Ultimate Jordan

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The itinerary below is an example of what we can and have put together. We can use this as a base for your own customized journey.

 

Pricing shown is an estimate. Prices will vary according to season, exchange rate, and other factors. Our tours are all private. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.

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Day 1: Arrival in Amman

Welcome to Jordan’s bustling capital. Explore the historic downtown, visit the Roman Amphitheater, and climb up to the Amman Citadel for panoramic views. Stroll through Rainbow Street and try a traditional dinner at Sufra or Hashem Restaurant—don’t miss out on mansaf or falafel with hummus.

Day 2: Jerash & Ajloun

Breakfast, Day trip with private guide

Head north to Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. Walk along colonnaded streets, the Forum, and the impressive hippodrome.

Continue to Ajloun Castle, a 12th-century Islamic fortress with scenic views of the surrounding olive groves and hills.

Return to Amman in the evening for a relaxed dinner in Abdoun.

Day 3: Amman to Madaba & Mount Nebo

Breakfast, Guided tour, Short drive

Drive to Madaba, known for its stunning Byzantine mosaics, especially the 6th-century map of the Holy Land.

Continue to Mount Nebo, where Moses is believed to have viewed the Promised Land. On a clear day, you can see the Dead Sea and even Jerusalem.

Spend the night in a nearby guesthouse or continue to the Dead Sea for a luxurious overnight stay.

Day 4: Relax at the Dead Sea

Breakfast, Wellness & relaxation

Float effortlessly in the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. Cover yourself in mineral-rich mud, enjoy spa treatments, and relax at a resort with infinity pools and desert views.

Optional: Visit the nearby Baptism Site of Jesus at Bethany Beyond the Jordan.

Day 5: Dead Sea to Dana Biosphere Reserve

Breakfast, Scenic drive, Light hiking

Head south through stunning desert roads to Dana, Jordan’s largest nature reserve.

Go on a guided hike through the Wadi Dana Trail or relax in the eco-lodges surrounded by cliffs and terraced hills.

Dine under the stars with a farm-to-table meal in this peaceful mountain setting.

Day 6: Dana to Petra

Breakfast, Transport (2 hrs)

En route to Petra, stop in Shobak Castle, a Crusader fortress perched on a hill.

Arrive in Wadi Musa, the gateway to Petra. Visit Petra by Night (on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays), where the Siq and Treasury are lit by candles for a magical first glimpse.

Day 7: Explore Petra

Breakfast, Full-day private guided tour

Enter Petra through the narrow Siq to discover the breathtaking Treasury. Explore the Royal Tombs, the Roman Theater, and climb up to the Monastery or High Place of Sacrifice.

Take a break with mint tea in a cave café, and learn about Nabatean history and architecture.

Day 8: Wadi Rum Desert Adventure

Breakfast, Transport (1.5 hrs), 4×4 Jeep Tour, Bedouin Dinner

Drive to Wadi Rum, a vast desert wilderness known for its red sand dunes and sandstone formations.

Go on a 4×4 Jeep tour past rock bridges and Lawrence of Arabia’s Spring.

Enjoy a Bedouin-style dinner and spend the night in a luxury camp or under the stars in a bubble tent.

Day 9: Wadi Rum to Aqaba (Red Sea)

Breakfast, Transport (1 hr)

Drive to Aqaba, Jordan’s Red Sea resort town. Enjoy snorkeling or diving in crystal-clear waters filled with coral reefs and colorful fish.

Relax on the beach or enjoy fresh seafood at the marina.

Day 10: Leisure in Aqaba or Optional Activities

Free day

Optional:

  • Glass-bottom boat tour
  • Spa day
  • Scuba diving wreck tour
  • Trip to Pharaoh’s Island (Egypt, with visa)

Day 11: Return to Amman

Transport (4 hrs)

Drive back to Amman with stops along the way, or take a short flight.

Enjoy your final evening with a traditional dinner, rooftop views, or shopping at local artisan markets.

Day 12: Departure from Amman

Relax in the morning with a final Arabic coffee or zaa’tar manaqeesh before your flight home.

Optional Extensions:

  • Feynan Eco-Lodge (2 nights): Deep in the desert, perfect for stargazing, off-grid living, and guided hikes.
  • Azraq Wetlands (1 night): Birdwatching and nature in an unexpected oasis in the eastern desert.
  • Petra + Little Petra Trekking (2–3 nights): Combine Petra with hikes to Little Petra, Wadi Araba, and off-the-beaten-track trails.
  • Amman City Life (2 extra nights): Explore its modern art galleries, rooftop lounges, and local fashion boutiques.
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