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Passage to Petra

6 days

Spend two incredible nights in Petra's lost city, camp under the stars in Mars-like Wadi Rum, relax in the otherworldly Dead Sea and explore the Siq Trail of Wadi Mujib in six adventure-filled days.

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Tour Overview

Duration

6 days

Starts

Amman

Ends

Dead Sea

Range

Signature

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 24

Minimum age

15 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Sundays

Hotel Rating

4 star hotels & 1 night deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum

Countries

Jordan

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

At set times - see trip notes final day for details

Meals included

Breakfast: 5, Dinner: 1
Per Person From
R 23,715.00
Deposit From
Final payment
R 10,000.00
R 37,430.00

Tour Highlights

Two nights in Petra - Discover the UNESCO-listed Nabataean city that was all but lost to the modern world until its rediscovery in 1812
Wadi Rum - Admire vast red desert landscape with rolling dunes and dramatic rock formations
Dead Sea - Float in the warm, buoyant mineral-rich waters
Shobak Crusader Castle - Admire the castle, perched dramatically on a hill top
Mt Nebo - Take in one of the most sacred sites in Jordan with views across the Promised Land
Madaba - Wander the Christian market town, Church of St George and Jordan’s finest Byzantine mosaics
Umm ar-Rasas - Step into the ancient city which was an important stop on the caravan route between east and west
Wadi Mujib - Trek the Siq Trail of Wadi Mujib Biosphere Reserve
Amman - Explore this Ancient hilltop citadel, with its fascinating Archaeological Museum and the bustling souqs

Included

Breakfast daily and 1 dinner
4 nights 4 star hotels
1 night Wadi Rum desert camp - en suite tents with beds and bedding
Wadi Rum - 4x4 desert safari through the sand dunes
Dead Sea - Free time to swim and detox
Touring - Amman, Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Shobak, Umm ar-Rasas and Mt Nebo
Escorted by a licensed Jordanian tour guide and English speaking specialist guides at some local sights
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer is offered on day 6 at 04:00, 07:00, 12:00 and 23:00 only
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visa (see Trip Notes for further information about visas)
Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$5-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
Entrance Fees: USD$120-140pp, paid in local currency
Tipping Kitty: USD$40-50pp, paid in local currency
Tipping is not a natural part of many Western cultures and many of us feel uncomfortable, or unsure, about when, or how much, to tip. However, in the places you will visit, tipping makes up a significant part of many people's wages so it's important that we get it right. For this reason we've developed a very simple system to take all the hassle out of tipping. With our 'tipping made easy' policy, a nominal pre-determined amount is collected from all group tour participants to cover tips en route. This then saves you the hassle of when and how much to tip bellhops, luggage handlers, local guides and other support staff through the tour. Our 'tipping made easy' doesn't include a tip to your group tour leader. Naturally, though, the amount is up to you as tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Amman

Sunday. Welcome to Jordan and the start of an amazing adventure. Arrive in Amman and enjoy an included transfer to our hotel. The remainder of today is at your leisure.

Overnight: Amman

Day 2 - Mt Nebo & the Promised Lands

Amman - Madaba - Mount Nebo - Umm ar Rasas - Petra. Today we tour the citadel and Archaeological Museum of Amman, before we take a walk through the bustling local souk to enjoy typical Jordanian street treats of falafel and hummus at the country’s most popular local street stand. As the pictures on the wall will prove, the unglamorous food stand was a great favourite of the late King Hussein.

Leaving Amman we stop first at Mt. Nebo, the site from which Moses saw the Promised Land. Having led the Israelites for 40 years through the wilderness, Moses finally saw them from this breathtaking vantage point. This amazing panorama includes the Jordan River Valley, the Dead Sea, Jericho and the spires and domes of the Mt. of Olives and Bethlehem on the Judean hills just across the wide valley. Later, we visit Madaba en route to Petra where we see the Church of St George, the Madaba Archaeological Park, Apostles Church and Madaba Museum.

Our next port of call is Um ar-Rasas, one of Jordan’s World Heritage sites and once an important stop on the busy caravan routes. The impressive mosaic floor of the St. Stephen Church features medallions commemorating all the early Christian pilgrimage sites of the region, and the extensive ruins also include one of the area’s earliest Stylite towers, where a Byzantine hermit lived atop the tower and preached to the pilgrimage visitors.

Our final stop of the day is Petra. Consider doing the Petra by Night excursion (approx. USD$25 payable locally) for a tantalizing candlelight stroll through Petra’s Siq…. a romantic preview of things to come.

Overnight: Petra
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - The Nabatean City of Petra

We begin the day with a walk through the mysterious mile-long Siq, the narrow gorge with towering sandstone walls leads into the ancient capital city of the Nabatean trading empire. Explore the Khazneh (the temple of Indiana Jones fame), Theatre, colonnaded street and museum. After lunch, we climb to ad-Deir (the Monastery), Petra’s largest carved façade.

This evening, why not try your hand at our Petra Kitchen Add-on to join fellow travellers for a cuisine course at the local Petra Kitchen, where you help prepare a memorable Jordanian feast.

Overnight: Petra
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Wadi Rum desertscape

Petra - Wadi Rum. This morning we have the opportunity to join our guide for a return visit to Petra along the “secret way” of al-Madras, with visits to the High Place of Sacrifice and Wadi Farasa. At lunchtime, we stop at the Wadi Musa souk to pick up delicious shawarma sandwiches or fruit and veggie snacks from the local produce souk before making the scenic drive to Wadi Rum. A vast, silent landscape of ancient riverbeds, pastel coloured stretches of sandy desert and amazing rock formations known as jebels that rise from the desert floor, the deserts cape of Wadi Rum represents some of the most stunning countryside on our planet.

This desert is home to the once nomadic Bedouin people who would roam the desert tending to their flocks of goats. Most Bedouins now are village based although they still rely on goats to provide milk, yoghurt and cheese. Quite often Bedouins will return for a period of the year to their original nomadic lifestyle. Boarding 4 x 4 jeeps, we take a safari through the sand dunes, getting up close and personal to the surrounding scenery of Wadi Rum. We enjoy a magical evening under the brilliant stars of the desert night sky, including a scrumptious traditional Jordanian dinner.

Overnight: Wadi Rum
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Shobak Castle, Wadi Mujib Canyoning & the Dead Sea

Wadi Rum - Shobak – Wadi Mujib - Dead Sea. After breakfast at the campsite, we head north along the Desert Highway to visit Shobak Castle, which is perched dramatically on a hill top and was built by the Crusader King Baldwin I in 1115. After exploring the castle we descend some 1300 meters to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the earth’s surface. More than 400 meters below sea level, the mineral-rich Dead Sea is the world’s original health and beauty spa. Drift out and bob in the waters and slap on some of the famous black Dead Sea mud to give your skin an invigorating boost.

For departures between April and October we head up the King’s Highway to Wadi Mujib. Here, we embark on a moderate–paced two hour trek along the Siq Trail. Measuring 500 metres in depth and spanning 4 kilometres across, the impressive Wadi Mujib is one of Jordan’s most remarkable natural features. This dramatic canyon features sheer rocky walls and sparkling waterways that range from puddle height to depths that are perfect for swimming (chest height or deeper) depending on the rainfall. When the water level is high you should be prepared for having to climb up ladders, clamber across boulders and be happy to wade through water. The canyon is just one feature of the Mujib Biosphere Reserve, the lowest nature reserve in the world, home to a surprising diversity of wildlife and plant species. For those not interested in taking the full hike, you can walk part of it or wait by the Visitor Centre till the group returns. After our trek we make our way to the Dead Sea.

Overnight: Dead Sea
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 - Farewell

Friday. Dead Sea - Amman Airport. Hotel check out and included onward transfer to Amman Airport. Departure transfers are offered at 04:00, 07:00, 12:00 and 23:00 on day 6. If you would like a departure transfer at any other time or a transfer with post tour accommodation this can be arranged for an additional cost, please enquire.

If you have extra time and wish to head back to Amman, why not book our 2 day end in Amman add on? Perfect for those who wish to spend more time in Jordan's ancient capital, Amman.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Reviews

Hameed AJ was very good with his knowledge and helpfulness in ensuring the group saw and did everything they expected.

Our guide “G” was passionate and dedicated. He always seemed to go above and beyond to ensure his group had an incredible experience. This was my 4th On-the-Go Tour so I was not at all surprised to find it well planned and organized.

The tour was perfect for me to understand a little more about Jordan. The early start on the Petra day allowed us to experience the majesty of it. The sunrise hike was lovely. Hameed is fantastic. Very knowledgeable, passionate about his country and a great sense of humour.

We had a great trip, the experience was all new to us so it was all very exciting. Our guide was fantastic, very welcoming and a special person who was passionate about his country and wanted to share him knowledge. Amman hotel only let down 2 star.

Brilliant tour and tour guide. I don't usually go for organised tours but was a little anxious not having travelled alone in the middle east before. I needn't have worried and instead learnt a huge wealth of information about the beautiful country of Jordan. The size of group was perfect. I would have been quite disappointed had we been in a huge coach of people but a small minibus was good. There was also enough time to do our own exploring which I really valued. Great tour and would love to return to Jordan soon- thank you!

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Pre Tour Accommodation - Amman

Double

R 1,285per passenger

Twin

R 1,285per passenger

Single

R 2,155per passenger

Post Tour Accommodation - Dead Sea

Double

R 1,575per passenger

Twin

R 1,575per passenger

Single

R 2,825per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Cooking lesson | Petra | Jordan
Petra Kitchen

This add-on is an evening Jordanian cooking session that can be booked in conjunction with any of our Jordan group tours. Alternatively, this course can feature as part of a Tailor-made holiday.

R 1,205

per passenger

Add-on: Dead Sea

A departure transfer from any Dead Sea Hotel to Amman Airport at the time of your choosing. This transfer works well for those extending their stay or where our included transfer times are not a great fit with your flights. Cost is per vehicle with a maximum of 2 passengers.

R 1,695

per passenger

Tour Extensions

Extend your trip with our multi-day tour extensions, including accommodation, sightseeing and free time.

Roman Ruins | Amman | Jordan
Add-on: End in Amman

Prefer to end your tour in Amman?

Double

R 4,855per passenger

Twin

R 4,855per passenger

Single

R 5,845per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Al-Qasr Metropole
Amman

Recently refurbished, the Al Qasr Metropole is a modern and chic boutique hotel. Guest rooms are beautifully furnished and include free Wi-Fi connection and luxury en suite facilities. All guests at the Al Qasr gain free access to the on site Fitness First gym as well as a complimentary breakfast. The rooftop restaurant has fantastic panoramic views of Amman and is a great place to spend the evening. The hotel is well located in Shmeisani, one of Amman's most prestigious neighbourhoods.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Old Village Resort
Petra

Located above Wadi Mousa, Old Village Resort has a wonderfully traditional feel about it with open stonework and original architecture. Rooms are full of character, some with delightful archways and all directly accessed from the outside. The hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool and sauna and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. For dinner why not dine al fresco at the restaurant overlooking the mountains. Well located in forested wadis facing Petra’s mountains.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Petra Moon Hotel
Petra

Just 300 ft from the entrance gate to Petra, the Petra Moon hotel features spacious rooms with private balconies and flat-screen TVs. It also has a roof garden with a seasonal outdoor pool. The soundproofed rooms and suites at Petra Moon come with satellite channels, a DVD player and extra-long beds. Each has air conditioning and a private bathroom. The hotel's restaurant serves a delicious selection of international meals in both buffet-style and a la carte.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Desert Seasons Camp
Wadi Rum

Desert Season Camp, nestled in the heart of Wadi Rum, offers a serene desert retreat with breathtaking mountain vistas and a range of comfortable accommodations, including tents equipped with air conditioning and ensuite bathroom. Campsite facilities include complimentary WiFi in communal areas. Guests can explore the quiet, secluded canyon surroundings, climb a nearby mountain to witness stunning sunsets, and even experience local camel races on the camp's flat sand area. The evenings come alive with traditional music performances by local musicians, complemented by the inviting ambiance of the outdoor seating area.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Superior Camp
Sharah Camp
Wadi Rum

Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum, Sharah Camp promises a desert retreat with a modern touch. Each tent is equipped with air conditioning and en suite facilities. There is complimentary WiFi in communal areas at the campsite. With stunning mountain views, a charming terrace, and a host of modern conveniences, this camp offers a perfect blend of luxury and tradition in the heart of the desert.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Superior Camp
Holiday Inn Resort
Dead Sea

Graced with interconnecting palm fringed swimming pools leading to the Dead Sea, the Holiday Inn is an Arabesque style hotel. Guest rooms are elegantly furnished and benefit from complimentary high speed internet. The hotel also has an on site fitness centre and a fine choice of Spa facilities. The 24 hour sleek bar is the perfect place for a tipple at any time of the day or night. The accommodation is located on the shores of the world famous Dead Sea.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
15 Dec - 20 Dec
R 23,715
R 34,605
22 Dec - 27 Dec
Sold Out
Sold Out
28 Dec - 2 Jan
Sold Out
Sold Out
2025
Twin/Double
Single
5 Jan - 10 Jan
R 23,715
R 34,605
19 Jan - 24 Jan
R 23,715
R 34,605
2 Feb - 7 Feb
R 23,715
R 34,605
16 Feb - 21 Feb
R 23,715
R 34,605
2 Mar - 7 Mar
R 24,895
R 36,105
16 Mar - 21 Mar
R 24,895
R 36,105
30 Mar - 4 Apr
R 24,895
R 36,105
6 Apr - 11 Apr
R 24,895
R 36,105
2026
Twin/Double
Single
4 Jan - 9 Jan
R 24,245
R 35,965
18 Jan - 23 Jan
R 24,245
R 35,965
1 Feb - 6 Feb
R 24,245
R 35,965
15 Feb - 20 Feb
R 24,245
R 35,965
1 Mar - 6 Mar
R 24,245
R 35,965
8 Mar - 13 Mar
R 26,565
R 39,445
15 Mar - 20 Mar
R 26,565
R 39,445
22 Mar - 27 Mar
R 26,565
R 39,445

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