A private, fully customizable 14-day loop through Jordan—Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and the Dead Sea—designed to combine archaeology, desert adventure and seaside relaxation with private transport and flexible pacing.
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You arrive into Amman at dusk, the capital’s sandstone blocks glowing in the last light while a driver meets you with a nameboard and a cold bottle of water. That first short transfer sets the tone: efficient logistics, private vehicles, and a pace that alternates between archaeological immersion and deliberate leisure. Over 14 days this itinerary hands you Jordan’s headline acts—Amman’s Citadel and Roman theatre, the Roman streets of Jerash, the mosaic maps of Madaba, the buoyant Dead Sea, two full days inside Petra’s gorge and facades, an overnight under the stars in Wadi Rum, and the Red Sea calm of Aqaba—while leaving room to customize the in-between.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
14 days
Fitness Level
Moderate—able to handle multi-hour walking days, stair climbs (Petra) and occasional uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
This route threads Nabataean Petra, Roman Decapolis cities such as Jerash, and medieval Ayyubid fortresses—each layer reflecting trade routes that crossed this corridor for millennia.
Conservation
Water scarcity and site wear are real concerns; travel providers encourage limited showering at desert camps, staying on marked paths in Petra, and supporting local Bedouin-run enterprises.
Reserve your spot on the Private 14-Day in Jordan: Petra & Highlights - Fully Customizable today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Buy a Jordan Pass before arrival
Purchase the Jordan Pass to cover entry fees for Petra and several sites; it also speeds up ticket lines at major attractions.
Bring sturdy shoes with good traction
Petra’s trails and the Monastery ascent include loose gravel and stone steps—supportive footwear reduces fatigue and ankle risk.
Respect water scarcity
Carry a refillable bottle but use hotel water sparingly; Ma’in and Dead Sea sites have limited freshwater for guests.
Plan heat-managed sightseeing
Schedule strenuous walks early morning or late afternoon—midday in Wadi Rum and Aqaba can be intensely hot.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Support and traction for Petra’s cobbled paths and the Monastery steps.
Sun protection (hat, SPF 50, sunglasses)
Desert sun is intense year-round; protect skin and eyes during midday excursions.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
For the Dead Sea, Ma’in Hot Springs and Red Sea beaches in Aqaba.
summer
Daypack with water bladder (1–2L)
Keeps essentials, camera, and water handy during long Petra or Wadi Rum outings.