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

Petra's Treasury sits quieter in early morning, and a licensed local guide knows exactly when.

A private 3-day tour of Jordan's top sites (Petra, Wadi Rum, Mount Nebo, and the Dead Sea) with a professional English-speaking driver, flexible stops, and two nights' accommodation (one in Petra, one in a Bedouin camp). The itinerary is tailored to your pace, and the timing at Petra is planned to avoid the midday crowds at the Treasury.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Kings Highway Tour and Little Petra

• Visit Dana Nature Reserve
• Explore Shobak Castle
• Tour Little Petra archaeological site

Day 2: Petra and Wadi Rum Desert

• Explore Petra until mid-afternoon
• Travel to Wadi Rum Protected Area
• Enjoy Bedouin Zarb Dinner under stars

Day 3: Wadi Rum Safari and Dead Sea

• Take two-hour Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
• Drive north past Gulf of Aqaba
• Float in Dead Sea waters

The experience

The tour opens on the Kings Highway, moving through Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Dana Nature Reserve: Jordan's largest protected area, spanning over 300 square kilometers of sandstone cliffs, canyons, and lush valleys. You'll see Shobak Castle, a Crusader fortress on a hilltop, and Little Petra (Al-Beidha), a smaller Nabataean site a few kilometers north of the main ruins, where carved facades and the Painted House (one of the few surviving examples of Nabataean interior frescoes) sit without the crowds.

Day two is the main Petra visit, starting early and running until around 3 PM. You walk the Siq to the Treasury, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and New Wonder, with time to explore on your own rhythm. That evening you move to Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon, where red sandstone mountains and vast desert plains dominate the landscape. You stay overnight in a traditional Bedouin camp under the stars.

On day three, a two-hour 4x4 Jeep tour takes you deeper into Wadi Rum's canyons and natural arches. Then you head north toward the Dead Sea, passing the Gulf of Aqaba (winter visits skip this stop due to short daylight). You float in the mineral-rich waters before returning to Amman. The private air-conditioned vehicle stays with you throughout. The driver handles all fuel, parking, and tolls. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman are included, and bottled water is free during transfers.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the 3 days.
• professional English-speaking driver.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman.
• one night accommodation in Petra and one night in a traditional Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum (both based on your selected option).
• breakfast at both locations and dinner in Wadi Rum.
• two-hour 4x4 Jeep safari in Wadi Rum.
• flexible stops for photography and rest breaks.
• free bottled water during transfers.
• free Wi-Fi in the vehicle.
• all fuel, parking fees, and highway tolls.

Options for this experience

5 options

Private transfer and entry ticketGuide in English, Spanish or French · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Comfortable transportation in a sedan or mini van, depending on the number of travelers. Pickup is included.

Private Transfe OnlyGuide in English, Spanish or French · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Self-arranged option: this covers private transportation only, and clients arrange their own accommodation and meals. Pickup is included.

3-star hotel and classic tentGuide in English, Spanish or French · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:00Stay in a 3-star hotel and a 3-star Bedouin-style desert camp. Includes 2 breakfasts (Petra and Wadi Rum) and a buffet dinner featuring traditional Bedouin Zarb in Wadi Rum. Transport is in a new sedan or a mini van, depending on the number of guests. Pickup is included.

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4-star hotel and deluxe tentGuide in English, Spanish or French · 9 departure times: the first at 06:00, the last at 10:004-star hotel in Petra and a 4-star desert camp in Wadi Rum. Includes 2 breakfasts (one in Petra and one in Wadi Rum) and a buffet dinner with traditional Zarb in Wadi Rum. Transport is in a new sedan or a mini van, depending on the number of guests. Pickup is included.

Bubble Tent ExperienceGuide in English, Spanish or French · 8 departure times: the first at 06:30, the last at 10:00Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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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

AgesAdult (3 and older) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 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$ 111

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcome

Operated by Petra Private Tours – Local Guide

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want Petra's Treasury timed to avoid crowds and the flexibility to stop for photos and local food without following a rigid group schedule. The private vehicle and English-speaking driver mean you move at your own pace, and the Bedouin camp overnight gives you the desert experience without the logistics of arranging it separately.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

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.

What is Little Petra, and how does it differ from the main Petra site?

Little Petra (Al-Beidha) is a smaller Nabataean archaeological site just a few kilometers north of Petra, featuring carved tombs, temples, and dwellings cut into pale sandstone cliffs. The Painted House here is one of the few surviving examples of Nabataean interior frescoes. It offers an intimate glimpse into the Nabataean world without the crowds found at the main Treasury.

When do we visit Petra's Treasury, and why does the timing matter?

The main Petra visit starts early in the morning and runs until approximately 3 PM. A licensed local guide times the Treasury visit to avoid the midday crowds, ensuring a smoother and more rewarding experience at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What happens during the Wadi Rum portion of the tour?

You spend one night in a traditional Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon. On day three, a two-hour 4x4 Jeep tour takes you through the protected desert wilderness, exploring dramatic canyons, towering cliffs, natural arches, and vast sandy plains. Regular cars cannot access the desert terrain, so the Jeep is necessary.

Is the Dead Sea visit included, and what should I know about it?

Dead Sea floating is included. After Wadi Rum, the tour heads north toward the Dead Sea, passing the Gulf of Aqaba. Note that the Gulf of Aqaba stop does not occur during winter months (November to March) due to short daylight hours, allowing more time at the Dead Sea itself.

What accommodation options are available?

You choose your accommodation level at checkout. Options range from a 3-star hotel with a classic tent to a 4-star hotel with a deluxe tent or bubble tent experience. One night is in Petra (hotel-based), and one night is in a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum. Breakfast is included at both locations. Dinner is included in Wadi Rum.

Do I need to arrange transportation to and from Amman?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman are included. A professional English-speaking driver operates a private, air-conditioned vehicle throughout the entire tour, handling all fuel, parking fees, and highway tolls.