6 Days in Jordan - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: From Jordan With Love: Amman, Dead Sea, Petra & Wadi Rum

Perfect for first-time visitors, this Jordan highlights tour is an excellent introduction to Jordan's history, culture, landscapes, and cuisine. You'll taste the national dish at a local restaurant in Amman, visit Greco-Roman ruins and a Crusader castle in the north, float in the Dead Sea, marvel at ancient mosaics in Madaba, tour the Nabataean city of Petra, partake in a Bedouin-style barbecue, and spend a night under the stars in the Wadi Rum desert. 

On arrival in Amman, your driver will transfer you to your hotel to freshen up before you head out to a Jordanian meal of mansaf (the national dish made with lamb and rice). In the morning, you'll head north to Jerash for a tour of the well-preserved Greco-Roman ruins. Then, your driver will take you to Ajloun Castle, where you can climb to the top of the Crusader fortress for sweeping views over the forested countryside. Following this, you'll journey to the Dead Sea for a soak in the mineral-rich waters before making your way to Mount Nebo to take in the same view it's said that Moses had of the Promised Land.

Your driver will take you along the winding King's Highway on Day 3, making a stop to stretch your legs with a wander around the Kerak Castle ruins en route to Petra. After a good night's rest, your guide will lead you to Petra's rock-cut temples and tombs, sharing the history of this Nabataean city. Then, you're off to Wadi Rum for a Bedouin-style barbecue and an evening under the stars. Finally, once back in Amman, you'll wrap up your trip with a guided tour of historic sites, including Citadel Hill, which offers panoramic city views and Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad ruins. Learn more

Itinerary #2: History & Heritage Tour of Jordan: Amman, Azraq & Madaba

Travelers with an interest in Christian history will appreciate this history and heritage itinerary. Highlights include a tour to some of Amman's mosques and markets, a wander around the well-preserved Greco-Roman ruins in Jerash, a nature walk and lunch with a Druze family in Azraq, a tour of the Eastern Desert castles, a deep dive into mosaics and Christian heritage in Mount Nebo and Madaba, and a visit to the Al-Maghtas baptism site. 

Get acquainted with Jordan's capital city of Amman on a guided tour that includes time for souvenir shopping in the downtown souk (market) and a visit to the King Abdullah I Mosque to marvel at its iconic blue mosaic dome. Then, your driver will whisk you to the Azraq Wetland Reserve for a nature walk and the chance to spot foxes, raptors, and other wildlife. After a quiet night at a local lodge, you'll take a bike tour around the reserve and refuel with lunch at a local Druze family's home. Afterward, following the Desert Castles Loop, you'll stop to see the preserved frescoes inside Quseir 'Amra.

Your journey continues on Day 5 to Mount Nebo, where you can check out the Byzantine mosaics depicting biblical scenes, landscapes, and wildlife at the Memorial Church of Moses. Then, you'll move on to the city of Madaba to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land, the remnants of which are still embedded in the floor of St. George's Greek Orthodox Church. On your final day, embark on a private tour of Al-Maghtas, the site along the eastern bank of the Jordan River, believed to be the place where John the Baptist baptized Jesus Christ before returning to Amman for departure. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Cultural & Culinary Tour of Northern Jordan

This culinary and cultural adventure is perfect for foodies and those who prefer to get off the beaten path and connect with local people and traditions. You'll join a street art tour in Amman, forage for edible plants with an expert in Umm Qais, try your hand at Arabic calligraphy in Ajloun, make jam on a farm near As-Salt, meet and observe artisans at the Iraq al-Amir Women's Cooperative, sample locally made beer at Jordan's first craft brewery, and prepare a Jordanian feast in a cooking lesson at Beit Sitti.

Dive into Jordan's arts scene with a street art tour on arrival in Amman. In the morning, your driver will chauffeur you to Pella for a guided tour of the archaeological site, where you'll find the ruins of Roman baths and Byzantine temples tucked into the countryside. Following this, you'll continue north to Umm Qais, where you'll forage for almonds or other edible plants with a local expert. The next day, you'll make your way to the Ajloun Forest Reserve for a hike through the pistachio trees (in the spring, you'll also find wildflowers!). Then, you'll stop by the Ajloun Soap House, where local women create olive oil soap.

Craft a personal keepsake in an Arabic calligraphy workshop on Day 4 before hopping back in the car for your transfer to As-Salt. Here, you'll make jameed (dried yogurt) and homemade jam using seasonal ingredients. The following day, you'll visit the Iraq al-Amir Women's Cooperative to witness local women showcasing their skills in paper making, pottery, and handloom weaving. Celebrate your Jordan journey with a tour and tasting at Carakale Brewery, followed by a cooking class at the women-run Beit Sitti, where you'll prepare (and eat!) hummus and other Jordanian dishes before your departure. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Trekking Adventures in Jordan's Valleys & Deserts

Experience Jordan's diverse landscapes on this outdoor adventure itinerary. Ideal for active travelers, this tour includes rappelling in the waterfalls of Wadi Bin Hammad, hiking and wildlife spotting in the Dana Biosphere Reserve, free time to trek the trails of Petra on your own, a Bedouin-led walk and camel ride in Wadi Rum, a dip in the Dead Sea, and some swimming and scrambling on a guided excursion in Wadi Mujib.

After touching down in Amman, your driver will take you to Wadi Numeira for a hike through the sandstone canyon. Then, you'll head to Wadi Bin Hammad to rappel down waterfalls before hopping back in the car and transferring to the Dana Biosphere Reserve. In the morning, you'll set off on a 10-mile (16 km) hike through sandstone gorges along the Wadi Dana Trail (keep an eye out for ibex and other wildlife!). Next, you'll overnight at a hotel in Wadi Musa, then trek from Al Beida to Petra's back entrance to see the cliff-carved Monastery and enjoy free time to explore independently. 

Day 4 sees you to Wadi Rum, where a Bedouin guide will lead you on a hike and camel ride across the desert dunes. In the evening, you'll eat dinner around the campfire before retiring to your Bedouin tent for a peaceful sleep in the desert. Wake early and follow your guide to a viewpoint to take in a desert sunrise, then bid farewell to your Bedouin hosts and depart for the Dead Sea. Here, you can soak in the mineral-rich waters and take a swim in the hotel pool. On your final day, you'll hike, climb, and splash your way through the cool waters of Wadi Mujib, a refreshing end to your Jordan adventure. Learn more

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