Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea 6-Day Private Tour

Wander Petra’s rose cliffs then drift in the Dead Sea salt air

You’ll follow ancient footsteps in Petra at sunrise, float weightlessly in the Dead Sea’s salty calm, and watch dusk turn Wadi Rum gold—all with private transport and an English-speaking driver who knows every shortcut (and snack stop). Expect laughter with locals, windswept castle towers, and quiet moments where Jordan just sinks in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Airport pickup and transfer

• Meet chauffeur at airport arrivals
• Receive luggage assistance
• Travel to accommodation with amenities

Day 2 — Jerash and Ajloun Castle tour

• Visit Temple of Artemis in Jerash
• Explore Oval Plaza and Cardo Maximus
• Climb Temple of Zeus
• Tour Ajloun Castle and museum

Day 3 — Madaba, Mt Nebo, Kerak, Petra

• See Madaba Map at St. George Church
• Visit Mt. Nebo monastery and viewpoint
• Explore Kerak Castle fortifications
• Drive to Petra area

Day 4 — Petra exploration and Wadi Rum

• Arrive early at Petra Visitor Center
• Walk through Siq to Treasury
• Explore Treasury and nearby tombs
• Walk Street of Facades
• Travel to Wadi Rum desert camp

Day 5 — Wadi Rum and Baptism Site visit

• Take 4x4 Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
• Drive to Dead Sea hotel
• Visit Baptism Site of Jesus Christ

Day 6 — Return to airport from Dead Sea

• Relax during drive to Amman airport

The Experience

I’ll admit, I was a little nervous about cramming so much of Jordan into six days. But as soon as we landed at Queen Alia Airport and spotted our driver—he had my name scribbled on a sign, grinning like he’d been waiting all day—I felt oddly at ease. The car even had WiFi (my partner immediately started sending photos home), and there were cold bottles of water tucked in the door. We drove through Amman’s early morning haze, windows cracked for that first whiff of cardamom from a roadside coffee stand. There’s something about arriving somewhere new before your brain has caught up.

Jerash was our first real stop, and honestly, I didn’t expect to feel anything—ruins are ruins, right? But walking the Cardo Maximus with our local guide pointing out chariot grooves worn into the stone, you can almost hear old market shouts echoing off those columns. At Ajloun Castle, wind whipped around the towers so hard my hat nearly took flight (the guide just laughed). The view down over olive groves and villages made me realize how layered this country is—history stacked on history.

The next morning, Madaba’s mosaic map caught me off guard. It’s tiny tiles everywhere—millions of them—making up rivers and cities from another time. Our driver explained bits in English but also let us wander quietly; I liked that balance. Mt Nebo was windy too (bring a jacket), but standing where Moses once looked out over the valley… it’s hard to describe. Maybe it’s just the silence up there, or maybe it’s seeing Jerusalem shimmer faintly across the haze.

Petra was everything people say but also not at all what I expected. We got there early (the guide said before 8 is best), and walking through the Siq as sunlight crept down pink walls felt like being inside some secret passageway. When we reached the Treasury, there were camels snorting nearby and Bedouin kids selling postcards—I bought one mostly for their smile. Wadi Rum that night: I still think about how quiet it was after dark, just sand cooling beneath us and stars so sharp they almost hurt your eyes if you stared too long.

The last day at the Dead Sea felt like a reward after all that dust and walking—floating is strange, like you’re wrapped in invisible hands. My skin smelled salty for hours after. And then back to Amman airport with tired legs but a head full of stories I’m still sorting out now. If you want to see Jordan without worrying about buses or maps or missing something big… well, this tour did that for me.

Top questions

Is airport pickup included in this Jordan tour?

Yes, private airport pickup is included with your driver tracking your flight for any delays or early arrivals.

Are entry fees to sites like Petra included?

No, entry fees are not included; it's recommended to buy a Jordan Pass in advance for discounts.

How many nights does this tour spend in Petra?

The tour includes one overnight stay near Petra with an early morning visit to beat crowds.

Is this 6-day Jordan tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, vehicles and most areas are wheelchair accessible; check specific sites for details.

Do we have local guides at each attraction?

No official guides are included by default but you can hire one onsite if you wish.

Does this private tour include meals?

No meals are included except bottled water; breakfast boxes may be available at some stops.

Can infants or small children join this trip?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in prams or strollers during the tour.

How much driving is involved between sites?

You’ll cover long distances—like 3.5 hours from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea—but travel is by private car with breaks along the way.

What’s included

Your journey includes private transportation throughout Jordan with bottled water and WiFi onboard plus both airport pickup and drop-off by an English-speaking driver who tracks your flight—so you never wait around wondering what comes next.