2-Day Private Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea

Walk the Siq to Petra's Treasury, sleep under stars in Wadi Rum, then float in the Dead Sea: all in two days from Amman.

A private 2-day tour from Amman visits Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea with hotel pickup and drop-off, an overnight stay at a Bedouin camp, private vehicle transport, meals, and an English-speaking driver. Admission to each site is not included and must be purchased separately (the Jordan Pass covers all three). The itinerary balances ancient history, desert landscape, and natural wonder across two full days without a fixed group schedule.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Petra and Wadi Rum Desert Exploration

• Depart from Amman to Petra
• Explore Petra highlights and walk through the Siq
• Visit the Treasury, Monastery, and Altar of Sacrifice
• Travel to Wadi Rum desert
• Overnight at Bedouin camp under the stars

Day 2: Wadi Rum Safari and Dead Sea Experience

• Explore Wadi Rum desert landscape
• Travel to the Dead Sea
• Float and relax in the Dead Sea
• Return to Amman

The experience

The route leaves Amman heading south 225 kilometers to Petra, the rose-colored Nabataean city carved into rock over two millennia ago. You walk through the Siq, the dramatic canyon approach, to reach the Treasury, then continue to the Monastery and the Altar of Sacrifice. The afternoon carries you into Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon, where towering red and gold cliffs rise from desert floor. You stay overnight at a traditional Bedouin camp, eating dinner and sleeping under the stars.

Day two begins with a two-hour Jeep tour through Wadi Rum's surreal landscape before heading north to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. The hypersaline water holds you effortlessly afloat. The mineral-rich mud is available to apply. You have free time to float and relax before the drive back to your Amman hotel. The entire journey runs in a private vehicle with air conditioning, an English-speaking driver, bottled water, and breakfast included both mornings.

The tour operates as a fully private experience (no fixed group, no rigid schedule), which means the pace and stops flex to your interests. Petra's optional hikes to the Monastery and beyond depend on your fitness and time. Wadi Rum's Jeep route and Bedouin camp visit are set. Admission fees to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea are not covered and must be purchased on arrival. Many travelers buy the Jordan Pass beforehand to cover all three sites at once.

What’s included

• Private vehicle transport with air conditioning and English-speaking driver.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from Amman.
• one night at a Bedouin-style camp (tent type varies by option).
• breakfast and dinner.
• bottled water and WiFi on board.
• two-hour Jeep tour in Wadi Rum.

Options for this experience

4 options

Private Transfer Only9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Travel by private sedan or minivan, chosen according to the number of travelers, with pickup included.

Classic desert tent, private, 3★9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Stay overnight in a comfortable 3★ Deluxe Desert Tent with proper bedding, traditional Bedouin hospitality and a private bathroom. Travel by private sedan or minivan, depending on group size, with pickup included.

5★ bubble tent in a private tour9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00One night in a Luxury Camp in a Martian Bubble Tent with a private bathroom and AC, plus a 2-hour jeep tour and a Zarb dinner. Zarb is a unique underground cooking method in which meat and vegetables are slow-cooked in a sealed pit beneath the sand. Travel by van or sedan, with pickup included.

Deluxe 4★ tent, private tour9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Enjoy a fully private journey and sleep under the stars in a 4★ Panoramic Deluxe Bedouin tent with a private bathroom. Travel by private sedan or minivan, depending on group size, with pickup included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 40

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcome

Operated by Petra Private Tours – Local Guide

Is this one for you?Book this if you want one continuous private journey through all three sites with an overnight desert camp. You'll have unhurried time exploring Petra's monuments and Wadi Rum's landscape rather than rushing between day trips.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is Petra from Amman, and how long does the drive take?

Petra lies about 225 kilometers south of Amman. The drive from Amman to Petra takes most of the first day, leaving time to explore the Treasury and other highlights before heading to Wadi Rum in the afternoon.

What exactly happens during the Wadi Rum portion?

Wadi Rum includes a two-hour Jeep tour through the desert landscape on day two, visiting Bedouin camps and viewing the towering red cliffs and rock formations. You spend the night at a traditional Bedouin camp on day one, with dinner provided and sleeping under the stars.

Do I need to buy admission tickets separately, or are they included?

Admission to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea is not included and must be purchased separately. Many travelers buy the Jordan Pass before arrival, which covers entry to all three sites and often saves money compared to individual tickets.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to arrange myself?

The tour includes private vehicle transport with an English-speaking driver, hotel pickup and drop-off from Amman, one night at a Bedouin camp, breakfast and dinner, bottled water, and WiFi on board. You arrange and pay for all site admissions, gratuities, and any special event fees (such as New Year's Eve celebrations at camps or hotels).

Can I choose a different type of tent or accommodation at the Bedouin camp?

Yes. The tour offers four options at checkout: Private Transfer Only (no overnight stay), Private Tour with a 3-star classic desert tent, Private Tour with a 4-star deluxe tent, or Private Tour with a 5-star bubble tent. Each option includes the same route and meals. The accommodation type is your choice.

Is this tour physically demanding?

The operator recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Petra includes walking through the Siq and exploring ancient sites. Optional hikes to the Monastery require more stamina. Wadi Rum's Jeep tour is less strenuous, and floating in the Dead Sea requires no fitness level.