Jordan · Archaeology

5-Day Jordan Highlights Tour from Amman with Petra and the Dead Sea

5 Days Round trip from Amman Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Live an immersive experience of a Jordanian day exploring Amman
  • 02 Follow the traces of Aaron, Moses and Jesus of the Old and New Testament
  • 03 Walk through the ancient civilization of the Nabataeans in Petra
  • 04 Soak in the beauty of nature at Dana Nature Reserve
  • 05 Witness the glory of Rome at Jerash with a short stop at the synagogue
  • 06 Take photos and memories of the Crusader Castle Mont-Royal
  • 07 Explore the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Jordan Museum

Embark on a 5-day tour of Jordan to explore the Citadel of Amman, the Jordan Museum, and the Roman public water fountain in downtown Amman. Visit the memorial burial of Moses at Mount Nebo and see the oldest Madaba mosaic map at St. George Church in Madaba. Marvel at the fortress of Ajloun, witness the glory of Rome at Jerash, and walk through the ancient civilization of the Nabataeans in Petra. Follow the footsteps of Jesus Christ at the Baptism Site and end with relaxation and a beauty mud treatment at the Dead Sea beach.

Leave Petra at 08:30 and travel to the lowest point on Earth to visit the Baptism Site, following the footsteps of Jesus Christ at Peraea, the other Holy Land, for two full hours, with a stop at the Jordan River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Dead Sea (Jordan), Bethany, Ajloun, Dana Biosphere Reserve
Languages Arabic, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Explore Amman Citadel, Downtown and the Jordan Museum

  • Meet your guide at your hotel in Amman and take a taxi to the Citadel of Amman for a visit of about an hour and a half.
  • Then continue on foot through the old alleys toward downtown, with short stops at the Roman public water fountain next to the local fish and vegetable market.
  • Finally, end the Jordanian day with a visit to the Jordan Museum, which is closed on Tuesdays.

A traditional lunch can be arranged upon agreement.

2
Day 02

Visit Ajloun Fortress and the Roman City of Jerash

  • Leave Amman at 08:00 AM and head north to visit Ajloun, a unique Islamic military fortress. Then witness the role of nature lovers looking after wild animals such as lions, bears, and hyenas.
  • Have a traditional Jerashian lunch, followed by a two-hour visit to Jerash, the "Pompeii of the East."
  • Finally, return to Amman.
3
Day 03

Discover Mount Nebo, Madaba and Overnight in Dana

  • Leave Amman at 08:00 AM and travel south to begin with a visit to the memorial burial of Moses at Nebo, followed by the oldest mosaic map in Madaba at St. George Church. Do not miss the speciality of Madaba.
  • After these visits, continue farther south to reach Dana Guest House for the night.
  • Enjoy a traditional dinner, breakfast, and an overnight stay surrounded by nature.
4
Day 04

Classical Guided Tour of Petra

  • Leave Dana at 08:00 AM for Petra and begin your visit at 09:30 AM. The guided tour follows the classical route from the visitor center to the Basin area, after which you will have more time to explore other places on your own.

Dinner and overnight in Petra.

5
Day 05

Visit the Baptism Site and Relax at the Dead Sea

  • Leave Petra at 08:30 and travel to the lowest point on Earth to visit the Baptism Site, following the footsteps of Jesus Christ at Peraea, the other Holy Land, for two full hours, with a stop at the Jordan River.
  • The day ends at your hotel on the Dead Sea beach for relaxation and a beauty mud treatment.

End of program.

Amman Citadel, Mount Nebo, Petra, Dead Sea beach

Where this trip takes you

Amman Citadel, Mount Nebo, Petra, Dead Sea beach

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Amman 8 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • The cost applies to a minimum of 2 clients and a maximum of 3.
  • Transportation in a recent-model rented car from a family business, with mileage and gas included
  • Guided tours according to the program, except at nature reserves
  • Guiding fees
  • TourHQ service fees

What's Not Included

  • Clients' entry visa and departure tax, if any
  • Entry fees to sites
  • Hotel reservation and accommodation
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses
  • Jeep ride, horse, and/or camel rides

What to bring

  • What is necessary for the weather conditions and good walking shoes

Know before you go

  • You can obtain an entry visa to Jordan by buying your Jordan Pass online, where you will discover the advantage of having the site fees mentioned in the program included.
  • Your hotel reservation and accommodation are your own arrangement, based on your preferences.
  • Travel light and smart.
  • Come in good faith.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Upon agreement with clients
Tour start
Amman, Jordan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Amman.

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