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Jordan Package Tours

8 Day Jordan Discovery Tour from Amman: Pella, Jerash, Petra and Wadi Rum

8 days
Pickup: Queen Alia International Airport, Amman (on arrival)
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

Duration8 days
StartsDay 1, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes pre-paid hotel nights.

Overview

This 8 day Jordan tour from Amman covers the country from the Roman ruins of the north to the red desert of Wadi Rum in the south. Besides the big names like Petra, Jerash and the Dead Sea, it takes you to Pella and Umm Qais, two quieter sites in the Jordan Valley with views across to the Sea of Galilee. A licensed English-speaking guide, entrance fees to all sites on the program, a 4x4 ride in Wadi Rum and seven hotel nights with breakfast are included.

8 Day Jordan Tour from Amman: Route and Highlights

You land in Amman and spend four nights there: day 2 is a city tour, day 3 combines a Dead Sea float with Pella and Umm Qais, and day 4 covers Jerash and Ajloun Castle. On day 5 you drive the Kings' Way past Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Mujib and Kerak Castle to Petra, where you spend two nights and a full day inside the site. Day 7 brings Wadi Rum, a short stop in Aqaba if time allows and the return to Amman, and day 8 is your airport transfer.

This 8 day Jordan tour from Amman suits first-time visitors who want the full picture, history lovers who care about Roman cities and Crusader castles as much as Petra, and Bible readers who want to see Gadara and Mount Nebo. Eight days means you are never racing. Using Amman as a base for the first four nights cuts down on packing, and the free afternoon on day 2 gives you time to explore the capital on your own.

Arrival and departure transfers at Amman airport are part of the package. Choose 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels, priced per person in a shared double room for 2 or more travelers, or as a single room if you travel solo. Children and infants pay lower rates on the shared room options, and the booking form shows the exact price for your option and number of travelers. Because all hotel nights are pre-paid, the tour is non-refundable. Compare our 8 day Jordan tour with the desert castles, browse other 6 to 8 day tours or see all Jordan package tours. The tour departs daily, subject to availability, so pick your date and book your 8 day Jordan tour from Amman today.

Plan your visit: free travel guides

Highlights

Airport arrival and departure transfers in Amman
Amman Citadel, Roman Theater and two museums
A float in the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth
Pella and Umm Qais with views to the Sea of Galilee
Roman Jerash and the 12th century Ajloun Castle
Madaba, Mount Nebo and Kerak Castle on the Kings' Way
Two nights in Petra with a full guided day
Short 4x4 ride in Wadi Rum
7 hotel nights with breakfast, 3-star to 5-star options

Itinerary & route

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Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.

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Day 1Arrival in Amman
Your 8 day Jordan tour from Amman begins at Queen Alia International Airport, where you are met on arrival. A driver takes you to your hotel in the city. The rest of the day is free to rest after your flight. You sleep at your hotel in Amman.
2

Day 2Amman City Tour
A morning tour covers the Roman Theater, the Amman Citadel, the Archaeological and Folklore Museums, the old and modern parts of the city and one of its art galleries. The afternoon is free to explore downtown at your own pace. You sleep at your hotel in Amman.
3

Day 3Dead Sea, Pella and Umm Qais
Drive down to the Dead Sea and float in its salty water at the lowest point on earth. You then head north through the Jordan Valley to Pella and on to Umm Qais, the biblical Gadara, for a wide view over the Sea of Galilee, the Yarmouk River and the Golan Heights. You return to your hotel in Amman in the late afternoon.
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Day 4Jerash and Ajloun Castle
Late in the morning you visit Jerash, the ancient Gerasa and one of the best preserved Roman cities anywhere, with its theaters, temples, churches and colonnaded streets. You continue to Ajloun to tour the 12th century castle built by one of Saladin's commanders during the campaign against the Crusaders. You sleep at your hotel in Amman.
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Day 5The Kings' Way to Petra
Head south on the Kings' Way to Madaba, home of the oldest map of the Holy Land and a mosaic school, then climb Mount Nebo for the view over the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley. The road crosses the dramatic scenery of Wadi Mujib on the way to the Crusader castle of Kerak, with a stop for an optional lunch. You continue to Petra and sleep at your hotel there.
6

Day 6A Full Day in Petra
Today you explore Petra, carved into the rose-red Sharah Mountains by the Nabateans and rediscovered by the Swiss explorer Burckhardt. Walk through the Siq, the narrow gorge between the cliffs, to the Treasury, the Roman Theater, Qasr al-Bint, the Temple of the Winged Lions and other monuments. Stop for an optional lunch or climb up to the Monastery. You sleep at your hotel in Petra.
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Day 7Wadi Rum and Back to Amman
Drive south to Wadi Rum, the moon-like desert where Lawrence of Arabia was filmed, and explore this UNESCO-listed landscape on a short 4x4 ride. If time permits, you make a short visit to Aqaba, Jordan's only seaport. You then return north on the Desert Highway, with a stop for an optional lunch, and sleep at your hotel in Amman.
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Day 8Departure from Amman
After breakfast you are transferred to Queen Alia International Airport, with assistance at the departure formalities. If you want more time in Jordan, add a hotel night after the tour on the booking form. Contact us if you need a different transfer.

What's included

Included

Meet and greet with arrival transfer at Amman airport
Departure transfer to Amman airport with assistance
Licensed English-speaking guide throughout the trip
Transport in an air-conditioned tourist bus or car
Entrance fees to all sites on the program
7 hotel nights with breakfast at your chosen hotel level
Short 4x4 ride in Wadi Rum
Swim stop at the Dead Sea

Not included

Flights
Jordan visa fees and departure tax (visa and border fees can be pre-paid on the booking form)
Lunches and dinners (a lunch package is available as an extra)
Tips for the guide, driver, hotel and restaurant staff
Personal items such as laundry, drinks and minibar
Travel insurance

Pickup & meeting point

Queen Alia International Airport, Amman (on arrival)No pickup fee

You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Tour ends with: Departure from Amman

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

The tour starts with a meet and greet at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman on your arrival day, followed by a transfer to your hotel. Send us your flight details after booking. The tour departs daily, subject to availability, and ends with a transfer to the airport on day 8.

Accommodation

Seven nights with breakfast: four nights in Amman, two nights in Petra and a last night in Amman. Hotel names are sent with your confirmation.

Hotel Options and Prices

Choose 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels. Prices are per person in a shared double room for 2 or more travelers, or for a single room if you travel solo. Children and infants pay lower rates on the shared room options. The booking form shows the exact price for your option and number of travelers.

Border and Visa

Bring a valid passport. Visa rules depend on your nationality, and some travelers must arrange a Jordan visa before arrival. Visa fees and departure tax are not included. You can pre-pay your Jordan visa and border fees on the booking form, so you skip the cash payment at the border. Otherwise you pay them in cash at the border.

What to Bring

Valid passport
A small, lockable bag of around 10 kg, since you carry your own luggage
A day pack for water and a camera
Good walking shoes and a hat
A light water and windproof jacket
Swimwear for the Dead Sea
Warm layers from November to March

Dress Code

Jordan is a conservative country. Cover shoulders and knees at all times away from the beach or pool, especially at churches and religious sites such as Madaba and Mount Nebo. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is respectful and keeps you cool.

Physical Requirements

Moderate walking on most days, with long walks on uneven ground in Petra and Jerash. A normal level of fitness is enough.

Age and Children

Children are welcome. Children and infants pay lower rates on the shared room options, shown on the booking form.

Language

The tour is guided in English. In Petra, a local Spanish or French-speaking guide is available at no extra charge, and a local German, Italian or Russian-speaking guide is available for a small flat fee per booking (not per person). Choose it on the booking form.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable, because the package includes pre-paid hotel nights. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Cancellation fee
Any time after booking, or no-show	100% fee (no refund)

This tour includes flights or accommodation that are booked for you as soon as you book, so it is non-refundable, including no-shows. Border and visa fees are also non-refundable once paid. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation. If we cancel or materially change the tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a full refund. Read the booking terms.

Frequently asked questions

What does the 8 day Jordan tour from Amman include?

The price includes your airport transfers in Amman, transport in an air-conditioned bus or car, a licensed English-speaking guide throughout, entrance fees to all sites on the program, a short 4x4 ride in Wadi Rum, a float in the Dead Sea and seven hotel nights with breakfast at the level you choose. Lunches and dinners are not included. The booking form shows the exact price for your option and number of travelers.

Do I need a visa for Jordan, and what about my passport?

Bring a valid passport. Visa rules depend on your nationality, and some travelers must get a Jordan visa in advance, so check before you travel. Visa fees and departure tax are not included. You can pre-pay your Jordan visa and border fees on the booking form, so you skip the cash payment at the border. Otherwise you pay them in cash at the border.

Where does the tour start and end, and can I start from Israel?

The tour starts with a meet and greet at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman and ends with a transfer back to the same airport on day 8. If you are coming from Israel, contact us about other transfers. Our Israel Jordan border crossing guide explains how the land crossings work.

Which hotels will I stay in?

You spend four nights in Amman, two nights in Petra and a last night in Amman. Choose 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels when you book, in a shared double room for 2 or more travelers or a single room if you travel solo. Hotel names are sent with your confirmation.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast is included every morning. Lunches, dinners and drinks are not included, and the program builds in stops for an optional lunch. You can add a lunch package as an extra on the booking form.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. Children and infants pay lower rates on the shared room options, and the booking form shows the exact price. Petra and Jerash involve a lot of walking, so plan breaks for younger kids.

How much walking is involved?

Expect moderate walking most days on stone streets, gravel and sand, with the longest walks in Petra and Jerash. Comfortable shoes are a must, and the climb to the Monastery in Petra is optional.

When is the best time for a Jordan tour?

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons. From May to August it can be very hot, and from November to March nights can be cold, especially in the desert. Our travel guide has more tips for planning your trip.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

This tour is non-refundable because all hotel nights are paid in advance as soon as you book. Contact us if your plans change and we will try to help with a date change, subject to availability. See our booking terms for the full policy.

Can I book the tour in another language?

The tour is guided in English. For your day in Petra you can choose a local Spanish or French-speaking guide at no extra charge, or a local German, Italian or Russian-speaking guide for a small flat fee per booking, not per person. Pick your language on the booking form.

Why book with Booking-Tours

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