18 Oct 2026
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Walking & Hiking Jordan: Petra, Dana & Wadi Rum – 7 Days
Hike Wadi Shueib, Dana and Petra's back trail, then a desert camp night in Wadi Rum, with upmarket hotels and a group of up to 12.
7 days
From £2,880
Tour overview
This 7-day small-group walking holiday explores Jordan on foot, from the green valleys near As-Salt to the canyons of Dana and the rose-red city of Petra, with comfortable hotels and a desert camp between hikes. Groups have up to 12 travellers aged 15 and over, with a leader and local walking guides. You stay six nights: two at the InterContinental in Amman, one at the Mövenpick on the Dead Sea, two at Petra Moon Hotel and one at Saraya Rum Camp, where tents have air-conditioning and private en-suite bathrooms. Six breakfasts, two lunches and four dinners are included, starting with a welcome dinner at Fakhr El-Din in Amman.
Your first hike follows Wadi Shueib, a Neolithic valley of ochre hills and surprisingly lush vegetation, to the Ottoman town of As-Salt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you share a traditional lunch with a local host and walk the Harmony Trail. A local-led walk along the Zara cliffs ends with sunset over the Dead Sea. Next day you tour the Crusader stronghold of Kerak Castle, then hike from the Dana Biosphere Reserve down towards Feynan on the Rummana Mountain trail.
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In Petra you take the quieter route in, starting at Little Petra and following the back trail to the Monastery before descending through the ancient city to the Treasury. On a second day you climb the stone steps of the Al Madras trail to the High Place of Sacrifice, with views across the tombs and theatres below. A 4×4 drive takes you into Wadi Rum for a sunset ceremony on the dunes with local wine and a night at Saraya Rum Camp. On the way back to Amman you walk through Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities anywhere.
The physical rating is medium. Hikes range from about two to six hours, covering up to 12km with up to 375m of ascent, on rocky paths that can be steep and dusty in places.
This trip suits regular walkers who want to see Jordan's great sights at walking pace, with good food and comfortable beds at the end of each day. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for walking.
Trip highlights
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Wadi Shueib to As-Salt and lunch with a local host (Day 2)
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Sunset on the Zara cliffs above the Dead Sea (Day 2)
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Kerak Castle and the Dana to Feynan hike (Day 3)
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Petra's back trail to the Monastery and Treasury (Day 4)
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The High Place of Sacrifice and Wadi Rum (Day 5)
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Jerash on foot (Day 6)
Your route
8 stops from Amman to Amman
- Amman Day 1
- As-Salt Day 2
- Dead Sea Day 2
- Dana Biosphere Reserve Day 3
- Petra Days 3–4
- Wadi Rum Day 5
- Jerash Day 6
- Amman Days 6–7
Why choose this tour
Jordan's highlights on foot, by quieter trails away from the crowds. Upmarket hotels, a desert camp with en-suite tents and a small group.
Best suited to
- Regular walkers and hikers
- Active couples
- Solo travellers looking for an active group
- Travellers short on time
Day-by-day itinerary
7 days from Amman, Jordan to Amman, Jordan
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Day 1 · Amman Arrive in Amman
A welcome meeting at 6pm and dinner at Fakhr El-Din.
- Hotel
- InterContinental Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Wadi Shueib, As-Salt, Dead Sea Wadi Shueib to As-Salt
Hike to As-Salt for lunch with a local host, then a sunset walk on the Zara cliffs.
- Hotel
- Mövenpick Dead Sea or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3 · Kerak Castle, Dana Biosphere Reserve, Petra Kerak and Dana
Tour Kerak Castle and hike from Dana towards Feynan.
- Hotel
- Petra Moon Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Little Petra, Monastery, Treasury Petra's back trail
Walk in from Little Petra via the Monastery to the Treasury.
- Hotel
- Petra Moon Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 · High Place of Sacrifice, Wadi Rum High Place and Wadi Rum
Hike to the High Place of Sacrifice, then a 4x4 drive into Wadi Rum.
- Hotel
- Saraya Rum Camp, en-suite tents, or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 · Jerash, Amman Jerash and Amman
Drive north for a walk around Jerash.
- Hotel
- InterContinental Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Amman Trip ends in Amman
The trip ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Amman (1 night) InterContinental Hotel or similar
- Dead Sea (1 night) Mövenpick Dead Sea or similar
- Petra (2 nights) Petra Moon Hotel or similar
- Wadi Rum (1 night) Saraya Rum Camp, en-suite tents, or similar
- Amman (1 night) InterContinental Hotel or similar
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 5 nights in hotels and 1 in a desert camp with en-suite tents
- Meals 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners, including a welcome dinner
- Guided hikes in Wadi Shueib, on the Zara cliffs, in Dana and in Petra
- Kerak Castle, Little Petra, Petra and Jerash with guides
- Wadi Rum 4x4 drive and sunset ceremony on the dunes
- Arrival transfer and private transport throughout
- Leader and local walking guides
Not included
- Flights to Amman
- Jordan visa
- Meals not listed
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a gentle sightseeing tour — most days include a hike
- You dislike heat — walks can be hot outside winter
- You want several nights in the desert — there is one
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Jordan
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
How hard are the hikes?
Moderate. The longest is about 12km over 6 hours, with up to 375m of ascent on rocky paths.
What is the desert camp like?
Tents with air-conditioning and private en-suite bathrooms, for one night.
What footwear do I need?
Broken-in walking boots or trail shoes with good grip.
Is an arrival transfer included?
Yes. You are met at Amman airport and taken to your hotel.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors need a Jordan visa, which can be bought on arrival or through the Jordan Pass.
How many people travel together?
Up to 12 travellers aged 15 and over.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
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Tailor-made option
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If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
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