A comprehensive eight-day loop through Jordan that pairs Petra’s carved canyons, Jerash’s Roman streets and Wadi Rum’s desert panoramas with coastal options at Aqaba. Expect long drives, early starts and a mix of hotel nights and a desert camp.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Morning light spills over Amman’s limestone terraces as travelers gather for the first transfer — the city hums, vendors call, and a sense of forward motion takes hold. Over eight days, the route threads Roman colonnades, Nabatean facades and a desert that seems to rearrange itself with every passing hour: Petra’s rose-pink cliffs opening like a stage curtain, Wadi Rum’s winds shaping sandstone ribs, and the Dead Sea lying heavy and buoyant below a low, metallic sky.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to walk several hours over uneven terrain and manage multiple day transfers
Wildlife
History
The route crosses centuries: Greco-Roman Jerash, Byzantine Madaba mosaics and the Nabatean capital of Petra are major historical layers, plus Crusader and Ottoman-period sites along the Kings’ Way.
Conservation
Visitors should stick to marked trails in Petra and Wadi Rum to protect fragile sandstone formations; support local guides and community-run camps to promote sustainable tourism and local livelihoods.
Reserve your spot on the All Around Jordan in 8 days today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early at Petra
Arrive at the Siq before mid-morning to avoid crowds and the hottest sun; many highlights are exposed stone with little shade.
Bring cash for small purchases
Local markets, Bedouin camps and some site vendors accept only cash — carry Jordanian dinars for tips and incidentals.
Pace your water intake
Desert days are deceptive; drink small amounts frequently and refill when you can — dehydration sneaks up on you.
Wear sturdy, closed shoes
Terrain ranges from city cobbles to sandy tracks and carved steps; supportive footwear reduces slips and sore feet.
Sturdy walking shoes
Support and traction for cobbled streets, carved steps and sandy surfaces.
Reusable water bottle with filter or large capacity
Ensures adequate hydration between refill points in desert and urban stretches.
Sun protection (hat, high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses)
The sun is intense across the Jordanian plateau and coastal areas; protect exposed skin and eyes.
summer
Light layers and a windshell
Temperatures swing between hot days and cool nights, especially in desert camps.
spring