Jordan: Ancient Wonders, Desert Landscapes & the Dead Sea

Begin exploring Jordan’s fascinating capital, often referred to as the White City for its distinctive limestone buildings.

Visit the impressive Citadel, perched high above the city, where archaeological remains span the Bronze Age, Roman, Byzantine and early Islamic periods. Enjoy panoramic views across Amman, including the magnificent Roman Theatre below.

Continue to the Jordan Museum, home to one of the country’s finest collections of archaeological treasures, including the remarkable Ain Ghazal statues and the world-famous Dead Sea Scrolls.

Later, visit the Royal Automobile Museum, which showcases an impressive collection of classic vehicles alongside the story of modern Jordan and the Hashemite royal family.

Return to your hotel for the evening.

Travel south to Madaba, renowned for its extraordinary Byzantine mosaics and the celebrated sixth-century mosaic map of the Holy Land, preserved inside St George’s Church.

Continue to Mount Nebo, traditionally believed to be the place where Moses viewed the Promised Land. On a clear day, sweeping views extend across the Jordan Valley towards the Dead Sea.

Travel along the scenic King’s Highway, pausing for photographs at the impressive Crusader fortress of Kerak before continuing to the ancient city of Petra.

Spend the day discovering one of the world’s greatest archaeological treasures.

Enter Petra through the dramatic Siq, a narrow sandstone gorge leading to the iconic Treasury, whose magnificent façade has become one of Jordan’s defining images.

Beyond the Treasury lies an extraordinary city carved directly into rose-red sandstone cliffs. Explore ancient temples, royal tombs, a Roman-style theatre, colonnaded streets and fascinating archaeological remains that reveal Petra’s importance as the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom.

Please note that Petra covers a large area with uneven surfaces, gradients and natural terrain. Accessibility varies throughout the site, and some areas may require additional assistance.

Leave Petra behind as you journey into the spectacular desert wilderness of Wadi Rum.

Often described as the Valley of the Moon, Wadi Rum is famed for its towering sandstone mountains, sweeping red sand dunes and breathtaking desert scenery. The landscape has been home to Bedouin communities for centuries, with ancient rock carvings and inscriptions still visible throughout the region.

Enjoy time to appreciate this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage landscape before settling into your desert camp for dinner beneath the stars.

Please note that accessibility within Wadi Rum camps and desert terrain can be limited, although selected camps offer wheelchair-accessible tent accommodation.

Continue south to Aqaba, Jordan’s only coastal city on the shores of the Red Sea.

The remainder of the day is free to enjoy at your own pace. Relax by the beach, explore the marina, visit local cafés or simply enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery. Aqaba is also renowned for its crystal-clear waters, colourful coral reefs and excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities.

Travel north to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth.

Known for its exceptionally high mineral content, the Dead Sea has attracted visitors seeking relaxation and wellbeing for thousands of years. Spend the afternoon enjoying your resort facilities or experience the unique sensation of floating effortlessly in its famously buoyant waters.