5-Day Private Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Itinerary
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days (approx. 5 full days)
Fitness Level
Moderate—able to walk 3–6 miles over uneven surfaces and climb stairs; not technical but requires stamina for day-long sightseeing.
Overview
A private, fully customizable five-day loop through Jordan’s essentials—Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea—blending ancient ruins, desert silence and buoyant saltwater. Practical pacing and private transport make it ideal for first-time visitors who want history and landscape without the logistics headache.
5-Day Private Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Itinerary
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You arrive at Queen Alia as the sky over Amman brightens; the driver—already waiting with a name sign—slides a chilled bottle of water across the console and points to the hills where the city tumbles toward the desert. Over five days the landscape will change from limestone-clad capital to pancake-flat salt pans, and finally to the honey-colored slot of Petra’s Siq. Each place moves at its own pace: Jerash’s colonnades still speak in the crisp, measured voice of Rome; Wadi Rum exhales silence in giant dunes that dare you to listen.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring the Jordan Pass
Obtain a Jordan Pass before arrival to cover entry fees for Petra and other sites and avoid long ticket lines.
Start early at Petra and Jerash
Beat heat and crowds—plan to enter Petra at first light and Jerash soon after opening for cooler temperatures and better photos.
Hydrate and carry snacks
Desert drives and archaeological sites have limited services; carry at least 2 liters of water per person and energy snacks for long walking sections.
Dress for mixed settings
Pack light layers that cover shoulders and knees for cultural respect and sun protection, plus a wind layer for evening desert chills.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex in rocky outcrops around Petra
- Desert foxes and larks in Wadi Rum’s dunes
History
Petra was the Nabataeans’ capital and a regional trading hub; Jerash flourished under Rome, preserving colonnades and theaters that mirror imperial urban planning.
Conservation
Respect fragile desert crusts and archaeological sites—stay on marked paths, take all litter with you, and choose locally owned camps to support sustainable Bedouin livelihoods.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Grip and ankle support for Petra’s uneven stone steps and Wadi Rum’s sandier tracks.
Reusable water bottle with filter
Keeps you hydrated on long site visits; refill from provided water in vehicles or hotels.
summer specific
Sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
Protects against strong sun in the Dead Sea and desert stretches.
summer specific
Light insulating layer
Desert nights and high viewpoints can turn chilly after sunset, especially in winter.
winter specific