Jordan · Archaeology

8-Day Jordan Highlights Tour from Amman with Petra and Wadi Rum

8 Days Round trip from Amman Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Petra, also called the "Rose City"
  • 02 Admire the Wadi Rum desert and its magnificent moon-like landscape
  • 03 View the famous 6th-century mosaic map of Palestine in St. George's Church
  • 04 Discover Jerash, one of the best-preserved examples of Roman civilization in the Middle East

Embark on a journey through Jordan's most popular historical and cultural treasures, from the ancient and modern sites of Amman to the Roman heritage of Jerash, the Byzantine mosaic art of Madaba, and the Nabatean legacy of Petra. Visit the Desert Castles of eastern Jordan, float on the waters of the Dead Sea, and travel along the famous King's Way to Kerak Castle. The tour also takes you into the impressive southern desert of Wadi Rum on a 4x4 Jeep tour before ending with leisure time by the Red Sea in Aqaba.

Visit the red rose city of Petra, the biggest attraction in Jordan.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Aqaba, al Karak, Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea (Jordan)
Languages English, Filipino, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Amman

  • Upon arrival at Amman Airport, a representative will meet you with a Petra Nights Tours sign after you pass through customs.

  • Transfer to your hotel in Amman for an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Amman City Tour and Jerash Excursion

  • Have breakfast, then start the day with a city tour in Amman.

  • Visit the Amphitheater, the Jordan Folklore Museum, and the Citadel.

  • From here, drive north to Jerash, the best example of a Roman provincial city in the whole Middle East.

  • Visit the spectacular Forum, the Roman colonnaded street, the Nymphaeum, and the Artemis Temple.

  • Return to your hotel in Amman for an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Desert Castles and Dead Sea

  • Today, start your tour to the Desert Castles in eastern Jordan.

  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Amra Castle with its zodiac dome and early examples of Omayyad fresco paintings.

  • You will also view the fortress-like and mysterious Qasr Kharanah, as well as the black basalt Roman and Medieval Islamic fort at Azraq.

  • Continue to your Dead Sea hotel and check in.

  • The rest of the day is free, with the opportunity to enjoy the unique floating experience at the Dead Sea.

4
Day 04

Mt. Nebo, Madaba, King's Way and Kerak Castle to Petra

  • After breakfast, depart for Mt. Nebo. This is the place where Moses gazed at the Promised Land before he died, and it is believed to be his burial place. Visit the old monastery overlooking the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and parts of the Holy Land.

  • Proceed to Madaba to view the famous 6th-century mosaic map of Palestine in St. George's Church.

  • Afterwards, drive to Kerak along the famous ancient biblical caravan route, the King's Way.

  • Then, make a short stop in Wadi Al-Mujib, a great wide valley with magnificent geological formations. Visit the famous Crusader castle built in 1132 by King Baldwin I of Jerusalem.

  • Continue to Petra for an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Petra Exploration

  • Visit the red rose city of Petra, the biggest attraction in Jordan. You can start the trip on horseback or on foot through the canyon, the so-called Siq, and then walk to its most beautiful monument, the Treasury. Continue from here to the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, and Pharaoh's Castle.

Overnight in Petra.

6
Day 06

Wadi Rum Jeep Tour and Transfer to Aqaba

  • In the morning, drive 1.5 hours south to the protected area of Wadi Rum, one of the most impressive desert landscapes in the world. Here, Bedouins live in a traditional way.

  • During a 4x4 Jeep tour, discover canyons, sand dunes, and Nabatean rock inscriptions.

  • Then continue to Aqaba on the Red Sea, where the rest of the day is free.

Overnight in Aqaba.

7
Day 07

Leisure Day in Aqaba

  • Breakfast and overnight at the hotel, with no other services provided. Enjoy a free day in the Red Sea resort of Aqaba. Relax, explore the duty-free shopping facilities, or have fun with popular water activities such as swimming, snorkelling, or diving.

Overnight in Aqaba.

8
Day 08

Departure Transfer to Amman Airport

  • Depending on your departure time, transfer for about 4 hours to Amman Airport to say farewell and board your flight.

Petra, Wadi Rum desert, Dead Sea (Jordan), Amman Citadel

Where this trip takes you

Petra, Wadi Rum desert, Dead Sea (Jordan), Amman Citadel

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2x hotel accommodation in Amman with breakfast

  • 1x hotel accommodation at the Dead Sea with breakfast

  • 2x hotel accommodation in Petra with breakfast

  • 2x hotel accommodation in Aqaba with breakfast

  • Transfers in an A/C, new vehicle with an English-speaking escorting driver

  • English-speaking spot guide in Jerash (about 1 hour)

  • English-speaking spot guide in Petra (about 3 hours)

  • Entrance fees to the mentioned sites

  • 700-meter horse ride in Petra (not mandatory; the horse handler expects a tip)

  • 2.5-hour 4x4 Jeep tour in Wadi Rum

What's Not Included

  • Airfare

  • Travel insurance

  • Jordanian visa (obtainable at Amman Airport for 40 JD = 60 USD per person)

  • Single supplement: 210 USD per person

  • Lunch and dinner meals

  • Tips and private expenses

  • Others not included in the inclusions

What to bring

  • Small backpack
  • Comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock
  • Torch
  • Warmer clothes for cooler nights
  • Headcover as protection against sun and wind
  • Towel
  • First aid kit (for headache, cold, etc.)
  • Swimwear, flip-flops, and water sandals (for Dead Sea beach)

Know before you go

  • Low season: 01 June - 31 August.
  • The price is calculated for this itinerary. Modified itineraries may result in higher costs.
  • Official check-in time at hotels is 15:00 - check-out time is 12:00.
  • The tour operator does not check the availability of accommodation when planning your trip. Once you book, if any hotel is not available, an alternative will be searched for and you will be informed.
  • Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
  • The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary; he is not at your disposal 24/7.
  • 4x4s in Wadi Rum are old vehicles with no A/C and no seat belts, and they belong to the local Bedouin association.
  • The spot guides in Petra are licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Jordan and are not part of your team.
  • In case of rain, the government may decide to close Petra for safety and security reasons.
  • It is not allowed to bring drones or telescopes into Jordan without permission.
  • This tour is also offered in Italian and Spanish.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Amman.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $806.00 — $2,145.00
Double Sharing $806.00 — $1,229.00

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