Jordan · TOUR REVIEWS
A week is the usual answer and it is never quite enough: the country runs 400 kilometres from the Roman north to the Red Sea and the good parts are spread the whole way down it. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.
Travel from Amman to Petra, sleep in a Bedouin camp at Wadi Rum, ride through the desert by 4WD, and float in the Dead Sea. You can choose a classic or deluxe tent. Guides such as Jafar, Qutaibah, Majd, and Ahmed are praised for smooth driving, useful local advice, and good humor.
“Excellent! Our guide tour was amazing! It really worth it”
From Amman, you’ll visit Petra, ride through Wadi Rum by 4WD, sleep in a Bedouin camp, and float in the Dead Sea before returning to the city. Small groups of up to seven use an air-conditioned vehicle, with classic or deluxe tent options. Drivers such as Jafar, Yousef, Murad, and Amjad are praised for warm service and useful local advice.
“Started pretty well as I was picked up right on time. Driver was really good - I felt very safe. Instructions were pretty clear. Plenty of time to see Petra up until the Monastery if you pace your walk accordingly. The jeep ride in Wadi Rum could've been better if some sort of blanket or warmers were provided especially during winter. Buffet for dinner and breakfast at Wadi Rum was great. I wish we couldve spent more time in the Dead Sea resort as we just spent around 2 hours including the buffet lunch. The same resort we used was 25 Dinar as per my hotel but we were charged…”
Travel from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum in a private or shared vehicle with an English-speaking driver such as Mahmoud, Khalil, Fox, or Zeyad. Walk through Petra to the Treasury, then ride by 4x4 across Wadi Rum with Bedouin hosts. The day lasts about 14 hours, and a local Petra guide costs extra.
“Excellent experience, our guide Mahmoud was very welcoming and a great tour guide with useful tips and information. He made the experience much more enjoyable and allowed us full comfort, flexibility and the full tourist experience.”
Leave Amman early for Petra’s Treasury and carved tombs, then continue to Wadi Rum for a two-hour jeep ride among red sand and rock formations. A private English-speaking driver handles the long roads, hotel or airport pickup, and return. Petra entry, a local guide, meals, and personal costs are extra.
“Amazing tour and experience. Our driver Ramzi was a fantastic host, excellent communication throughout and was very knowledgeable, recommending places to visit while in Jordan. Would highly recommend to anyone.”
Travel from Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea in two packed days. You get hotel transport, an English-speaking driver, a Bedouin camp night, dinner, breakfast, and a two-hour 4x4 ride. Guides such as Jafar, Ahmad, Mr. Q, and Qutaibah have helped make this short route personal and flexible.
“The tour and the driver “Qutaibah” were AMAZING. The tour gives you a glimpse of Jordan. It’s well organized! I highly recommend it”
Travel privately from Amman to Petra, Little Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea over three busy days. Your English-speaking driver handles the road and helps shape the pace, while selected options include two nights of lodging and a Wadi Rum Jeep ride. Expect long drives, walking, and extra fees for many sights.
“Ahmad was our tour guide and he did an incredible job. We were able to do everything we wanted and more! He was truly key in making our experience the best it could possible be. Although he is technically not a tour guide, he was able to answer all of our questions about many of the historic sites. We were able to stop along the way to enjoy many of the sites from a different viewpoint which was appreciated. Petra and wadi run were amazing and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We were able to go out on a boat in Aqaba because Ahmad was able to…”
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private car with an English-speaking driver, WiFi, and water. Spend about five hours exploring the Siq, Treasury, Street of Facades, and Royal Tombs at your own pace. Add entry tickets, lunch, and a local or full-day guide. Drivers such as Bader, Bassam, Shadi, and Bardaghawi are praised for useful local advice.
“We had an incredible day trip from Amman to Petra. The experience was seamless, well-organized, and absolutely worth it. A special thank you to our driver, Mohammad Ali, who was exceptionally kind, professional, and a pleasure to spend the drive with. He was punctual, courteous, and made the long journey comfortable and enjoyable with great conversation and local insights. Petra itself was unforgettable, and having such a reliable and friendly driver truly elevated the entire experience. Highly recommend this day trip and especially Mohammad Ali for anyone visiting Jordan.”
Meet your guide at Wadi Rum Rest House at 10:00 for a full-day 4x4 tour to Lawrence’s Spring, Khazali Canyon, red dunes, rock bridges, and sunset viewpoints. Guides such as Bakhir, Yasser, Tamir, Omar, and Salama have led this route. Sleep in a private camp tent, with panoramic tents available when open, and return after breakfast.
“I had a fantastic tour with my guide Tamir and the other tour participants. We spent the day riding a pickup truck to very sites around wadi rum and drinking copious amounts of tea. If you're in Jordan you can't skip wadi rum and this tour is a great way to see the beautiful area.”
Travel privately from Amman to Jerash, with optional stops at Ajloun Castle and Umm Qais. Your English-speaking driver, such as Shadi, Anas, or Mohammad Bardaghawi, handles the road, timing, and hotel transfers. Add local guides and entrance fees if needed, and enjoy air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and bottled water.
“I had an great day with Shadi, he was an excellent driver! The tour of the 3 sites was very interesting, especially the mighty Jerash! Shadi also advised me on the most suitable tour for Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea and he arranged the booking for me. I am very glad I booked this tour, I highly recommend it!”
Spend a very full day visiting Petra and Wadi Rum from Amman. Your private driver handles the long road journey, while optional local guides explain Petra and a 4x4 driver takes you through Wadi Rum. Drivers such as Bardaghawi, Ibrahim, Bader, and Wael are praised for care, flexibility, and useful local advice.
“Excellent 👍👍👍 Out driver Mahmoud Award was so polite and helpful caring was clean and new and comfortable and we felt safe all the way. we strongly recommend the tour of Petra and wadi Rum with Mahmoud Awad.”
Explore Wadi Rum by private Jeep with a Bedouin guide such as Mamdouh, stopping at Lawrence’s Spring, red dunes, Little Bridge, Khazali Canyon, Mushroom Rock, and Um Frouth Arch. Choose a 9:00 AM morning trip or a 2:30 PM sunset outing. Tea, water, village pickup, and optional lunch are included.
“Mamdouh was an amazing guide - we had a great half day adventure exploring all the main sights of Wadi Rum! Would 100% recommend. :)”
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, water, and an English-speaking driver. You get about four hours at the Nabataean city, with an optional local guide and admission package. Drivers such as Anas and Mohammed Bardaghawi are praised for punctual service and helpful local tips.
“Ibrahim was our driver, he was just simply great. He arranged the pico up time the day before. He was punctual, he made sure to make a stop on both ways for us to stretch and go to the bathroom. We were provided with bottles of water and even coffee on the way :) we were coordinated and communicated all the time while we were in Petra. Thanks Ibrahim for taking care of us.”
Meet private guide Ismail Nas at Petra Visitor Center for a walking tour shaped around your interests. Choose the classic route through the Siq, Treasury, theater, tombs, and temples, or take an early backway hike to the Monastery. Afternoon trips can include Little Petra and nearby mountain trails. The $179 fee covers your group of up to 10, but entry tickets and meals cost extra.
“This was everything we wanted in a Petra tour and more! Ismail knew all of the tips and tricks to making the most out of our time there. We started early, per his suggestion, and that made a huge difference. He knows so much about Petra, its history, and it was also wondeRead more”
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, WiFi, and water. You get about four hours inside Petra, enough for the Treasury and, with good stamina, the Monastery. Entry tickets and a local guide are optional, so plan those costs before you go.
“Mahmoud was a safe and punctual driver. Car was in great condition and clean. Mahmoud plays some informational videos of Petra on the drive down to Petra. Mahmoud also helps with any advice and tips on how to visit a Petra.”
Walk through Amman from Abdali Mall to the King Abdullah I Mosque, Jebel Al-Weibdeh, downtown markets, local food stops, and the Roman Theatre. Guides such as Hussein and Rafat bring Jordanian history, religion, daily life, and food culture together in Arabic or English. Hotel pickup and a Citadel visit may be available with selected options.
“We had a wonderful city tour in Amman with Hussein. He was extremely friendly, entertaining, and very knowledgeable about the city’s history, culture, and daily life. Hussein explained everything in a clear and engaging way and was always happy to answer questions. Thanks to him, we gained many insights that we would never have discovered on our own. I can highly recommend this tour and especially Hussein as a guide.”
Pick a ruin, a shoreline or a stretch of red sand.
