Description
Visit Petra, the rose-hued fortress carved into the rock by the Nabataean people, on this Short Break adventure. Once the capital of a trading empire that dominated the deserts of modern Jordan, Petra showcases the achievements of this ancient Arab society. Explore the rock-cut architecture, float in the Dead Sea and find treasures in Amman’s colourful souqs. Venture into the iconic red sands of Wadi Rum by 4WD and spend the night at a desert camp. This short trip is the ideal way to start off or round up a voyage to the Middle East.
Trip Name
Jordan Short Break: Amman, Petra & Wadi Rum
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
3
Capacity
16
Highlights
- Spend a day walking around Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, with your local guide – you’ll be blown away by the iconic Treasury facade.
- Take in the cinematic sights and landscapes of Wadi Rum on your 4WD ride to your desert camp, then settle in among sand dunes and rock bridges in this lunar-like landscape.
- Float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea – the lowest point on Earth.
- Explore Amman’s old and new layers, from the artsy neighbourhood of Duwwar Al-Hawooz and the mural-lined Daraj Al Kalha staircase to Habiba’s Alley, where you might grab a knafeh (one of Amman’s famous local desserts).
- Practice your bargaining skills at Amman’s bustling souqs, perhaps picking up Dead Sea mineral-rich mud masks, handpainted ceramics and traditional Middle Eastern spices.










