Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Amman
You'll arrive at Amman airport and get picked up for transfer to your hotel. After you settle in, there's time to freshen up before heading down for dinner. It's a good chance to rest and get ready for the explorations starting tomorrow.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Day 2
Ajloun - Jerash
Start early heading north from Amman to check out three major historical sites. First up is Umm Qais, where you can walk along an impressive colonnaded street and take in valley views. Then it's on to Ajloun Castle, sitting high with panoramic countryside stretching out around you. After that, Jerash shows you a remarkably preserved ancient city with plenty to see. You'll be back in Amman by early evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Umm Qais (Gadara)
- Visit to Ajloun Castle (Qal'at Ar-Rabad)
- Guided tour of Jerash
Landmarks/POIs Umm Qais Ajloun Castle Jerash Oval Plaza Temple of Zeus South Theatre - Day 3
Amman
This afternoon focuses on Amman itself. Head up to the Citadel ruins on the hilltop, then check out the Roman Amphitheatre nearby. After that, wander through the vibrant downtown souks to get a feel for local life. Later, move over to West Amman where you'll find upscale restaurants, bars, and nice neighborhoods. Finish the day walking down Rainbow Street, which has good dining and shopping scattered throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Citadel ruins
- Visit to Roman Amphitheatre
- Souk exploration
- Walk through West Amman
- Rainbow Street exploration
Landmarks/POIs Citadel Roman Amphitheatre - Day 4
Mount Nebo - Shoubak - Petra
Drive to Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics, and see Byzantine-era mosaics including the famous mosaic map of Jerusalem at St George's Church. From there, head to Mount Nebo, an important biblical site where Moses looked out over the Holy Land. The Byzantine church complex there is worth exploring. Next comes Shoubak Castle, which sits dramatically on a rocky hilltop with spectacular desert views all around. You'll arrive in Petra by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Madaba and St George's Church
- Visit to Mount Nebo
- Visit to Shoubak Castle
Landmarks/POIs St George's Church Mount Nebo Shoubak Castle - Day 5
Petra and Wadi Rum
Take a guided tour through Petra, the UNESCO site that's really something. You'll enter through the narrow Siq gorge and see the iconic Treasury facade, then walk through the Roman Theatre, Street of Facades, and Royal Tombs. The afternoon is free to explore on your own, which means finding hidden passages, tombs, and palaces at your pace. Some people climb to the High Palace of Sacrifice for views, while others hike 800 steps to the Monastery. Later, drive to Wadi Rum for a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Bedouin style dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Petra
- 2-hour 4WD safari in Wadi Rum
Optional Activities
- Climb to the High Palace of Sacrifice
- Visit to the Monastery
Landmarks/POIs Petra The Treasury The Siq Roman Theatre Street of Facades Royal Tombs High Palace of Sacrifice The Monastery Wadi Rum - Day 6
Wadi Rum to Aqaba
After breakfast, get into a 4WD for a 2-hour safari through Wadi Rum's towering sandstone mountains and narrow canyons. Then drive to the beach resort of Aqaba. The afternoon is yours to do what you want, whether that's shopping or just relaxing by the Red Sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- 2-hour 4WD safari in Wadi Rum
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Aqaba
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks/POIs Wadi Rum - Day 7
Aqaba to Dead Sea
Keep things relaxed this morning in Aqaba. In the afternoon, you'll head to the Dead Sea resort, arriving in the evening to settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 8
Departure from Amman
Check out by noon and get transferred to Amman Airport for your onward flight.
