7-Day Private Jordan Tour: Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to walk several hours with uneven footing and tolerate day-long sightseeing
Overview
A seven‑day private loop from Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea that balances major sites with local nuance. Travel ancient Roman streets, float in the Dead Sea, and explore Nabataean Petra with time to breathe and discover.
7-Day Private Jordan Tour: Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea
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The minivan eases out of Queen Alia Airport as dawn tightens around Amman and the driver points out low, ochre hills that shelter the capital. Over the next seven days the country opens like a series of chapters: a Roman colonnade that still echoes with footsteps, mosaic floors that map ancient worldviews, a canyon that channels your pace down to the very stone, and a desert so wide the sky seems to press its palms flat against the earth.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Hydrate for long days
Carry 2–3 liters of water for day trips to Petra and Wadi Rum; water stations are sparse and sun exposure is high.
Sensible footwear
Wear sturdy shoes with good tread—Petra’s paths and the High Place of Sacrifice are uneven and can be slippery.
Float safely in the Dead Sea
Rinse off immediately after floating; avoid getting saltwater in your eyes or open cuts.
Carry small local currency
Have Jordanian dinar for market purchases, tips, and remote-site fees where cards aren’t accepted.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex spotted on Petra’s ridges
- Desert larks and occasional sand foxes in Wadi Rum
History
Jordan’s sites span eras: Nabataean Petra (6th century BCE onward), Roman Jerash, and Umayyad desert castles reflecting early Islamic court life.
Conservation
Tourism supports fragile sites and local communities—stick to marked paths in Petra, avoid removing artifacts, and support local guides and Bedouin camps.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Support and traction for Petra’s stone steps and desert walks.
Sun hat & sunscreen
Protects from intense sun during midday desert drives and canyon walks.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle (3L capacity)
Necessary for long, dry days where refill points are limited.
summer specific
Light insulating layer
Desert evenings and highland mornings can be cool, especially in spring and fall.
spring specific