Jordan in Four Days: Private Tour to Jerash, Dead Sea, Petra & Wadi Rum
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
You should be comfortable walking 2–4 miles in a day on uneven surfaces and able to handle short climbs and stairs; long drives are part of the itinerary.
Overview
A compact, private four‑day loop through Jordan’s highlights: explore Roman Jerash, float in the Dead Sea, walk Petra’s Siq to the Treasury, and ride a Bedouin jeep through Wadi Rum. Expect dramatic geology, intimate local encounters, and comfortable logistics tailored to your pace.
Jordan in Four Days: Private Tour to Jerash, Dead Sea, Petra & Wadi Rum
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You step off the plane and the air already feels different—dry, sun-warmed and full of the faint smell of thyme from roadside scrub. Your driver is waiting with a sign; the engine hums and the city slips behind you as the road unfurls north to Jerash. In the courtyards of this Greco‑Roman city, columns stand like weathered rowers frozen mid‑stroke, and the Oval Plaza opens under a sky that keeps its colors long after sunset.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring the Jordan Pass
Buy the Jordan Pass before travel—it covers entry to Petra and many sites, reducing lines and paperwork on arrival.
Hydrate for the terrain
Carry at least 2 liters of water daily—summer desert heat and walking at Petra can dehydrate you quickly.
Footwear matters
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes with good grip for Petra’s cobbles and Wadi Rum’s uneven tracks.
Dress respectfully
Pack lightweight, modest clothing (shoulders and knees covered) for cultural sites and to stay comfortable in sun and wind.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex (in rocky highlands)
- Desert lark and other passerines around Wadi Rum
History
Jerash preserves Roman urbanism applied east of Damascus; Petra was the Nabataeans' capital and a hub of ancient caravan trade routes.
Conservation
Wadi Rum and Petra face visitor‑pressure concerns—stick to marked paths, avoid climbing fragile façades, and reduce single‑use plastics to limit impact.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides traction and protection on Petra’s cobbles and rocky desert terrain.
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, SPF 50)
Crucial for long exposures at the Dead Sea and in Wadi Rum where shade is rare.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle with filter
Keeps you hydrated and reduces plastic waste; refill at hotels and stops.
Light insulating layer
Desert mornings and nights can be cool—bring a fleece or windbreaker.
spring specific