a camel ride or a jeep ride in the desert to explore the terrain.
Continue to Aqaba, where you can spend some leisure time, and later proceed to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the planet, where you can enjoy floating and take a spa session in the mineral enriched mud pool.
After swimming, head to your pre-booked hotel, check in, and stay overnight.

Day 06