6-Day Private Jordan Highlights Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Itinerary
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 days
Fitness Level
Moderately fit: able to walk several miles on uneven terrain (Petra) and handle long transfer drives.
Overview
A private, six-day circuit through Jordan that pairs Petra’s rose-red architecture with the silence of Wadi Rum and the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea. This customizable itinerary blends history, landscapes and comfortable logistics for an efficient introduction to the Kingdom.
6-Day Private Jordan Highlights Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Itinerary
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You step off the shuttle into Amman’s warm dusk and the driver waves a small placard with your name. That first evening tastes of strong coffee and cardamom; the city sprawls up ochre hills and past illuminated minarets. Over six days the country unfolds like a layered map: Roman theaters in Amman, a mosaic city in Madaba, the biblical promontory of Mount Nebo, the rose-red canyons of Petra, the lunar silence of Wadi Rum and finally the impossibly buoyant Dead Sea.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Get the Jordan Pass
Purchase the Jordan Pass before arrival—many archaeological sites are included and it can save time and money at Petra and other entries.
Start early in Petra
Enter at first light to avoid crowds and midday heat; the Siq is cooler and photography is cleaner in the morning light.
Hydrate and salt-smart
Carry a 1–2L refillable water bottle each day; in summer drink more frequently than you think and bring electrolyte replacement.
Respect local customs
Wear modest clothing in towns and religious sites; men and women should cover shoulders and knees to be comfortable and respectful.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert larks and Sinai rosefinches in Wadi Rum
- Ibex sightings in Petra’s higher canyons (occasional)
History
Jordan sits at a crossroads of civilizations—Romans, Nabataeans and early Christians all left durable marks, from Amman’s Roman Theatre to Petra’s rock-cut city.
Conservation
Tour operators increasingly support local conservation efforts and community tourism; travelers are encouraged to minimize waste, respect archaeological sites and use licensed guides.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Closed-toe, grippy shoes for cobbled paths, sandstone steps and desert rock.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Strong desert sun demands SPF, a wide-brim hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.
summer specific
Refillable water bottle with filter
Keeps you hydrated during long site visits and reduces plastic waste.
Light windproof layer
Desert evenings and higher-altitude mornings can be chilly—pack a thin jacket.
winter specific