Highlights
Amman - Explore this Ancient hilltop citadel, with its fascinating Archaeological Museum and the bustling souqs
Explore history in the green north in Ajloun, and visit a 12th-century Crusader castle.
Explore Umm Qais - the site of the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gadara, a member of the Decapolis.
Jerash - See the ruins of the ancient Roman city, which at over 2000 years old is still surprisingly well-preserved
Madaba - See Jordan’s finest Byzantine mosaics at the Church of St George in this Christian market town
Make a stop at Little Petra - a Nabataean site, with buildings carved into the walls of the sandstone canyons.
Mt Nebo - Visit one of the most sacred sites in Jordan with views across the Promised Land
Petra - Discover the spectacular UNESCO-listed Nabataean city, which is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
Relax and Float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea
See examples of early Islamic art at the Desert Castles
Shobak Crusader Castle - Take in this magnificent castle, perched dramatically on a hill top
This is a classical tour/Holiday of Jordan starts from Amman or Queen Alia Airport, We offer our clients private tailor-made tours of Jordan that encompass their particular interests. We custom-make Jordan tours and holiday itineraries exactly to their specifications and requirements
Travel to Dana Natural Reserve, Jordan's largest nature reserve
Wadi Rum - Explore this vast red desert with its rolling dunes and dramatic rock formations in a 4x4
ⓘ Note : tours are mainly private tour/trips of Jordan also they're completely tailor made to fit individuals preferences & groups tours. We offer wide selections of tour packages & holidays of Jordan of all type of tours, if you wish to tailor made your trip, please visit our Tailor Made Tour page to customize a tour to Jordan
Itinerary
Tour Overview
This immersive Jordan journey combines the country’s classical highlights, biblical heritage, Roman history, and natural landscapes with authentic local experiences. Beginning in Amman, the tour explores the remarkably preserved Roman cities of the north, the Umayyad Eastern Desert Castles, the historic King’s Highway, the mosaic city of Madaba, the sacred Mount Nebo, the tranquil landscapes of Dana, the legendary Petra, the dramatic desert of Wadi Rum, and concludes with relaxation at the Dead Sea.
The itinerary is thoughtfully paced and designed as a private, tailor-made experience, ideal for travelers seeking cultural depth, scenery, and comfort.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 01: Queen Alia International Airport – Amman
Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative before visa control. All arrangements for your free Jordanian visa will be handled, after which you will be introduced to your driver and transferred approximately 30 minutes to your hotel in Amman.
Optional activities may be arranged depending on your arrival time.
Overnight in Amman
Meals: None
Day 02: Amman – Jerash – Ajloun – Umm Qais – Amman
After breakfast, your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby and drive north to Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities outside Italy and a former member of the Decapolis. Enjoy a guided visit including Hadrian’s Arch, the Hippodrome, the Oval Forum, the Colonnaded Street, the Nymphaeum, and the Temple of Artemis.
Continue through pine forests and olive groves to Ajloun, where you will visit Ajloun Castle (Al-Rabid Castle), a 12th-century fortress built by one of Saladin’s lieutenants. Proceed further north to Umm Qais, the ancient city of Gadara, offering sweeping views over the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. Explore the ruins independently before returning to Amman.
Overnight in Amman
Meals: Breakfast
Day 03: Amman – Eastern Desert Castles – Amman City Tour – Amman
After breakfast, travel east from Amman to visit the famous Umayyad Desert Castles, including Qusayr Amra (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Qasr Kharana, and Qasr Al-Azraq. These castles reflect early Islamic art, architecture, and desert life, with Qusayr Amra renowned for its exceptional 8th-century frescoes.
Return to Amman for a city tour, visiting the Citadel with remains from Roman to early Islamic periods, the Archaeological Museum, the bustling downtown souqs, and the impressive Roman Theatre. (A local guide for the Amman city tour is available at an additional cost.)
Overnight in Amman
Meals: Breakfast
Day 04: Amman – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Dana
After breakfast, travel along the historic King’s Highway to Madaba, renowned for its Byzantine mosaics. Visit the Church of St. George, home to the famous 6th-century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land, and the Church of St. John the Baptist, with panoramic views from its bell tower and an underground museum.
Continue to Mount Nebo, where Moses is believed to have viewed the Promised Land, with views extending across the Dead Sea toward Jerusalem on clear days. Proceed south to Dana Village, where you may enjoy a scenic walk through terraced gardens, Ottoman-era architecture, and local craft workshops.
Overnight at an Eco Camp in Dana
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 05: Dana – Shobak – Little Petra
After breakfast, optional short hikes or local activities may be enjoyed before departing Dana. Stop at Shobak Castle, dramatically positioned on a mountain ridge overlooking surrounding valleys.
Continue to Little Petra, where you will explore Nabataean triclinia and biclinia (ancient dining halls) and view rare surviving Nabataean frescoes.
Overnight at a Bedouin Camp in Little Petra
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 06: Petra Full-Day Visit – Petra
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided visit of Petra, the legendary Nabataean capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the dramatic Siq to the iconic Treasury, then explore the Street of Facades, Roman Theatre, Colonnaded Street, and Qasr Al-Bint.
The afternoon is free to explore further highlights such as the Byzantine Church, the Temple of the Winged Lions, or to climb to the Monastery (Ad-Deir) or the High Place of Sacrifice. Optional longer hiking trails, such as the Back Road to the Monastery, are available.
Overnight in Petra
Meals: Breakfast
Day 07: Petra – Wadi Rum Jeep Tour – Wadi Rum
After breakfast, transfer approximately 1.5 hours to Wadi Rum. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by a local Bedouin guide and experience traditional hospitality.
Enjoy a 4–5 hour 4x4 Jeep Safari through the spectacular desert landscape, visiting key sites such as the Nabataean Temple, Lawrence’s Spring, sand dunes, Khazali Canyon, Um Frouth Rock Bridge, Lawrence’s House, and the Burdah Rock Bridge. A box lunch is included.
End the day watching the sunset and enjoying a traditional Bedouin BBQ dinner under the stars.
Overnight in a Bedouin Camp in Wadi Rum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Wadi Rum – Dead Sea
After breakfast and sunrise in Wadi Rum, transfer approximately 3.5 hours to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth.
The remainder of the day is free to relax at your hotel, enjoy its facilities, and experience the unique sensation of floating in the mineral-rich waters.
Overnight at the Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast
Day 09: Dead Sea – Queen Alia International Airport
After breakfast, your driver will transfer you approximately one hour to Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Booking Conditions
: 1- Minimum Booking Time, Last-Minute Reservations & JHT Team Availability (STND)
(A) For multi-day tours, reservation requests must be received at least 72 hours prior to the tour start date, taking into account weekends, official holidays, and office hours.
(B) Our tour consultants are available during office hours only: Sunday–Thursday, 10:00–18:00 (Jordan Time, GMT +3). In case of emergencies, guests may contact our main mobile number listed on our website at any time. If you are already in contact with a tour consultant, you may use their direct contact details.
(C) The weekend in Jordan is Friday–Saturday. Official national and religious holidays include, but are not limited to, Easter, Eids, Labor Day, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.
(D) To benefit from the visa fee waiver (applicable when spending two consecutive nights in Jordan), guests must provide passport details in advance. All information is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy and is used solely for manifest preparation and airport meet-and-greet arrangements.
(E) A visa fee applies to individuals and groups spending one night only in Jordan prior to departure. Visa fees are subject to change without prior notice by the authorities.
(F) Tour confirmation is issued once all required services and accommodations are secured. Most hotel reservation offices operate until 17:00 Jordan time on weekdays.
(G) Last-minute bookings may be subject to limited availability and reduced service options. While JHT will make every effort to meet guest preferences, early planning is strongly recommended to ensure better availability, service quality, and a smoother overall travel experience.
: 2- Quotation and rates for Multi-Day trips in Jordan. STND
-(A)- Our multi-day tours are completely tailor made to fit individual preferences. Because those tours are customized, kindly check with us for rates for your requested tour. Note it is possible to select the desired accommodation standard 3, 4 or 5-star / typically offers are based on standard rooms in related hotels unless otherwise stated, upgraded room categories and / or family rooms would incur a surcharge. If interested to book accommodation directly yourself – please get in touch.
-(B)- Accommodation choices and preferences will be considered, yet can’t be guaranteed as this is subject to hotel or camp availability and policies. Alternatives of same desired level can be secured (subject to availability).
-(C)- For FTIs (small groups up to 6 guests) - local spot guide in Petra and Jerash would be included (who’d only join during your visit in Petra or Jerash only – if your visit includes either site) please see notes. Yet for groups of 7 guests and more it is mandated by law that we secure a government licensed Guide to escort the group from start till drop off to any destination in Jordan.
-(D)- All quotes are based on English speaking local or government licensed guides. Other languages are subject to availability and can’t be guaranteed especially at peak season times, and can ultimately incur a surcharge.
-(E)- The Local guides (who are at the visitor’s center of Petra site) are assigned at the visitor's center of the site on a turn-basis. Travel Agencies cannot guarantee the quality of their services.
- We endeavor to utilize the guiding services of a licensed guide who is known to our agency. During peak times we might provide you with a guide from the Petra Visitors center. As these guides are not known to our agency, we cannot guarantee the level of their service. Any complaints about problems encountered with the guides from the Petra Visitors center should be directed to the Petra Visitors Centre directly at the conclusion of your guided tour.
: 3- Online Booking & How to Book Multi-Day Tours (STND)
(A) Guests may request to book their desired tour online or by email. All online booking requests are subject to confirmation and are not considered confirmed until a personalized confirmation email is issued by a member of our reservations team, usually within 24–48 hours of receiving the request.
(B) While we strive to display accurate availability on our website, in rare cases simultaneous bookings may occur, and real-time availability may not be fully reflected online.
(C) Accommodation availability for larger groups is subject to hotel or camp availability and policies. Guests will be informed of available options, which may include alternative hotels, partial availability of standard rooms, or upgraded room categories at an additional cost, allowing guests to make an informed decision.-(B)- We endeavor to display accurate availability on our website, though on rare occasions online bookings are made concurrently with others, and our website cannot reflect this information.
-(C)- Securing accommodation space for larger group is primarily controlled by hotel – camp availability. Feedback will be shared with guests, to determine how best to proceed, example standard rooms may not be fully available, upgraded room types for an additional surcharge could be proposed to guest, our team will make sure you understand your options and can decide accordingly.
: 4- In rare cases, JHT may amend or cancel a booking under the following circumstances: STND
(A) For last-minute bookings made less than 24 hours before the requested service date.
(B) When no personalized confirmation email confirming the booking has been sent by a member of our reservations team, including cases where the JHT team is unavailable due to outside working hours, weekends, national or religious holidays (e.g., Easter, Eid, Christmas, New Year’s Eve).
(C) In cases of missing, incomplete, or incorrect information provided by the guest.
(D) JHT reserves the right to amend or cancel the tour or itinerary due to operational requirements, weather or road conditions, hotel or camp policies, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any significant changes or cancellations will be communicated to the customer in writing. JHT cannot be held responsible for services that become unavailable due to circumstances beyond our control.
(E) Refunds, if applicable, will be processed in accordance with the refund policy.
: 5- Review of Terms, Payment Methods, and Policies (STND)
(A) Guests are required to carefully review our Terms & Conditions, Payment Methods, Cancellation Policy, and Refund Policy prior to booking. These documents are available via the footer of our website and within our Knowledge Base.