This 7-day Jordan itinerary offers a captivating journey through ancient history, stunning landscapes, and cultural treasures. Start in Amman with a city tour and excursions to the Roman ruins of Jerash, the hilltop village of Umm Qais, and Ajloun Castle. Explore Madaba’s famous mosaics, Mount Nebo’s biblical views, and the Crusader fortress of Shobak before arriving in the ancient city of Petra. Enjoy a guided tour of Petra’s iconic landmarks, followed by an overnight experience in Wadi Rum’s desert landscapes with a 4WD safari and Bedouin dinner. Conclude your journey with relaxation at the Dead Sea, famed for its therapeutic mud baths and buoyant waters, before departing from Amman.
Welcome to Jordan!
Arrival at the Amman International Airport. Complete your customs and immigration. Meet and greet from our tour representative and transfer to your hotel. After reaching your hotel, complete the check-in process. The standard check-in time at your hotel is 16:00. Relax and freshen up. Enjoy the rest of the time at leisure. Enjoy the hotel amenities or explore your nearby surroundings, cafes, streets, etc. or you can just relax in your room and recharge yourself for the upcoming days. After completing the day, enjoy an overnight stay in Amman.
Early morning breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, depart for a full-day sightseeing tour of some of the historic sites of Amman.
Start with a visit to Umm Qais, also known as Gadara in classical times. It will take around 2 hours for you to reach. Umm Qais is a former ancient city perched on a wonderful hilltop overlooking the Northern Jordan Valley, the Sea of Galilee, and the Golan Heights. It is the largest city in the extreme northwest of the country, near Jordan’s border with Syria and Israel.
Continue your drive through pine forests and olive groves to reach the city of Ajloun. It will take you around 01Hr 15min to reach. After reaching, visit the Ajloun Castle more formally known as Qal'at Ar-Rabad. It was built by one of the Islamic governors under Saladin in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajloun. The castle enjoys a great location offering bird’s-eye views over the surrounding countryside and over three major wadis (valleys).
Next head to the ancient city of Jerash often referred to as ‘Pompeii of the East’. This is one of the best-preserved classical cities in the region. It will take you around 40 minutes to reach. Enjoy a wander around the remarkable ancient ruins including visits to the Oval Plaza, the Temple of Zeus, and the Southern Theatre, the larger of the two theatres, seating more than 3000 spectators.
After completing the day, return to your hotel. Enjoy your dinner (on your own) and an overnight stay in Amman.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, embark on a City Tour to discover the highlights of Amman.
Start your day by visiting the Amman Hilltop Citadel. It is an archeological site at the center of downtown, Amman. The L-shaped hill is one of the seven hills that originally made up Amman. The Citadel has a long history of occupation by many great civilizations.
Later, visit the impressive Roman Amphitheatre. This is a 6,000-seat, 2nd-century Roman theatre. A famous landmark in Amman that dates back to the Roman period when the city was known as Philadelphia.
Later enjoy your lunch (on your own) and head towards West Amman. A contrast to downtown Amman, this area is home to an overabundance of upmarket hotels, high-end restaurants, and lively bars along with some of the city’s most attractive residential neighborhoods.
Continue with a walk along atmospheric Rainbow Street which offers a wealth of dining options, cafés and quirky shops.
After completing your day, return to your hotel in Amman and enjoy an overnight stay.
Early breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, enjoy a morning drive out of the city to Madaba.
Madaba, otherwise referred to as the ‘City of Mosaics’ is best known for its collection of Byzantine-era mosaics. The most famous of these is the mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land which can be found on the floor of St George’s Church.
Later, continue with a visit to Mount Nebo, one of the most important biblical sites where it is believed that Moses first sighted the Holy Land. A small Byzantine church was built on the site by the early Christians and has since been expanded into a vast complex. During his visit to Jordan in 2000, Pope John Paul II held a sermon here that was attended by over 20,000 people.
Your final stop today is a visit to Shoubak Castle. Perched on a rocky hilltop, this imposing fort was built by the Crusader King Baldwin I of Jerusalem in AD 1115 to guard the road linking Syria and Egypt — the old King’s Highway. It successfully withstood numerous sieges until it fell to Saladin's troops in 1189. Enjoy a wander around the remains of this old castle and admire the spectacular views across the barren landscape.
After finishing your sightseeing tour, continue with the drive to Petra. After reaching, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. Enjoy an overnight stay in Petra.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast. enjoy a guided tour around one of the world's most famous and awe-inspiring archaeological sites – the UNESCO World Heritage Listed ancient city of Petra.
Start by entering through the Siq, a long and winding narrow gorge flanked on either side by soaring 80m high cliffs which will lead you to the breathtaking façade of The Treasury (Al-Khazneh). The Treasury is arguably one of Jordan’s most iconic wonders and was featured in the film ‘Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade’. Spend some time exploring the city’s main highlights including the Roman Theatre, Street of Façades and the Royal Tombs.
Enjoy your free time and explore the vast network of hidden passages and fascinating tombs and palaces at your leisure. You may wish to climb up to the High Place of Sacrifice which is located at the summit of the Attuf Ridge and offers spectacular views over the red sandstone landscapes of Wadi Araba. Or perhaps head to the Monastery, one of the largest monuments in Petra boasting an impressive façade measuring 47m wide and 49m high (please note this climb involves around 800 steps). Your next stop today will be Wadi Rum.
After reaching, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bedouin-style dinner beneath the star-studded sky. After completing the day, enjoy an overnight stay in Wadi Rum.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, complete the check-out process.
Later, Discover the many towering sandstone mountains and narrow canyons of this magnificent desert wilderness on a 2-hour 4WD safari. There is also the opportunity to explore with a ride on the back of a camel.
After completing your exploration, you will be transferred to your Dead Sea resort. After reaching, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. Enjoy a day at leisure at the lowest point on earth. Why not try out the mud baths, which claimed to have therapeutic qualities and float in the mineral-rich waters? After completing the day, enjoy an overnight stay in the Dead Sea.
Note: The Desert 4WD Safari timings depend on the availability. It can be done either in the morning or after the check-out process.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, enjoy some morning time at leisure. Visit your nearby areas and surroundings. Later, complete the check-out process, and you will be transferred to Amman airport for your onward flight.
Note: Standard check-out time at your hotel is 12:00.
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Days (Prior to Departure) | Percentage of Invoice |
91 or before | 10% or booking amount (whichever is higher) |
61 to 90 | 30% |
46 to 60 | 40% |
31 to 45 | 50% |
19 to 30 | 100% |
0 to 18 | 100% |
Cities
Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea
Cities
Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Dead Sea
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