Jordan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

8-Day Private Jordan Highlights Tour with Petra and Wadi Rum

8 Days Round trip from Desert Highway Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Jerash, one of the largest and best-preserved Roman ruins outside Italy
  • 02 Float in the Dead Sea's healing waters or cover yourself in therapeutic mud
  • 03 Explore Madaba's Byzantine mosaics, Mt. Nebo, and the crusader castle at Karak
  • 04 Walk through the Siq and catch your first glimpse of Al-Khazneh in Petra

Explore Jordan's ancient sights and lost cities on an eight-day journey from Amman, with time in Jerash, Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Karak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. Discover Petra's fascinating history and thrilling beauty, overnight in a Bedouin tent, and dine amid the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Rum. You will also have the chance to relax in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. This trip is ideal for travellers who are short on time but still want to soak up the colours, culture, and history of a country that is small in size but big on adventure.

Wind your way through the Siq, a narrow, 1 km-long (.6 mi) gorge flanked by soaring 80 m-high (262 ft) sandstone walls, and take in the astounding colours and patterns of the rock.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Aqaba, al Karak, Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea (Jordan)
Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Amman

  • Upon arriving at Queen Alia International Airport, meet and be assisted by our representatives through immigration.

  • Transfer to your hotel in Amman.

Stay overnight.

2
Day 02

Jerash and Dead Sea Excursion

  • Set off on a half-day trip to Jerash, a fascinating ancient Roman town and one of the largest and most well-preserved Roman ruins outside Italy.

  • Continue on to the Dead Sea, known for its high salinity, where you can opt to bob like a cork in the healing water or cover yourself in therapeutic mud.

  • There is also the option to visit the site of Jesus' baptism.

3
Day 03

Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and Karak Castle

  • Start the day with a visit to the intricate Madaba mosaics, enjoy the panoramic views from Mt. Nebo, and visit the crusader castle at Karak.

  • Depart early for the first stop, Mt. Nebo, where you will learn the ancient history of this spot and take in the views.

  • Continue on to Madaba to see the famous Byzantine mosaics, dating back to the sixth century.

  • Afterwards, visit Karak Castle, built during the Crusades.

  • Continue to Wadi Musa for the evening, arriving in the early evening in the town just outside Petra.

4
Day 04

Petra Exploration

  • Journey to Petra to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Wind your way through the Siq, a narrow, 1 km-long (.6 mi) gorge flanked by soaring 80 m-high (262 ft) sandstone walls, and take in the astounding colours and patterns of the rock.

  • At the end of this passage, catch your first glimpse of Al-Khazneh, the famed treasury of Petra.

  • Explore in depth with your CEO and get a brief history of the city, one of the greatest attractions in the Middle East.

  • The Nabateans carved this capital from the living rock of the surrounding mountains in Petra.

  • Visit monuments that include the Pharaoh's Castle, the triumphal arch, the amphitheatre, and the monastery.

5
Day 05

Journey to Wadi Rum

  • Opt to visit Little Petra in the morning before continuing to Wadi Rum.

  • Drive to Wadi Rum, a vast, silent landscape of ancient riverbeds and the largest and most magnificent of Jordan's desert landscapes.

  • Head deep into the desert by 4x4, stopping at famous landmarks along the way.

  • Enjoy a 4x4 excursion during the day.

  • Arrive at the camp in time for a traditional meal and learn more about this ancient culture.

  • Our dinner is prepared in traditional fashion, with the meat and vegetables cooked in an underground oven.

  • Soft drinks and water are available for purchase.

  • Lanterns light the way, but we do suggest you bring a flashlight.

6
Day 06

Wadi Rum to Aqaba

  • Journey to the Red Sea and arrive at the resort city of Aqaba.

  • Explore your surroundings or relax on the beach, with free time to enjoy the beach, go snorkelling, or check out the city.

  • Make sure to try some fresh seafood for dinner.

7
Day 07

Return to Amman

  • Journey back to Amman.

8
Day 08

Departure from Amman

  • Return to Amman Airport in order to go back home.

Petra, Al-Khazneh, Wadi Rum desert, Dead Sea (Jordan)

Where this trip takes you

Petra, Al-Khazneh, Wadi Rum desert, Dead Sea (Jordan)

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Desert Highway 8 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Meet & assist upon arrival
  • Free visa at the airport
  • Transportation via an AC vehicle with Wi-Fi and water
  • Entrance fees for all above sites
  • Accommodation according to the program in a 3-star hotel, including breakfast
  • 2-hour Jeep 4x4 tour in Wadi Rum
  • 3-hour boat trip with lunch in Aqaba
  • Local guide at Jerash and Petra

What's Not Included

  • Lunch, except for one lunch on the Aqaba boat trip
  • Dinner
  • Any personal expenses
  • Tips (hotels, drivers)
  • Accompanying guide
  • Anything not mentioned above

What to bring

  • A copy of the passport two days before arriving in Jordan for the purposes of the free visa
  • A copy of the flight ticket that includes the arrival time, flight number, and date of arrival
  • Flashlight

Know before you go

  • Children aged 2 or below are not charged for this tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Queen Alia International Airport, Desert Highway, Amman, Jordan
Tour start
Desert Highway, Amman, Jordan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Desert Highway.

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Single Room $1,189.00 — $2,285.00
Double Sharing $1,189.00 — $1,445.00

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