Best of Jordan

Arrive at Amman airport and transfer through the heart of Jordan to the Amman West Hotel or similar

Enjoy the stunning views of the desert as you drive to your accommodation with no interruption from other people. 

Accommodation: Amman West Hotel or similar. 

After your first breakfast in Jordan, you will have a short drive to the city of Jerash, known as the city of 1000 pillars which was founded by Alexander the Great. 

Upon arrival to Jerash, you will be able to wander its historic streets and soak up this well-preserved, historic setting that was once a jewel in the Roman Empire. The Ajloun castle was used to control traffic along the road connecting Damascus and Egypt in ancient times. 

Lunch will be provided in the home of a Christian Jordanian family, where you can learn more about how the different local cultures now co-exist together. The afternoon will see you head back to Amman to visit the Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Amman Citadel also provides a great view with its raised position and backdrop of the city, an ideal place to take in the atmosphere and history of Jordan. It's said that the site reads as a great 'who's-who' of ancient figures due to the number of historic occupations of Amman. 

In the evening you will have a chance to wander the city under the unspoilt starry sky this desert-surrounded city offers. The choice is yours to explore the markets, find fine local dining or return to the hotel and unwind. 

Accommodation: Amman West Hotel or similar.

Today we leave Amman behind and make our way to Dana Nature Reserve. Here you’ll enjoy an easy 2-hour eco walk and meet a representative of the local Dana Co-operative who will tell us about their sustainable tourism project. 

Dana offers a vast diversity of landscapes: wooden highlands, rocky slopes, dunes, stony desert and rare flora and fauna. Cross paths and exchange warm greetings with locals tending their goats. 

In the evening there is local folklore entertainment at the Little Petra Hotel where you will stay the night. This unique experience is made all the more intimate with the surrounding caves being beautifully lit when the sun goes down. A truly magical experience for everyone. 

Accommodation: Little Petra Hotel.

Start the day with a visit to one of the 7 New Wonders of the World, Petra. Enjoy a guided tour of this iconic landmark, uncover its history, and discover why it’s one of the greatest sights in the Middle East.

Petra Guided Tour: The ancient sandstone city of Petra was built by the Nabataens, an industrious Arab people who settled there over 2000 years ago. Their presence turned this desert land into an important junction for the silk and spice route that linked the East with the West.

A UNESCO World Heritage site, you’ll appreciate its vastness and journey back in time as you walk the Treasury, the Royal Tombs, Churches, and Temples in one of the oldest cities in the world. 

In the evening you will be transferred back to your hotel to relax and unwind after a day of unforgettable spectacles.  

Accommodation: Little Petra Hotel

Full day at Wadi Rum, also known as the "Valley of the Moon". 

Spend the morning on an exhilarating two-hour jeep safari. Discover unexplored canyons where ancient Thamudic inscriptions and drawings can be seen carved into the rocks and rewarded with breath-taking views of the extraordinary landscape. 

The afternoon is yours to soak in the magical atmosphere. Dinner at the camp is followed by a magical star-gazing experience and a demonstration of how to build traditional tents. 

Accommodation: Wadi Rum Desert Adventure Camp or similar. Each tent has a private bathroom, twin or king-size bed, private balcony, and sunset view from your pillow. 

Enjoy a second day exploring the Wadi Rum Desert where you will have the opportunity to get out and see the ancient Inscriptions on the valley walls. A great opportunity for any keen photographers to capture the unique landscape in their way. 

You will also have a chance to meet a local family, offering a unique insight into their traditional way of life and culture. A traditionally made Coffee will also be available as you learn more about the land and the people. 

The afternoon will be free for you to rest or continue to explore the Wadi Rum at your leisure. In the evening you will be brought back to the camp where you will have dinner and have the chance to gaze at the clear night sky once again. 

Accommodation: Wadi Rum Desert Adventure Camp or similar. Each tent has a private bathroom, twin or king-size bed, private balcony, and sunset view from your pillow. 

The final day of your adventure will take you to the Dead Sea which has an extensive spiritual and historical legacy. Its surface and shores are 430 meters below sea level, making it the lowest point on Earth. 

It is believed to be the site of five biblical cities, including Sodom and Gomorrah. Plus, it has a peculiar, oxygen-enriched atmosphere and mineral-rich sea salt water - which makes you float when swimming. Not to mention the mineral-rich mud with restorative properties.

Relax and unwind as you take in this truly unique setting. 

In the evening you will head to your final hotel and have Dinner at the Dead Sea Spa resort or to a similar hotel. There, you will have dinner and have a chance to celebrate the final evening of your Jordan adventure.

Accommodation: Dead Sea Spa resort or similar. 

Today is departure day from Jordan to head home, though if your flight home isn't until the evening you could stop by the Healing Ma'In Hot Springs. You can simply pay at the entrance to the local hotel where you can spend hours soaking up the healing water.