Destination
Petra · Aqaba · Wadi Rum
Duration
4 days
Program type
Adventure
Hotel rating
★★★
Four days, three landscapes, one classic route through the very best of southern Jordan. This journey was built for travellers who want it all — not rushed, but woven together with purpose. It opens at Petra, where the Nabataeans carved a trading empire directly into rose-red cliffs two thousand years ago, and the Treasury still stops visitors mid-step at the end of the Siq. From there, the road turns toward Aqaba, Jordan's only coastal city, where a full day unfolds at your own pace beside the warm, clear waters of the Red Sea. The journey closes in Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon, a UNESCO-listed desert of towering rock and endless sand where Bedouin hospitality has welcomed travellers for generations. Comfortable 3-star hotels and a desert camp carry you between each chapter, honestly presented and well organized, while a licensed guide handles every detail so nothing stands between you and the story. This is Jordan's golden triangle, told in full.
Visit Petra, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum.
Relax beside the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea.
Stay in comfortable 3-star accommodations.
Experience authentic Bedouin hospitality.
Explore Jordan's most iconic destinations in one perfectly planned journey.
Depart from the designated meeting points across Jordan in a comfortable air-conditioned tourist vehicle, travelling south with convenient refreshment stops along the way.
Arrive at Petra Visitor Center and begin exploring one of the world's most extraordinary archaeological sites.
Walk through the magnificent Siq before discovering the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh), royal tombs, temples, ancient streets, and remarkable Nabataean architecture.
Check in to the selected 3-star hotel and enjoy dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then depart toward Aqaba, Jordan's only coastal city on the Red Sea.
Check in at the selected 3-star hotel.
Enjoy free time to relax at the beach, explore the city's lively waterfront, visit local markets, enjoy cafés, or participate in optional marine activities.
Overnight stay in Aqaba.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, followed by a free morning to enjoy Aqaba at your own pace.
Departure from Aqaba at approximately 04:00 PM toward Wadi Rum.
Arrive at Wadi Rum Visitor Center, check in at the selected desert camp, and enjoy a traditional Jordanian dinner while surrounded by the spectacular desert scenery.
Overnight stay beneath the breathtaking star-filled skies of Wadi Rum.
Enjoy breakfast in the heart of the protected desert.
Free time to enjoy optional experiences including 4x4 jeep safari, camel riding, desert hiking, sandboarding, desert photography, and visiting famous rock bridges and canyons.
Departure from Wadi Rum at approximately 04:00 PM to begin the comfortable return journey.
A UNESCO World Heritage city and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, carved directly into rose-coloured cliffs by the Nabataeans over two thousand years ago. Its tombs, temples, and theatre reveal an ancient trading empire of astonishing wealth and artistry.
A narrow, kilometre-long canyon of towering sandstone walls that serves as Petra's dramatic natural entrance, building anticipation with every step.
Petra's most iconic monument, its intricately carved 40-metre façade emerging suddenly at the end of the Siq. Believed to have served as a royal tomb, it remains remarkably preserved after two millennia.
The Nabataeans transformed Petra into a thriving trade capital, mastering water engineering and monumental stone carving to build a city that still astonishes visitors today.
Jordan's only coastal city, where the Red Sea's calm, warm waters meet a relaxed and welcoming waterfront atmosphere, framed by mountains on one side and four countries visible across the gulf.
Renowned for its exceptional clarity and vibrant coral reefs, the Red Sea off Aqaba's coast ranks among the world's most celebrated marine environments — inviting for swimmers, snorkelers, and divers alike.
A UNESCO World Heritage desert of towering red-rock mountains, vast dunes, and silence so complete it feels almost otherworldly. Known to Bedouins as the Valley of the Moon, its dramatic landscapes have featured in major international films.
Wadi Rum remains home to Bedouin communities whose traditions of hospitality, storytelling, and desert craft have endured for generations, offering visitors a genuine window into desert life.
Wadi Rum's canyons, natural arches, and wind-sculpted rock formations create a landscape of constantly shifting colour, from burning orange at sunset to deep violet at dusk.
Both Petra and Wadi Rum carry UNESCO World Heritage status, recognising their outstanding cultural and natural value to humanity — a rare privilege to visit both within a single journey.
An exhilarating 4x4 ride deep into Wadi Rum's canyons, natural bridges, and towering dunes, guided by Bedouins who know every hidden corner of the desert.
A slower, timeless way to cross the sand, following ancient caravan routes on the back of a camel as the desert light shifts around you.
Glide above vibrant coral gardens in Aqaba's clear waters, home to an extraordinary diversity of marine life just metres from the shore.
Explore world-renowned dive sites along Aqaba's coastline, from coral walls to shipwrecks, suited to both beginners and certified divers.
A relaxed way to admire the Red Sea's coral reefs and colourful fish without getting wet, ideal for the whole family.
Glide down Wadi Rum's soft dunes for a playful burst of desert adventure, easy to pick up and thrilling for all ages.
Wadi Rum's near-total absence of light pollution reveals one of the clearest night skies on Earth — an unforgettable astronomical experience.
Share sweet, sage-infused tea with your Bedouin hosts, a small ritual of hospitality that has welcomed desert travellers for centuries.
Capture the Red Sea's glowing sunset over the gulf, or the warm evening light on Wadi Rum's towering rock formations.
Families
Couples
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Solo Travelers
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Nature Lovers
History Enthusiasts
Photography Lovers
International Visitors
Site entry tickets are not included so you can use a Jordan Pass if you have one. We’ll advise the best option.
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A complete 4-day journey through Jordan's south — the New Seven Wonder of Petra, the otherworldly Valley of the Moon in Wadi Rum, and the Red Sea shores of Aqaba — with comfortable 2-star accommodation throughout, from 42 JOD per person.
Included: 7
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Included: 6
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Included: 7
