Jordan Private Tour with Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea

Summary

7-Day Jordan Journey: Petra, Castles & Desert Nights

You’ll travel from Amman to ancient Jerash and Ajloun Castle, float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, wander Petra’s hidden canyons at sunrise, and sleep under desert stars in Wadi Rum — all with a local guide and private transport. It’s a week of real moments you’ll remember long after you’ve left Jordan behind.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the way our driver, Sami, greeted us at Queen Alia Airport — not just a handshake but this big smile that made my jetlag feel less heavy. He pointed out the best place for falafel as we drove into Amman (I forgot the name, but it had a blue sign and smelled like cumin and fried bread). That first night in Amman was quiet; I watched city lights flicker from my window and tried to imagine all the places we’d see over the next week.

Jerash surprised me. I’d seen Roman ruins before but never with so many kids running around playing soccer between columns. Our guide told us about the Jerash Festival — apparently people come from all over for music and dancing every summer. Ajloun Castle was windy up top; I had to hold my hat down while Sami explained how it once kept Crusaders away. The pine trees there actually smell sweet when you get close — not something I expected in Jordan.

Madaba’s mosaic map is more faded than photos suggest, but standing there you can almost feel how old it is. Mount Nebo was hazy that morning; still, you could just make out the shimmer of the Dead Sea below. Floating in the Dead Sea itself felt odd — like being held up by invisible hands. The mud is cold at first but leaves your skin soft (I laughed when my friend tried to walk out too fast and nearly toppled over). We spent a whole day just drifting and watching sunlight bounce off salt crystals along the shore.

Petra hit me hardest. Walking through the Siq at sunrise, with only our small group and a couple of donkeys for company, was strangely quiet except for our footsteps echoing off rose-red stone. When we finally saw the Treasury appear — well, I didn’t say anything for a minute or two. Later that day, tea with Bedouins near their tent tasted smoky-sweet; they joked about tourists always asking for WiFi (guilty). Wadi Rum was all orange sand and endless sky — our camp had these Martian-looking tents where you could watch stars through clear panels at night. I still think about that silence after sunset.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and Transfer to Amman

• Meet at Queen Alia Airport
• Overnight in Amman hotel

Day 2 — Ajloun and Jerash Tour

• Visit Ajloun Castle and pine forests
• Explore Jerash ruins

Day 3 — Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Baptism, Dead Sea

• Visit Madaba Mosaic Map
• Visit Mount Nebo viewpoint
• Visit Baptism Site (Al-Maghtas)
• Arrive and relax at Dead Sea hotel

Day 4 — Leisure Day at Dead Sea

• Enjoy hotel facilities and relaxation

Day 5 — Travel to Petra

• Explore Petra archaeological site

Day 6 — Wadi Rum Desert Experience

• Visit Wadi Rum and watch sunset

Day 7 — Return to Airport

• Drive to Queen Alia Airport

Top questions

Is this Jordan private tour suitable for families?

Yes, families are welcome — infant seats are available and most sites are accessible for strollers or wheelchairs.

How much time do we spend at Petra during this tour?

You’ll have an afternoon and overnight stay near Petra to explore both main sights and quieter corners.

Are meals included on this 7-day Jordan itinerary?

Dinner is included each day; breakfast is usually provided by hotels along the route.

Can I swim in the Dead Sea during this trip?

Yes, you’ll have plenty of time to float or swim at your hotel’s private beach on the Dead Sea day.

Is pickup from Queen Alia Airport included?

Yes, airport pickup on arrival is part of your private tour package.

What’s included

Your week includes airport pickup on arrival in Amman, private transportation throughout Jordan with an English-speaking driver-guide, bottled water each day, dinner every evening, entry fees to major sites like Petra and Wadi Rum, plus comfortable hotels (with options from 3-star to luxury) including a night in a desert tent under Wadi Rum’s stars before returning to Amman or heading home.