NB-16 · Tour Package · 7 days
Jordan Essentials: Amman, Petra & Wadi Rum
This 7-day itinerary provides a comprehensive yet compact journey through Jordan's most important sites. Its logical route and focus on cultural and natural highlights make it an excellent standalone tour or a seamless extension to an Egypt trip.
Quick answer
This is a 7-day private tour of Jordan's essential highlights, traveling from Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. It is designed for first-time visitors and clients extending a trip from Egypt. Nourbelle DMC provides all ground services, including private transport, licensed guides, accommodation, and curated experiences.
Key facts
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Starts and ends in Amman
- Best for first-time visitors and Egypt extensions
- Ideal for private FIT and small groups
- Available with 4-star or 5-star hotels
- Guides available in most major languages
Program Overview
This Jordan Essentials: Amman, Petra & Wadi Rum (NB-16) tour is a meticulously crafted 7-day itinerary designed for tour operators and wholesalers seeking a comprehensive yet compact introduction to Jordan's most important sites. It offers an ideal standalone tour or a seamless extension to an Egypt trip, perfect for clients desiring a rich mix of ancient history, biblical sites, and dramatic desert landscapes within a balanced timeframe. Its logical route and efficient pacing ensure a rewarding experience for diverse client profiles, from cultural explorers to adventure seekers.
The itinerary expertly routes clients through Jordan's primary highlights, commencing with the vibrant capital of Amman and including a visit to the Roman ruins of Jerash. The journey then progresses along the historic King's Highway, stopping at significant sites like Madaba & Mount Nebo before reaching the awe-inspiring ancient city of Petra & Wadi Musa. An unforgettable desert experience awaits in Wadi Rum, followed by relaxation at the Dead Sea, ensuring a blend of guided exploration and leisure time. This program's structure is perfectly suited for integration into broader Middle East offerings, such as an extension to programs like Nile Explorer or as a complementary module to multi-country tours like Egypt & Jordan: Pyramids to Petra.
Operational & Trade Notes
This itinerary, coded NB-16, is built for maximum flexibility and efficiency. We recommend emphasizing the Jordan Pass for visa entry, which simplifies the process for your clients. While designed as a complete package, extra nights can easily be added in key locations like Petra or the Dead Sea to suit specific client interests or pacing preferences. The program is ideal for combining with our Egypt programs, leveraging daily regional flights between Cairo and Amman. For your clients interested in more extensive regional journeys, this tour can also serve as a foundational segment for larger itineraries such as Egypt, Jordan & Morocco Grand Journey.
Plan This Program
To request confidential net rates and explore customized options for this or any other Baustein or Reiseveranstalter program, please submit a detailed request via our quote form, specifying hotel category, preferred travel dates, and any specific client requirements. Our team, as your trusted réceptif/corrispondente/地接/ランドオペレーター/랜드사, is ready to tailor this 7-day circuit/tour/тур/线路/ツアー/상품 to your exact specifications.
Why this tour works for your clients
- A logical and efficient route covering Jordan's primary highlights.
- A balanced pace that combines guided touring with time for relaxation.
- Offers a rich mix of ancient history, biblical sites, and dramatic desert landscapes.
- An ideal foundation itinerary that is easy to customize or sell as an extension.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Amman
Arrival in Amman
Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) · Meet and assist · Private transfer to hotel
Your clients' journey begins with a seamless arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA). A uniformed Nourbelle DMC representative will personally greet them inside the terminal, before the immigration counters, holding a sign with their name. Our representative will expertly handle all visa formalities and assist with baggage claim, ensuring a swift and stress-free entry into Jordan. Once cleared, they will be introduced to their professional driver. The transfer to their Amman hotel is provided in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival at the hotel, our driver will assist with their luggage. The remainder of the day is at their leisure to relax and acclimatize.
Meals: — · Overnight: Amman
Day 2 · Amman → Jerash → Amman
Amman City Tour & Jerash
Amman Citadel · Roman Theatre · Guided tour of Jerash
After breakfast, your clients will meet their private Nourbelle guide and driver for a comprehensive tour, starting with Jordan's capital. The exploration begins at the Amman Citadel (Jabal al-Qal'a), offering panoramic city views and a journey through layers of history. Next, they descend to the impressive 6,000-seat Roman Theatre. In the afternoon, Nourbelle operates a scenic drive north to Jerash, the "Pompeii of the East." Here, our expert local guide will lead a walking tour through one of the world's best-preserved Roman provincial cities, navigating colonnaded streets, grand temples, and public plazas, vividly recreating ancient life. We then handle the private transfer back to their Amman hotel.
Meals: B · Overnight: Amman
Day 3 · Amman → Madaba → Mount Nebo → Kerak → Petra
King's Highway to Petra
St. George's Church in Madaba · Mount Nebo viewpoint · Kerak Castle
Today’s journey is a historic transfer south, expertly managed by a dedicated Nourbelle driver. After breakfast, your clients will travel along the 5,000-year-old King's Highway. The first stop is Madaba, the "City of Mosaics," to view the renowned 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land at St. George's Church. From there, we operate the short drive up to Mount Nebo for the same panoramic views of the Promised Land that Moses once saw. The route then descends into the breathtaking Wadi Mujib canyon before arriving at Kerak. Here, they will explore the imposing Crusader castle. Nourbelle ensures a comfortable and seamless drive, concluding in Wadi Musa (Petra).
Meals: B · Overnight: Petra
Day 4 · Petra
Full Day Exploring Petra
Full-day guided tour of Petra · The Siq · The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) · Street of Facades · The Royal Tombs
This full day is dedicated to the Nabatean city of Petra. The experience begins with a walk through the Siq, a narrow canyon leading to the iconic Treasury. From there, the guide will lead your clients through the vast archaeological site, revealing the Street of Facades, the Theatre, and the impressive Royal Tombs. There is ample time for independent exploration, photography, or a walk up to the Monastery for those with a high level of fitness. It is a day of significant walking and discovery.
Meals: B · Overnight: Petra
Day 5 · Petra → Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum Desert Experience
Transfer to Wadi Rum · 4x4 desert tour · Sunset viewing · Dinner and overnight at a desert camp
After a short drive from Petra, your clients will enter the protected desert wilderness of Wadi Rum. They will trade their vehicle for a 4x4 jeep, driven by a local Bedouin guide, for a tour of the valley's most dramatic sites, including rock bridges and ancient inscriptions. The tour concludes with time to watch the sunset over the vast, silent landscape. Dinner and overnight accommodation are provided at a comfortable desert camp, offering a clear view of the night sky.
Meals: B, L, D · Overnight: Wadi Rum
Day 6 · Wadi Rum → Dead Sea
The Dead Sea
Transfer to the Dead Sea · Afternoon at leisure to float in the Dead Sea
After a final breakfast in the desert, your clients will be met by their Nourbelle driver for the next leg of their journey. We will operate a comfortable private transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle, traveling north from the sands of Wadi Rum to the lowest point on Earth: the Dead Sea. The scenic drive takes approximately four hours. Upon arrival at their resort, our driver will assist with luggage before your clients check in. The remainder of the day is entirely at their leisure to indulge in this unique natural spa. They can experience the famous buoyant float in the hypersaline water and apply the therapeutic, mineral-rich mud.
Meals: B · Overnight: Dead Sea
Day 7 · Dead Sea → Amman (QAIA)
Departure
Private transfer to Queen Alia International Airport
On the final day, Nourbelle ensures a seamless and timely departure. After breakfast at their Dead Sea resort, your clients will be met by their professional driver at a pre-arranged time, coordinated with their outbound flight schedule. We operate a private transfer in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle directly to Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), a journey of approximately one hour. Upon arrival, our dedicated airport representative will be waiting to assist them with check-in procedures and passport control, ensuring a swift and hassle-free process. This final touch of personalized service concludes their memorable journey through Jordan with Nourbelle DMC.
Meals: B · Overnight: —
Meal basis: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Confirmed in your quote.
Included
- Meet and assist service upon arrival and departure.
- All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Accommodation for 6 nights in the selected hotel category.
- Meals as specified: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner.
- Services of a licensed professional guide on sightseeing days.
- All entrance fees for sites included in the itinerary.
- A 2-hour 4x4 jeep tour in Wadi Rum.
- Bottled water provided in the vehicle.
Not included
- International airfare.
- Entry visa for Jordan (the Jordan Pass is recommended).
- Lunches, dinners, and beverages not specified in the itinerary.
- Travel insurance.
- Gratuities for guides and drivers.
- Personal expenses.
Trade notes
- International flights into and out of Amman (QAIA) are not included.
- This itinerary does not have a cruise component.
- Flexibility is key; extra nights can be added in Petra or at the Dead Sea, and the itinerary can be modified to suit client interests.
- This tour combines easily with our Egypt programs. Regional flights between Cairo and Amman are usually available daily.
- To request confidential net rates, please submit a request via our website's quote form, specifying hotel category and preferred travel dates.
Price upon request — net rates are shown after your agency is approved.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jordan Pass included or recommended?
The Jordan Pass is not included but is highly recommended. It covers the visa fee and entry to over 40 sites, including Petra, offering significant value. We can advise on the best option based on client nationality.
What is the standard of accommodation in Wadi Rum?
We contract a range of desert camps, from traditional Bedouin-style tents with shared facilities to luxury domes with en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning. The category can be selected to match client preference and budget.
How much walking is involved at the Petra site?
A typical visit involves a significant amount of walking, often 6-8 km over varied terrain. The main trail to the Treasury and city center is mostly flat. Clients should be advised to wear comfortable walking shoes. Options like golf carts and animal rides are available at an extra cost for certain sections.
Can this itinerary be done in reverse?
Yes, the program can be operated in reverse, starting with the Dead Sea and ending in Amman. However, the current flow is generally preferred as it builds towards the Dead Sea as a place for relaxation at the end of the tour.
