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Walking & Trekking
Hiking in Jordan: Petra and Wadi Rum
8 days • 4.9
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Excellent
75 reviews
8 days
Start
Amman, Jordan
Finish
Madaba, Jordan
Trip Code
EEXA
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Transport
Jeep, Van
Accommodation
Permanent camp (1 night), Desert Camp (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights)
From £1,500(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Visit Little Petra and hike the lesser-known backroad into iconic Petra – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Spend a full day exploring the secret hiking trails of this awe-inspiring ancient treasure.
Explore the spectacular Dana Reserve on foot – this unbelievably diverse reserve was established to protect wildlife and provide local communities with employment.
See Wadi Rum, a world unto itself. Hop in 4WDs and experience its twisted rock scenery, watching the sunset on a trek through this rugged moonscape.
Learn about the Bedouin culture over an earthen oven-cooked feast before sleeping under the stars – these semi-nomadic locals are renowned for their hospitality, so you're in for a treat.
Experience the best weightlessness this side of outer space with an effortless float in the super-salty waters of the Dead Sea.
Is this trip right for you?
There is good amount of hiking involved in this trip and when visiting Jordan's historic sites, especially in Petra and Wadi Rum. A reasonable level of fitness is required.
Most of the time there is no shade, so remember to bring a hat, sun protection, and sturdy, comfortable hiking boots or walking shoes.
The distances that you will be trekking vary from 14 km to 20 km over a range of terrains, we recommend you consider packing trekking poles for the hikes.
The desert camp in Wadi Rum is basic but incredibly memorable. There are tents and shared western bathroom facilities. While the desert may be very hot during the day, it will still be cool at night, so remember to bring some warmer layers, especially if visiting outside of the summer months.
Itinerary
Step off the beaten track on a trekking adventure through Jordan
Experience the beauty and culture of Jordan on this exhilarating eight-day trekking adventure. Wander the streets of modern Amman, marvel at Little Petra, get off the beaten track around ancient Petra (ticking this Wonder of the World off your bucket list), be dazzled by the famous Treasury building, join the Bedouins for a desert adventure in 4WDs, admire the Byzantine mosaics in Madaba and float in the famously salty Dead Sea. This is Jordan at its active, action-packed best.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Transport
Jeep, Van
Accommodation
Permanent camp (1 night), Desert Camp (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights)
Included activities
Dana Biosphere Reserve - Guided hike
Little Petra visit
Petra - Leader-led tour of Petra
Little Petra Backdoor guided hike
Madras Trail guided hike
High Place guided hike
Wadi Farasa guided hike
Wadi Rum - Desert Jeep Excursion
Sunset hike including Um Fruth Rock Arch
Desert guided hike including lunch
Madaba visit including St George's Church
Dead Sea sunset swim
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Important notes
1. You'll need a good level of fitness for this trip.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 5 & 6 (Desert Camp) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. Due to local weather conditions we may have need to changes some of the advertised walks. This decision is made by the local authorities and only occurs from time to time, should this occur then a substitute activity will be planned and advised.
4. Travellers only have to carry their essential items in a small backpack when hiking, while the main luggage will be transferred.
Reviews (70)
5 stars
62
4 stars
7
2 stars
1
Fiona
May 14, 2025
Loved this trip - great hikes, amazing sites to see, good company. Jordan is stunning with varied landscapes and incredible hospitality. So pleased I got to experience this trip.
Rebecca
May 10, 2025
Hiking in Jordan is an excellent way to experience the country. You go beyond where the regular crowds go and really get to the heart of the destination. The accommodation was all excellent, especially the Wadi Rum camp. The hikes were demanding but rewarding and the views got better and better. Our guide Mohammed was excellent and really gave us a great insight into not only the natural side of the country but the Jordanian culture also. Fantastic trip.
Jin
Apr 30, 2025
Our team leader Mohammed has helped making this a truly beautiful and unforgettable trip.
Rachel
Apr 29, 2025
If you're considering this trip – book it! I cannot recommend it highly enough. Jordan has been on my list for years and this trip exceeded all expectations. Jordan is an amazing country – the warmth of the people, the amazing food, the rich history and the culture. Hiking through Petra and through Wadi Rum was an incredible way to experience both. But it was Mohammed, the trip leader, who made this trip extra special! He's incredibly knowledgeable, funny, kind and considerate.
Daniel
Apr 27, 2025
Well organised trip with an excellent guide. Hiking in Petra was hot (around 30 degrees), any more would be very challenging. The two days hiking in Wadi Rum wasn't that interesting in terms of sites to see. The Dead Sea was a great experience. Overall the hiking isn't too long or challenging apart from the heat and dust. Was a bit more expensive that I was expecting (needed around 300 JOD in cash)
Noleen
Nov 02, 2024
Hike Jordan is a wonderful trip with different landscapes & activities. It really gives you a good insight into the country & sadly how the people are being effected by the conflict around then. Despite that it feels really safe & hospitable.
Carmen
Oct 16, 2024
This was a dream trip. Hiking into Petra and encountering the Monastery first was something I will never forget. Hiking in Wadi Rum and the Dana Reserve was also spectacular. I feel fortunate to have travelled to such a lovely country, where the people are gentle and inviting. Our leader, Mahmood was incredible. He had the group gelling immediately and made us feel like a family. His sense of humour was wonderful and his knowledge was endless. We all left the tour knowing an enormous amount of information about Jordan, and memories of our group giggling and laughing every day. The food was fantastic, as were the desert camps and hiking was the absolute best way to see this beautiful country.
Jayne
Sep 19, 2024
This was the trip of a lifetime for us. We cannot recommend it highly enough. Mahmood our guide was absolutely brilliant; positive, knowledgeable, kind and funny! He provided guidance and encouragement perfectly. Our group was amazing and the star of the holiday is Jordan!
Anita
Jun 06, 2024
Jordan is an amazing country to explore and has been on my list of places to visit for a very long time, the trip exceeded my expectations. Jordanian's are friendly and helpful and made my trip one to remember, I would encourage you to book a visit now.
Joanne
May 19, 2024
Visiting Jordan with Intrepid was an excellent way to see so much in a short time. Such an excellent variety of experiences and the guides were wonderful. Small group set up was perfect and the accommodation brilliant. This trip exceeded our expectations and a trip to remember. Would highly recommend if you like a mix of culture and hiking.
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