14 days hiking the Jordan Trail
Explore Jordan's diverse and breathtaking nature on a journey like no other as you encounter the country's highlights on foot.
Visit the Temple of Hercules in Amman, St. George's church in Madaba, and Little Petra - these are only a few of the beautiful places that await you. Discover beautiful valleys and natural landscapes on this great outdoor adventure that allows you to explore the country more deeply and at a slower pace.
Enjoy nature at its best! Plan your 14-day hiking package with the help of our experienced local experts and fully customize it to your liking.
Services
Included:
- 13 nights accommodation in eco-camps and bivouac camps during trekking or standard hotel
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Private transfers with English-speaking driver
- Local Bedouin guides on hikes
- Private chef on hikes
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- Camping gear
Excluded:
- International flights
- Visa fees & entry tickets (see www.jordanpass.jo)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Optional:
- Speak to your local expert if there's an experience that you'd really love to include in your trip
Itinerary at a Glance
Queen Alia Airport - Amman
Arrival in Amman
Amman - Jerash - Madaba
Explore Two Cities in One Day
Mount Nebo - Dead Sea - Dana Nature Reserve
A Relaxing Day at the Dead Sea
Dana Nature Reserve - Feynan Nature Reserve
Enjoy a Hike from Dana to Feynan
Feynan Reserve - Wadi Araba
Camping in Wadi Araba
Wadi Araba - Little Petra
Enjoy Lunch on Top of a Mountain
Little Petra - Petra
Hike from Little Petra to Petra
Petra
Explore Petra in one Day
Petra - Wadi Rum
A Hike through Wadi Rum Desert
Wadi Rum
Go Camping in Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum
Hiking and Sightseeing at the Burda Bridge
Wadi Rum - Aqaba
A Trek through Disi Area
Aqaba - Madaba
A Relaxing Day in Aqaba
Madaba - Queen Alia International Airport
Goodbye, Jordan!
Detailed Itinerary
Queen Alia Airport - Amman
Day 1: Arrival in Amman
You will first set foot in the capital city of Jordan, Amman. Your driver will pick you up at the Queen Alia International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. You will have the day at your own leisure. You can rest at the hotel or you can explore this beautiful city on your own!
Amman - Jerash - Madaba
Day 2: Explore Two Cities in One Day
Rise and shine! Enjoy a delicious breakfast before starting on your activities for the day. Today, you will explore two beautiful cities of Jordan. First, you will enjoy a city tour in Amman. You will visit the Citadel hill with the Temple of Hercules and the Roman Theater. Then, you will drive towards Jerash, one of the best preserved Roman cities outside of Italy. Take your time to walk through the colonnaded street and the Hippodrome. After exploring these cities, you will drive to Madaba, where you will be staying overnight.
Mount Nebo - Dead Sea - Dana Nature Reserve
Day 3: A Relaxing Day at the Dead Sea
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour in Madaba. Visit the St. George church with its famous mosaics. Then, visit the famous Mt. Nebo, where Moses saw his final destination. After enjoying the view from the mountain, you will drive to the Dead Sea. Enjoy a relaxing day at the beach. Swim, float, or simply stay at the shore, get a tan and read a book! You will then drive to Dana Nature Reserve for your overnight stay.
Dana Nature Reserve - Feynan Nature Reserve
Day 4: Enjoy a Hike from Dana to Feynan
Wake up early and have a delicious breakfast. Today, you will start with the first hike of your vacation. In the RSCN Dana Biosphere Reserve, you’ll walk through the beautiful Wadi Dana towards Feynan. In the afternoon, enjoy your lunchbox and the view. You will stay at a camp set near the Feynan reserve where you will enjoy a sumptuous dinner!
Feynan Reserve - Wadi Araba
Day 5: Camping in Wadi Araba
Today, you’ll hike half a day towards Wadi Abu Sakakin and have a delicious lunch. After the lunch, you will drive to the campsite in Wadi Araba where you’ll be surrounded by amazing sand dunes! On the campsite, your dinner will be prepared at the campfire and you’ll enjoy a great sleep in beautiful nature!
Wadi Araba - Little Petra
Day 6: Enjoy Lunch on Top of a Mountain
From Wadi Araba, you will be transferred to Little Petra. You’ll be dropped off in the area of the Qaroon rocks, where you’ll be hiking up the mountain. On top of this mountain, your lunch will be served, along with amazing views over the area. After lunch, you’ll hike along and enter the Little Petra site via the backside, through a beautiful valley. The view from there is amazing! On the way towards Petra, you’ll have a nice dinner and camp outdoors. Your activities for today can be exhausting, so rest well and energize for another set of activities tomorrow!
Little Petra - Petra
Day 7: Hike from Little Petra to Petra
After breakfast, you will continue the hike from the Little Petra area to the Monastery (Ad Deir) in Petra. From here, you’ll have a full day to explore Petra, "the Red Rose city". Today will be a great day to visit the monuments further away from the Siq.
Petra
Day 8: Explore Petra in one Day
Today, you have a full day to explore famous Petra, an archeological site in Jordan's southwestern desert! Enter the UNESCO World Heritage site starting from the Siq, and admire the Treasury. You can also climb up the high place of sacrifice to have a beautiful view over Petra and its tombs.
Petra - Wadi Rum
Day 9: A Hike through Wadi Rum Desert
After breakfast, you will drive towards the breathtaking Wadi Rum desert. On the way, you will stop for some beautiful panoramic views over the Petra area. In Wadi Rum, you’ll be dropped off for a lunch and an afternoon hike. You will enjoy your hike through the magnificent landscape along the Um Ashreen inscriptions and towards Mahad al Najem, where you’ll camp and have a delicious dinner!
Wadi Rum
Day 10: Go Camping in Wadi Rum
Today is a good day for camping! You will continue to hike through the magnificent Wadi Rum. In around 3.5 hours you hike along the Invasheyeh sand dunes and the Lawrence House. You will enjoy the magnificent views of the desert. After a nice lunch and break, you will continue to walk to the Um Frooth Bridge and to your camp, located close to the Burda Bridge. After today's long walk, take a well-deserved rest and prepare yourself for another adventure tomorrow.
Wadi Rum
Day 11: Hiking and Sightseeing at the Burda Bridge
After a good night's rest, stretch your legs and prepare yourself for another hiking adventure in Wadi Rum. Start your day with a hike passing the Burda Bridge. Here, you will have a delicious lunch and you will enjoy exploring the area and the rock bridge! You will continue towards your camp in the Al Barra Canyon. Tonight will be your last day camping and dining underneath the stars. Enjoy and have fun!
Wadi Rum - Aqaba
Day 12: A Trek through Disi Area
Today is your last day of the Wadi Rum hike. This morning you will trek through the Al Barra Canyon along the Um Tawaqee Rock and through the Lawrence Canyon until you reach the Disi Area. After a delicious lunch, your transfer is ready to drive you to Aqaba. Here you’ll be able to relax after an active holiday before returning back home!
Aqaba - Madaba
Day 13: A Relaxing Day in Aqaba
Today is a perfect day to relax from your hiking escapades. Take time to stroll in this beautiful city. Spend your time souvenir shopping or visit a beach club. In the afternoon, your driver will take you to Madaba for an overnight stay in a hotel.
Madaba - Queen Alia International Airport
Day 14: Goodbye, Jordan!
Your trip in Jordan has been an unforgettable experience! It’s the last day of your holiday and time to say goodbye to Jordan. You will be transferred from Madaba to the Queen Alia International Airport in Amman for your next destination.
