3-day itinerary · 2 nights
3 Days in Jordan — Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea
The classic short loop — Roman Jerash, Petra, a Wadi Rum safari and a Dead Sea float in three full days. Busy but logically routed.
3 days · 2 nights
First visitors with a few days who want the major highlights…
Spring & autumn
Logical north–south loop
Day-by-day
The schedule
Every day is adjustable, and you choose your preferred start time when booking. Tell us your pace and we will tune the route.
- 1
Amman city & Jerash
Start with the Amman Citadel and Roman Theater, then drive north to Jerash for the colonnaded Oval Plaza and South Theatre. Return to Amman for the evening. Overnight in Amman.
Major attractions
Amman Citadel Roman Theater Jerash Oval Plaza Cardo Maximus South TheatreOptional experiences
- Ajloun Castle add-on (adds 1 h driving)
- Downtown Amman souk walk
- 2
Amman → Petra
Early drive south to Petra for a full day inside the rose-red city. Walk the Siq, take in the Treasury, then explore the Royal Tombs and colonnaded street. Overnight in Wadi Musa.
Major attractions
The Siq The Treasury Royal Tombs Great TempleOptional experiences
- Monastery (Ad-Deir) climb
- High Place of Sacrifice
- Petra by Night (Mon/Wed/Thu)
- 3
Wadi Rum safari → Dead Sea → Amman
A morning Wadi Rum jeep safari, then the long drive north to the Dead Sea for a float and resort afternoon. Return to Amman by evening. This is the heaviest driving day — pace it with an early start.
Major attractions
Wadi Rum dunes & canyons Dead Sea float mineral mudOptional experiences
- Aqaba Red Sea stop (adds time)
- Mujib Siq Trail (seasonal, adds 2 h)
Who this suits
First visitors with a few days who want the major highlights and can handle some longer driving days.
Seasonal considerations
Best spring or autumn. Summer Day 3 is long and hot; winter can bring snow in Amman and Jerash.
Practical advice
- Day 3 has the most driving — start the Wadi Rum safari early to leave time for the Dead Sea.
- Two nights: one in Amman, one in a Wadi Rum camp or Wadi Musa.
- The Dead Sea resort day pass gives access to showers, pools and the beach — worth it after the desert.
- Buy the Jordan Pass to cover Petra and Jerash entrances.
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