Rainbow Street in Amman lined with cafes and local life Al-Khazneh treasury facade carved into rose-red sandstone cliff, Petra, Jordan Street food vendor preparing falafel in Amman Wadi Rum desert landscape with towering red rock formations

Best 10 Days in Jordan — Without History

Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum

10 days · 3 cities · 18 activities · route optimized by distance

A mix of art & culture, walking tours, and photography. A moderate mix of walking and active experiences, with a mix of self-guided and guided activities. Includes 5 must-see landmarks across Amman and Petra and Wadi Rum.

Highlights: The Treasury (Al-Khazneh), Wadi Rum Jeep Safari, The Monastery (Ad-Deir), Desert Stargazing & Bedouin Camp, The Siq Canyon Walk

Arriving Wed, Jul 1 Change

Your Route — ordered to minimize backtracking

18+ activities scored and ranked · route optimized across 3 cities

Where you'll stay
Hotel in Amman · From $60/night +2 more
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Trip cost
~$927 total · $93/day
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Top picks
Dead Sea Day Trip, Jordanian Mansaf Dinner, Amman Street Food Tour
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Day-by-Day Schedule — heavy and light days alternate so you don’t burn out

Amman

Amman 6 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗
Day 1 Wed, Jul 1 Full Amman View on map
Morning
Dead Sea Day Trip$$~8 hrs

Float effortlessly in the hypersaline waters of the Dead Sea — the lowest point on Earth

$30 📍 Map
Afternoon
Jordanian Mansaf Dinner$~1h 30m

Experience Jordan's national dish — mansaf — slow-cooked lamb in jameed sauce with fragrant rice

$18 📍 Map
🏨 Hotel in Amman

Jebel Amman (3rd–4th Circle) / Rainbow Street

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Day 2 Thu, Jul 2 Moderate Amman View on map
Morning Street food vendor preparing falafel in Amman
Amman Street Food Tour$~3 hrs

Walk downtown Amman sampling falafel, hummus, kanafeh, and fresh-squeezed juice at legendary local spots

$25 📍 Map
Afternoon Rainbow Street Amman with cafes and local shops
Rainbow Street Walk$~2 hrs

Stroll Amman's most vibrant street, lined with cafes, galleries, boutiques, and panoramic viewpoints

$10 📍 Map
🏨 Hotel in Amman

Jebel Amman (3rd–4th Circle) / Rainbow Street

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Day 3 Fri, Jul 3 Moderate Amman View on map
Morning King Abdullah I Mosque blue dome in Amman
King Abdullah I Mosque$~1 hr

Visit Amman's iconic blue-domed mosque — one of the most striking religious buildings in Jordan

$2 📍 Map
Afternoon Amman Weibdeh neighborhood gallery and arts quarter
Weibdeh Arts Quarter Walk$~2 hrs

Wander Amman's bohemian arts neighborhood — galleries, street murals, and independent cafes in a hillside setting

$5 📍 Map
🏨 Hotel in Amman

Jebel Amman (3rd–4th Circle) / Rainbow Street

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Day 4 Sat, Jul 4 Moderate Amman View on map
Morning
Free Day in Amman$~6 hrs

A free day to explore Amman at your own pace — visit the souks, relax in a cafe, or take a day trip

Afternoon Roman Theatre of Amman with tiered stone seating
Roman Theatre of Amman$~1h 30m

Visit the magnificent 2nd-century Roman amphitheatre carved into the hillside of downtown Amman

$3 📍 Map
🏨 Hotel in Amman

Jebel Amman (3rd–4th Circle) / Rainbow Street

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Amman → Petra
3h 30m ~$10 JETT public bus from Amman South Bus Station to Wadi Musa (Petra) — 3 hours

Petra

Petra 5 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗
Day 5 Sun, Jul 5 Full Petra View on map
Morning
Free Day in Petra$~6 hrs

A free day to explore Petra's more remote trails, Little Petra, or simply relax in Wadi Musa

Afternoon
Petra by Night$$~2 hrs

Walk the candlelit Siq after dark to see the Treasury illuminated by 1,500 candles — a magical evening experience

$24 📍 Map
🏨 Hotel in Petra (Wadi Musa)

Wadi Musa village (near Petra gate)

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Day 6 Mon, Jul 6 Full Petra View on map
Morning Al-Khazneh treasury facade carved into rose-red sandstone cliff, Petra, Jordan
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)$$~3 hrs

Walk the Siq canyon to Petra's iconic Treasury — the rose-red Nabataean façade carved directly into the cliff

$75 📍 Map
Afternoon
The Monastery (Ad-Deir)$~3 hrs

Hike 850 rock-cut steps to Petra's largest carved monument — the Monastery, even more dramatic than the Treasury

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🏨 Hotel in Petra (Wadi Musa)

Wadi Musa village (near Petra gate)

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Day 7 Tue, Jul 7 Moderate Petra View on map
Morning The Siq narrow gorge at Petra with sandstone walls
The Siq Canyon Walk$~1 hr

Walk the 1.2km Siq — Petra's dramatic narrow gorge lined with ancient water channels and carved votives

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Afternoon Little Petra narrow canyon with carved Nabataean caves
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)$~1h 30m

Explore Little Petra's uncrowded narrow canyon with carved caves, painted ceilings, and Nabataean triclinia

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🏨 Hotel in Petra (Wadi Musa)

Wadi Musa village (near Petra gate)

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Petra → Wadi Rum
2h ~$10 Minibus or shared taxi from Wadi Musa (Petra) to Wadi Rum Visitor Centre — 1.5 hours

Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum 3 stops · Open in Google Maps ↗
Day 8 Wed, Jul 8 Full Wadi Rum View on map
Morning Jeep driving through Wadi Rum red desert with rock formations
Wadi Rum Jeep Safari$$~6 hrs

Explore the Valley of the Moon by 4WD Jeep — towering sandstone arches, ancient Nabataean inscriptions, and vast red dunes

$40 📍 Map
Afternoon
Desert Stargazing & Bedouin Camp$$~12 hrs

Spend the night in a Bedouin desert camp under the extraordinary Wadi Rum starscape

$65 📍 Map
🏨 Bedouin Desert Camp in Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum Protected Area (desert camps)

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Travelers book: Wadi Rum Night Luxury Camp $120-250/nightMohammed Mutlak Camp $50-90/night
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Day 9 Thu, Jul 9 Full Wadi Rum View on map
Morning Burdah Rock Bridge natural arch high above Wadi Rum desert
Burdah Rock Bridge Hike$$~4 hrs

Hike to Wadi Rum's most dramatic natural arch — the Burdah Rock Bridge perched 35 metres above the desert

$30 📍 Map
Afternoon
Free Day in Wadi Rum$~6 hrs

A free day in the desert — explore by camel, hike to viewpoints, or simply sit with the silence of Wadi Rum

🏨 Bedouin Desert Camp in Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum Protected Area (desert camps)

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Day 10 Fri, Jul 10 Wadi Rum
Checkout & Depart

Check out of your hotel, grab a final breakfast, and head to the airport. Safe travels from Wadi Rum!

Where You’ll Stay

Estimated total: $464–$696

Trip Budget Estimate

$927 estimated total per person
$93 per day
Lodging $580
Activities $327
Transport $20

Estimates based on listed activity prices and hotel rates. Actual costs vary by season, availability, and personal spending.

Typical range for Jordan

$500 – $4,000 per person for 10 days

Budget: $50/day — Budget hotels, falafel, shared taxis Mid-range: $150/day — Hotels, restaurants, guided tours Luxury: $400/day — Desert camps, fine dining, private 4WD tours

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🧳 Practical Info for Jordan

📄 Visa
Visa on arrival for most nationalities. Jordan Pass (includes Petra entry) waives the visa fee — buy online before travel.
💵 Tipping
10% at restaurants. Tip drivers and guides. Customary to tip hotel staff.
💱 Currency
Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Cash preferred in souks and smaller shops. Cards accepted at hotels and larger restaurants.
🔌 Power
230V, Type B/C/D/F/G/J plugs. Bring a universal adapter.
📶 Connectivity
SIM cards at Queen Alia Airport (Zain, Orange, Umniah). Good coverage in cities; Wadi Rum and Dana have limited signal.
🚨 Emergency
911 (general emergency)

🚗 Getting Around Jordan

🚗 Car

Car rental or private driver recommended. Amman to Petra is 3 hours via the Kings Highway (scenic) or Desert Highway (fast).

🚌 Bus

JETT buses run Amman to Petra and Aqaba. Book the day before at the JETT office in Amman.

🚗 Car

Jordan Pass includes Petra entry + visa fee — buy online before arrival for savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a week in Jordan cost?

Budget: $50-80/day. Mid-range: $120-200/day. Luxury: $350+/day. Buy the Jordan Pass ($70-80) — it includes Petra entry and waives the visa fee.

What is the best time to visit Jordan?

March-May and September-November for comfortable temperatures. Summer is extremely hot, especially in Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea area.

Is Jordan safe for tourists?

Yes — Jordan is one of the safest countries in the Middle East for tourists. Petra, Wadi Rum, and Amman are well-traveled and welcoming.

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