- Tour code
JORADV01
- Start
Amman
- End
Amman
- Min. age
16 years old
- Group size
Max 6-16 travellers
- Trip style
Explorer
- Trip pace
Active
- Language
English
Seven days, one small country and a lot of ground covered. You start and finish in Amman, where the ancient Citadel looks down on a modern city of cafés and souks, and in between the route drops to the shores of the Dead Sea, then heads south through the water-carved canyon of Wadi Mujib to Petra.
Petra gets a full day, with a guided introduction, time to roam alone and a return after dark for its light and music show. Then comes Wadi Rum: a jeep ride through the desert, sunset at camp and a sky crowded with stars.
Along the way you'll cook Arabic home dishes with a local, float in the saltiest water on earth and share four group dinners, starting with a mezze welcome in Amman.
Expect early starts and plenty of movement in a group of 6 to 16 travelers; the payoff is a country seen from many angles in very little time.
Why This Journey
Jordan packs Roman ruins, a Nabataean city cut into rock, the lowest point on land and one of the world's great deserts into a country you can cross in a day's drive. Seeing it independently means juggling drivers, entry tickets, seasonal canyon openings and a desert camp; here those pieces are arranged, and your Soca Islands Host keeps the days flowing.
It suits active travelers who are happy to get wet in a canyon and sleep under desert skies, and who want food and conversation as much as monuments. Jordanian hospitality is famous, and the shared meals, the cooking class and the evenings at camp let you feel it first-hand.
Where You'll Stay
Amman (2 nights): Amman Rotana, in the Abdali district. Dead Sea (1 night): Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, at Sweimeh. Petra (2 nights): Mövenpick Resort Petra, at the entrance to the site in Wadi Musa. Wadi Rum (1 night): a desert camp. Proposed accommodation (or similar), subject to confirmation. Prices are based on sharing a double room with two beds.
Getting There
International Flights Not Included. International airfare to and from the destination is not included in the package price. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own flights and ensuring their arrival and departure align with the trip itinerary. The trip starts and ends in Amman, with Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) the arrival and departure airport; arrival and departure airport transfers are included. Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
What you will see and do
Walk into Petra, the rose-red city carved from the cliffs
Sleep at a desert camp in Wadi Rum beneath a sky crowded with stars
Float without effort in the salty water of the Dead Sea
What's included
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Accommodations in double rooms
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Max 16 travellers per group
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Group transportation
What's excluded
- International flights (travellers arrange their own)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Optional activities, including the sunrise camel ride in Wadi Rum
- Single room supplement (single rooms on request, subject to availability)
- Extra hotel nights before or after the trip
Group itinerary
Amman mixes old and new at every turn, with hillside neighborhoods of traditional souks alongside independent shops and busy cafés.
Once you've checked in, meet the group over a mezze-style welcome dinner, a table covered in small plates that makes for an easy introduction to Jordanian food and drink.
Your morning covers two of Amman's landmarks: the Citadel on its hilltop, with the Temple of Hercules and the Umayyad Palace, and the Roman Theater below. Next you'll roll up your sleeves for a hands-on class in Arabic home cooking with a local guide.
By afternoon you're down at the Dead Sea, more than 400 meters below sea level, where the water holds you up with no effort at all. Dinner is with the group back at the hotel.
Pack for getting wet. Wadi Mujib is a deep canyon carved by water, and you'll hike between high shaded walls, through shallow streams and over rocks, with waterfalls to discover.
After lunch, drive on to Petra and spend the evening as you like, on your own or over dinner with the group.
Please note: Wadi Mujib is open seasonally; when it's closed, an alternative canyon experience may be arranged.
Petra, UNESCO-listed and carved into rose-colored sandstone by the Nabataeans, takes a full day. You'll start with the story of the city as you walk the Siq to the Treasury, then stop for a lunch with local flavor.
The afternoon is for exploring on your own, following trails past royal tombs and quieter corners. After dark, return for the light and music show, when the Siq and the Treasury glow in a completely different way.
Drive south to Wadi Rum, a desert of red dunes and towering sandstone. After lunch with a view, climb into a jeep to explore the valley's sand and cliffs.
You'll finish at a desert camp, in time to watch the sunset turn the rock red and the sky fill with stars.
Early risers can take an optional sunrise camel ride. Then it's back to Amman for a free afternoon of shopping, wandering or rest.
In the evening, the group gathers for a last dinner together.
Have one more breakfast with the group, then head to the airport when your flight calls.
Accommodations
Here's a glimpse of the hotels we selected for this adventure.
Amman Rotana
A 5-star, 50-floor tower in the Abdali district, beside the Abdali Boulevard shops and cafés and a short taxi ride from the Citadel, the Roman Theatre and the downtown souks.
With 411 rooms, six lifts, five restaurants and bars, a seasonal heated outdoor pool and a fitness and wellness club, it handles groups comfortably.
Hotel websiteMövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
A 5-star resort on the north-eastern shore of the Dead Sea at Sweimeh, laid out like a village of low stone buildings among gardens, with access to the shore for a float in the water.
It has a large spa, pools, a fitness centre and eight places to eat and drink. Rooms are 30 m² (323 ft²), with a balcony or terrace and garden view.
Hotel websiteMövenpick Resort Petra
A 5-star hotel in Wadi Musa at the entrance to Petra, a few steps from the visitor centre and the start of the walk to the Siq. That makes it easy to head back out for the Petra by Night show, or to return to rest during the day.
Built around courtyards in a traditional style, it has several restaurants, a roof garden, a pool and a spa. Rooms are 24 m² (258 ft²).
Hotel websiteRooms
You'll stay at Trip Hotel.
- Included
Shared double
Shared with the person you book with, or a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- +$1,122 per person
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
Room prices are per person for the Apr 12, 2027 departure and can differ on other dates. You choose your room when you book.
Tour FAQS
Fly into and out of Queen Alia International Airport, Amman (AMM).
Proposed accommodation is Amman Rotana in Amman, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea at the Dead Sea and Mövenpick Resort Petra in Petra (or similar hotels), subject to confirmation, plus one night at a desert camp in Wadi Rum.
International Flights Not Included. International airfare to and from the destination is not included in the package price. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own flights and ensuring their arrival and departure align with the trip itinerary. Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
Yes. Arrival and departure airport transfers at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) are included. Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 group dinners, including the mezze welcome dinner in Amman on Day 1 and the last group dinner on Day 6. Other meals are at your own cost.
Extra nights can be requested, subject to hotel availability; contact our Customer Experience team for a quote.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
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