8-Day Jordan Itinerary
Discover Jordan’s highlights, from Amman and Jerash to Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea.
Day 1: Arrival in Amman
Welcome to Jordan. Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, our representative will assist you with your free visa procedures before you meet your driver and transfer to Amman. Depending on your arrival time, optional excursions in Amman can be arranged.
Overnight: Hotel in Amman
Meals: Not included
Day 2: Jerash, Ajloun & Umm Qais
Travel through northern Jordan and explore Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. Continue to Ajloun Castle, built during the time of Saladin, then visit Umm Qais for sweeping views over the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. Return to Amman in the evening.
Overnight: Hotel in Amman
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Amman City Tour & Desert Castles
Discover Amman’s most famous landmarks, including the Citadel, Roman Theater, and local souks. Then head east to visit Jordan’s desert castles, including Qusayr Amra, Qasr Kharana, and Qasr Al-Azraq, each offering a unique glimpse into the country’s early Islamic heritage.
Overnight: Hotel in Amman
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: King’s Highway to Petra
Follow the scenic King’s Highway south toward Petra. Visit Madaba and its famous mosaic map, continue to Mount Nebo, enjoy the dramatic landscapes near Wadi Mujib, and explore Karak Castle. If time allows, a stop at Shobak Castle can also be included before arriving in Petra.
Overnight: Hotel in Petra
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Petra & Wadi Rum
Spend the day exploring Petra, the legendary Nabatean city carved into rose-red sandstone. Walk through the Siq to the Treasury and continue through Petra’s main archaeological area. Later, transfer to Wadi Rum for a magical desert evening and warm Bedouin hospitality.
Overnight: Bedouin Camp in Wadi Rum
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Wadi Rum Jeep Tour & Aqaba
Start your morning in Wadi Rum with an exciting 4x4 jeep excursion through its dramatic desert scenery. Visit major sites such as Lawrence’s Spring, sand dunes, canyons, and rock formations. After lunch, continue to Aqaba for leisure time or optional Red Sea activities.
Overnight: Hotel in Aqaba
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7: Baptism Site & Dead Sea
Travel north to Bethany Beyond the Jordan, the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ, one of Jordan’s most important pilgrimage destinations. Continue to the Dead Sea, where you can relax, float in its mineral-rich waters, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the lowest point on Earth.
Overnight: Hotel at the Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Dead Sea – Departure
Enjoy a leisurely morning at the Dead Sea before transferring to Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast