Amman, Little Petra (Siq al-Barid), Madaba +5 more
Classic Jordan in 5 Days
The first-timer's Jordan, in the right order
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo +3 more
- Duration
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Start
- Queen Alia Airport or Amman
- Group
- Private
- Guide languages
- English, Arabic
Highlights
- Amman Citadel and Jerash
- Madaba Map and Mount Nebo on the King's Highway
- A full day in Petra with a licensed guide (optional add-on), then Little Petra
- Night in a Wadi Rum camp (optional add-on)
- Dead Sea resort (optional add-on)
About this experience
This itinerary shows you the country in the right order, with time to breathe. You begin in Amman with the Citadel and the Roman city of Jerash, then follow the King's Highway south past Madaba and Mount Nebo to Petra.
With two nights in Wadi Musa you have a full day in Petra – through the Siq to the Treasury, the Royal Tombs and the climb to the Monastery – and the next morning a visit to Little Petra. Wadi Rum follows – with a night under the stars when you add the camp – and the tour ends floating in the Dead Sea.
Day by day
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Day 1
Arrival – Amman – Jerash
Meet at the airport. City tour of Amman and afternoon in Jerash (if you arrive early), otherwise transfer to your hotel. Overnight Amman.
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Day 2
Madaba – Mount Nebo – Kerak – Petra
Along the King's Highway with stops at the mosaic map, Mount Nebo and Kerak Castle. Overnight Petra.
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Day 3
Petra
Full day through the Siq to the Treasury, Royal Tombs and the Monastery – with a licensed guide when you add the guide option. Optional Petra by Night. Overnight Petra.
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Day 4
Little Petra – Wadi Rum
Morning at Little Petra, then Wadi Rum for the sunset. Jeep tour, dinner and overnight in a desert camp when you add them under “Add to your booking”.
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Day 5
Wadi Rum – Dead Sea – Airport
Drive to the Dead Sea (about 4 h) for an afternoon by the sea (resort day use as an add-on), then transfer to the airport for evening flights, or add a night.
Times are a guide – on a private tour you can change the pace and the order.
Guides, jeep tours, camp nights and meals described above are included only when “What's included” lists them; otherwise you can add them under “Add to your booking”.
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What's included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver throughout
- Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Bottled water every day
- 24/7 local support on WhatsApp
What's not included
- Hotel nights – not included in the price; book your own, or ask us and we can suggest hotels on your route
- Wadi Rum camp night – standard or bubble tent with dinner and breakfast, under “Add to your booking”
- Wadi Rum 4×4 jeep tour – 2, 3 or 4 hours, under “Add to your booking”
- Entrance tickets – the Jordan Pass covers only the sites on its list; the Mount Nebo and Madaba Map church tickets are bought separately. Add tickets under “Add to your booking”.
- Licensed guide – add one under “Add to your booking”
- Meals – add lunch or dinner under “Add to your booking” (drinks not included)
- Optional activities (see “Add to your booking”)
- International flights and Jordan visa (the visa fee is waived for eligible visitors with the Jordan Pass if they stay at least 2 consecutive nights)
- Dead Sea day use – add the Grand East (4★), Crowne Plaza (5★) or Marriott (5★) with lunch buffet under “Add to your booking”; other resorts or the Tourist Beach are paid directly there
- Tips for driver and guides
- Travel insurance
What to bring
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- The Jordan Pass (printed or on your phone)
- Walking shoes, hat and sunscreen
- Warm layers for Wadi Rum nights
- Swimwear for the Dead Sea
Good to know
- Buy the Jordan Pass online before you travel: it covers Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash and more than 40 other sites, and, for eligible visitors, waives the tourist visa fee if you stay at least 2 consecutive nights (3 days).
- Hotels are not included: stay where you prefer, or ask us and we can suggest hotels from 3★ to 5★ on your route (the Wadi Rum camp is booked with your tent).
- Every package can be adjusted: add nights, add or skip a visit, or change the order. Send us a message after booking.
- Camp tents: choose a tent for 2 or for 3 people. For bigger groups the tents are added automatically – e.g. 5 guests with the tent for 3 = one tent for 3 and one tent for 2; with the tent for 2 or the bubble tent, one tent for every 2 guests.
Places you visit
Questions travellers ask
Is the price per person or per group?
Not per person: the price is for your private car with driver, for your group only – choose the vehicle that fits your group. Add-ons such as tickets, guides and meals are priced as shown next to each one, and the total updates live as you choose.
Can I change the pick-up time?
Yes. We suggest a time that avoids the heat and the crowds, and you can adjust it after booking by message or WhatsApp.
How do I pay?
Choose your payment method at checkout. You will receive an instant booking email, and our team confirms your driver (and guide, if you added one) within a few hours.
Can we spend time at a Dead Sea resort, and how much is a day pass?
Yes – several Dead Sea resorts welcome day visitors. Approximate published prices per person: Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea – about JOD 55 from Sunday to Thursday and JOD 65 on Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays (about JOD 110–130 for two). Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa – usually JOD 50–75 depending on the package; some packages include the pools and private beach, and the higher ones also a food and drink credit (about JOD 100–150 for two). Crowne Plaza Jordan Dead Sea Resort & Spa – usually JOD 40–50, depending on availability, the day of your visit and what is included (about JOD 80–100 for two).
Is there a more affordable way to swim in the Dead Sea?
Yes – the Dead Sea Tourist Beach (formerly known as Amman Tourist Beach). Current published prices for foreign visitors: JOD 10 per person for basic day entry, JOD 20 per person for the swimming package and JOD 30 per person for swimming with lunch. It is a good, economical choice for a short visit. If you prefer more privacy and comfort, hotel-standard facilities, swimming pools and a private beach, we recommend Mövenpick, Marriott or Crowne Plaza.
Is the resort or beach entry included in our booking?
Not in the programme price, but you can add it: a day use with lunch buffet and use of all facilities at the Grand East Hotel (4★, JOD 30 per person), the Crowne Plaza (5★, JOD 45) or the Marriott (5★, JOD 75) under “Add to your booking”, and we arrange it for you. A day pass at another resort, or the Tourist Beach, is paid by you directly there. The other prices above are general, approximate information that changes with the season, the hotel’s occupancy and your date – we are happy to re-confirm them before your visit.
Cancellation policy
Multi-day packages
- 14 days or more before arrival Free – full refund
- Less than 14 days to 7 days before arrival 30% of the package price
- Less than 7 days to 72 hours before arrival 60% of the package price
- Less than 72 hours before arrival 100% of the package price
