Three-Day Jordan Highlights: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea & Madaba Adventure
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Light-to-moderate fitness recommended—able to walk 3–6 miles across uneven ground on day two inside Petra and stand for brief hikes in Wadi Rum.
Overview
A private, three-day circuit through Jordan’s headline sights—Madaba, the Dead Sea, Petra, and Wadi Rum—designed for travelers who want history, raw desert landscapes, and efficient logistics. Expect guided walks in Petra, a Bedouin jeep safari in Wadi Rum, and a restorative float at the Dead Sea.
Three-Day Jordan Highlights: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea & Madaba Adventure
Select participants and date
You step out of the car and the air changes—warm, dry, and a little fierce—like a place that has been practicing restraint for millennia. On day one the road from Amman rolls past olive terraces and scrub hills toward Madaba, where mosaic floors still catch the light and map the ancient world underfoot. By sunset you are floating in the Dead Sea, the water gently holding you as if the earth itself has decided it will not let go.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Get the Jordan Pass before you go
The Jordan Pass includes entry to Petra and waives the visa fee if you buy it before arrival—buy it online and carry a digital copy.
Timing for Petra
Visit the Siq and Treasury at first light or late afternoon to avoid crowds and harsh midday light for photographs.
Hydration and sun protection
Desert sun is strong even in shoulder seasons—carry 2–3L of water, SPF 30+ sunscreen, and a wide-brim hat for daytime desert drives and Petra walks.
Pack for mixed terrain
Sturdy walking shoes with good grip make Petra’s uneven cobbles and Wadi Rum’s camp approaches far more comfortable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert fox (Vulpes rueppelli) in Wadi Rum
- Sinai/Nubian ibex on rocky escarpments
History
The Nabataean kingdom carved Petra into sandstone two millennia ago; Madaba’s mosaic map dates to the 6th century and records the region’s early Christian heritage.
Conservation
Water scarcity and fragile desert ecosystems make responsible travel essential—use supplied water sparingly, avoid collecting geological or archaeological fragments, and support Bedouin-run camps and guides.
Select participants and date
Adventure Hotspots in Amman
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Support and grip for Petra’s cobbled alleys and short rocky climbs.
Sun hat & sunscreen
Protects against intense sun during daytime visits and desert stops.
summer specific
Lightweight layers
Desert nights can drop in temperature; layers manage large diurnal swings.
fall specific
Jordan Pass & passport
Required for Petra entry and faster border/entrance processing.