A two-week trip featuring deserts, lost cities and crusader castles whilst staying in luxury hotels
Start your trip with three nights in Amman. Enjoy a tour of the city and the desert castles beyond to get a fabulous introduction to modern day Amman and its ancient history. Take a day trip out to the spectacular Roman site of Jerash and the crusader castle at Ajloun. Next, drive down to the Dead Sea for three nights relaxing in a luxury hotel. Along with plenty of free time, you will be taken for a short trip to Kerak, famous for its castle. From the Dead Sea, you will travel to Petra for two nights here. This is Jordan’s most famous site and for good reason. Enjoy a guided tour as well as a visit to Little Petra and. Continue on to Wadi Rum and enjoy two nights in the beautiful desert landscape. Explore on a private jeep tour with your guide and follow in the footsteps of T.E. Lawrence. Finish with three nights in Aqaba on the Red Sea. Enjoy pure relaxation here at your luxury beach resort. Make the most of the hotel’s private beach or head out on a diving or snorkelling trip to see the beautiful reef.
Trip Highlights
Explore the ancient Roman city of Jerash with its impressive theatres, temples and museum.
Visit Ajloun Castle, a 12th-century fortress with stunning views over the Jordan Valley.
Relax and rejuvenate at the Dead Sea with its unique salty waters and spa treatments.
Discover the iconic archaeological wonders of Petra, including the Treasury and Roman Theatre.
Experience a private jeep tour of Wadi Rum’s spectacular canyons and rock bridges.
Enjoy free time in Aqaba to unwind on a private beach, snorkel vibrant reefs and explore the charming town.
When to go
This itinerary can be done year-round, but spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Summers can be very hot, especially in the desert, while winters are cooler but still suitable for travel with some chill in the evenings.
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Our family had the most incredible time in Jordan – from exploring Petra to floating in the Dead Sea, every day was perfectly planned and unforgettable. The personalised touches made it feel truly special, and we can’t wait to return!
– Humboldt Client
Day by Day Itinerary
On arrival in Amman, your guide will collect you from the airport and take you to your hotel for the next three nights.
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This morning, your guide will take you on a tour of Amman, exploring its rich history as a Greco-Roman city, known for landmarks like the Roman Theatre, Citadel and museums. You'll also have time to visit the bustling souk and traditional shops before returning to your hotel.
Today you'll explore Jerash, a remarkably well-preserved Roman city featuring theatres, temples, colonnaded streets, and a museum with ancient artefacts. Then visit Ajloun Castle, a 12th-century fortress atop Mount ‘Auf offering stunning views of the Jordan Valley, before returning to Amman for the evening.
Today, you'll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to your next hotel by the Dead Sea for the next three nights.
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Today, your guide will collect you and take you to Petra, where you'll stay for the next two nights.
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Head out through a charming local village and visit the much small site of Little Petra. You will spend roughly an hour here as your guide shows you round the site. After the tour, you will continue your journey to Wadi Rum, where you'll stay for the next two nights.
Today you'll enjoy a private six-hour jeep tour exploring Wadi Rum’s stunning canyons and rock bridges, including the impressive 35-meter Burdah Rock Bridge and the scenic Um Frouth bridge. A picnic lunch is included, and the tour ends with a visit to the centrally located Little Bridge before returning to your camp.
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