A mix of natural wonders and ancient history, Jordan has so much to offer the curious traveller. Explore cosmopolitan Amman and the mystic desert landscapes in Wadi Rum. Visit the towering ruins of Petra and trek to its remote hilltop village, then discover the vibrant mosaics of Madaba. This eight-day journey through Jordan’s hotspots is an exciting and enriching adventure through a desert land, best experienced with the insights of an expert local leader and packed with authentic local experiences.
This itinerary takes you on a journey through the United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Abu Dhabi), Qatar (Doha), Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia (Al-Hofuf, Riyadh, Medina and Jeddah). Your journey begins in Jeddah, where you'll marvel at the towering Jeddah Tower, stroll along the picturesque Corniche, and explore the lively Fish Market. The historic Al-Balad district, with its narrow streets and coral stone houses, offers a glimpse into the city's rich heritage, while Tabeyat International City blends modern urban design with cultural vibrancy. From Jeddah, head to Medina to visit the revered Prophet's Mosque, a spiritual center and key pilgrimage site. Next, travel to AL-’ULA, an open-air museum with stunning rock formations like Elephant Rock. In Tabuk, explore a historical castle and mud house museum before heading to Riyadh, where the city's modern skyscrapers, malls, and landmarks such as the Kingdom Centre and National Museum await. Then, venture to Al Hofuf, or Al-Ahsa, to experience the lush palm groves and traditional architecture of the Al-Ahsa Oasis. Your journey continues in Bahrain, where you’ll discover the Friendship Bridge, Muharraq, the vibrant souks, the Bahrain National Museum, Al Fatih Mosque, and the famous "Tree of Life." In Doha, take in the Corniche, stadiums, museums, souks, and the cultural hub of Katara. Dubai’s futuristic skyline and luxury shopping await you, followed by Abu Dhabi's stunning landmarks, including the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and the Louvre. In Al Ain, experience the lively trading of livestock and the city's vibrant culture. Discover Fujairah's historic adobe fortress and museum, then relax at Khor Fakkan's beautiful beach. Finally, visit Sharjah’s Fort and Museum of Islamic Civilization before concluding your extraordinary journey with the immersive "Rain Room," a modern art installation where you can walk through artificial rain without getting wet.
We begin our journey in Amman, Jordan, with an arrival transfer and free time before we explore the ancient Roman city of Jerash and Amman's key historical sites, including the Citadel and Roman Theatre, the following day. Day two also includes a local street food experience and an evening visit to the Wild Jordan Centre. Our journey then continues south along the scenic King's Highway, where we stop at the historical sites of Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Shobak Castle en route to Petra. We dedicate an entire day to discovering the magnificent Nabataean city of Petra, walking through the Siq to marvel at the Treasury and exploring other tombs and monuments, with options like Petra by Night or a cookery class available to us the previous evening.
Following Petra, our adventure takes us into the striking desert landscapes of Wadi Rum, where we stay overnight at a Bedouin camp, complete with a traditional meal and an included Jeep safari the next morning; optional activities like camel rides or hot air ballooning are also offered. We conclude the Jordanian segment of our trip with a journey to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth, where we have ample time to float in the hypersaline waters and experience the therapeutic mud, before we transfer to Amman airport on day six.
We then transition to Egypt with a flight from Amman to Cairo (note: this flight cost is not included). Upon arrival in Cairo, we begin our exploration with the iconic Giza Plateau, visiting the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, followed by trips to the ancient capital Memphis and the Step Pyramid at Saqqara. An early flight takes us to Luxor, the ancient Thebes, where we explore the West Bank's treasures, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon, before boarding our 5-star Nile cruise ship. In the evening, we enjoy an illuminated tour of Luxor Temple. Our cruise continues with a visit to the vast Karnak Temple complex as we sail upstream towards Aswan, stopping at the well-preserved Temple of Edfu and the unique double temple of Kom Ombo along the way.
In Aswan, our highlights include an optional early morning excursion to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel, taking a traditional Felucca sailboat ride on the Nile, visiting the relocated Philae Temple complex, and stopping at the Aswan High Dam. Afterwards, we fly back to Cairo for our guided tour of the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamun's treasures. Our final full day offers free time or an optional tour covering Coptic Cairo, the Citadel, and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar. We conclude our tour on day thirteen with free time in Cairo before our departure transfer to the airport.
Accommodation is in comfortable mid-range hotels in Jordan, Bedouin tents with proper beds in Wadi Rum, 5-star hotels in Cairo and a 5-star Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan.
Embark on an extraordinary journey through Jordan that combines the country's most breathtaking historical sites with the magic of a celestial spectacle. This unique "Nabatean Nights & Perseid Meteor Shower" tour is meticulously planned each year to ensure you are in the heart of the Wadi Rum desert during the peak activity of the stunning Perseid meteor shower. It offers a rare opportunity to experitheence Jordan's timeless wonders alongside an unforgettable night under a canopy of shooting stars, timed perfectly for optimal viewing.
Your adventure covers Jordan's essential highlights, allowing you to step back in time as you explore the magnificent rock-carved city of Petra, an ancient Nabatean marvel. You'll also have the chance to experience the unique sensation of floating effortlessly in the hyper-saline waters of the Dead Sea at the lowest point on Earth. The itinerary balances these iconic experiences with discovering Jordan's rich history and dramatic landscapes as you travel through the kingdom.
The true crescendo of the tour unfolds in the vast, silent beauty of Wadi Rum. After exploring its majestic sandstone mountains and sweeping red dunes by jeep, you'll prepare for the night's main event. Staying in a Bedouin camp chosen for its remoteness and minimal light pollution, you'll be perfectly positioned to witness the Perseid meteor shower. Imagine lying back on the desert sands, gazing up at the clear night sky as meteors blaze trails overhead – a truly magical experience deliberately scheduled as the tour's centrepiece.
The standard tour price is based on comfortable 4-star hotels, however, an upgrade to superior grade hotels is also available, which enhances the accommodation used in Amman, Petra and the Dead Sea while the unique stay in Wadi Rum remains consistent across both options.
2027 is set to be an exciting year for astronomy enthusiasts, why not combine your time in Jordan with a once in a lifetime solar eclipse in Egypt on our Egypt Eclipse Adventure Tour.
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Uncover Jordan’s treasures on this 8-day journey from Amman to the Dead Sea. Step back in time among the Roman ruins of Jerash and Umm Qais, then head south to the iconic rose-red city of Petra. Marvel at the vast desert landscapes of Wadi Rum on a thrilling 4x4 safari and explore the Crusader stronghold of Shobak Castle. If travelling between April and October, you’ll trek through the dramatic Wadi Mujib canyon before ending with two relaxing days floating in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea. It’s a perfect blend of ancient sites, natural wonders, and unforgettable scenery.
Join us on this 10-day, guided trip and get the chance to explore some of the most popular destinations in Jordan. Our representative will pick you up from Queen Alia International Airport upon arrival and drive you to your accommodation. Head for Petra, the fabled city carved in rocks, on the second day of this trip.
Your next destination on the itinerary is Wadi Rum. Spend 4 nights in the desert. Ride camels and explore the area with your Bedouin guide. Transfer to a hotel near the Dead Sea next and spend the final days of the tour relaxing on the shore and floating in its waters.
We will transfer you to the airport after the tour is over. For more about this trip, please go through the itinerary below.
My friend and I had a fantastic time on our trip. We were met by someone who helped us get the necessary paperwork, traveled to Wadi rum (we slept), stopped at a nice shop where we purchased beautiful scarves, and departed with our Wadi Rum local guide! Our guide was awesome, know all of the best spots to visit and photo spots as well! He was kind and attentive as I got sick at the beginning of our journey. We enjoyed staying at Sun Camp - the staff was so kind to us and generous in their efforts. We were fasting and they prepared food for us that night so we wouldn't be hungry. Our driver drove us to Petra (we slept), checked in to the hotel, and thoroughly enjoyed our guide who was also a local! We definitely benefited from his knowledge and connections! We enjoyed dinner in a cave and the following day our driver made arrangements for us to add an additional stop (for a cost). We were blessed to visit Jesus' baptism site before enjoying the amazing Dead Sea!
Cross the desert of Dubai by 4WD Land Cruiser on a half-day evening safari, with plenty of stops to take photographs of the scenery en route.
Following a hotel pick-up from any hotel in Dubai, you will drive across the sand dunes en route to a camel farm. Then, continue your drive to watch a beautiful sunset before reaching a nomadic camp.
Upon arrival, you will have the chance to ride the “ships of the desert” to see the landscape from a different perspective on the back of a camel. Get an adrenaline fix during a sand boarding ride down the dunes, or, if you feel more like relaxing, get a henna design on your hands or feet.
Having worked up an appetite, sit down to a delicious barbecue dinner, and try a traditional Arabic water pipe. Before your return transfer to Dubai, be mesmerized by an authentic belly dance show as a lithe dancer performs around the campfire by starlight.
An exciting desert tour for all the morning people which is not only entertaining but adventurous as it will be a fresh start in the dunes and you will be having a lot of fun and gaining a thrilling experience.
Our car will pick you up in the morning around 9am and will take you straight to the desert where you can enjoy 20 minutes of our awesome dunes bashing and then it takes you to the camp where you can try 15 minutes of Quad biking and camel ride and sand skiing. Water and soft drinks will also be provided by us. The total duration will be 3-4 hours.
We are looking forward to giving you an amazing experience in the sand dunes!
