15 Oct 2026
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£775pp
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Escorted tour
One Week in Jordan for 18–35s: Wadi Rum & Petra – 7 Days
Two nights in a Wadi Rum desert camp, two days in Petra and a Dead Sea float, for travellers aged 18 to 35.
7 days
From £695
Tour overview
This 7-day trip is a fast, social introduction to Jordan for travellers aged 18 to 35, packing in the desert, Petra and the Dead Sea at great value. Groups have up to 16 travellers, with a local leader throughout and private transport between stops. You stay six nights: four in simple three- and four-star hotels on a twin or multi-share basis, and two in a Bedouin-style desert camp in Wadi Rum. Six breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners are included, leaving plenty of chances to try falafel, shawarma and mezze in local spots.
The trip starts in Amman, where you meet the group at a 6pm welcome meeting. Next morning your leader takes you on a walking tour from the hilltop Citadel down to the Roman Theatre, with stops at nut shops and souqs, and a visit to the Royal Automobile Museum, before you head south to the desert.
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In Wadi Rum, the valley of red sands and towering cliffs where Lawrence of Arabia rode, you spend two nights at a Bedouin-style camp. Wake early for the sunrise, then jump into a jeep for a 4WD safari past Lawrence Spring, dunes and rock bridges, with a guided desert hike and evenings around the campfire under a sky full of stars.
You then have two full days in Petra on a two-day pass. Your leader guides you through the Siq to the Treasury and explains the history of this rock-carved Nabataean city, and the second day is yours to climb the 800 steps to the Monastery, hike to viewpoints or explore the Royal Tombs at your own pace. On the final day you travel the King's Highway, stopping to float in the Dead Sea at the lowest point on Earth, and finish in Madaba, home to St George's Church and its famous mosaic map of the Holy Land.
The physical rating is medium, with walking in heat and some steep climbs in Petra. This trip suits young travellers who want a fun, affordable week of adventure, history and new friends. Hot water and air-conditioning can be limited. Solo travellers share a room at no extra cost.
Trip highlights
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A walking tour of Amman's Citadel and Roman Theatre (Day 2)
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Two nights in a Wadi Rum desert camp (Days 2–3)
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A 4WD safari and desert hike (Day 3)
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Two full days in Petra (Days 4–5)
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Floating in the Dead Sea (Day 6)
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Madaba's mosaic map (Day 6)
Your route
6 stops from Amman to Madaba
- Amman Day 1
- Wadi Rum Days 2–3
- Petra Days 4–5
- Dead Sea Day 6
- Mt Nebo Day 6
- Madaba Day 6
Why choose this tour
Jordan's top sights in a week, at a price that suits young travellers. Two nights in the desert and two full days in Petra.
Best suited to
- Travellers aged 18 to 35
- Solo travellers looking for a social group
- Travellers on a budget
- First-time visitors to the Middle East
Day-by-day itinerary
7 days from Amman, Jordan to Madaba, Jordan
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Day 1 · Amman Arrive in Amman
A welcome meeting at 6pm.
- Hotel
- Simple hotel
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Day 2 · Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre, Wadi Rum Amman to Wadi Rum
A walking tour of Amman, then head south to the desert.
- Hotel
- Bedouin-style desert camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 · Wadi Rum, Lawrence Spring Wadi Rum
Sunrise, a 4WD safari and a guided desert hike.
- Hotel
- Bedouin-style desert camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Petra, Treasury Petra
Travel to Petra for a guided tour.
- Hotel
- Simple hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Petra, Monastery Petra at your own pace
A free day in Petra, perhaps climbing to the Monastery.
- Hotel
- Simple hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Dead Sea, Madaba Dead Sea to Madaba
Float in the Dead Sea, then visit St George's Church in Madaba.
- Hotel
- Simple hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Madaba Trip ends in Madaba
The trip ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Amman (1 night) Simple hotel
- Wadi Rum (2 nights) Bedouin-style desert camp
- Petra (2 nights) Simple hotel
- Madaba (1 night) Simple hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 4 nights in hotels and 2 in a desert camp
- Meals 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Private transport between Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra and Madaba
- Amman walking tour with the Citadel, Roman Theatre and Royal Automobile Museum
- Wadi Rum 4WD safari and guided desert hike
- Petra two-day pass and a guided tour
- Dead Sea float and St George's Church in Madaba
- Local leader throughout
Not included
- Flights to Amman and from Madaba
- Jordan visa
- Meals not listed
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You are over 35 — this trip is for 18 to 35-year-olds
- You want a private room — rooms are twin or multi-share
- You want luxury — hotels are simple
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Jordan
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Departures & prices
From £695 per person, twin share, tour only. 71 upcoming departures.
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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.
Who is this trip for?
Travellers aged 18 to 35.
What is the desert camp like?
A Bedouin-style camp with shared tents, for two nights.
Do I share a room?
Yes. Rooms are twin or multi-share with travellers of the same sex.
How long do we have in Petra?
Two full days, one with a guided tour and one at your own pace.
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 16 travellers aged 18 to 35, with a local leader.
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.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
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.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary