Begin your day with a guided tour of Amman, visiting the Roman Theatre, Nymphaeum, Citadel and King Abdullah Mosque. Wander through a traditional souk and enjoy a tasting of kanafeh, a popular Jordanian dessert. This afternoon, travel to Jerash to explore its remarkably preserved Roman ruins, then visit a nearby village for insight into local life and traditions. Return to your hotel this evening for time at leisure.

Insider Experience – Souk Visit & Kanafeh Tasting

Wander through a bustling local souk and sample kanafeh, a beloved Jordanian dessert made with sweet cheese and syrup-soaked pastry.

Insider Experience – Jerash

Explore the grand colonnades and temples of Jerash with your guide, then visit a nearby village to gain insight into local life and Jordanian traditions.

Depart Amman this morning and travel to Madaba, known as the ‘City of Mosaics’. Visit St George’s Church to view the famed Madaba Mosaic Map — a sixth-century masterpiece crafted from over two million coloured stones. This intricate floor mosaic offers the oldest surviving cartographic depiction of the Holy Land, including Jerusalem, the Dead Sea and surrounding biblical sites. Continue to Mount Nebo, where, according to tradition, Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land before his death. From the summit, enjoy sweeping views across the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and, on clear days, even Jerusalem

Later, visit Bethany Beyond the Jordan — also known as Al-Maghtas — the traditional site of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed site features Roman and Byzantine remains, including churches, chapels, and baptismal pools, and has long been a place of Christian pilgrimage.

This afternoon, arrive at the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth at approximately 431 metres below sea level. Spend time at leisure floating in its mineral-rich waters, renowned for their therapeutic properties. Dine at your hotel this evening.

Journey south into the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Rum, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed desert valley known as the “Valley of the Moon”. Pass through traditional Bedouin communities before an open-air jeep tour through sweeping valleys and towering sandstone formations etched with ancient carvings. As the sun sets, enjoy toasting the day with sparkling wine and light snacks amid golden desert hues. This evening, savour a traditional Bedouin dinner with music and warm hospitality. You may choose to Enhance Your Journey with a guided stargazing session beneath Wadi Rum’s famously clear night skies.

Enhance Your Journey – Guided Stargazing

Join a guided stargazing session in Wadi Rum and witness the brilliance of the desert night sky, one of the clearest atmospheres on Earth.

Insider Experience – Wadi Rum Jeep Tour

Explore the dramatic desert terrain of Wadi Rum by open-air jeep, discovering towering rock formations, ancient carvings and sweeping valleys.

Insider Experience – Sparkling Wine & Snacks at Sunset in the Desert

Toast the day with a glass of sparkling wine and light snacks as the sun sets over Wadi Rum, casting golden hues across the sandstone landscape.

Early risers can opt for the Enhance Your Journey experience — a breathtaking aerial adventure with sweeping views of the desert at sunrise. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxed morning in Wadi Rum, soaking in the serene surroundings. Later, travel north toward Petra, stopping en route to explore Little Petra — or Siq al-Barid — a captivating archaeological site often described as a smaller, yet equally fascinating, version of its namesake.

As the wide-open sands give way to rugged hills, the shifting landscape signals your approach to one of the world’s most iconic archaeological treasures. On arrival, settle into your accommodation before an evening of fun during an interactive Insider Experience.

Enhance Your Journey – Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Wadi Rum

Take to the skies at sunrise for a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over Wadi Rum. Drift above sandstone peaks and vast desert plains as the morning light paints the landscape in hues of gold and rose.

Insider Experience – Petra Kitchen Cooking Class & Dinner

Join local chefs for a hands-on cooking class and prepare traditional Jordanian dishes before sitting down to enjoy your meal in a warm, communal setting.

Following breakfast at your hotel, spend the day exploring Petra. Famous for its rock-cut architecture, stone colours and formations, otherwise referred to as the Rose City. Wander through a narrow gorge called the Siq and emerge to witness Petra’s most breathtaking and elaborate ruin, Al Khazneh, also known as the Treasury. This evening, perhaps witness Petra by Night as you wander through the lit-up complex of temples.

Enhance Your Journey – Petra by Night

Walk the candlelit path through the Siq to the Treasury and experience Petra’s magic under the stars.

After a leisurely morning, depart Petra and travel toward the historic town of Shobak. Here, visit Shobak Castle, the earliest Crusader stronghold in the region, perched dramatically on a hilltop and overlooking the surrounding valleys. Built in the 12th century, this imposing fortress has witnessed centuries of conflict and change, and its weathered walls tell tales of sieges, battles, and resilience.

Arrive back in Amman, where this evening enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, sharing stories and reliving the highlights of your Jordanian adventure.

After breakfast, your Jordanian adventure comes to an end as you transfer to the airport for your included flight to Egypt. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner and meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers.