7 Day 6 Night Discover Jordan Tour (CT-JHT-014)

Tour Overview

This classic journey through Jordan offers a rich combination of ancient history, biblical heritage, and spectacular landscapes. Starting in Amman, the tour explores the remarkable Roman cities of the north, travels along the historic King’s Highway, visits the Crusader stronghold of Karak, discovers the world-famous Petra, experiences the dramatic desert of Wadi Rum, and concludes at the sacred Baptism Site of Bethany Beyond the Jordan and the relaxing shores of the Dead Sea.
The itinerary is designed as a private, tailor-made tour, comfortably paced and ideal for first-time visitors.

Day 01: Queen Alia International Airport – Amman

Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative. As you are staying two or more consecutive nights in Jordan, you qualify for the free Jordanian visa, which will be arranged for you. You will then meet your driver and transfer approximately 30 minutes to your hotel in Amman for check-in and rest.

Optional activities may be arranged depending on your arrival time, such as an Amman City Tour, or the itinerary can be adjusted to allow an additional day in Petra.

Overnight in Amman
Meals: None

Day 02: Amman – Jerash – Ajloun – Umm Qais – Amman

After breakfast, your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby for departure north to Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities outside Italy and a former member of the Decapolis. Enjoy a guided visit including Hadrian’s Arch, the Hippodrome, the Oval Forum, the Colonnaded Street, the Nymphaeum, and the Temple of Artemis.

Continue through scenic pine forests and olive groves to Ajloun, where you will visit Ajloun Castle (Al-Rabid Castle), a 12th-century fortress built by one of Saladin’s lieutenants during the Crusader period. Proceed further north to Umm Qais, the ancient city of Gadara, offering stunning views over the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. Explore the ruins at your own pace before returning to Amman.

Overnight in Amman
Meals: Breakfast

Day 03: Amman – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Wadi Al Mujib Viewpoint – Karak – Dana Viewpoint – Petra

After breakfast, depart along the historic King’s Highway, a route used for centuries. Stop in Madaba, famous for its Byzantine mosaics, and visit the Church of St. George, home to the renowned 6th-century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land.

Continue to Mount Nebo, where Moses is believed to have viewed the Promised Land, with panoramic views extending toward the Dead Sea and Jerusalem on clear days. Proceed to the Wadi Al Mujib Viewpoint, often called the Grand Canyon of Jordan, before visiting the impressive Karak Castle, one of the region’s most important Crusader fortresses. A final stop at the Dana Viewpoint offers scenic vistas before continuing to Petra.

Overnight in Petra
Meals: Breakfast

Day 04: Petra Full-Day Visit – Petra

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided visit of Petra, the legendary Nabataean capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the dramatic Siq to reach the iconic Treasury, then explore the Street of Facades, Roman Theatre, Colonnaded Street, and Qasr Al-Bint during your guided tour.

The afternoon is free to explore further highlights such as the Byzantine Church, the Temple of the Winged Lions, or to climb to the Monastery (Ad-Deir) or the High Place of Sacrifice.

Overnight in Petra
Meals: Breakfast

Day 05: Petra – Little Petra – Wadi Rum

After breakfast, visit Little Petra, known for its Nabataean biclinia and triclinia (ancient dining halls) and rare preserved frescoes. Continue south to Wadi Rum, where you will experience a thrilling 4x4 Jeep Safari with a local Bedouin driver.

Explore iconic desert sites such as the Nabataean Temple, Lawrence’s Spring, sand dunes, Khazali Canyon, Um Frouth Rock Bridge, Lawrence’s House, and the Burdah Rock Bridge. A box lunch is included during the excursion. Optional camel riding is available.

Overnight in a desert camp in Wadi Rum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06: Wadi Rum – Bethany Beyond the Jordan – Dead Sea

Enjoy breakfast and sunrise in Wadi Rum, then transfer to Bethany Beyond the Jordan, the sacred site where Jesus Christ was baptized by John the Baptist in the River Jordan.

Continue to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. The afternoon is free to relax at your hotel, enjoy its facilities, and experience floating in the mineral-rich waters.

Overnight at the Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast

Day 07: Dead Sea – Queen Alia International Airport (Departure)

After breakfast, enjoy free time at the hotel before transferring approximately one hour to Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast