The 12 Day Trips from Jordan Worth the Early Start

1.Petra & Wadi Rum: Full Day Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 14 hours · from $133Our pick

Travel by private air-conditioned car from the Amman area to Petra and Wadi Rum, with bottled water, Wi-Fi, and phone charging. Walk the Siq, Treasury, Royal Tombs, and Petra’s main route, then take an optional 2-hour 4x4 ride through Wadi Rum. Drivers such as Bardaghawi, Ibrahim, Wael, and Mahmoud are known for patient, flexible service.

“We had an amazing day visiting Petra and doing a jeep tour in Wadi Rum. From start to finish everything was smooth and well organized. Our guide and driver, Bardaghawi, was right on time picking us up from the hotel and immediately made us feel comfortable. He is truly an excellent host: knowledgeable, kind, and very intuitive about what works best for you during the day. We put a lot of trust in him, and it paid off. He knows when to guide, when to give space, and how to make the experience feel personal rather than rushed. On top of that, he’s great to talk to and makes the…”

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2.Amman Petra Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews · from $95Top rated

You’ll leave Amman for a private, air-conditioned drive to Petra, with a rest stop, onboard Wi-Fi, and water. At the visitor center, choose independent exploring or add a two-hour local guide. Expect the Siq, Treasury, Street of Facades, Royal Tombs, and about three hours in Petra before the ride back.

“We booked a trip from Amman to Petra over the weekend. We were picked up from the hotel by Mohammed Bardaghawi. He contacted us the day before to arrange for pick up. The drive was smooth and Bardaghawi was so friendly and offered us coffee, water and snacks at multiple stops during the trip. He also gave us some tips about the place and things to do at Petra! On the way back, Bardaghawi showed us a couple of touristic sights along the way back to Amman and took us to eat some of the best Shawerma in town! The whole trip was smooth and very comfortable thanks to the…”

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3.A Full Day Trip To Petra From Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · from $93

Travel from Amman to Petra in a private, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver, hotel pickup, bottled water, and onboard Wi-Fi. You get about four hours at Petra to see the Siq, Treasury, colonnaded streets, Qasr al-Bint, and possibly the Monastery. Entry and a local guide cost extra.

“Great trip to Petra made even better by having Anas as my driver. He was very friendly and flexible with timings, meaning I didn’t feel rushed. He also gave me information about Jordan and places we saw on the journey, stopping at view points and historical sites along the way. As a solo traveller I felt very safe and comfortable. Thank you!”

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4.3 Day Trip – Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $499

Travel from Amman with a private English-speaking driver, stopping at Mount Nebo, Madaba, Dana, Shobak Castle, Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. You get two nights with breakfast, a Bedouin dinner, and a two-hour Jeep ride. Drivers such as Ali, Ahmad, and Murad Dasan are praised for care and clear planning.

“Murad Dasan did an amazing job about driver. Very knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. The trip was perfect. We saw far more than we would have booking our own car.”

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5.Private Day Trip to Petra with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 129 reviews · 12 hours · from $125

Leave Amman in the morning for a private 12-hour Petra trip with hotel pickup, an English-speaking driver, and a modern air-conditioned vehicle. Walk through the Siq to the Treasury, see the Theater, climb to the Monastery, and return via the High Place of Sacrifice. Drivers including Oday, Fares, and Khader have earned praise for punctuality and helpful local advice.

“Khaled was fantastic. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. We really enjoyed the Jordan because of his assistance. If you’re going to Jordan, look this man up!”

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6.Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea Private 2-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 2 days · from $227

Travel privately from Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea with an English or Arabic-speaking driver. Walk Petra’s Siq, watch the desert sunset, stay in a deluxe tent with private bathroom and AC, and add a 2-hour 4x4 safari. The pace is flexible, though a local Petra guide is not included.

“We took part in an intense yet wonderful 2-day program full of unforgettable experiences. The sights were breathtaking, and every moment was truly special. Our driver, Emad, made the trip exceptional – he was extremely polite, attentive, knowledgeable, and experienced. Such hospitality is rare to find. This program was worth every penny. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”

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7.Day Trip to Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Baptism Site & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 96 reviews · 10 hours · from $74

Travel privately from Amman with an English-speaking driver such as Shadi, Bader, Adnan, or Mr. Mint. See Madaba’s famous mosaic map, Mount Nebo’s wide Jordan Valley views, the Baptism Site, and the Dead Sea. The final stop includes floating, mineral mud, towels, and resort time when that option is selected.

“Amazing trip with an amazing tour guide Anas who is very passionate about his job and approach to his clients. He was adding very interesting facts about Jordan that made this trip more interesting. The trip included the most important sites of Jordan, espessially dead sea area. I really recommend this trip option espessially if you are looking for something unique.”

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8.Full-Day Trip to Petra with Roundtrip Flights

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 69 reviews · 14 hours · from $573

Fly from Ben Gurion Airport to Ramon Airport, cross into Jordan with arranged assistance, and reach Petra by air-conditioned van. An English-speaking local guide leads you through the Siq, Treasury, tombs, and theater. You also get desert viewpoints, a Jordanian buffet lunch, and an optional short horseback ride.

“The tour itself was great. Transportation to and from the boarder was good too but the flights were exhausting. I was more tired from the flights than the actual excursion.”

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9.Private Petra Day Trip with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 64 reviews · 10 hours · from $186

Travel from Amman to Petra in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide, then join a local guide for a two-hour visit through the Siq to the Treasury, Theater, Royal Tombs, and Byzantine Church. You also get free time for the Monastery, High Place of Sacrifice, Petra Museum, and Little Petra. Guides such as Abood, Sufyan, and Samer have earned strong praise, though names are not guaranteed.

“Saqr was a wonderful driver. He was very kind and accommodating. After our trip ti Petra, he also drove me to the dead sea the next day and to the airport when I departed. The guide for the tour was nice and informative, he leaves you half way and the rest you’re on your own. Don’t pay for someone to take you to the top to take pictures, you can go yourself for free. Just ask someone who has already gone and they’ll tell you how to go up.”

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10.Petra and Dead Sea Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 39 reviews · 6 hours - 7 days · from $63Best value

Travel from Amman to Petra for three hours, then unwind at a five-star Dead Sea resort with lunch, beach access, and time in the salty water. Your English- or Arabic-speaking driver, including Raed, Maen, or Emad, handles the road and practical details. Bring swimwear, towels, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a hat.

“1.Petra = properly arranged by tour guide with brief description for the trail 2.Lunch at Crown Plaza=suggested by tour guide with good offer. Nice lunch at the hotel with good view 3.Dead Sea= Spectacular scenery – dramatic desert landscapes, salt formations along the shore, and golden sunsets over the water -Overall is good well organized & smooth logistics — Pickup from airport-hotel, comfortable vehicles, sometimes WiFi, clear itineraries, things mostly go as advertised. ”

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11.Petra, Wadi Rum, & Dead Sea 2-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 2 days · from $349

Travel from Amman with an English-speaking driver to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Walk Petra at your own pace, spend the night in a Bedouin tent, and take a 2-hour Jeep ride through the desert. Deluxe tents have private bathrooms and climate control. The route includes long drives and extra entrance fees.

“Amazing trip, with a lot of places to visit, I totally recommend Oday, it’s a professional person, with a nice car and a lot of interesting stories to tell about the history of the places.”

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12.To Al-Mujib Canyon & Dead Sea Salt Beach Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 32 reviews · 6 hours - 1 day · from $97

Travel from Amman with a driver such as Khalil, Murad, Bader, or Raed to Wadi Mujib for a wet, rope-assisted canyon hike ending at a waterfall. Then spend about 2.5 hours at the Dead Sea, floating among salt crystals and using mineral mud. The $97 price includes transport, Wi-Fi, water, and hotel pickup, but not canyon fees or meals.

“We had the most amazing day trip from Amman to Al-Mujib and the Dead Sea, a must do if you are in Jordan & all thanks to our incredible driver, Khalil. From start to finish, he was punctual, professional, and exceptionally accommodating. Khalil added so many thoughtful touches that made our day extra special - from a morning coffee and bottled water to a surprise ice cream on the way home. Although we had a set itinerary, he was more than happy to make extra stops for photos, which truly enriched the experience. What stood out the most was Khalil’s warm personality, respectful nature, engaging conversation & a great sense…”

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