8-Day Private Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea – Customizable Itinerary
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 days
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking ability for 1–6 miles on uneven terrain; able to climb stairs and handle short hikes in desert and canyon settings
Overview
Eight days across Jordan from Amman to Aqaba—this private, customizable tour pairs Petra’s carved facades with Wadi Rum’s vast deserts and the surreal buoyancy of the Dead Sea. Expect active walking at ruins, comfortable transfers, and authentic Bedouin evenings under the stars.
8-Day Private Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea – Customizable Itinerary
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The morning light in the Jordanian highlands strips the city of Amman down to flat planes of limestone and concrete, and the private van hums as it pushes east toward Jerash. You feel the country wake up in stages — Roman columns catching the sun, mosaics in Madaba briefly glinting like coins, then the Dead Sea lying low and glassy between salt-crusted shores. Over eight days this route stitches together epochs: Nabataean rock-carving, Roman urbanism, Umayyad frescoes, and a living Bedouin desert culture that still navigates by stars.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Get the Jordan Pass before arrival
Buy the Jordan Pass online to cover visa and major-site admissions like Petra and skip multiple ticket lines; some ticket types include visa waiver when you arrive by plane.
Footwear for mixed terrain
Wear sturdy walking shoes with good traction—Petra and Jerash feature uneven stone, stairs, and loose sand in Wadi Rum.
Water and sun protection
Carry 2–3 liters of water daily, high-SPF sunscreen, and a wide-brim hat—desert sun and reflection at the Dead Sea amplify UV exposure.
Plan for variable temps
Desert nights get cold and daytime sun can be intense—pack a warm layer for evenings in Wadi Rum and lighter layers for daytime touring.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex commonly seen on sandstone escarpments
- Rüppell's fox and various migratory birds around the Dead Sea and Aqaba
History
Jordan’s landscape records successive civilizations—from Nabataean traders who engineered water systems in Petra, to Roman provincial planning in Jerash and early Islamic frescoes at Qusayr Amra.
Conservation
Tourism pressure affects fragile sites and coral reefs; avoid touching formations or corals, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow local guidance to minimize impact.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Grip and ankle support for uneven stone, stairs, and sandy tracks at Petra and Wadi Rum.
Sun protection kit (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
High SPF and physical protection for long outdoor exposure, especially at the Dead Sea and in Wadi Rum.
summer specific
Insulating layer or light down jacket
Night temperatures in the desert can drop sharply even after warm days.
winter specific
Reusable water bottle with filter or large-capacity bladder
Reduces plastic use and ensures access to clean water on long drives and hikes.
summer specific