Dana to Petra Trek - 8 Days

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Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

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Highlights

Follow the most famous section of the 'Jordan Trail' from Dana to Petra

Explore Dana Nature Reserve

Walk amongst sculpted sandstone, through deep gorges and across high ridges, climbing gradually up to 1100m at the high viewpoint above Petra

Camp Bedouin style under the desert stars

Explore Petra - UNESCO-listed Nabataean city that was all but lost to the modern world until its rediscovery in 1812

Visit 'Little Petra' via the secret route and the Baidha Neolithic village

Itinerary

Ready to push your limits? The Dana to Petra Trek – 8 Days offers a challenging adventure for seasoned trekkers eager to experience Jordan’s dramatic landscapes and ancient wonders. Starting in Madaba, you’ll spend six days traversing the untamed countryside along the Jordan Trail, journeying from the lush Dana Nature Reserve to the awe-inspiring rose-red city of Petra.

Camp Bedouin-style under star-filled skies, soaking up authentic hospitality and local flavors along the way. With physically demanding hikes over rugged terrain, this strenuous trip rewards your efforts with extraordinary vistas and a deep sense of accomplishment.

What makes this trekking tour package truly unique is its immersive, off-the-beaten-path approach, allowing you to connect with Jordan’s wild beauty and rich heritage in a way few travelers ever do.

day 1Madaba

Upon arrival into Amman airport, you will be met and transferred to our start hotel in Madaba. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

OverNight

Madaba

day 2The Dana Nature Reserve

day 3Trek to Wadi Barwas Canyon

day 4Follow ancient Bedouin trails

day 5Trek to Shkaret Msei'd

day 6Trek through rock canyons to Little Petra

day 7Explore Petra

day 8Amman

What's Included

Accommodation

2 nights 3 star hotels and 5 nights camping5 days of trekking - Full service on trek including baggage support and camping equipment (excluding personal equipment)

Meals

Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 6 dinners

Transport

One group departure transfer from Petra to Amman airport on day 8Airport arrival transfer on day 1All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Guide

A Bedouin trekking guideEscorted by a licensed Jordanian tour guide

Entrance

Entrance fee for Dana ReserveGuided sightseeing tour of Petra including entrance fees

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