10-Day Jordan and Jerusalem Private Tour — Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum & Jerusalem Highlights
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average fitness: expect several 1–3 hour walking sessions across uneven archaeological sites and short desert hikes.
Overview
Move from Amman’s hilltop neighborhoods to the floating waters of the Dead Sea, the carved city of Petra, the scarlet dunes of Wadi Rum and the layered sanctity of Jerusalem on a private 10-day circuit. This tour blends archaeology, desert nights and practical logistics for travelers who want depth without the hassle.
10-Day Jordan and Jerusalem Private Tour — Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum & Jerusalem Highlights
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The first morning you step out of Queen Alia Airport the light feels different — sharper, thinner, a clarity born of centuries of stone and sky. Your driver folds you into an air-conditioned minivan and the city of Amman slides past: concrete hills, a scattering of minarets, and cafés where men sip thick coffee while the scent of cardamom hangs in the air. Over ten days this private tour moves like a practiced narrative, switching chapters from Byzantine mosaics in Madaba to the impossible buoyancy of the Dead Sea, from the rose-red facades of Petra to the wide, lunar plains of Wadi Rum, and finally into the living, breathing layers of Jerusalem’s Old City.
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Adventure Tips
Border documents
Carry valid passports, visas, and entry/exit cards for Jordan and Israel/Palestine; border processing can be time-consuming so keep paperwork accessible.
Sun and flotation safety
At the Dead Sea stay hydrated, limit sun exposure during peak hours, and avoid shaving before floating to prevent irritation from the saline water.
Footwear for ruins
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes with good grip for cobbled streets, Petra’s stair sections, and uneven desert terrain.
Pace your Petra visit
Arrive early at Petra to avoid midday crowds and heat; walking from the Siq to the Treasury and beyond can easily add up to 5–6 km round trip depending on how far you go.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex in arid highlands
- desert foxes and lizards in Wadi Rum
History
The route threads Roman, Byzantine, Nabataean and Islamic layers — Petra was a Nabataean trading hub (1st century BCE–2nd century CE) and Jerusalem’s Old City contains sites sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Conservation
Jordan has protected areas like the Dana Biosphere Reserve; respect marked trails, avoid collecting artifacts, and use hotel and local recycling options when possible.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Protects ankles and provides traction on cobbles, sand and rocky trails.
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, SPF 50+)
Essential for Dead Sea and Wadi Rum exposure during daytime.
summer specific
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
For floating in the Dead Sea and swimming/snorkeling in Aqaba.
summer specific
Travel document organizer
Keeps passports, visas, and copies handy for border crossings and hotel check-ins.