5-Day Jordan Highlights

5-Day Jordan Highlights Tour from Amman

The most complete Jordan tour from Amman — five days covering Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba, Mount Nebo, the Baptism Site, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. It runs in a small-group format (max 6 travelers) in a Toyota 4×4 with an English-speaking driver.

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Overview

5-Day Jordan Highlights Tour from Amman

The most complete Jordan tour from Amman — five days covering Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba, Mount Nebo, the Baptism Site, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. It runs in a small-group format (max 6 travelers) in a Toyota 4×4 with an English-speaking driver.

  • Jerash Roman ruins & Ajloun Castle
  • Madaba — city of mosaics
  • Mount Nebo & Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Baptism Site)
  • Petra full day
  • Wadi Rum 4×4 jeep tour
  • Aqaba on the Red Sea
  • Dead Sea float
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Every booking option for this tour, with what each one includes. Prices are per person.

Small Group (max 6) — Transport OnlyToyota 4×4 with English-speaking driver for 5 days; accommodation, entry tickets and meals paid separately for flexibilityFrom $480
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Petra entry is $70 (50 JOD) per person unless a package states otherwise, and is free with a Jordan Pass. All options include hotel pickup, transport and an English-speaking driver.

Day by Day

Your itinerary

How the tour flows, stop by stop.

Day 1 — Amman → Jerash → Ajloun

Morning pickup and drive north to Jerash for Hadrian's Arch, the Oval Plaza, Cardo Maximus, South Theatre and Temple of Artemis, then Ajloun Castle before returning to Amman for the night.

Day 2 — Amman → Madaba → Mount Nebo → Bethany → Petra

Visit Madaba's St George's Church and 6th-century Mosaic Map, Mount Nebo, and the UNESCO-listed Bethany Beyond the Jordan Baptism Site, then drive 3 hours south to Petra.

Day 3 — Petra Full Day

Early entry, walking the Siq to the Treasury and exploring the Royal Tombs, Roman amphitheater, Colonnaded Street and Great Temple, with an optional climb to the Monastery; overnight in Wadi Musa.

Day 4 — Petra → Wadi Rum → Aqaba

Drive to Wadi Rum for a 4×4 jeep safari through the red dunes, rock bridges and Lawrence's Spring, then continue to Aqaba for free time at the beach, snorkeling, or Aqaba Fort and an overnight stay.

Day 5 — Aqaba → Dead Sea → Amman

Drive to the Dead Sea to float and apply mineral mud, then drop-off at an Amman hotel or the airport.

What You Get

What’s included — and what’s not

✓ Included

  • Amman hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Queen Alia Airport pickup
  • Toyota 4×4 with English-speaking driver (5 days)
  • Small-group format (max 6 travelers)
  • All transportation between sites
  • Wadi Rum 4×4 jeep tour
  • Free cancellation 24h before
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✕ Not included (or optional)

  • Accommodation in Petra and Wadi Rum
  • Entry tickets
  • Meals
  • Licensed guides at individual sites
  • Dead Sea resort entry fee
  • Optional Petra by Night ticket
  • Aqaba snorkeling/diving fees
  • Driver gratuities (optional)
  • Travel insurance
Questions & Answers

5-Day Jordan Highlights — FAQ

Yes — 5 days is the sweet spot for a complete Jordan tour. It covers the country's main historical and natural sights without rushing, including Petra (full day), Wadi Rum (jeep tour), the Dead Sea, and the biblical sites near Madaba.

This is a flexible budget option: by leaving accommodation out, the tour can offer a lower starting price ($480 vs $700+ for fully-bundled tours). You choose and pay for your own hotels and camps at the comfort level you prefer.

Maximum 6 travelers, in a Toyota 4×4. This is much smaller than typical Jordan bus tours, which can have 17–40 travelers.

Yes, almost certainly. Entry fees are not included, and over 5 days you'll visit at least 6 paid sites, so the Jordan Pass ($99–$117) — which also waives the visa fee — pays for itself.

Day 2 covers Jordan's Christian heritage route: Madaba, Mount Nebo, and the Bethany Baptism Site, where many believe Jesus was baptized.

Yes — airport pickup is included at no extra cost.

Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal — mild temperatures across the country for walking ruins and desert.

Traveler Reviews

What travelers say

Rated 5.0 on GetYourGuide.

★★★★★
“Five days that covered everything I wanted to see in Jordan. Our driver knew the routes and timings perfectly — never rushed, never late. The small group of 6 meant we could chat with the others or have quiet time on long drives. Petra and Wadi Rum were the highlights, but Mount Nebo and the Baptism Site were unexpectedly moving.”
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★★★★★
“Exactly what we wanted — a thorough tour without committing to a big bus group. The driver was friendly, the Toyota was comfortable for long drives, and the itinerary made geographic sense. Aqaba was a nice break after the desert. Highly recommend for anyone with 5 days in Jordan.”
VTVerified travelervia GetYourGuide
★★★★★
“Worth getting a Jordan Pass for this tour — entry fees add up across nine sites. Otherwise everything went smoothly. The Desert Castles stop on the way back to the airport was a nice extra. Would book again.”
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