🇯🇴 JORDAN 7 DAYS

Jordan is a fascinating Middle Eastern country known for its rich history, stunning nature, and friendly people. Called the "Jewel of the Middle East," it attracts history lovers, adventure fans, and those who want a special natural experience.

Jordan is one of the most stable countries in the Middle East. Without much oil or water, the country relies heavily on foreign aid and investment from the US, EU, and Gulf countries to support its budget and development. Jordan shelters many refugees, especially from Syria, which strains its resources like water and infrastructure but also brings international help.

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Tips:

• Travel Guides: Lonely Planet Jordan and Rough Guide to Jordan.

• "Fast Track" services at Queen Alia International Airport make airport procedures quicker and simpler.

• Visa required – Most tourists can get a single-entry visa on arrival or apply for an E-Visa before traveling..

• Travel Adapters: Type C and Type G most common.

Day 1

• Arrive at Queen Alia Int’l Airport. Depending on your arrival time, you will either stay overnight in Amman or drive to the Dead Sea. The drive to the Dead Sea is 90 minutes.

• On the way to the Dead Sea, make a short stop at Mt. Nebo, a key holy site in Jordan. It is believed to be where Moses climbed from the Valley of Moab, saw the Promised Land, and was buried. The site has ruins from the 4th to 6th centuries, with beautiful mosaics still visible in the church area..

  • Try lunch at the Haret Jdoudna Restaurant. It is a culinary landmark in Jordan and is extremely popular.

• Continue to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the surface of the earth for a swim in its warm, salty waters. Free evening at leisure.

• Overnight: Dead Sea resorts (2 nights) Suggested: Kempinski Hotel Ishtar, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea.

• Driving: Amman —> Dead Sea, 90 minutes, 85 km

Day 2

• Embrace into the “Dead Sea Experience”.

• This is the main highlight of your day. Most visitors reach the shore through a resort day pass.

  • Float Easily: The Dead Sea is much saltier than the ocean, so you can float without trying. Just step in and lie back—you’ll float instantly.

  • Tip: Avoid getting water in your eyes or any cuts, as the salt will sting. Float for only 10–15 minutes to avoid dehydration and irritation.

• Try a Mineral Mud Bath: After floating, cover your body (except face and eyes) with the dark, mineral-rich mud often in large tubs at the beach or resort. Let it dry in the sun for 15–20 minutes until it hardens, then rinse off in the sea and shower with fresh water. This natural treatment is good for your skin.

• Relax by the Pools: After the salty Dead Sea experience, cool off in the resort’s fresh-water pools.

• Overnight: Dead Sea resort.

Day 3

• Start your drive to Wadi Rum at sunrise. The trip takes 4 to 5 hours through quiet, open desert. You’ll watch the land change from green valleys to dry desert. Arrive at Wadi Rum Visitor Center by early afternoon.

• Camel Ride for 1 hour. The pace is slow, the guide walks usually besides you. It’s a great photo op and experience !

• What to pack: Bring a jacket or warm sweater because nights in Wadi Rum can be cold all year. Also, wear boots or sandals for walking on sand. Note that camps don’t sell alcohol, but you can bring your own.

• Overnight: Bedouin Luxury Tents. You get the look and feel of Bedouin culture.
  —We suggest: Memories Aicha Camp.

• Driving time: Dead Sea —> Wadi Rum, 4 hrs

DAY 4

• Enjoy a 4x4 Bedouin Jeep Tour inside the Wadi, covering its main highlights.

• Bedouins are the local Arab tribes who have lived in the desert for centuries.

• A local Bedouin takes you off-road through the sand. You will drive between stops to climb natural rock bridges, run down red sand dunes, and view ancient rock carvings.

  • The Vibe: Scenic, bumpy, and dusty, usually ending with tea brewed over a fire.

• Transfer to Petra. In the evening, enjoy the magic of Petra by night.

  • Petra at night is a unique event where more than 1,000 candles light up the ancient city, accompanied by traditional music and cultural shows. It happens in the evenings on certain days, usually Sunday to Thursday.

• Overnight: Petra (night 1 of 2)

• Driving time: Wadi Rum —> Petra,

DAY 5

Explore Petra: Built 2,000 years ago by the Nabateans, Petra is known for its big buildings and colorful rocks. It feels like an ancient adventure park.

What you need to know visiting Petra:

1. You don't just walk up to Petra; you have to journey into it.

2. Petra is Massive (A Full City) Most photos show only the Treasury (the Indiana Jones building), but that's just the entrance. Behind it lies a sprawling ancient city with a Roman-style theater, royal tombs, streets, and temples. Because the buildings are carved into the cliffs rather than built on top of them, it feels otherworldly. Walking around, you will see local Bedouins riding donkeys and camels, which adds to the "ancient explorer" vibe.

• The Siq: You begin at the Visitor Center and walk through a narrow, twisting canyon with
  tall rock walls on each side. It’s cool and shaded, creating excitement. At the end, the canyon opens up,
  revealing the huge, bright Treasury.

• Here are the walking distances (one -way) and times for each section of Petra.

• 🏛️Entrance (Visitor Center) to The Treasury

  • Distance: ~2 km (1.2 miles)

  • Walking Time: 30 – 45 minutes

  • Terrain: Downhill gently on gravel/paved path.

  • Details: This walk includes the "Bab al Siq" (the open valley) and the Siq itself. It is an easy, downhill walk on the way in, but a gradual uphill walk on the way out.

  🏛️The Siq (The Canyon)

  • Distance: ~1.2 km (0.75 miles)

  • Walking Time: 20 – 30 minutes

  • Terrain: Flat, paved/stone, shaded.

  • Details: The Siq is the path to the Treasury (included in the time above). You reach the Siq about 15 minutes after leaving the Visitor Center. It ends with a clear view of the Treasury.

  🏛️The Treasury to The Monastery (Ad Deir)

  • Total Distance: ~4 km (2.5 miles)

  • Total Walking Time: 1.5 – 2 hours, a more challenging hike.

  • Terrain: Flat sand/gravel for the first half; steep stone stairs for the second half.

3. The Colors are Unreal. It's called the "Rose City" because the rocks change color throughout the day—from pink to red, orange, and purple. 🌅 Sunrise and sunset are the best times for photos

4. You Can Hike to the Top. If you're in good shape, climb the 800 steps to The Monastery. It's bigger than the Treasury, less crowded, and high in the mountains with great desert views.

Bonus Tip: In the evening, enjoy a cooking class and dinner at Petra Kitchen to relax.

• <Map of Petra> <Comparsion between the Treasury and the Monastery>

Day 6

• Drive to Amman via the desert highway. Its the fastest road. (3hr)

• Explore the impressive Amman Roman Theatre, one of the city’s most iconic ancient landmarks. Enjoy some free time wandering the bustling old downtown, where you can shop, taste local snacks, and soak in everyday Jordanian life.

• Continue to the hilltop Citadel, home to the Umayyad Palace and breathtaking city views.

• Visit the Archaeological and Folklore Museums to discover Jordan’s rich history and cultural traditions.

• Dinner at the Fakhreddin Restaurant.

• Overnight: Amman

Day 7

• Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for your flight home or to another Middle East destination.