Jordan in Five Days: Private Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea & Jerash Discovery Tour
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for multiple days of walking (4–8 km on some days), short climbs and uneven terrain; comfortable pace provided by private transport.
Overview
From Roman colonnades to red desert canyons and the buoyant surface of the Dead Sea, this private five-day Jordan tour stitches the country’s highlights into a carefully paced route. Expect early starts at Petra, a Bedouin jeep safari in Wadi Rum, and the convenience of a dedicated driver and customizable itinerary.
Jordan in Five Days: Private Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea & Jerash Discovery Tour
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You step off the plane into a warm, citrus-scented air and a driver is already waiting with a hand-lettered sign. The first day in Amman feels like a soft introduction — a city of ochre hills, low-slung buildings and rooftop cafés where mint tea steams against a pale sky. Over the next five days that same palette—red sand, rose sandstone, and mineral-white coastlines—will shape the rhythm of your trip: the colonnades of Jerash daring you to imagine chariot races; the Siq at Petra narrowing until the Treasury blooms into view; Wadi Rum pushing your sense of scale with towers of rock; the Dead Sea holding you afloat beneath an inverted sun.
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Adventure Tips
Buy the Jordan Pass in advance
The Jordan Pass covers entry to Petra and many sites and speeds up checkpoint processes—buy it before arrival to save time and money.
Visit Petra early or late
Enter the Siq before 8am or after 4pm to avoid the heat and peak crowds; the light on the Treasury is best early morning and late afternoon.
Hydrate and protect from sun
Carry 2–3 liters of water daily, use high-SPF sunscreen, and wear a wide-brim hat—desert sun is deceptively strong even in shoulder seasons.
Float safely in the Dead Sea
Avoid shaving before floating, keep water out of eyes, and rinse off thoroughly after—Dead Sea salt can irritate cuts and fabrics.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex in the higher wadis
- Desert larks and Sinai wheatears in Wadi Rum
History
Jordan is a crossroads of empires—Nabataean Petra adapted ancient water-harvesting techniques while Roman Jerash preserved city planning that once connected the region to the Mediterranean world.
Conservation
Sites like Petra and Wadi Rum are protected, but increased visitation stresses fragile sandstone and desert ecosystems—stick to marked paths, avoid climbing fragile façades and support local guides.
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Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Grippy soles and ankle support help on sandstone steps, rocky tracks, and desert sand.
Reusable water bottle (2–3L capacity)
Staying hydrated is critical in Jordan’s dry climate—bring a large-bore bottle or bladder.
summer specific
Sun protection (hat + SPF 30+)
High-elevation sun and desert reflections make sunscreen and a wide-brim hat indispensable.
Light travel layers and scarf
Mornings can be cool and evenings in Wadi Rum can be chilly; a scarf helps with dust and sun as well.
spring specific