Jordan Highlights Escape

3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea

See four of Jordan’s signature destinations in just three days, combining Madaba, the Dead Sea, Petra and an overnight Wadi Rum desert experience.

Float in the Dead Sea Guided Petra exploration Wadi Rum safari & desert night
3-Day Highlights

Duration

3 days / 2 nights

Start / End

Amman – Amman

Travel Pace

Active

Jordan’s Biggest Highlights in Just 3 Days

Built for travelers with limited time, this private 3-day Jordan tour connects four of the country’s most memorable experiences. Discover Madaba’s historic mosaics, float in the Dead Sea, explore Petra with a guide and continue into Wadi Rum for a 4×4 desert safari, sunset and overnight camp stay before returning to Amman.

Planning Notes

A fast-moving Jordan itinerary for travelers who want Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea without committing to a longer tour.

Route Amman → Madaba → Dead Sea → Petra → Wadi Rum → Amman
Ideal For Couples, first-time visitors, short stays
Pricing Flexible based on resort level and season

What is included and how the trip feels on the ground

Included in the package

  • Private transportation with professional driver, onboard WiFi and bottled water
  • Licensed tour guide and entrance tickets to included archaeological sites and museums
  • Two-hour Wadi Rum desert safari, visa fees, airport meet & greet, taxes and service charges

Petra / Wadi Musa Overnight

Stay near Petra after your journey through Madaba and the Dead Sea, positioning you for an early start and a full guided exploration of the ancient Nabataean city.

Wadi Rum Desert Camp

Spend your second night surrounded by Wadi Rum’s sandstone landscape, with desert sunset views, a traditional Bedouin dinner and a quiet night beneath the stars.

A polished route from arrival to final departure

01

Day 01

Amman to Madaba, Dead Sea & Petra

Depart Amman for Madaba to visit St. George’s Church and its famous Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land. Continue to the Dead Sea for time at a private beach resort, where you can float in the mineral-rich water and relax by the pool. After lunch, travel south to Petra, check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

02

Day 02

Petra to Wadi Rum – Ancient City to Desert

Explore Petra with a licensed guide, walking through the Siq to the Treasury before continuing toward the Royal Tombs and Colonnaded Street. After lunch, travel south to Wadi Rum for a 4×4 desert safari through sandstone valleys and landmarks such as Lawrence’s Spring. Watch sunset over the desert before checking into your camp for an overnight stay beneath the stars.

03

Day 03

Wadi Rum to Amman – Desert Sunrise & Return

Start the morning with sunrise and breakfast in Wadi Rum, with time to relax or take an optional short camel ride. Depart the desert for the drive north to Amman, arriving in the afternoon. If timing permits, an optional visit to the Amman Citadel can be added before your final drop-off.

Questions travelers usually ask before confirming

Can I see Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea in 3 days?

Yes. This itinerary is specifically designed to combine the Dead Sea, Petra and Wadi Rum within three days using private transportation and efficient routing. It also includes a short cultural stop in Madaba.

How much time do we spend in Petra?

Petra is explored on the morning and early afternoon of Day 2 with a guided route through the Siq to the Treasury and onward to major sites including the Royal Tombs and Colonnaded Street.

Do we stay overnight in Wadi Rum?

Yes. After the Wadi Rum 4×4 safari and desert sunset, the itinerary includes an overnight desert-camp experience before returning to Amman the following day.

Adapt this package to your dates, hotel level, and travel style.

Use this package as a starting point, then refine pacing, room category, vehicle class, and route depth with the Zoor Tours team.