Jordan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

5-Day Jordan Exploration Tour from Amman with Petra and Wadi Rum

5 Days Round trip from Desert Highway Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the well-preserved ruins of Jerash
  • 02 Explore Madaba's ancient mosaics depicting biblical scenes
  • 03 Float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea
  • 04 Marvel at the panoramic vistas from Mount Nebo
  • 05 Venture into the Martian-like landscapes of Wadi Rum
  • 06 Wander through the awe-inspiring rose-red rock city of Petra

Embark on a comprehensive journey through Jordan's most iconic destinations, including Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea or Baptism Site. Discover well-preserved Roman ruins, ancient mosaics, and biblical landmarks before exploring Petra carved into rose-red cliffs and the otherworldly desert landscapes of Wadi Rum. Along the way, enjoy time in Amman's historic highlights and traditional bazaars, with accommodation, transportation, and guided visits included as per the itinerary.

Enter the city through a 1 km long, narrow gorge flanked on either side by 80 m high cliffs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea (Jordan)
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Amman

  • Our representative will meet you in the arrival hall of Queen Alia International Airport and assist you with transportation to your hotel in Amman City for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation in a 4-star hotel and dinner included.

2
Day 02

Amman City Tour and Jerash Excursion

  • After breakfast, our driver will take you to explore Amman city. The tour begins when the driver picks you up from the hotel and heads to the Amman Citadel, also known as Jebel AlQalaea, the city's most famous and well-known spot. The Citadel is one of the seven mounts occupying the capital city of Amman, and many parts of it date back to the B.C. periods, including the Temple of Great Hercules, the Ayyubaid watching tower, and the excellent hand statue.
  • Next, you will visit the half-circle-shaped Roman Theatre, which dates back to ancient Roman times and used to host concerts and musical shows. The theatre can accommodate up to 6,000 people and is still used today for the same purpose.
  • After that, we will visit the Archaeological Museum, which houses valuable ancient objects and artifacts from ancient eras. Before moving to the Folklore Museum, we will briefly explore Jordan's history and heritage.
  • Finally, we will shop in some of the city's traditional bazaars before heading to Jerash, the largest and best-preserved site of Roman architecture outside Italy, for a two-hour private guided tour.
  • After the tour, the driver will take you back to your hotel.

Accommodation is in a 4-star hotel and breakfast is included.

Private tour guide in Amman and Jerash included.

3
Day 03

Madaba, Mount Nebo, Dead Sea or Baptism Site, and Petra

  • After breakfast, our driver will take you to Madaba, a city best known for the famous 6th-century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land, as well as for its spectacular Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics.
  • After that, proceed to Mt. Nebo, a place mentioned in the Bible as where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land that he would never enter.
  • Then, our driver will take you either to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, for some free time at leisure and lunch, or to the Baptism Site, home to several biblical cities including Sodom, Gomorrah, and Zoar. Archaeological discoveries between the Jordan River and Tal al-Kharrar have identified this area as Biblical "Bethany Beyond the Jordan." This is the area where John was living when he baptized Jesus. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Baptism Site Commission welcomes pilgrims worldwide seeking a spiritual connection to biblical times, a glimpse of history, or a chance to be baptized where Jesus was so many years ago.
  • Afterward, the driver will take you to Petra to enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation in a 4-star hotel, breakfast and dinner included.

Dead Sea access and lunch included if the Dead Sea is chosen.

Private tour guide in Madaba and Mount Nebo included.

4
Day 04

Guided Petra Visit and Wadi Rum Sunset Jeep Tour

  • After breakfast, pick up from your hotel in Petra for a visit to the Nabatean Red Rose city of Petra with a local English-speaking guide for 2 hours. Petra is one of the 7 world wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Enter the city through a 1 km long, narrow gorge flanked on either side by 80 m high cliffs. Notice the dazzling colours and formations of the rocks. The massive site contains hundreds of elaborate rock-cut tombs, a treasury, Roman-style theatres, temples, sacrificial altars, and colonnaded streets.
  • Upon completion, transfer to your camp in Wadi Rum to enjoy a sunset jeep tour, dinner, and an overnight stay in your camp.

Accommodation in a 5-star camp, breakfast and dinner included.

Private tour guide in Petra.

Wadi Rum jeep tour included.

5
Day 05

Wadi Rum Departure to Amman or the Airport

  • After breakfast and the tour, the driver will take you to the airport or Amman city, as requested.
rose-red cliffs of Petra, Wadi Rum desert sunset, Mount Nebo panoramas

Where this trip takes you

rose-red cliffs of Petra, Wadi Rum desert sunset, Mount Nebo panoramas

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Desert Highway 6 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation in 4-star hotels
  • Transportation
  • Private tour guide
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Bottled water
  • Free Wi-Fi in the vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Airline ticket
  • Entrance fees
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

  • We recommend all customers get Jordan Pass online to avoid visa and entrance fees around Jordan tourist places.

Know before you go

  • The tour is private and customizable as per the traveler's request.

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 5 days finish where they began, in Desert Highway.

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