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Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Life of the Bedouin

9 Days Amman to Dead Sea
Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Life of the Bedouin
Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Life of the Bedouin
Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Life of the Bedouin

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 9 Day Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Life of the Bedouin. Take an adventure in Jordan to a whole other level with an active exploration of this fascinating Middle Eastern kingdom. Hike along a canyon following the ancient back-trail to Petra and walk to hot pools and a jaw-dropping waterfall in Wadi Himara before soaking in the Dead Sea. Set off on a jeep tour in the desert of Wadi Rum then hike in the Dana Biosphere, Jordan's largest reserve. A perfect blend of iconic highlights, outdoor activity, culture and food, Jordan delivers on all levels.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

9 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Amman

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Dead Sea

Trip Departures
Departures
Mar 2026
Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Trip Style

Geluxe Collection

Budget
Budget

Premium

Age Range
Age Range

6-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

16

Pace
Pace

Moderate

Guide Style
Guiding Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

DJAG

Itinerary

Arrive at any time. After meeting fellow travellers and your CEO during the welcome meeting, share a delicious dinner at the Tawaheen Al Hawa Restaurant and experience a full immersion into Amman and Jordanian cuisine. Stay: Landmark Amman Hotel (D)

Set out on a morning hike through the crisp, fresh air from Ajloun Castle to Mar Elias Church. There will be a group lunch and in-depth visit to our G for Good cafe, Beit Khayrat Souf, owned and operated by a team of women. Visit Jerash before travelling back to Amman for a free evening. Stay: Landmark Amman Hotel (B/L)

Start the morning with visits to the Citadel and Roman Amphitheatre before a downtown market walk through stalls with spices, vegetables, locally handcrafted goods and freshly made dishes. Lunch like a local and discover cuisine from the best of the food stalls. Head out of the city center to meet with a local family to gain a rare authentic glimpse into the life of a local Bedouin family and enjoy a free evening. Stay: Landmark Amman Hotel (B/L)

Travel to Mt. Nebo’s ridgeline for spectacular views then drive to St. George Church. See the mosaics of Madaba and enjoy lunch in Dana Village, prepared by members of the local community. Stretch those legs as you enter the Dana Biosphere Reserve on foot and follow the Shaq Al Reesh hike, an impressive gorge in the heart of the reserve. Stay: Feynan Ecolodge (B/L/D)

Choose between two different activity options to either spend a day with a local shepherd or to immerse yourself in the daily life of the Bedouins with a cooking class. In the afternoon drive south to Petra and enjoy a free evening. Stay: Petra Moon Hotel (B/L)

Start the morning at Little Petra, a site many skip but unique and charming compared to its famous big neighbour. Then embark on a hike along the ancient trail that leads to the back entry into Petra to the Monastery. Along the way you will take a deserved break to enjoy your packed lunch before continuing on to the front entrance of Petra visiting the site as we make our way to the hotel. Spend free time in Petra City to round out the day in this incredible landscape. Stay: Petra Moon Hotel (B/L)

Visit Petra again at sunrise before driving to Wadi Rum for a Jeep tour through the rolling sand dunes and some light hiking. Enjoy the sun slipping beneath the horizon amid the desert landscape and savour a delicious dinner back at camp with the group. Stay: Rahayeb Camp (B/L/D)

Drive to the Dead Sea and hike through Wadi Himara along a river before taking a swim in the Dead Sea. In the evening sit down for a farewell dinner with the group and swap stories of your adventures. Stay: Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea (B/D)

Your adventure comes to an end, please book onward travel no earlier than 12pm. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Wander the ancient ruins of Jerash.
  • Hike along the ancient back-trail into Petra from little Petra and enjoy a second early morning sunrise visit.
  • Take a jeep tour of the desert in Wadi Rum and enjoy a sunset hike.
  • Hike to a waterfall and soak in the Dead Sea.
  • Eat delicious traditional meals prepared by the communities visited.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Beit Khayrat Souf, Jerash Governorate
  • Your G for Good Moment: Feynan Ecolodge G for Good Stay, Dana Biosphere Reserve
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Lunch like a Local in Amman, Amman
  • Your Local Living Moment: Local Bedouin Family Welcome Experience Your OM
  • G Day: Life as a Shepherd or Bedouin Experience & Cooking class, Dana Biosphere Reserve
  • Complimentary arrival transfer
  • Welcome dinner
  • Visit to the Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre
  • Tour of Jerash and Ajloun Castle
  • Tour of Mount Nebo and Madaba mosaics
  • Hike from Ajloun Castle to Mari Elias
  • Hike from Little Petra to Petra through a back entrance
  • Visit Petra a second time at sunrise
  • Wadi Rum desert 4x4 excursion
  • Siq Al Barrah hike and sunset tea
  • Float in the Dead Sea
  • Wadi Himara hike
  • Farewell Dinner
  • Departure Transfer
  • All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels (6 Nights), Lodge (1 Night), Wadi Rum Desert Camp (Room) (1 Night)
  • On this trip we will stay in comfortable local hotels. Rooms will be on a twin-share basis unless you have booked our My Own Room service. You can expect the rooms to have air-conditioning, private bathrooms and breakfast will be included daily. Some hotels may also have swimming pools and/or other recreational facilities.

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners

  • Private van/bus, 4x4, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Geluxe Collection
Trip Style: Geluxe Collection

Geluxe Active Adventure puts comfort first. Stay in handpicked accommodations, including one unforgettable “OMG Stay” for its wow-factor. Each trip features an “OMG Day” with two extraordinary experiences to suit hikers, history buffs, and food lovers. Enjoy extras like pre-paid tips, arrival transfers on most trips and more included dining than other G Adventures styles. Geluxe “rolls out the purple carpet” for travelers seeking style, depth and total comfort.

Dates & Pricing USD USD

Sunday 22 Feb 2026 22 Feb 26 Amman
Monday 02 Mar 2026 02 Mar 26 Dead Sea
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