Premium Jordan

Intrepid Travel · 8 days
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
Premium Jordan
8 Days
From AUD $5165
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


 (20 reviews)

Premium Jordan

Premium Jordan

Intrepid Travel · 8 days
4.2
20 Reviews
Duration

8 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Journey through Jordan on an eight-day Premium adventure and discover a land of desert treasures and altruistic people. See the soaring facades of Petra – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and the lowest lows of the Dead Sea.

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (7), Dinner (7)
Accommodation: Comfortable hotel (6 nights), Feature Stay (1 night)

Highlights

  • Spend a day exploring the majesty of Petra, embark on a 4WD adventure through the wind-swept rock formations of Wadi Rum and experience the unique sensation of floating in the Dead Sea.
  • Experience isolated elegance during your Feature Stay at a comfortable Bedouin-style camp in Wadi Rum. During a Signature Experience, a trained astronomer will explain how Bedouins used the starry sky as navigation.
  • Lift the lid on Jordanian cuisine when you dine in a local restaurant in Amman and learn the tricks of the trade during an immersive cooking class run by three sisters in their grandmother’s home.
  • Embrace local life as you travel with a passionate Jordanian leader, giving you a deeper understanding of the communities and historic sites you visit.
  • Cozy up in Bedouin-style seating as the sun dips behind the sandstone mountains for a private sunset experience in a secluded and picturesque spot, with snacks and local wine or champagne.
Premium Jordan

Trip Details

Duration

8 days

Transportation

Private vehicle, Jeep

Guide Language

English

Starts

Amman, Jordan

Finishes

Amman, Jordan

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Explorer, Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Amman
Ahlan wa sahlan! Welcome to Jordan. You’ll be met by an Intrepid representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm at your hotel with your group and local leader. If you arrive early, maybe visit a local cafe and pick up a coffee and ara’yes (pita filled with spiced meats). Or, head to the Old Town’s Roman Amphitheatre or the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts. After your meeting, head for dinner in what feel more like a sophisticated private home than a typical restaurant. Within this charming 1950s villa in Jabal Al-Weibdeh, you’ll dine surrounded by local artwork, enjoying beloved Jordanian dishes like mansaf (lamb and rice with yoghurt sauce) and kunafa (a dessert made with filo pastry and cheese).

Included Activities:

  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer
  • Amman - Welcome Dinner

Accommodation:

  • InterContinental Amman or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Amman
This morning, leave Amman for a short drive north to Jerash, where you’ll find some of the world’s best Greco-Roman ruins. Featuring an 11 m (36 ft) arched gateway built for a visit from the Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 129, Jerash is home to a collection of theatres, baths, public buildings and colonnaded streets. Your leader will share the history of the ruins and help you imagine what life once looked like in this Roman city. After, return to Amman and head to a cooking school for a look behind the scenes of Jordanian cuisine. During this hands-on activity, you will learn how to make some classic dishes like maqlubeh, mutabbal and baba ghanouj before sitting down as a group to enjoy the fruits of your labour. Finish the day with a walking tour of Amman with a local guide. Set off from Jabal Amman, learning the story of the city, through waves of migration and the global events that influenced it, to longstanding cultural and culinary traditions.

Included Activities:

  • Jerash - Roman ruins
  • Amman - cooking class and dinner
  • Amman - City Tour

Accommodation:

  • InterContinental Amman or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Amman - Dana Biosphere Reserve - Little Petra
Today, journey from Amman to the Dead Sea. Named for the lack of life in its waters, this lake is so intensely salty that the water density makes swimming very difficult – but bobbing on the water’s surface is great fun! On the way, stop off at Mount Nebo and hear the story of how Moses is said to have seen the ‘promised land’ before he died from what is believed to be this very spot. At St Georges Church, see a Byzantine mosaic depicting a map of the Holy Land. When you arrive, enjoy some time to float in the waters of the Dead Sea, relax on your hotel’s beachfront or take a dip in the infinity pool.

Included Activities:

  • Madaba - St Georges Church
  • Mt Nebo - Site visit

Accommodation:

  • Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Petra
Depart the Dead Sea and drive to the ancient Crusader castle at Shobak – your leader will explain how this fortress was originally built to protect the eastern flank of the Latin Kingdom and its trade routes to the sea before it fell to Saladin in 1189. Enjoy the scenery then continue to your Petra accommodation. Petra dates to the 6th century BC and is considered the crown jewel of Jordan, featuring an impressive series of tombs and dwellings carved directly into the rock. When you arrive, you’ll have some free time to start uncovering the secrets of Petra at your own pace. The iconic view of the Treasury’s glorious facade, glimpsed from a narrow cleft known as the Siq, is perhaps the most striking sight of the entire region.

Included Activities:

  • Shobak - 'Crusader' Castle visit
  • Petra - Leader-led tour of Petra

Accommodation:

  • Petra Moon Luxury Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Petra
Today, you’ll explore Petra on a guided walking tour. Walk through the Siq that leads through the rock and is at some points only a few metres wide, with walls soaring up to 180 m (590.5 ft) on either side. If you wish, you’ll also have time to climb to the Monastery, providing a magnificent view of the entire site. Dinner this evening is a special one – you’ll visit the home of a local Bedouin family for a homemade dinner and the chance to learn more about life in Petra. Tonight, maybe take the chance to witness Petra’s transformation at nightfall – seeing the Treasury Plaza lit up by candlelight while Bedouin music plays is a truly memorable experience.

Included Activities:

  • Petra - Petra second day visit (unguided)
  • Petra - Homecooked Dinner with Local Family

Optional Activities:

  • Petra - Petra By Night (30 JOD)

Accommodation:

  • Petra Moon Luxury Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Wadi Rum
This morning, drive to Wadi Rum – a protected area of desert that impresses with sandstone mountains, canyons and arches. Enjoy some lunch in the small village of Rum, then jump into a local jeep and journey into Wadi Rum with your Bedouin hosts. Visit several of the area’s distinctive rock formations and appreciate the silent desert landscapes, home to hardy Bedouin communities that live in scattered camps. Gain a deeper understanding of their way of life as you join them for a zarb (underground oven) dinner at one of their camps, set deep in the desert. Tonight’s Feature Stay accommodation is a camp that offers a base among remote and wild surroundings. Spacious tents are fitted out with comforts like king-sized beds, air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. Join your group to watch the sunset with a trained astronomer, who will explain how Bedouins used the stars as navigation. Enjoy fresh dates, nuts and local wine or champagne in Bedouin-style seating as the sun dips behind the sandstone mountains. Later, fall asleep in your tent before awaking up to an equally dramatic sunrise over the red-hued landscape.

Included Activities:

  • Wadi Rum - Desert Jeep tour
  • Wadi Rum - Zarb Local Dinner
  • Wadi Rum – Sunset Experience

Accommodation:

  • Mazayen Camp or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Amman
After waking up in the sweeping surroundings of your Bedouin camp this morning, take a walk around the area before scaling one of the large dunes for panoramic views. After, return to Amman for the evening. Tonight’s exclusive farewell dinner is at one of Amman’s most celebrated farm-to-table restaurants. Indulge in traditional, seasonal Jordanian dishes within a beautifully restored, century-old villa with a garden terrace, an artisan boutique and even a soulful vinyl collection. It’s an atmospheric way to reminiscence with your group and say goodbye to Jordan.

Included Activities:

  • Wadi Rum - Desert and dunes walk

Accommodation:

  • InterContinental Amman or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
8
Day 8: Amman
Your trip will come to an end today after breakfast. If you have arranged a private airport transfer, you will be advised of the pick-up time. If you would like to spend more time in Amman, just get in touch with your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $5,165
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 8 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Journey through Jordan on an eight-day Premium adventure and discover a land of desert treasures and altruistic people. See the soaring facades of Petra – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and the lowest lows of the Dead Sea.

Check Availability Brochure

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 06 Feb 2027

View Map

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.0
Anna
Traveled, March 2024

04/02/2024

3 friends had a wonderful holiday which was supported by Mohammad our guide.

4.0
Susan
Traveled, March 2024

04/02/2024

We loved our trip with Mohammed! We were very lucky to have a personal tour with just the three of us (friends) would highly recommend..Mohammed has sock an in-depth knowledge of the country, its history & all the places we visited

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

In Business Since 1989

Book Now