8-Day Jordan Highlights: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Private Tour
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 days (full‑day activities most days)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required: comfortable walking on uneven surfaces, stairs and occasional sand dunes.
Overview
Trace Jordan’s layered past on an eight-day private tour that pairs Roman ruins and Byzantine mosaics with the carved façades of Petra, the spacious silence of Wadi Rum and a restorative float in the Dead Sea. This itinerary balances guided history with practical logistics—hotels, private transport and a desert camp stay.
8-Day Jordan Highlights: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Private Tour
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Arrive in Amman and the city meets you with a dry, sun-baked exhale: narrow streets press upward, minarets puncture the skyline, and the Citadel perches like a long-lived neighbor watching over seven hills. Over eight days, this private itinerary moves from Roman colonnades to carved sandstone cities, from pine‑dotted hills in the north to a desert that refuses to be tamed.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Hydrate for long days
Carry at least 2–3 liters of water per person for full‑day visits like Petra and Wadi Rum; refill at hotel taps or vendors when possible.
Sun protection matters
Bring a wide‑brim hat, high‑SPF sunscreen and sunglasses—shade is scarce in Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea area.
Footwear for uneven terrain
Wear broken‑in hiking shoes with traction for Petra’s steps and rocky Wadi Rum tracks.
Dead Sea skin care
Avoid shaving before floating; rinse salt off with fresh water and moisturize to prevent irritation.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Rock hyrax in Petra’s cliffs
- Desert fox tracks and occasional ibex sightings in Wadi Rum
History
Jordan’s sites span Neolithic settlements, Nabataean engineering in Petra, Roman urban planning in Jerash and Crusader architecture at Karak, reflecting continuous occupation and trade routes.
Conservation
Wadi Rum is a protected reserve balancing tourism and Bedouin livelihoods; visitors should stay on marked routes and minimize single‑use plastics to limit impact.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Protects ankles and soles on cobbled streets, rocky trails, and desert sand.
Daypack with hydration
Carries water, sunscreen, snacks and extra layers during full‑day site visits.
High‑SPF sunscreen & lip balm
Prevents sunburn during long exposures in desert and open archaeological sites.
summer specific
Light insulating layer
Nights—especially in the desert—can be surprisingly cool, so pack a fleece or light jacket.
winter specific