Itinerary
- Day 1
Amman to Madaba
You'll land in Amman and pick up your rental car, then drive to Madaba about an hour south. This town serves as Jordan's Christian center, so your first stop is the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George to see the famous 6th-century Madaba Mosaic Map on the church floor. After checking into your hotel, grab dinner at the Carob House for authentic Jordanian food and hospitality.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Rental car pickup
- Drive to Madaba
Optional Activities
- Currency exchange at airport (dollars to Jordanian dinars)
- Visit Greek Orthodox Church of St. George
- View Madaba Mosaic Map
- Dinner at Carob House (authentic Jordanian restaurant in restored heritage home)
Landmarks Greek Orthodox Church of St. George Madaba Mosaic Map 
- Day 2
Madaba to Dana Nature Reserve
Head down to Bethany (Al-Maghtas) in the morning, the spiritual site where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. From there, it's a short drive to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth at about 1,410 feet below sea level. You'll float in the mineral-rich water and can cover yourself with the therapeutic mud. After that, drive to your accommodation near Dana Nature Reserve for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive to Bethany (Al-Maghtas)
- Drive to Dead Sea
- Drive to Dana Nature Reserve area
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Authentic Baptism Site of Jesus Christ with ancient baptismal pools, churches, and chapels
- Float in the Dead Sea mineral-rich waters
- Stop at Dead Sea view point for photographs
- Visit Black Mountains View for panoramic vistas
- Dip at Salt Beach for unique floating experience
Landmarks Bethany (Al-Maghtas) Dead Sea Salt Beach Black Mountains Dana Nature Reserve 
- Day 3
Petra
Dedicate the full day to Petra, the rose-red city carved into cliffs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the dramatic Siq gorge, and you'll come out at the iconic Treasury facade carved into the rock face. Spend hours wandering through royal tombs, ancient temples, and theaters scattered throughout the site, which holds over 2,000 years of history. End the day with dinner at Meat On Fire or another local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Petra entrance (included with Jordan Pass)
Optional Activities
- Collect Petra entrance ticket at Visitor Center
- Walk through the Siq gorge
- View The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
- Explore Royal Tombs
- Dinner at Meat On Fire Restaurant (smoked brisket and tender lamb)
Landmarks Petra The Siq The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) Royal Tombs 
- Day 4
Wadi Rum
Travel into Wadi Rum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site desert with massive rock formations and red sand. This is Bedouin homeland, so you'll experience authentic desert culture here. Consider arranging a jeep tour or camel ride if those interest you. Spend the night at a traditional Bedouin camp where you can sleep under the stars and the clear desert sky.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner provided at Bedouin camp)
Included Activities
- Entry to Wadi Rum Reserve (included with Jordan Pass)
Optional Activities
- Arrive at Wadi Rum Village
- Arrange guided afternoon jeep tour of the desert
- Arrange camel ride across the desert
- Visit Burdah Rock Bridge
- Explore Mars-like desert landscape
Landmarks Wadi Rum Wadi Rum Village Burdah Rock Bridge 
- Day 5
Wadi Rum to Amman
Leave the desert and drive back toward Amman, stopping in Al-Qatrana for a break and some refreshment. Once you reach Amman in the afternoon, walk around the capital's streets and check out some historical landmarks. The city has a lively atmosphere with plenty of local culture and heritage sites to discover around different neighborhoods.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive back to Amman
- Stop in Al-Qatrana
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Rainbow Street (trendy local area with shops and cafés)
- Visit Roman Theatre (ancient landmark carved into hillside)
- Explore Grand Husseini Mosque (oldest mosque of its kind in Amman)
- Visit King Abdullah I Mosque (important mosque with classic Islamic architecture)
Landmarks Al-Qatrana Rainbow Street Roman Theatre Grand Husseini Mosque King Abdullah I Mosque 
- Day 6
Amman
On your last day, spend the morning exploring more of Amman's cultural side. Visit Darat al Funun art center to see contemporary Arab art and get views over the city, then wander through the Gold Market to browse jewelry and pick up souvenirs. Head up to Amman Citadel for panoramic city views and ancient ruins before heading to the airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Darat al Funun (contemporary Arab art in historic setting)
- Browse Gold Market (Souk Al-Dhahab) for jewelry and souvenirs
- Explore Amman Citadel (Temple of Hercules and Umayyad Palace with panoramic views)
Landmarks Darat al Funun Gold Market (Souk Al-Dhahab) Amman Citadel Temple of Hercules Umayyad Palace
