📍 Jordan

JORDAN ODYSSEY: ROSE-RED PETRA TO WADI RUM SILENCE

Q: What weather should you expect?

Spring (March-May): Perfect weather with comfortable temperatures (18-28°C), minimal rainfall, and ideal conditions for exploring archaeological sites and desert regions. Excellent balance of pleasant weather and moderate tourist numbers with wildflower blooms in desert areas. Autumn (September-November): Excellent temperatures (20-30°C) with clear skies, perfect outdoor conditions, and comfortable hiking weather. Second-best season with beautiful weather for Petra visits, reasonable prices, excellent photography lighting. Winter (December-February): Cool temperatures (8-18°C) with occasional rainfall, fewer crowds, and budget-friendly rates. Some sites may close early, but excellent for cultural exploration and avoiding summer heat. Summer (June-August): Very hot temperatures (30-45°C) making outdoor activities challenging during midday hours. Early morning and evening activities recommended, highest accommodation rates, extreme heat limits desert exploration.

Rose temples emerging from canyon shadows, rust-colored desert towers piercing infinite sky, weightless floating on the Dead Sea. Jordan, a journey of initiation.

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Days

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Stops

📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Float in the Dead Sea, then follow the canyons to Petra and its red facade rising from the rock. Push on to Wadi Rum for a night under the stars, to the rhythm of Bedouin fires and sand. Between mineral water, ancient city and desert, Jordan offers a striking crossing of landscapes and stories.

Petra: rose treasury at dawn
Wadi Rum: Bedouin stars, sandstone towers
Dead Sea: float in mineral stillness
Aqaba: Red Sea coral warmth

Your day-by-day itinerary

Day

Amman

citadel views over seven ancient hills

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Day 1

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Jerash — Forum/Oval Plaza, Cardo, Nymphaeum, arches and temples

Amman — Citadel (Temple of Hercules, Umayyad Palace, panorama)

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Next stop

Distance: 78 km

Travel time: 1h34

Day

Dead Sea

float weightless in mineral blue silence

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Day 2

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Madaba — Archaeological Park (mosaics)

Madaba — Saint George Church (Madaba Map)

Dead Sea — floating and mineral mud

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Distance: 20 km

Travel time: 24min

Day

Ma In Hot Springs

thermal cascades tumble through desert canyon

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Day 3

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Wadi Ma'in — hot springs and waterfalls

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Distance: 186 km

Travel time: 3h43

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Wadi Musa Petra

rose-carved Nabatean city emerges from rock

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Day 4

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Wadi Mujib — Siq Trail (water canyon to the waterfall)

Petra — Siq (main access)

Petra — Al-Khazneh (Treasury) and viewpoints

Petra — Al-Deir (Monastery)

+2 Places visited

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Distance: 114 km

Travel time: 2h17

Day

Wadi Rum

Bedouin camps beneath rust-red monoliths

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Day 5

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Wadi Rum — 4x4 tour: dunes, arches, canyons, petroglyphs

Wadi Rum — sunset in the desert

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Wadi Rum — night at camp or under the stars

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Next stop

Distance: 52 km

Travel time: 1h02

Day

Aqaba

coral gardens shimmer in Red Sea warmth

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Day 6

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Aqaba — waterfront and scouting of swimming areas

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⏱️ Long drive (5h+)

Distance: 368 km

Travel time: 7h21

Day

Amman

citadel views over seven ancient hills

10 photos

Day 7

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South Aqaba — snorkeling on reefs (Berenice Beach)

Scenic route — King's Highway and Dead Sea Highway

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Next stop

Distance: 35 km

Travel time: 42min

Day

Queen Alia Airport

gateway to Hashemite kingdom wonders

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Day 8

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (March-May): Perfect weather with comfortable temperatures (18-28°C), minimal rainfall, and ideal conditions for exploring archaeological sites and desert regions. Excellent balance of pleasant weather and moderate tourist numbers with wildflower blooms in desert areas.

Autumn (September-November): Excellent temperatures (20-30°C) with clear skies, perfect outdoor conditions, and comfortable hiking weather. Second-best season with beautiful weather for Petra visits, reasonable prices, excellent photography lighting.

Winter (December-February): Cool temperatures (8-18°C) with occasional rainfall, fewer crowds, and budget-friendly rates. Some sites may close early, but excellent for cultural exploration and avoiding summer heat.

Summer (June-August): Very hot temperatures (30-45°C) making outdoor activities challenging during midday hours. Early morning and evening activities recommended, highest accommodation rates, extreme heat limits desert exploration.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 8 and 12 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Jordan?

Ancient kingdom with Petra wonder, desert landscapes, and warm hospitality. Experience archaeological treasures, traditional Bedouin culture, and authentic Middle Eastern experiences. The country offers historical significance with natural beauty and cultural depth. Jordan provides life-changing historical experiences with cultural authenticity and natural wonders.