Jordan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

4-Day Jordan Heritage Tour from Amman with Petra and Wadi Rum

4 Days Round trip from Amman Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Amman Citadel and Roman Theatre in Amman
02 Explore the desert castles of Quseir Amra and Qasr Al-Kharranah
03 Learn all about the historical site of Petra and Little Petra
04 Go sightseeing in the ancient cities of Jerash and Umm Qais
05 Have a refreshing time at the Dead Sea

Explore Jordan's must-see heritage sites across Amman, Umm Qais, Ajloun, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea on this 4-day tour from Amman. Visit the Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre, Ajloun Castle, and the desert castles of Quseir Amra and Qasr Al-Kharranah, then discover Petra and Little Petra with time to learn about their remarkable history. Continue with an adventurous exploration of Wadi Rum before unwinding with a float and mud bath at the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth.

The marvellous colours and atmosphere of the Siq feel as if time has stood still; you do not actually walk down the path, it is more like gliding.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, Umm Qais, Dead Sea (Jordan), Ajloun

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Amman City Tour and Desert Castles

Meet the tour guide at the airport, hotel, or any other desired location, then head to the downtown area for a visit to the Amman Citadel, located right above downtown. The citadel offers ruins from many previous cultures and breathtaking views over the city centre.
Visit the Roman Theatre, which is the second biggest on earth.
Walk to the Nymphaeum for a quick look. After that, it is time to join the locals at the fresh produce market.
Go to the Al Husseini Grand Mosque, 1400 years old and the oldest mosque in the country, for a look.
Ride from downtown to the west of Amman to visit the new side of town, including the Royal Automobile Museum.
Later, head to Al-Azraq, a medieval fortress once used by 'Lawrence of Arabia'.
Delve into UNESCO-listed Quseir Amra, an 8th-century castle famous for its interior frescoes and dome zodiac painting.
Explore Qasr Al-Kharranah, or Kharaneh Castle, a 12th-century hilltop fortress built to stave off Crusaders.
Then head back to Amman for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Umm Qais, Ajloun Castle and Jerash

Meet the tour guide at the airport, hotel, or any other desired location, and head to Umm Qais. The visit to Umm Qais will last about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Umm Qais is the capital of Gilead, sitting at the summit of Umm Qais Mountains and comfortably overlooking the Golan Heights on the Syrian side and the Sea of Galilei to the west.
See the beauty of the Sea of Galilei glowing under the sun like a silver plate. Stunning is what it is. See the church, fountains, baths, and the adjacent mountains to the south, with Roman olive trees as old as time and unworldly views from Jesus's cave.
Drive through the Jordan Valley for an hour to reach Ajloun Castle. The castle visit will take about an hour. You will see the views from the top of the castle, with its evergreen landscape and amazingly maintained waterways, and maybe catch some of that northern pine-scented breeze to make you feel new as rain.
After that, drive about 40 minutes to Jerash. The visit to Jerash will last for 2 hours. Jerash is the most preserved Roman site. Antioch, Pompeii of the East, whatever name you choose, the city with 1000 pillars is an apple to the eye. If you think you have been amazed by Rome, this is a place that is more Roman and thus even more amazing.
Head back to Amman to your chosen drop-off spot.

Day 03

Petra, Little Petra and Wadi Rum Camp

Start early from Amman, heading to Petra to arrive there after 3.5 hours of driving.
Visit the site of Petra and enjoy a minimum of 8 hours touring the site. The rosy red charm carved into the sandstone mountains of Wadi Musa is evidence of the connection between old cultures. The city will affect you like a child in a candy shop. The marvellous colours and atmosphere of the Siq feel as if time has stood still; you do not actually walk down the path, it is more like gliding. As it opens wide to the site of the Treasury, it will hit you like an Indiana Jones movie scene and a secret hidden for thousands of years, a sight like no other. Taking the steps up to the Monastery is long and tiring, but when you reach there, you can say 'top of the world' and no less. A cup of tea at the viewpoint there, with the fresh breeze around sunset, will be priceless.
Go to Little Petra to complete the picture of the culture that built this amazing city. Discover a 4000-year-old winery and drawings from before the clock started to tick. It is a must-see wonder of the world.
Get on the road again towards Wadi Rum. Head to your camp for a Zarb dinner and get ready for an adventure under an enormous amount of stars. On a clear night without the moon, it is also possible to see the Milky Way. Enjoy a serene night at your camp.

Day 04

Wadi Rum, Dead Sea and Departure

Have a 2-hour 4x4 ride in the morning in the vastness of the most tranquil place you have ever been to. After that, continue along the Great Rift Valley to arrive at the lowest point on earth.
Enjoy your lunch, then take a swim and a mud bath at the Dead Sea, which will leave you with softer and firmer skin.
Return to Amman or the airport.

Where this trip takes you

Amman Citadel, Petra, Little Petra, Wadi Rum Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Amman 7 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation in a modern vehicle
Free Wi-Fi in the car
Bottles of spring water in the car
All driver expenses and tax

What's Not Included

All entrance fees and tips
Accommodation
All meals
4x4 ride
Camel ride

What to bring

Comfortable clothing
Sunhat or Bedouin scarf
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Comfortable walking shoes or sandals (even if you opt out of hiking, you should still wear supportive footwear)
Daypack or small backpack (to carry your personal belongings)

Know before you go

Amman: Join this panoramic tour of the city of Amman around its old and new parts. If you are here for the first time, then this is your chance to visit the city that will sweep you off your feet. This is where ancient meets the modern, beautifully. The Roman Theatre is believed to be Greek in origin, but no matter - it was the place your guide would always start his journey from before heading downtown as a child. Maybe he just wanted to salute the ancient crowds before he headed into town! You will be able to smell the history before you lay an eye on it. Imagine the second biggest Roman theatre in the world among real souqs. The arches and the shops are just lined up there, watching the citadel as it sits quietly on top of the surrounding hills; diverse is what you will find here. The guide will personally recommend one of those hole-in-the-wall eateries and some Kenafah for dessert to cap off your tour. Maybe go for a walk on Rainbow St if you are still eager to take in more of the city. Come to Amman and feel right at home!
Please note:
- All guests should buy Jordan Pass to save on paying the entrance fees at all the sites.
- The tour can be altered and customized to fit the client's time and interest.

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