7 Day 6 Night Discover Jordan Tour

Jordan packs a lot into one week. This private 7-day tour links Roman ruins, desert camps, Petra, the Dead Sea, and Christian sites with a dedicated English-speaking driver. I especially like the private transport and the chance to sleep in Wadi Rum, while the route includes both famous sights and quieter stops such as Dana and Wadi Mujib. The main drawback is the pace: long drives and full sightseeing days leave little room for unscheduled wandering.

The tour costs $1,230.77 per person and includes six nights of accommodation, site entrances, selected guides, breakfast every day, and several transfers. I also like the practical arrival service, including help with the free Jordan visa when passport details are supplied in advance. Still, lunches, most dinners, tips, insurance, and personal expenses are extra, so your final cost will be higher.

Key points to know before booking

• Petra gets a full day: A three-hour guided walk takes you through the Siq, past the Treasury, and along the main monuments, followed by free time to explore farther.
• Wadi Rum includes a four to five-hour jeep ride: A Bedouin driver-guide takes you to springs, canyons, dunes, rock bridges, and sites linked with Lawrence of Arabia.
• The tour is private: Only your own group participates, with transfers in a modern vehicle and an English-speaking driver.
• The route covers northern and southern Jordan: Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba, Karak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Bethany beyond the Jordan, and the Dead Sea all fit into six nights.
• Long road days are part of the bargain: The drive from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea takes about three and a half hours, and the Kings Highway day includes several stops before Petra.
• One night is in a Bedouin camp: Dinner and breakfast are included, with a three-star camp or a standard luxury tent option depending on the package.

What this seven-day Jordan tour does well

This is a tightly arranged introduction to Jordan. You move from Amman to the north, then south along the Kings Highway, before finishing at the Dead Sea. It is not a slow, lingering holiday, but it gives you a clear sense of the country’s Roman, Nabatean, Crusader, Islamic, and biblical connections.

The private format matters. You do not wait for a large coach to load or spend the day making repeated hotel pickups. Your driver meets you at the hotel lobby, handles the road transfers, and serves as your practical link between sites. The tour also includes dedicated guides at Jerash and Petra, where a good explanation helps you see more than a collection of old stones.

The company has received praise for organization, punctual drivers, and staff who remain available by email and phone. Andrea is named as a helpful contact who assisted with planning and hotel arrangements. That kind of support is useful in Jordan, where a small timing change can affect several later stops.

The trade-off is that the schedule is firm. Petra alone can fill an entire day, and the second and third days involve several sites plus substantial driving. You get breadth rather than long stretches of free time.

Arrival in Amman and the free visa arrangement

Your first day is simple. At Amman Airport, a representative meets you and helps with arrival formalities. If you are staying two or more consecutive nights and provide the required passport details ahead of time, the Jordan visa fee is included as a free visa arrangement.

A driver then transfers you roughly 30 minutes to Amman. Your first night includes hotel accommodation and breakfast. The schedule leaves the arrival day fairly light, which is sensible after an international flight.

Depending on when your plane lands, you may add an Amman city tour. Another option is to shift the whole route forward by one day and gain extra time in Petra. I would favor the Petra extension if you care most about archaeology, since the site rewards a second look and several worthwhile paths sit beyond the main guided route.

The tour includes two nights in Amman, though the scheduled sightseeing on the following day takes you north to Jerash and Ajloun. Check the exact hotel location and timing before departure, since the day begins with a morning pickup between 8:00 and 9:00.

Jerash and Ajloun, Jordan’s northern highlights

The northern day combines two very different places. Jerash is the major stop, with about one and a half hours of guided sightseeing, though the total visit is listed at about two hours. The ancient city grew after Roman rule and became one of the Decapolis cities, a group of important urban centers in the region.

Walk through Hadrian’s Arch, built in 130 AD for Emperor Hadrian’s visit. You then pass the Hippodrome, which once held about 15,000 spectators, before reaching the Forum and the Temple of Artemis. The temple columns rise about 12 meters, and each stone drum weighs roughly 20 to 40 tons. Those details help you understand the scale of the place.

Jerash is a strong early stop because its streets, columns, theaters, and public spaces make Roman city planning easy to picture. The guided portion gives you a useful framework, but I would pay close attention to the remaining time. The schedule later moves to Ajloun, so you may not have freedom to wander every corner.

Ajloun Castle adds a medieval change of pace. The fortress was built in 1132 or 1134 by King Baldwin I of Jerusalem and sits in the northern part of the route. You have about an hour there, enough to see the castle and take in its position, though not enough for a leisurely visit.

One small point deserves clarification. The day’s stop labels include Umm Qais, but the description supplied for that stop repeats the Jerash program. Do not assume Umm Qais is included as a separate visit. Ask the operator to confirm the final route before paying, especially if that northern site is important to you.

The Kings Highway from Madaba to Petra

Day three is one of the tour’s best road days because the route itself becomes part of the sightseeing. You leave Amman for Madaba and continue south on the Kings Highway, an old route connecting towns and trade centers.

Madaba is known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. The key sight is the sixth-century Mosaic Map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land, set in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Made from about two million pieces of colored local stone, the map shows hills, valleys, settlements, and places extending toward the Nile Delta.

You have about two hours in Madaba. That should give you time for the church and a little time around the town, though the exact balance depends on the driver and departure time.

Next comes the Wadi Mujib viewpoint. The gorge is often called the Grand Canyon of Jordan, and this stop is about the broad view rather than a hike. Bring water and keep your expectations sensible: the schedule lists a viewpoint, not a canyon walk.

Karak Castle is the day’s major fortress stop. King Baldwin I of Jerusalem built the Crusader castle in 1132 or 1134. You have about an hour to see it before continuing south.

The final scenic pause is at Dana, followed by the drive to Petra. This is a full day on the road, but the stops break it into manageable sections. The downside is clear: if you want extended time in Madaba, Karak, or Dana, you will have to sacrifice rest or arrive late in Petra.

Your overnight stay is in a Petra hotel with breakfast. Two nights are included in the Petra portion of the trip, which makes the next morning more comfortable than visiting Petra as a day trip from Amman.

Petra, from the Siq to Qasr Bint

Petra is the centerpiece, and the schedule gives it the time it deserves. A three-hour English-speaking guide leads you through the 1.2-kilometer Siq, the narrow chasm that forms the dramatic approach to the city.

Along the way, you pass shrines, tombs, and carved stone walls. The Treasury appears as you exit the Siq, and this first view is one of the memorable moments of the whole route. From there, the guided walk continues along the Street of Facades, the Roman Theatre, and the Colonnaded Street before ending at Qasr Bint.

After the guided section, you have free time. This is important because Petra is much larger than the Treasury. You might continue to the Byzantine Church, the Temple of the Winged Lion, or one of the higher viewpoints. The route notes an 800-step climb as an option, so sturdy shoes and a willingness to walk uphill will make a real difference.

The listed Petra visit lasts about eight hours. That sounds generous, but the site is spread out, and the return walk through the Siq takes time. If you want the longer climbs, do not spend all your energy at the first monuments.

The guide’s three hours are useful for orientation and context, but the free portion requires some independence. Ask your guide to point out the route to the places you most want to see before separating. Petra can feel confusing once you leave the main path.

This is also the day when the private format pays off. Your group can discuss how much time to spend with the guide and how much to explore alone. A large fixed group would give you less control.

Little Petra and a night under desert stars

The next morning begins at Al-Beidha, better known as Little Petra. This smaller Nabatean site has bicliniums and tricliniums, ancient dining halls cut into the rock. One biclinium still contains Nabatean fresco work on its ceiling.

Little Petra is not a substitute for Petra, but it offers a different scale and mood. The visit is shorter and helps you see how the Nabateans shaped spaces for trade, worship, and meals. The stop is included before the long transfer to Wadi Rum.

The drive to Wadi Rum takes about two hours. Once there, you board a 4×4 for a four to five-hour desert outing with an English-speaking Bedouin guide who also drives. The listed route includes the Nabatean Temple, Lawrence Spring, sand dunes, Khazali Canyon, Little Bridge, Um Frouth Rock Bridge, Lawrence House, and Burdah Rock Bridge or Arch.

This is not simply a transfer with a quick photo stop. The jeep ride is a major part of the tour. You can expect open desert views, rock formations, short stops, and time around the bridges and canyon. A box lunch is included during the outing.

A one-hour camel ride is available for an extra 10 JD, listed as about $15 per camel per hour. Treat it as an optional add-on, not a required part of the package.

That evening, you sleep at a Bedouin camp. The included stay comes with dinner and breakfast. Depending on your selected level, you may have a three-star camp or a standard luxury tent at a four-star camp. The term luxury varies from camp to camp, so ask exactly what room and bathroom arrangement applies to your booking.

The desert night is one of the tour’s most distinctive elements. You wake early for sunrise, then leave the camp for the long drive north. That early start is worth planning for, especially if you stayed up late outdoors.

Bethany beyond the Jordan and floating in the Dead Sea

From Wadi Rum Village, your driver takes you about three and a half hours to the Dead Sea area. This is the longest single transfer in the program, so the day is more about moving between regions than packing in many stops.

You visit Bethany beyond the Jordan, the site associated with John the Baptist’s baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan. The stop adds a religious and biblical layer to the trip, and it contrasts nicely with the Roman ruins and Nabatean sites earlier in the week.

After Bethany, you make the short drive to your Dead Sea hotel. The afternoon is free for the hotel facilities and the famous floating experience. The Dead Sea’s unusually salty water lets you float with very little effort, though you should avoid getting the water in your eyes and cover any cuts.

Your overnight stay includes breakfast. This is the trip’s main rest period, and it arrives at the right point. After Petra, Wadi Rum, and the long transfer, I would use the afternoon to slow down rather than add another excursion.

Keep in mind that the package includes the Dead Sea hotel, but not a long list of meals. Lunches and dinners are generally your responsibility unless specifically listed as included. The Wadi Rum dinner is included, while the other included hotel meals are breakfasts.

The final morning and what the price covers

The final day gives you free time at the Dead Sea hotel before a one-hour transfer to Amman Airport. That makes the departure straightforward, provided your flight time allows enough room for the transfer and airport formalities.

At $1,230.77 per person, the tour offers solid value if you want a private route with the main entrance fees handled in advance. The cost covers six hotel or camp nights, breakfasts, the Wadi Rum dinner, modern vehicle transfers, a Petra guide, a Jerash guide, the Wadi Rum jeep ride, and admission to the listed sites.

You are also paying for coordination. The arrival representative, airport transfers, prearranged hotels, and English-speaking driver remove much of the daily planning work. The company’s record for punctual drivers and quick assistance is especially useful for a route with several moving parts.

The price does not cover travel insurance, personal spending, tips, most lunches, or dinners not named in the package. I would budget for those before deciding that the advertised price is your full trip cost. Group discounts may improve the value for families or friends booking together.

This is a private activity, so only your own group participates. Most people can take part, and service animals are allowed. The schedule requires reasonable walking at Petra and Jerash, but the supplied information does not specify a full accessibility plan.

Who should book this Jordan itinerary?

I would choose this tour if you want Jordan’s major sights in one organized week and prefer private transport over a large coach. It suits first-time visitors who want Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, Jerash, and Madaba without arranging hotels and transfers separately.

It also works well for a small family group or friends who value flexibility inside a fixed route. You can ask the driver about timing, use free time at Petra according to your interests, and potentially shift the plan to add another Petra day after arrival.

I would hesitate if you dislike long drives, early starts, or scheduled sightseeing. The Kings Highway day is packed, the Wadi Rum to Dead Sea transfer takes three and a half hours, and the trip does not leave much open time in Amman.

Check the northern itinerary carefully because Umm Qais appears in the stop labels but is not clearly described in the supplied route. Confirm your hotel category, camp type, meal plan, and any group discount in writing. Also note the strict no-refund cancellation rule, except when poor weather or an insufficient minimum causes the operator to cancel.

Should you book the 7 Day 6 Night Discover Jordan Tour?

Book it if you want a well-organized private overview with strong coverage of Jordan’s headline sights. The best parts are the full Petra day, the Wadi Rum jeep tour with a Bedouin guide, the Dead Sea stay, and the reliable door-to-door structure.

Skip it if you want a slow trip with long café breaks, independent hikes, or several nights in each town. For most first visits, though, the route offers a sensible mix of archaeology, desert scenery, religious sites, and rest. Confirm the Umm Qais question and extra costs first, then this can be a practical way to see a great deal of Jordan in seven days.

FAQ

How long is the Discover Jordan tour?

The tour lasts approximately seven days and includes six nights of accommodation.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your own group participates in the activity.

What hotels and camps are included?

The package includes two nights in Amman, two nights near Petra, one night at the Dead Sea, and one night at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Breakfast is included at the hotels and at the Wadi Rum camp.

Is dinner included?

A barbecue dinner at the Wadi Rum camp is included. Other dinners are not included unless specifically stated.

Are Jordan visa fees included?

Yes, the Jordan visa fee is included as a free visa arrangement when the required passport details are provided in advance and you stay two or more consecutive nights.

How much guided time is included at Petra and Jerash?

Petra includes a three-hour English-speaking guide. Jerash includes an English-speaking guided visit of about one and a half hours.

Is the camel ride in Wadi Rum included?

No. The one-hour camel ride is optional and costs 10 JD, listed as approximately $15 per camel per hour.