See Jordan’s essentials in two days: Petra’s rock-cut streets, a Bedouin night in Wadi Rum, the canyon views of Wadi Mujib, a quick look at Aqaba, and a float in the Dead Sea. This compact private tour blends history, desert driving and coastal contrast—best for travelers comfortable with long days and uneven ground.
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You arrive at Petra through the Siq as the canyon light sharpens the carved facades; the air carries sand and a faint scent of diesel from the road that linked caravans centuries ago. Over the next 48 hours you move between landscapes that change like pages: the Nabatean red stone of Petra, the flat, wind-swept salt flats of the Dead Sea, the sculpted granite and sandstone towers of Wadi Rum, and the sudden coastal blue of Aqaba.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 10–12 hours per day)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to walk several hours on uneven terrain, climb steps, and manage short hikes in heat.
Wildlife
History
Petra was the capital of the Nabatean kingdom and a key caravan center; Wadi Rum has been inhabited and traversed by Bedouin tribes for millennia and later used in Lawrence of Arabia narratives.
Conservation
The Dead Sea is shrinking due to upstream water diversion; in desert zones stick to established tracks, minimize water use, and avoid removing geological or archaeological material.
Reserve your spot on the 2-Day Tour to Petra, Wadi Rum, Wadi Mujib, Aqaba, and Dead Sea today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate early and often
Carry at least 1.5–2L of water per person per day and use refill stations when available—heat and walking in Petra dehydrate quickly.
Wear sturdy shoes
Petra and Wadi Rum have uneven stone, loose sand, and steps—supportive hiking shoes or trail sneakers reduce fatigue and risk of slips.
Protect skin and eyes
High UV, reflected light off salt and sand, plus long sun exposure make sunscreen, a wide-brim hat, and sunglasses necessary.
Plan for desert nights
Temperatures can drop sharply after sunset in Wadi Rum—bring a warm layer and a compact sleeping liner even if camp bedding is provided.
Sturdy walking shoes
Comfortable shoes with grip handle uneven rock, sand and long walking in Petra and Wadi Rum.
Reusable water bottle with filter or bottles
Keeps you hydrated during long drives and hikes; water is limited in desert stretches.
all
Sun protection (hat, SPF 30+, sunglasses)
Protects from intense UV across exposed desert and salt-flat environments.
summer
Warm mid-layer or fleece
Desert nights can be cold—bring a warm layer for the Bedouin camp at Wadi Rum.
winter