8-Day Jordan History Private Tour: Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 days
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness: comfortable walking for 2–4 hours on some days, able to manage uneven terrain and stairs.
Overview
Drive from Amman through Roman ruins, Byzantine mosaics, the rose-red Siq of Petra, and the orange dunes of Wadi Rum on this private eight‑day loop. Expect cultural depth, desert nights, and a buoyant end at the Dead Sea.
8-Day Jordan History Private Tour: Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea
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The van eases out of Amman's morning traffic and the city folds away into scrubby hills and olive groves. By midday the highway gives way to wide, ochre valleys and castles that look as if they were chiseled from the same stone as the landscape. This eight‑day private loop stitches together Jordan's essentials—Greco‑Roman ruins, Umayyad desert castles, the rose-red canyon of Petra, and a night beneath Wadi Rum's lunar cliffs—so the places feel like chapters in a single, readable story.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Sun protection is non-negotiable
Jordan's sun is strong year-round—bring a wide-brim hat, sunscreen SPF 30+, and sunglasses for long drives and exposed ruins.
Bring closed-toe shoes for Petra
The siq and rock-cut paths have uneven steps and loose gravel—sturdy walking shoes make long visits more comfortable.
Dead Sea caution
Float, don't dive—salt stings if it gets in your eyes and cuts; rinse off thoroughly afterward to protect skin and hotel surfaces.
Cash for tips and small purchases
Small vendors, local guides, and camp staff often prefer cash; keep small denominations of Jordanian dinar.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex in desert rocky areas
- Sinai agama lizards on sun-baked rocks
History
Jordan stitches together Nabatean, Roman, Byzantine and Islamic layers—from Petra’s Nabatean city to Byzantine mosaics in Madaba and Umayyad desert castles.
Conservation
The Dead Sea continues to recede and water scarcity is a concern; stick to marked paths, limit plastic use, and support local guides and community-run sites.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Support and traction for Petra's rocky paths and steps.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protects against intense desert sun during daytime site visits.
summer specific
Light layering jacket
Desert nights and early mornings can be cool, especially in Wadi Rum.
spring specific
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
For Dead Sea floating and Aqaba's Red Sea beaches.
summer specific