Jordan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

4-Day Jordan Highlights Tour with Petra, Wadi Rum and Biblical Sites

4 Days Round trip from Amman Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Roman Theatre, Nymphaeum, and Citadel in the heart of Amman
02 Visit Al-Azraq and UNESCO-listed Quseir Amra, famed for its frescoes and zodiac dome
03 Discover Madaba's mosaic churches, Mount Nebo, and Bethany Beyond the Jordan
04 Spend a full day in Petra, from the Siq and Treasury to the Monastery
05 Experience Wadi Rum by 4x4 and sleep under its star-filled desert sky
06 Float in the Dead Sea and enjoy a mud bath at the lowest point on earth

Explore Jordan's standout highlights on a 4-day journey through Amman, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Discover the capital's ancient and modern sides, visit biblical landmarks and desert castles including UNESCO-listed Quseir Amra, and experience the rosy-red wonder of Petra and the vast landscapes of Wadi Rum. The tour also includes time to float in the Dead Sea and enjoy one of Jordan's most distinctive natural experiences.

Climbing the steps to the Monastery is long and tiring, but once you reach it, you can truly say you are on top of the world.

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, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea (Jordan), Bethany

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Amman Highlights and Desert Castles

Meet your tour guide at the airport, hotel, or any other preferred location, then head to downtown Amman to visit the Amman Citadel, perched above the city. The citadel reveals ruins from many past cultures and offers breathtaking views over downtown.
Visit the Roman Theatre, described as the second biggest on earth.
Walk to the Nymphaeum for a quick look. After that, join the locals at the fresh produce market.
Stop at Al Husseini Grand Mosque, the oldest mosque in the country, dating back 1,400 years.
Ride from downtown to western Amman to explore the newer side of the city, including the Royal Automobile Museum.
Later, continue 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 return to Amman for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Bethany Beyond the Jordan

Meet your tour guide at the airport, hotel, or any other preferred location and visit Madaba. The city of mosaics has more biblical sites than you can imagine. Here is a taste of what is in and around Madaba.
- St. George Church: In the heart of Madaba, this church holds a map of the old Holy Land documenting all cities. It is a 2nd-century beauty that speaks history, and the icons on the walls inspire the Orthodox spirit of the church. It is a must-see.
- The Martyrs Church: Tucked in the back corner of St. George's Church, this amazing site carries a great deal of history.
- The Catholic Church: Recognized by the Vatican in 1976, it became a visited site for both tourists and pilgrims. The church includes a museum and bell tower, along with tunnels, mosaics, and even a Moabite well dating back 3,000 years.
- Kherbet Almukhayyat: Located between Madaba and Mount Nebo, this hidden jewel of Jordan is a 6th-century church with one of the most beautiful storytelling mosaics you could hope to see.
- Apostles Church: This 6th-century structure features mosaic floors and a unique design. As significant as it is, it also marks the beginning of the King's Way as it exists today.
Head to Mount Nibo. Rising 710 meters above sea level and overlooking Jericho and Jerusalem on a clear day, this site includes a church dating back to the 4th century in memory of Prophet Moses. It is the place mentioned in the Bible where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land. The site also includes a museum and some outstanding mosaic work.
Visit the Baptism Site and enjoy touring the area of the Jordan River. This is where Jesus met his cousin John to be baptized. Located 7 km north of the Dead Sea, Bethany Beyond the Jordan is regarded as the actual baptism site of Jesus Christ. There is a shrine with a mosaic floor, and the site has been visited by several popes, including Pope Francis.
Return to Amman for an overnight stay.

Day 03

Petra and Little Petra to Wadi Rum

Start early from Amman, heading to Petra, and arrive after about 3.5 hours of driving.
Visit 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 can 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 simply walk down the path, it feels more like gliding. Then, as it opens wide to reveal the Treasury, the sight can strike you like an Indiana Jones movie scene, a secret hidden for thousands of years, and a view like no other. Climbing the steps to the Monastery is long and tiring, but once you reach it, you can truly say you are on top of the world. A cup of tea with the fresh breeze around sunset will be priceless.
Continue to Little Petra to complete the picture of the culture that built this amazing city. Discover a 4,000-year-old winery and drawings from before the clock started to tick. It is a must-see wonder of the world.
Then get back on the road toward Wadi Rum. Head to your camp for a Zarb dinner and prepare for an adventure beneath an enormous spread 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 Adventure and Dead Sea Experience

Enjoy a 2-hour 4x4 ride in the morning through the vastness of the most tranquil place you may ever visit. After that, travel along the Great Rift Valley to reach the lowest point on earth.
Enjoy lunch, then take a swim and a mud bath at the Dead Sea, an experience said to leave your skin softer and firmer.
Return to Amman or the airport.

Where this trip takes you

the Siq and the Treasury, the Monastery, Wadi Rum desert, Dead Sea

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Amman 6 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
Tips
Accommodation
4x4 ride
Camel ride
All meals

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, this is your chance to visit a 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 eyes on it. Imagine the second biggest Roman theatre in the world among real souqs. The arches and the shops are 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 the Jordan Pass to save on paying entrance fees at all the sites.
- The tour can be altered and customized to fit the client's time and interests.

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