Jordan, From Amman to the Dead Sea

Jordanian Treasures Private Tour 5^*

On arrival, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative at Amman airport. They will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it and will assist you before you go through border police and customs to obtain your visa. You will then go down to collect your luggage. Once you have collected your luggage, they will take you to your driver who will take you to your hotel in Amman for the night. Depending on the time of arrival and the traffic in Amman, your journey will usually take between 45 minutes and an hour. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. The rest of the day is free.

Meals are at leisure.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Amman.

After breakfast, set off on a journey from the 2nd to the 12th century. You will start with a visit to Jerash. After a lunch break, you will head for Ajloun , where you will visit the impressive Fortress (Qalaat al Rabad), nestled at the top of a mountain. From the summit, enjoy a breathtaking view over the Jordan Valley. Before sunset, return to Amman to visit the Citadel, the Temple of Hercules, the Roman Theatre and take a stroll through the old town. Return to the hotel.

Meals are at leisure.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Amman.

After breakfast, head to the legendary Kings' Highway to travel to southern Jordan.

On the way, you will stop in Madaba to visit the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, made famous by its 6th-century Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land, and other biblical sites. Then you'll head to Mount Nebo, the known burial place of Moses, which offers a spectacular view of the Holy Land. Next, you will visit Kerak Castle, which offers an impressive glimpse of the architectural and military skills of the Crusaders. At the end of the day, you will arrive in Petra.

Dinner and overnight stay in Petra.

After breakfast, you'll head to the magnificent city of Petra. Explore its secrets and impressive canyons with your guide.

Meals and visits at your leisure.
Overnight stay in Petra.

After breakfast, head to the Wadi Rum desert and its mountainous landscapes for a desert getaway aboard a 4x4 in an almost unreal setting. Enjoy the colours and landscapes of this magnificent desert.

Soak up the authentic Bedouin atmosphere. On the agenda: campfire, stargazing and a traditional Jordanian meal. Experience a night in the desert in a simple, minimalist camp.

Dinner and overnight stay in a desert camp.

After breakfast, you'll head to northern Jordan along the Wadi Araba road towards the Dead Sea. This is not only the lowest point on the planet, located 400 metres below sea level, but it is also considered one of the most spiritual landscapes in the world, brimming with spectacular natural wonders. Then, stop at Wadi Bin Hammid for a canyoning experience in one of Jordan's most beautiful wadis.

Meals are at leisure.

Overnight stay at the Dead Sea.

After breakfast, you will spend this day at leisure at the Dead Sea to enjoy its magnificent scenery.

Meals at leisure.
Overnight stay at the Dead Sea.

After breakfast and depending on your flight schedule, transfer to the airport to catch your return flight.

Arrival day and welcome: you will be greeted and assisted by a local representative at Queen Alia Airport; they will wait for you with a sign bearing the local agency's name and will assist you before you pass through border control and customs to obtain your visa. You will then head downstairs to collect your luggage. The local representative may have to wait at customs to meet other travellers, but once you have collected your luggage, they will escort you to your driver, who will take you to your hotel in Amman for the night in a shared transfer with other passengers. Depending on the time of arrival and the traffic in Amman, the journey will usually take between 45 minutes and an hour.

Please be advised that the order of visits may be changed for logistical reasons.

As stated, the hotel has a 5-star rating, based on local standards. The services provided may not be equivalent to European 5-star standards.

Tipping: Tipping is an entirely personal gesture, the decision whether or not to tip, and how much, is your own choice based on your satisfaction with the services received and your personal budget. That said, tips for the services provided are part of the local culture, are often expected, and will be highly appreciated. Suggested amounts:
Tourist guides: US$3-8 per person per day
Driver: US$3-5 per person per day
Restaurants: 10% or leave change
Petra Horseback Riding: US$2-5 (we recommend that you do not ride horses for animal welfare and safety reasons, but the handlers may still expect a tip)

The currency used is the Jordanian Dinar: exchange offices and cash machines are available almost everywhere; your driver and/or guide can assist you with the process.

Optional tours: some additional options are available during visits and sightseeings and will be proposed by your guide. Prices are often in Jordanian dinar. These excursions are optional and are in no way compulsory.

PLEASE NOTE: for those booking the “hotel only” package (without international flights), please provide us with your flight details as soon as possible via the contact form located in the “Help & Contact” section at the bottom of the page, so that we can organise your transfers.

For British nationals, your passport must have an "expiry date" at least 6 months after the date you arrive. You will also require a visa.

Free visa (issued on site by a stamp at Amman Airport): The visa cannot be obtained in advance, all visa procedures will be completed on arrival at Amman Airport. In order for us to obtain this free visa for you through our local agency in Jordan, please send us your flight details and a copy of your passport as soon as your booking is confirmed (no later than 10 days before your arrival).

After this deadline, you will have to pay for a visa upon arrival at the airport in Jordan. This will cost 40 JOD (to be paid in Jordanian dinars).

To do so, use the form on the "Help & Contact" page of our website, under "Contact Us". For more information, see the "Good to know" section above.