Imagine Jordan
Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead SeaDive into the amazing history and culture of this incredible Kingdom. Enjoy mouth watering cuisine and enjoy Jordanian hospitality throughout this trip. From Amman visit iconic sights such as the Roman ruins at Jerash, and then travelling south to the Red Rose city of Petra and the unique landscape of Wadi Rum before ending with a few days relaxation at the Dead Sea.
At a glance
You can really immerse yourself in the culture of Jordan as you go through a tailormade trip covering the key sites of this diverse country
You trip starts in Amman where you can take a walking tour of the city to see the Roman amphitheatre and the Citadel before wondering through the ancient souq perhaps tasting some of the amazing street food before driving to visit the ancient Roman ruins in Jerash
From Amman your will travel on to the Rose Red City of Petra, Wadi Rum and end at the Dead Sea
Journey highlights
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You can really immerse yourself in the culture of Jordan as you go through a tailormade trip covering the key sites of this diverse country
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You trip starts in Amman where you can take a walking tour of the city to see the Roman amphitheatre and the Citadel before wondering through the ancient souq perhaps tasting some of the amazing street food before driving to visit the ancient Roman ruins in Jerash
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From Amman your will travel on to the Rose Red City of Petra, Wadi Rum and end at the Dead Sea
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Price Guide: (per person based on double occupancy and excludes international flights)
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| May | $2,900 | $700 | plan your trip |
| June | $2,900 | $700 | plan your trip |
| July | $2,900 | $700 | plan your trip |
| August | $2,900 | $700 | plan your trip |
| September | $3,300 | $800 | plan your trip |
| October | $3,600 | $900 | plan your trip |
| November | $3,300 | $800 | plan your trip |
| December | $3,300 | $800 | plan your trip |
| January | $3,600 | $900 | plan your trip |
| February | $3,600 | $900 | plan your trip |
| March | $3,600 | $900 | plan your trip |
| April | $3,300 | $800 | plan your trip |
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May
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$2,900
Deposit from*$700
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June
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$2,900
Deposit from*$700
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July
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$2,900
Deposit from*$700
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August
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$2,900
Deposit from*$700
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September
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,300
Deposit from*$800
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October
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,600
Deposit from*$900
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November
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,300
Deposit from*$800
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December
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,300
Deposit from*$800
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January
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,600
Deposit from*$900
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February
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,600
Deposit from*$900
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March
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,600
Deposit from*$900
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April
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$3,300
Deposit from*$800
- plan your trip
Itinerary
Amman
Your journey will start in Jordan's capital city, Amman, where ancient history meets modern Arabia. You will stay at the Al Qasr Metropole for 2 nights.
On your first morning you will take a private walking tour of Amman to learn about the city's history and culture, stopping off to visit the dramatic Citadel where you will see the Byzantine Church, the Temple of Hercules and the Ummayad Palace believed to have been built between the 7th and 8th century. From here you will then visit the Roman Amphitheatre and if time allows have an opportunity to wander through the old souq where you can absorb the sights, sounds and smells of this ancient market. In the afternoon you will be driven north to see the Roman ruins of Jerash which are some of the best preserved Roman ruins in the modern world. You will have the opportunity to stroll at your own pace to view Hadrian’s Arch, the Forum and the Corinthian columns of the Temple of Artemis. Your driver will return you to your hotel and you can either choose to have a relaxing evening at the Hotel or perhaps return to downtown Amman and enjoy dinner at one of spend the evening wonderful restaurants to experience Jordanian food.
Petra
You will leave Amman early morning and head south along the King's Highway, stopping off along the way to visit fascinating historical sites, including the Greek Orthodox Church of St George in Madaba, where you can glimpse the 6th century mosaic map of the Holy Land. From here your journey continue to Mount Nebo where Moses is believed to have first viewed the Holy Land and if time allows a visit to either Shobak or Kerak Castle. The journey time is approximately five hours.
Your base for 2 nights is Hyatt Zaman a charming hotel situated on a hillside in the village of Taybeh, close to the famous rose-red city of Petra. Whilst it is fairly simple, the Hyatt Zaman provides a comfortable base and plenty of character.
If you are in Petra on a Monday, Wednesday or Thursday, we recommend experiencing 'Petra by Night'. Enter though the Siq to see the Treasury lit by thousands of candles, and enjoy local music and Arabic tea in front of the iconic Treasury. This is truly an amazing Experience and a wonderful way to see the first glimpse of the Treasury.
The following day, you will get to experience the whole of the glorious Petra site. Start the day with a two-hour tour with a local guide, who will introduce you to the history of the legendary rose-red city. Wind your way through the Siq and along the main thoroughfare where you can stop off to see temples and tombs. Your tour will usually finish at the Qasr al Bint temple, and from here you can climb up the 800 steps to reach the Monastery, a beautiful temple carved into the rock face. You will have the rest of the day to explore the site at your leisure.
Wadi Rum
From Petra, it is around a 90-minute drive out to Wadi Rum, which was famously the base of T.E. Lawrence, known as Lawrence of Arabia, and his fellow soldiers during the Arab Revolt. Take a jeep ride through the extraordinary desert landscape with a local Bedouin, stopping off to visit sites of interest including hidden springs and canyons featuring ancient Nabatean inscriptions. Take in the stunning sunset before spending the night at a local camp, where you can enjoy incredible star-gazing.
Accommodation: Sun City Camp ( 1 night )Dead Sea - Jordan Side
From Wadi Rum you will head back northwards to the Dead Sea, which is around a three to four-hour drive from Wadi Rum. Before reaching your hotel, stop off to visit Bethany Beyond the Jordan. This important site is believed to be the place where Jesus was baptised by John the Baptist.
The Dead Sea, at 424 metres below sea level, is the lowest inland point on Earth. It has been hailed as a health resort since the times of Herod the Great and its minerals are fantastic for the skin.
On Arrival at you’re the Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea you will have the opportunity to relax, and perhaps float on the extremely salty Dead Sea. During your time at the Dead Sea, you may also wish to indulge in a local spa treatment which uses the mineral-rich mud from the shores.
On your final day you will leave the Dead Sea and head east to Queen Alia International Airport to catch your flight home.
Fly home from Amman
Call us on 858 523 9000 to start planning your holiday.
Experiences included in this itinerary
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Amman Downtown
Visit the downtown market and city center, the beautiful houses of Abdoun neighbourhood, Rainbow Street and Jabal Amman.
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Amman Walking Tour
Visit Amman's Roman Theatre, Byzantine Basilica and the Citadel and Ummayyad Palace during a walking tour of Jordan's capital city. During the tour you will also be able to take in the varying architecture and bustle of Amman's downtown area.
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Camel Safari in Wadi Rum
Take an hour to wander through Wadi Rum on the back of a camel. It is best done in the late afternoon as the sun sets, when the dramatic red desertscape is at its most stunning, or in the morning when the air is clear and crisp.
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Floating in the Dead Sea
Floating in the Dead Sea is a rather extraordinary experience, and a must-do when visiting Jordan. This is one of the few cases where pictures really can be believed, and it is possible to float practically on the surface of the mineral-rich water.
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Jordan Museum
Have a visit to Jordan Museum, opens daily 10am-2pm except on Friday.
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Jordan's Desert Castles
Jordan's desert castles are beautiful examples of early Islamic art and architecture. Some features include fine mosaics, frescoes, stone and stucco carvings and illustrations. Visit Amra, Azraq and Kharraneh for a full day from Amman.
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Kerak Castle
Built in 1161 by the Crusaders, Kerak is a perfect example of mediaeval castle design. The castle is a dark maze of stone-vaulted halls and passageways. Its most famous occupant was Reynald de Chatillon, who had a reputation for treachery and brutality.
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Little Petra
Significantly smaller than the main site of Petra, Little Petra is nevertheless worth a visit, offering a taster of incredible Nabataean architecture.
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Petra by Night
Thousands of candles are lit to enhance this experience and seeing the Treasury lit up is truly an unforgettable experience.
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Wadi Rum Camel Safari
Take an hour to wander through Wadi Rum on the back of a camel. It is best done in the late afternoon as the sun sets, when the dramatic red desertscape is at its most stunning, or early in the morning when the air is clear and crisp.
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Wadi Rum Jeep Safari
Wadi Rum offers stunning vistas, wide open spaces and fascinating natural rock structures. Enjoy a two-hour jeep ride here to visit the Khazali Canyon, the rock bridges, Lawrence of Arabia's house, Lawrence's Springs and ancient Nabataean inscriptions.
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When to visit
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We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 858 523 9000 to start planning your holiday.
Why Scott Dunn?
At Scott Dunn, we live and breathe travel. An insatiable appetite to discover the world runs through everything we do. We relish the planning and revel in the detail. We know it’s the smallest touches that make the biggest difference, and we stop at nothing to make every trip not only exceptional but totally unique.
- Every itinerary is crafted from scratch, based around exactly what’s important to you
- Packed full of unique experiences, hand-picked by our journeys team
- Expert local guides enrich your experience in every destination
- Your own dedicated Travel Specialist who will take care of every detail of your trip
- We have a 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- We offer flexibility and financial protection to give you total peace of mind