Jordan hiking tour with Petra and Wadi Rum

Ahlen Wa Sahlan, welcome to Jordan. Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, our English-speaking airport team will greet you at passport control and assist with immigration and visa formalities before introducing you to your private driver.

You will then be transferred to your hotel in Amman, where you can settle in and ease into your Jordan hiking tour. If you arrive in the morning, you may choose to begin your journey with a relaxed guided exploration of the city, discovering its lively streets, local cafés, and everyday rhythm.

Start your day with a guided walking exploration of Amman, discovering its hillside neighborhoods, white limestone architecture, and sweeping views from the Citadel. Wander on foot through layers of history as you visit the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace, and the Roman Theatre, then continue through the lively streets of West Al Balad and Rainbow Street, where cafés, galleries, and local life unfold around you.

Continue your journey north to Ajloun village, where the pace shifts from city walking to nature-based exploration. Visit Ajloun Castle, a remarkable 12th-century Islamic fortress set high above the Jordan Valley, and take in the surrounding landscapes that mark the beginning of your hiking experience, with forested hills and scenic trails stretching across the region.

After breakfast, set out from Ajloun for a rewarding hike along the Orjan Village Trail, one of the best places to visit in Jordan for those seeking a blend of nature and culture. Walk through wooded valleys and lush orchards filled with figs, pomegranates, apples, and apricots, passing old water mills, dramatic rock formations, and quiet rural landscapes. Pause to rest by a spring shaded by poplar trees, taking in the peaceful surroundings.

Along the way, enjoy a traditional home-style meal in the village, offering a genuine taste of local life.

Continue to Jerash, one of the best preserved Roman cities in the world, where you will explore its colonnaded streets, grand plazas, and ancient theaters on foot before returning to Amman in the late afternoon.

After breakfast, continue your Jordan hiking tour with a journey to Madaba, where you will visit the Basilica of St. George, home to a remarkable 6th-century mosaic map crafted from more than two million colored stones, depicting the hills, valleys, and towns of the Holy Land.

Travel onward to Mount Nebo and stand at the viewpoint where Moses is said to have gazed toward the Promised Land, taking in sweeping panoramas across the Jordan Valley.

Later, arrive at Dana Biosphere Reserve, where your experience shifts fully into nature. Meet welcoming locals before setting out on a gentle hike toward Dana Village, walking through dramatic landscapes and discovering the untouched beauty and authentic character that make this region one of Jordan’s most rewarding hiking destinations.

After breakfast, continue your journey toward Petra, the legendary Rose Red City and the greatest treasure of the Nabataeans. Once a thriving trading hub, Petra connected the ancient worlds of Arabia, Egypt, Syria, and beyond, leaving behind a landscape carved into towering sandstone cliffs.

On arrival, begin your exploration with a horseback ride to the entrance of the Siq, then continue on foot through this dramatic, narrow canyon as it gradually reveals Petra’s iconic Treasury.

From here, explore the heart of the ancient city, walking between its most remarkable sites, including the Roman Theater, Royal Tombs, the ancient Court, Qasr Al Bint, and the Church, each step uncovering new layers of Petra’s history and grandeur.

After breakfast, continue your Jordan itinerary as you travel toward Wadi Rum, the legendary Valley of the Moon. Upon arrival, set out on a jeep journey across its vast red desert, visiting landmarks such as the Nabataean Temple, Lawrence Spring, the Red Sand Dune, and Khazali Canyon, known for its ancient inscriptions, before stopping at the graceful Little Bridge.

Enhance your experience with an optional camel ride, then continue with a three-hour guided hike through Wadi Rum’s dramatic landscapes. Walking alongside your local guide, you will gain a deeper connection to the desert’s culture, geology, and timeless silence.

In the evening, share a traditional Zarb dinner around a Bedouin campfire, followed by an unforgettable stargazing experience beneath Wadi Rum’s crystal clear night sky.

Leave the vast desert of Wadi Rum behind as you travel toward the legendary Dead Sea, where landscapes have remained unchanged since ancient times.

Arrive at the shores of the Dead Sea and experience its remarkably mineral-rich waters, floating effortlessly as the landscape stretches around you. Cover yourself in restorative mud, relax by the water, and take time to fully unwind.

Enjoy a fresh and flavorful lunch before choosing an optional spa treatment or massage, embracing the region’s renowned wellness traditions. Later, continue your journey toward the historic town of Madaba.

Goodbye Jordan. Enjoy a relaxed morning, taking in your final views and reflecting on the highlights of your Jordan hiking tour.

At the appropriate time, your private driver will transfer you comfortably to Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight. As your journey comes to an end, you leave with lasting memories of desert trails, ancient landscapes, and warm local hospitality, along with the inspiration for your next authentic adventure.