Embark on an 8-day hiking adventure through Jordan’s iconic landscapes, from Petra to Wadi Rum, with expert guides and authentic experiences.
Embark on an 8-day hiking adventure through Jordan’s iconic landscapes, from Petra to Wadi Rum, with expert guides and authentic experiences.
Arrival – Amman
Amman - Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport. An optional airport transfer to Amman can be arranged (additional charges apply).
Stay overnight in Amman.
Amman – Dana Hike – Little Petra
Dana - Meet the guide at 8 am for a transfer south to Dana Nature Reserve to begin hiking the Shaq Al Reesh trail or a similar…
Arrival – Amman
Amman - Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport. An optional airport transfer to Amman can be arranged (additional charges apply).
Stay overnight in Amman.
Amman – Dana Hike – Little Petra
Dana - Meet the guide at 8 am for a transfer south to Dana Nature Reserve to begin hiking the Shaq Al Reesh trail or a similar route. This circular trail starts at Al-Barrah, passes through a stunning siq, and leads to Shaq al Reesh.
Stats: 11-12 km, +350m, -400m, ~5 hours
Transfer time from Amman to Dana: approx. 2:45hrs (205km)
Transfer time from Dana to Little Petra: approx. 1 hr (52km)
Stay overnight in Little Petra.
Hike from Little Petra – Petra
The Painted House - Little Petra - After breakfast, begin the hike. Enter Petra via The Back Door, avoiding most tourists. The trail descends pleasantly through Wadi Ghurab amidst sandstone mountains leading to Petra. This path follows a Nabataean route out of the valley, skirting around the final mountain on a natural rock terrace, improved for walker safety. It narrows slightly before reaching a hidden plateau high above the impressive Wadi Siyyagh chasm.
Just beyond, carved into the cliff face, The Monastery appears, where a Bedouin coffee shop offers refreshments. Nabataean steps lead down into ancient Petra, passing through before exiting past The Treasury and through the famous Petra Siq to the shops, diners, and hotels of Wadi Musa.
Stats: 15-16 km, +450m, -500m, ~7 hours (Depending on time spent inside Petra)
Stay overnight in Petra.
Petra Siq Trail – Madras Trail – High Place of Sacrifice – Wadi Farasa – Petra Visitors Centre
Petra - Wadi Musa - After breakfast, leave the hotel and head to the Petra visitors center. Enter the city through a 1KM long narrow gorge flanked by 80m high cliffs! Notice the dazzling colors and rock formations. The site is vast, containing hundreds of elaborate rock-cut tombs, a treasury, Roman-style theatres, temples, and sacrificial altars. Cross the colonnaded street to Wadi Farasa, passing many sites including the Renaissance Tomb, the Soldier Tomb, and climb to Jabal al-Madhbah (the High Place of Sacrifice) with sweeping views of the Royal Tombs. From there, head on the Madras Trail tucked into the hills south of the Siq, arriving near the Obelisk Tomb.
Stats: 12-13 km, +100m, -100m, ~6 hours
Stay overnight in Petra.
Petra – Wadi Rum Hike & Jeep Tour
Wadi Rum - After breakfast, transfer to Wadi Rum for a full day. Begin the desert adventure with a jeep safari exploring this World Heritage Site, traveling around Wadi Rum’s valleys, canyons, dunes, and deserts, discovering rock inscriptions, majestic mountain views, landscapes, and narrow gorges. At each stop, there is an opportunity to hike, scramble, and explore at your own pace. After the jeep tour, trek in the desert. The trail passes through multiple canyons, leading to Um Frouth rock Arch and then to the camp.
Stats: 10-11 km, +250m, -300m, ~4 hours
Stay overnight in Wadi Rum.
Hike Jabal Umm Aldami- Wadi Nuqra
Jabal Umm ad Dami - After breakfast, drive for about 1 hour to the mountain’s base. Um Ad Dami, at over 1,800 meters, is Jordan’s highest peak, offering a new perspective of the desert from its summit. To the South, see the border with Saudi Arabia, to the North, Jebel Rum (next to Rum village). Climb to the summit and return to the desert floor.
On the way back, after the hike to Um Ad Dami, continue to Wadi Nuqra for a short hike to the viewpoint. Enjoy a desert-cooked lunch, then transfer to the camp in Wadi Rum to relax. Free time in the evening at camp.
Stats: 2-3 km, +400m, -400m, ~3 hours
Stay overnight in Wadi Rum.
Wadi Rum – Dead Sea – Amman
Dead Sea Region - Depart from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea to spend the day relaxing, floating in the salt waters, or resting by the pool. Pamper yourself with a chosen spa treatment! Then transfer to Amman.
Transfer from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea takes around 4 hours
Dead Sea visit 4-5 hours
Transfer from the Dead Sea to Amman takes around 1 hour
Stay overnight in Amman.
Amman – Airport
Amman Governorate - Depart to the airport for your flight. An optional transfer can be arranged (additional charges apply).

- Private transportation
- Entrance to Dead Sea Resort
- On-board WiFi
- Accommodation for 7 nights as stated in the itinerary
- Meals
- Lunch
- Fully guided tour of Petra
- Dinner
- Transportation as per itinerary from Days 2 – 7
- Breakfast
- Local hiking guides in Dana and Wadi Rum
- English-Speaking guide
- Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
- Private transportation
- Entrance to Dead Sea Resort
- On-board WiFi
- Accommodation for 7 nights as stated in the itinerary
- Meals
- Lunch
- Fully guided tour of Petra
- Dinner
- Transportation as per itinerary from Days 2 – 7
- Breakfast
- Local hiking guides in Dana and Wadi Rum
- English-Speaking guide
- Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
- Tips for service providers (guides, drivers, hotel staff, etc.)
- All personal hiking equipment
- Alcoholic drinks and Personal Expenses
- Travel insurance
- Any airfare
- Any hiking gear
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Tips for service providers (guides, drivers, hotel staff, etc.)
- All personal hiking equipment
- Alcoholic drinks and Personal Expenses
- Travel insurance
- Any airfare
- Any hiking gear
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
This is a comprehensive hiking adventure across Jordan, offering more than just a sightseeing tour with brief strolls. Participants will trek continuously through the country’s most renowned landscapes—Dana, Petra (via the Back Door), Wadi Rum, and Jordan’s highest peak—without any hurried days or unnecessary stops.
What makes it unique:
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This is a comprehensive hiking adventure across Jordan, offering more than just a sightseeing tour with brief strolls. Participants will trek continuously through the country’s most renowned landscapes—Dana, Petra (via the Back Door), Wadi Rum, and Jordan’s highest peak—without any hurried days or unnecessary stops.
What makes it unique:
- Enter Petra through the Back Door, hiking directly to the Monastery and exploring the ancient city over two full days
- Benefit from expert local hiking guides in Dana and Wadi Rum, along with a fully guided experience in Petra
- Enjoy challenging yet manageable daily hikes (10–16 km) across diverse terrains
- Experience a seamless transition from mountains to desert to the Dead Sea, crafted specifically for hikers
- Stay in authentic accommodations, including locally owned Bedouin glamping camps
- Achieve a balance of physical challenge, cultural immersion, and relaxation, concluding with the Dead Sea
This tour is perfect for travelers eager to explore Jordan on foot, beyond the usual paths, with comfort, safety, and local expertise throughout.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.