Welcome to Jordan! Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport and drive to your hotel. The transfer can take 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your arrival time and traffic.

The rest of the day is yours to explore how you wish. 

After a hearty breakfast, depart from the hotel and begin your tour of the old city of Amman, exploring the Citadel and the Roman Theatre, two of the most commonly visited archaeological sites. Drive north of Jordan to Jerash, the best example of a Roman provincial city in the entire Middle East. Visit the spectacular Forum, the Roman colonnaded street, the Nymphaeum, and the Artemis Temple.

Then, head to a small town in Jerash called Souf, where you'll spend a few hours in the company of the local women of Khayraf Beit Souf. Bait Khayrat Souf is a unique place that combines the elements of nature and allows visitors to experience some of the natural and tasty pleasures of Jordan. It is the historical and cultural heritage of the Batarseh family. The goal of Bait Khayrat Souf is to create a platform for local women to financially support themselves through opportunities for economic development in the heart of Souf.

The drive from Amman to Jerash takes around 1 hour.
The drive from Souf to Amman takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.

You'll have an early morning breakfast, and then transfer to Dana to start today's hike. During the hike, you'll pass through one of the most dramatic and diverse landscapes in the entire region. You'll hike the Shaq Al Reesh trail after passing through a stunning Siq near Al-Barrah. Located amidst stunning natural scenery, Shaq Al Reesh offers a hiking experience unlike any other. Its winding trails, vibrant plant life, and panoramic views invite both adventure seekers and nature lovers to discover its hidden wonders.

Whether you're a seasoned hiker craving a new challenge or a leisurely wanderer in search of a memorable outdoor adventure, Shaq Al Reesh guarantees an unforgettable experience in the wild. The hike is rated moderate, approximately 7.45 miles/12 km (5+ hours) but can be shortened depending on your preferences.

After a great day of hiking with your guide, drive to Little Petra for a good night's rest. 

Transfer time from Amman to Dana: approximately 2:45 hours
Transfer time from Dana to Petra: approximately 1 hour.

After breakfast, it's time to start today's hike. By entering Petra through the back entrance, you'll be able to avoid the majority of tourists. Good tracks go pleasantly down Wadi Ghurab amidst sandstone mountains guarding the approaches to Petra. This way follows a Nabataean route out of the valley, skirting around the final mountain on a natural rock terrace that has been improved for the safety of walkers. Even so, it still narrows slightly before reaching a hidden plateau high above the impressive chasm of Wadi Siyyagh. Your guide will take breaks with you as you learn about the region and it's significance. 

Just beyond, carved into the cliff face, the monastery suddenly comes into view, where there is a Bedouin café for refreshments if you would like to sit back and relish the sites. Nabataean steps then lead down into ancient Petra, through which the route goes before exiting past the treasury and through the famous "Petra Siq" to the shops, cafés, and hotels of Wadi Musa.

Hiking Distance: 8.69 miles/14 km to 9.94 miles/16 km, Ascent 496m, Descent 519m
Hiking Duration: 4-6 hours (depending on the time spent inside the site of Petra).

After breakfast, depart from Petra and head to the impressive desert of Wadi Rum. When you arrive, start your adventure with a camel ride out into the magical mountainous desert. You'll then meet your Bedouin hosts and start a jeep safari exploring this World Heritage site, traveling around Wadi Rum’s valleys, canyons, dunes, and desert.

Discover rock inscriptions, majestic views of mountains, landscapes, and narrow gorges. You'll be able to hike, scramble, and explore the area at your own pace at each stop. Then, you'll return to the camp to enjoy the hospitality of the Bedouins and enjoy and incredible night sky in Wadi Rum.

Driving Distance: Petra to Wadi Rum is approximately 2 hours

Find moments of peace this morning in the desert before continuing to Aqaba. Once there, visit the Bernice Beach Club with full use of the pools and beach access for the day. You can also snorkel from the beach (additional costs apply).

This afternoon is yours to explore or relax as you wish. 

Driving Distance: Wadi Rum to Aqaba takes about 1.5 hours.

After breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the Dead Sea where it's time to float in the salty water, relax by the pool, and enjoy the sunshine and views while trying out the invigorating mud bath to cleanse the skin, and experience the various treatments in the spa (booked and paid for on-site).

You'll stay overnight at the Holiday Inn Resort in the Dead Sea before your departure tomorrow.

The drive from Aqaba to the Dead Sea is around 3 hours, 30 minutes, or 4 hours.

After breakfast, you'll be picked up from the hotel in the Dead Sea and transferred to the airport in Amman to catch your flight. Alternatively, talk to your Trip Planner about extending your stay! 

The drive from Dead Sea to the airport in Amman is approximately 1 hour. (60 km)