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Jordan: Roman Streets to Reefs

Discover ancient cities, a warm desert welcome and time by the Red Sea.

  1. 1Amman
  2. 2Jerash
  3. 3Madaba
  4. 4Mount Nebo
  5. 5Wadi Musa
  6. 6Wadi Rum
  7. 7Aqaba
  8. 8Dead Sea

From, per person~US$1,800

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Best Mar to May and Sep to Nov

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Walk along Roman streets, see traditional mosaics and explore Jordan’s desert, with time to enjoy each place. Stay two nights each in Amman, Wadi Musa and Aqaba, with relaxed meals and time by the water between drives.

Length
8 nights
Route
Amman, Jerash, Madaba…
Best time
Mar to May and Sep to Nov
Ideal for
Travellers who want history and time by the sea

Why you'll love it

  1. Explore Jerash with a private guide
  2. See Madaba’s mosaics and visit Mount Nebo
  3. Spend a full day exploring Petra
  4. Desert drive with a Bedouin guide and camp dinner
  5. Small-group snorkelling boat trip on the Red Sea
  6. A final night beside the Dead Sea

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Amman

    Meet your driver at Queen Alia airport and head to your hotel. Keep the evening free for dinner and rest.

    • Stay: 4–5 star hotel in Jabal Amman or Abdali
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 45–60 minutes

  2. Day 2

    Jerash and Amman Food

    Explore Jerash’s column-lined streets and theatres with a private guide, then return to Amman. Rest in the afternoon before a guided food walk downtown. Try falafel, hummus and local sweets along the way.

    • Stay: 4–5 star hotel in Jabal Amman or Abdali
    • Getting there: Private car, about 2.5–3 hours of return driving, depending on traffic

  3. Day 3

    Madaba and Mount Nebo

    Stop in Madaba to see its traditional mosaic art, then visit Mount Nebo. After lunch, drive south on the Desert Highway to Wadi Musa. Keep the evening free.

    • Stay: 4–5 star hotel near Petra’s visitor centre
    • Getting there: Private car, about 4.5–5 hours of driving; allow 7–8 hours including visits and lunch

  4. Day 4

    Explore Petra Your Way

    Start early with a private guide and walk through the Siq to the Treasury and the ancient city beyond. Agree on a comfortable walking distance with your guide. Return to the hotel for a quiet late afternoon.

    • Stay: 4–5 star hotel near Petra’s visitor centre
    • Getting there: Short hotel transfer if needed; explore Petra on foot

  5. Day 5

    Desert Drives and Tea

    Take your time over breakfast, then drive to Wadi Rum. Explore in a private 4×4 with a Bedouin guide, stopping for short walks and tea. Return to camp for dinner.

    • Stay: Premium tent in Wadi Rum with a private bathroom
    • Getting there: Private car, about 2 hours; transfer to camp and a 3-hour private 4×4 trip

  6. Day 6

    Head to the Red Sea

    Enjoy a slow morning and leave camp after breakfast. Reach Aqaba around lunchtime. Spend the afternoon at your resort’s beach and pool.

    • Stay: 5-star beachfront resort in Aqaba or Tala Bay
    • Getting there: Transfer from camp and private car, about 1.5–2 hours in total

  7. Day 7

    Boat Trip and Snorkelling

    Join a small-group boat trip with snorkelling equipment and lunch included. Snorkelling stops depend on sea conditions. Return to your resort for a free afternoon.

    • Stay: 5-star beachfront resort in Aqaba or Tala Bay
    • Getting there: Private transfers to and from the marina, about 15–40 minutes each way; boat trip about 4 hours

  8. Day 8

    Drive to the Dead Sea

    Travel north after breakfast, stopping for lunch along the way. Check into your resort and spend the rest of the afternoon at the beach or pool, or try a short Dead Sea float.

    • Stay: 5-star beachfront resort at the Dead Sea
    • Getting there: Private car, about 3.5–4.5 hours, plus breaks

  9. Day 9

    Breakfast and Departure

    Enjoy a final breakfast before your airport transfer. Your pickup is planned around your flight so you reach the airport three hours before departure.

    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 1–1.5 hours

Where you'll stay

  1. 2 nights · days 1 to 24–5 star hotel in Jabal Amman or Abdali
  2. 2 nights · days 3 to 44–5 star hotel near Petra’s visitor centre
  3. 1 night · day 5Premium tent in Wadi Rum with a private bathroom
  4. 2 nights · days 6 to 75-star beachfront resort in Aqaba or Tala Bay
  5. 1 night · day 85-star beachfront resort at the Dead Sea

When to go

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Aprgood time to go
  5. Maygood time to go
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sepgood time to go
  10. Octgood time to go
  11. Novgood time to go
  12. Dec

Best from Mar to May and Sep to Nov. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Eight nights in the stays described, with two people sharing a room
  • Daily breakfast and dinner at the Wadi Rum camp
  • Private road and airport transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private local guides at Jerash and Petra
  • Entry fees for the sites listed
  • Guided Amman food walk with tastings
  • Private Wadi Rum 4×4 trip and protected-area entry
  • Small-group snorkelling boat trip with equipment and lunch
  • Hotel taxes and local service charges

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals other than those listed
  • Diving, spa treatments, drinks and tips
  • Indian Tax Collected at Source (TCS), if applicable

Good to know

  • The starting price is an estimate per person, with two people sharing a room, excluding flights. Spring and autumn holiday dates can cost more.
  • Request vegetarian or Jain meals in advance. Confirm any strict food requirements with each host.
  • Driving times exclude sightseeing unless stated. Check the entry requirements for Indian passport holders before booking.

Before you go to Jordan

Capital:
Amman
Language:
Arabic
Currency:
JOD

Questions

How many days is the Jordan: Roman Streets to Reefs trip?

8 nights and 9 days: Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Musa, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Dead Sea.

How much does it cost?

From ₹1,69,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Mar to May and Sep to Nov.

What is included?

Eight nights in the stays described, with two people sharing a room, Daily breakfast and dinner at the Wadi Rum camp, Private road and airport transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, Private local guides at Jerash and Petra, Entry fees for the sites listed, Guided Amman food walk with tastings, Private Wadi Rum 4×4 trip and protected-area entry, Small-group snorkelling boat trip with equipment and lunch, Hotel taxes and local service charges.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa fees, Travel insurance, Meals other than those listed, Diving, spa treatments, drinks and tips, Indian Tax Collected at Source (TCS), if applicable.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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