Wadi Rum Jeep TourPetra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Tour from Amman: Prices, Fees and What's Included
A Petra Wadi Rum Dead Sea tour from Amman packs Jordan's three headline sights into two days without a rental car. The listing from Jordan Private Tours and Travel starts at $275 per person for a small group of up to 10, with free cancellation until 24 hours before. What the price leaves out matters as much as what it covers: entry fees and local site guides sit outside it, and the Jordan Pass is the usual way to absorb them. This page sets out the full cost picture, the shared versus private choice, the pick-up rules and the camp night. For the wider Wadi Rum jeep tour range beyond this loop, the homepage compares the options.
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Petra, Wadi Rum jeep safari, Bedouin overnight, Dead Sea float
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Why Book the Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Tour from Amman
Jordan's geography requires planning. Petra is in the south, 3 hours from Amman by road. Wadi Rum is 1.5 hours further south from Petra. The Dead Sea is north of Amman, between the capital and the West Bank border. Connecting these three points independently means a rental car, at least two hotel bookings, and a route that doubles back on itself. The alternative, and the reason this tour exists, is to let a single operator handle all of it in a logical two-day loop.
Day 1 heads south: Amman → Petra (3 hours) → drive to Wadi Rum (1.5 hours) → jeep safari → Bedouin camp overnight. Day 2 comes back north: camp breakfast → drive north past Amman to the Dead Sea (3 hours) → float → drive back to Amman. The distances are long but the tour operator accounts for this, and the minivan journey gives you time to decompress between high-intensity activity stops.
The 1,563-review count at 4.9 stars is the most significant data point about this tour. That volume of reviews at near-perfect rating is exceptionally rare for a multi-day itinerary, where the margin for something to go wrong is much higher than a single-activity tour. The consistency across that many reviews is a strong signal that the operator executes this itinerary reliably.
For travelers staying in Amman on a layover, a business trip extension, or a short Jordan add-on between international flights, this 2-day structure is the most efficient way to see all three sites without wasting a day on transfers. Many guests fly into Amman's Queen Alia International Airport, take this tour immediately, and fly out on Day 3 having seen Jordan's three most iconic destinations.
What You'll See: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea
The tour covers Jordan's three UNESCO-associated destinations in sequence:
- Petra: The Siq: a 1.2-kilometre narrow slot canyon that functions as the dramatic entrance to Petra, with canyon walls rising 80 metres overhead in places. The walk takes approximately 20–30 minutes and ends at the Treasury reveal
- Petra: Al-Khazneh (The Treasury): the most photographed monument in Jordan, a 40-metre-tall Nabataean temple facade carved directly into the rose-red sandstone cliff in the 1st century BCE. The guide explains the Nabataean civilisation and the purpose of the structure
- Petra: Rose-Red City walking tour: the guide takes you through the Colonnaded Street, the Royal Tombs, and the Theatre area. Most tours allow 2–3 hours inside Petra depending on pacing
- Wadi Rum: 4x4 jeep tour: a 2-hour afternoon jeep tour through the wadi rum desert hitting key viewpoints (typically Lawrence Spring, Khazali Canyon inscriptions and the red sand dunes) as golden-hour light floods the desert
- Wadi Rum: Bedouin camp overnight: dinner and overnight stay in a traditional bedouin tent (one tent for up to 3 people) in the heart of the protected area, stargazing after dinner, and sunrise on Day 2
- Dead Sea: floating experience: the Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth (430 metres below sea level) and contains approximately 34% salt, ten times saltier than ocean water. Floating is effortless and involuntary, and mud from the lakebed is applied as a mineral treatment
- Dead Sea: shoreline: views across the water toward the West Bank hills of Palestine. The dramatically receding shoreline is a powerful visual reminder of the lake's rapid evaporation
Time at each site
Petra receives approximately 3–4 hours, enough to walk The Siq, see the Treasury, and explore the main Colonnaded Street and Royal Tombs area. The jeep tour in Wadi Rum takes 2 hours, covering the main landmarks before arriving at camp for sunset. The Dead Sea stop is typically 2 hours.
Given the driving distances involved, this is a well-calibrated itinerary: you see each site properly rather than sprinting through. Travelers who want more than 2 hours at Petra specifically should consider a separate Petra-only day or extending their Jordan itinerary.
The Bedouin camp overnight is the midpoint of the 2-day loop, between Petra on Day 1 and the Dead Sea on Day 2.
What's Included & Not Included
Included
The listing covers the following, depending on the option you choose:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman (unless the mid-size group option is selected, which meets at the Olive Tree hotel parking lot)
- Small-group transfers throughout (up to 10 people), with private and mid-size group options: Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum → Dead Sea → Amman. Departure times are fixed, the bus will not wait, and one bag is allowed per traveller
- Local site guides at Petra and Wadi Rum on the mid-size group option only
- Dead Sea resort entry with lunch on the mid-size group option only
- Tent sharing: one tent for up to 3 people
- 4x4 jeep tour in Wadi Rum for 2 hours (afternoon of Day 1)
- 1 night in a traditional Bedouin tent at a Wadi Rum desert camp
- Dinner at the Bedouin camp (Day 1 evening)
- Breakfast at the camp (Day 2 morning)
- Dead Sea beach access is optional and not included, except on the mid-size group option
- Bottled water throughout both days
Not included
- Lunch on Day 1 (Petra): eat before departure or buy food at the Petra visitor centre
- Lunch on Day 2 (Dead Sea): most tours stop at a Dead Sea resort restaurant, additional cost
- Towel for the Dead Sea: bring your own or rent on-site
- Petra-specific additional sites (Monastery, High Place of Sacrifice): these require extra walking time beyond the standard tour
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide, driver, and Bedouin hosts
- Petra and Wadi Rum entry fees and local tour guides on the small and mid-size group tours (the Jordan Pass covers the fees where applicable, so buy it online before arrival if you spend at least 2 nights in Jordan)
- Single-room or single-tent supplements, subject to availability and advance arrangement
The Jordan Pass Effect: What You Pay On Top of the Tour
The listing excludes all entry fees and local site guides, so your real total depends on whether you arrive holding a Jordan Pass. This section works out both cases.
Without a Jordan Pass
You pay at the gates yourself. The Wadi Rum protected-area fee is 5 JD (about $7) per Wikivoyage, with several listings quoting 7 JD (about $10), so budget for 5-7 JD at the visitor centre. The listing does not give a Petra ticket price.
One traveller report in a Facebook travel group puts a one-day Petra pass at 50 JOD (about $71) and a two-day pass at 55 JOD (about $78), so check the figure at the gate. Lunches on days one and two, Dead Sea resort access with lunch, tips and single-tent supplements are also outside the $275.
- Wadi Rum entry: 5-7 JD, pay cash
- Petra entry: traveller report 50 JOD one day, 55 JOD two days, verify on site
- Lunches, Dead Sea resort access and tips: extra
With a Jordan Pass
The Jordan Pass includes Wadi Rum among its 40-plus sites and covers Petra, so it absorbs both entry fees this tour excludes. It costs 70 JOD (about $99) for the Wanderer with one Petra day, 75 JOD (about $106) for the two-day Explorer or 80 JOD (about $113) for the three-day Expert. Buy it before arrival and it also waives the 40 JD (about $56) visa fee if you stay at least two nights.
Children under 12 enter sites free with parents. You still pay lunches, the Dead Sea fee and tips yourself, because the pass does not cover the Dead Sea. More on the pass sits in the fees and money guide.
Source: Jordan Pass Prices, Wikivoyage Wadi Rum, Facebook travel group report.
2-Day Jordan Highlights Itinerary
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Day 1: 07:00
Pickup from your Amman hotel
The minivan collects you from your Amman hotel. Hotel pickup applies unless the mid-size group option is selected, which meets at the Olive Tree hotel parking lot. The departure time is fixed and the bus will not wait. The drive south to Petra takes approximately 3 hours via the Desert Highway.
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10:00
Arrive at Petra visitor centre
Entry fees are not included on the small and mid-size group tours (the Jordan Pass covers them where applicable), so have your pass or cash ready. Local guides at Petra are included on the mid-size group option only.
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10:15
Walk The Siq to The Treasury
Enter the 1.2-kilometre Siq, a natural geological fault that formed the main entrance to the Nabataean city. The canyon walls narrow to 3 metres in places and rise 80 metres overhead. The walk ends with a sudden view of Al-Khazneh, the 2,000-year-old Treasury carved into the rose-red cliff face.
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11:00
Rose-Red City walking tour
Continue through Petra's main archaeological zone: the Colonnaded Street, the royal tombs carved into the eastern cliff face, the Roman Theatre, and the Temple of the Winged Lions. Your guide explains the Nabataean civilisation, one of the ancient world's most sophisticated trading cultures, and the city's eventual incorporation into the Roman Empire.
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13:30
Depart Petra for Wadi Rum
Exit through the visitor centre. Lunch break available (own expense) at the restaurants near the entrance before boarding the minivan for the 1.5-hour drive south to Wadi Rum Village.
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15:30
Arrive Wadi Rum Village, board jeep
Transfer to 4x4 open-back jeep in Wadi Rum Village. Afternoon timing is deliberate: the next 2.5 hours of daylight are the most photogenic of the day as low-angle sun deepens the desert's colours.
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16:00
Wadi Rum jeep safari
The 2-hour jeep tour drives into the protected area visiting key landmarks such as Lawrence Spring, Khazali Canyon Nabataean inscriptions and the red sand dunes. The bedouin guide narrates at each stop. The late afternoon timing means you are at the viewpoints as the desert light turns golden.
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18:30
Arrive Bedouin camp, sunset
The jeep brings you to the overnight camp in a remote part of Wadi Rum. Arrive in time for the full sunset over the desert, where the canyon walls glow copper and orange as daylight fades.
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20:00
Bedouin dinner under the stars
Traditional Bedouin dinner prepared by the camp hosts: grilled meat or chicken, rice, salads, flatbread, and sweet tea. After dinner, the sky is dark enough for stargazing. The Milky Way is visible on clear nights from approximately 21:00.
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Day 2: 06:30
Sunrise at the camp
Wake before sunrise to watch the eastern plateau light up. Complete silence. The temperature at this hour ranges from very cold (winter) to pleasantly cool (spring/autumn/summer).
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07:30
Bedouin breakfast
Breakfast at the camp: flatbread, labneh, eggs, honey, olives, and hot tea. Pack your bags and prepare for departure.
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09:00
Depart Wadi Rum, drive north to Dead Sea
The drive from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea takes approximately 3 hours via the Desert Highway. The route passes through the Jordan Rift Valley with views of the Arab desert escarpment.
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12:00
Dead Sea: float and mud treatment
Arrive at the Dead Sea on the eastern (Jordanian) shore. Resort beach access and lunch are optional and not included, except on the mid-size group option. Enter the water: floating is completely effortless due to the extreme salt concentration. Apply Dead Sea mud from the lakebed to skin. The minerals in the mud are particularly high in magnesium, potassium, and calcium. Shower facilities are available on-site.
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14:00
Lunch at Dead Sea (own expense)
Most groups eat at the resort restaurant near the Dead Sea beach before the drive back to Amman. Cost is not included in the tour price.
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15:00
Drive back to Amman
Approximately 1 hour north to Amman along the western highway past the King Hussein Bridge border crossing.
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16:00–18:00
Return to Amman hotel
Drop-off at your hotel or at a central Amman point depending on traffic. Arrival time varies but is typically between 16:00 and 18:00.
Pick-Up Rules: Where the Bus Waits and Where It Does Not
The meeting arrangements differ between the small-group and mid-size options, and the departure time is fixed.
Meeting Point and the Fine Print
The small-group option includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman. The mid-size group option uses the Olive Tree hotel parking lot as the meeting point instead, with no hotel pickup. Departure is at a fixed time and the bus will not wait, so arrive early.
One bag per traveller is allowed. Experience Jordan's competing tour goes further and excludes airport-area pickups entirely, requiring pick-up and drop-off inside Amman proper, a rule worth knowing if you land late and hoped to join straight from Queen Alia airport.
Source: Experience Jordan 2-day tour.
Important Things to Know Before You Book
This is a physically active 2-day itinerary with significant walking at Petra and a full day in and out of transport. A few things to prepare for.
What to pack for 2 days
- Comfortable walking shoes with ankle support: Petra involves 5–7km over cobbled and uneven terrain, so do not wear flip-flops or dress shoes
- Swimwear for the Dead Sea: bring it on Day 1 packed in your overnight bag so it is ready on Day 2
- Old swimwear or clothes you don't mind staining: Dead Sea mud and salt water leave marks
- Towel for the Dead Sea: bring your own or rent at the resort
- Sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen for Petra (open sky throughout) and the Dead Sea shore
- Small overnight bag for the Bedouin camp: leave large luggage in Amman or in the minivan
- Warm layer for the desert camp overnight, temperature-dependent on season
- Water bottle: the guide provides bottled water but a personal bottle reduces plastic
- Cash in Jordanian Dinars for lunch (both days), gratuities, and any optional extras at Petra or the Dead Sea
Petra: what to know
- The walk from the Petra visitor centre through The Siq to the Treasury is approximately 2km round trip
- The main archaeological zone involves significantly more walking: a full tour can reach 5–7km total depending on how far you go
- Horse-drawn carriages operate in The Siq for an additional fee. Many visitors choose to walk in but take a carriage out.
- The Monastery (Ad-Deir), one of Petra's other great monuments, requires an additional 800 steps and is not typically included in this tour's standard route due to time constraints
Insider Tips for the Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Tour
- Book the earliest available departure: the departure time is fixed and the bus will not wait. Petra is cooler and less crowded early in the day. The midday heat in summer (June–August) makes extended walking difficult, and you want to reach the Treasury before the peak tour-group crowds arrive around 10:30–11:00.
- Don't wash the Dead Sea mud off too quickly: the standard advice is to leave the mineral mud on for 10–15 minutes before rinsing. The magnesium absorbs through the skin. Many guests apply it, photograph it, and rinse immediately: slow down and let it work.
- The Dead Sea water stings open cuts badly: if you have any fresh cuts or scratches, cover them with waterproof tape before entering. The salt concentration is extreme.
- Don't splash your face in the Dead Sea: the water is not safe to get in your eyes or swallow. Float on your back and keep your head up. Most tour guides brief you on this, but it is worth knowing in advance.
- Plan meals in advance: the tour includes dinner at the Bedouin camp (Day 1) and breakfast at camp (Day 2) but no lunches. Budget approximately 7–10 JOD ($10–14) for lunch at the Petra visitor area and again at the Dead Sea resort. The Dead Sea resort lunch is typically a buffet.
- If Petra impresses you and you want more time there, the tour operator may be able to advise on extending your stay in Petra separately after the tour. It is a 2-day destination in its own right with the Monastery, High Place of Sacrifice, and Little Petra all worth a return visit.
2-Day Route: Amman to Petra to Wadi Rum to Dead Sea
The Wadi Rum jeep safari on Day 1 is timed for late afternoon, the desert's most photogenic light.
Who This Tour Is For
The Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea 2-day tour from Amman is built specifically for travelers who have limited time in Jordan and want to see all three major destinations without the complexity of independent logistics. It is the right tour for:
- First-time visitors to Jordan arriving in Amman with 2–3 days before or after an international connection: this itinerary maximises every available hour
- Travelers who are not comfortable driving independently in Jordan or do not want to navigate unfamiliar roads between southern Jordan and the Dead Sea
- Couples and small groups wanting a seamless all-in-one experience with accommodation, meals, and guides handled centrally
- Business travelers or conference attendees based in Amman who want a short structured escape that covers Jordan's headline destinations without planning time
- Cruise passengers arriving in Aqaba with extra days who want a guided overland loop before heading to Amman
Not ideal for:
- Travelers with mobility limitations: Petra involves 5–7km of walking over cobbled and uneven ancient terrain. It is not accessible by wheelchair and is difficult for guests with knee or hip problems.
- Visitors who want more than approximately 3–4 hours at Petra: the Monastery, the High Place of Sacrifice, and other major sites require a full day minimum. For dedicated Petra exploration, book a separate Petra-only tour.
- Travelers staying in Aqaba rather than Amman: the tour departs from and returns to Amman. If you are based in Aqaba you are geographically better positioned to book individual jeep tours in Wadi Rum directly.
- Guests who prefer slow, immersive travel with extended time at each location: this is an efficient overview tour, not a deep-dive
- Children under 12, pregnant women, people over 80 and people with mobility impairments, which the listing rules out
Who Should Not Book This Tour
The listing names clear exclusions that shape who can join.
Restrictions on the Listing
The tour is not suitable for children under 12, pregnant women, travellers with mobility impairments or people over 80. Drones are not allowed. The Wadi Rum jeep segment lasts 2 hours, and the camp night is one tent shared by up to 3 people, so privacy is limited unless you pay a single-tent supplement.
If you want a desert night without the Petra and Dead Sea legs, the Wadi Rum only 2-day options cover cave and camp variants.
Source: tour listing for Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea 2-Day Jordan Highlights from Amman.
Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea Tour: FAQ
Is Petra worth visiting or is it overhyped?
Petra is consistently described by visitors as exceeding expectations, which is unusual for one of the world's most photographed ancient sites. The reason is the Siq approach: the 1.2km walk through the narrow canyon builds genuine anticipation, and the Treasury reveal at the end is a moment almost everyone describes as breathtaking regardless of how many photographs they have seen beforehand. The scale of the city (over 800 monuments carved into 264 square kilometres of desert) means the Treasury is just the beginning. Most visitors leave wishing they had booked more time.
How long do we actually spend at Petra?
This tour allocates approximately 3–4 hours inside Petra, including The Siq walk, the Treasury, and the main Colonnaded Street and Royal Tombs area. This covers the essential highlights. To reach the Monastery (Ad-Deir), one of Petra's other great monuments, you would need at least 6–7 hours total inside the site. The Monastery involves an additional 800 steps each way and is a separate excursion. If Petra is the main reason for your Jordan visit, consider booking a full standalone Petra day tour instead.
What is there to do at the Dead Sea beyond floating?
The main activities are floating, applying Dead Sea mud, and enjoying the views across the water. The resort beach typically has sun loungers and towels for rent, showers for rinsing off the salt, and a restaurant. Some resorts have pools with regular (non-salt) water for swimming. The Dead Sea shore itself is stark and dramatic: the high salt concentration creates natural salt crystals along the waterline. Most guests spend 1.5–2 hours before the drive back to Amman.
Is the tour crowded or do we travel as a private group?
The listing offers a small group of up to 10 people, a mid-size group option and private options at a higher price. The small and mid-size tours have a fixed departure time and the bus will not wait. In practice, a small group means you are travelling with other independent travellers from various countries, which most guests find adds to the experience. At the Dead Sea, time is fully free.
Can the tour be extended if I want more time at Petra?
The standard itinerary is fixed for logistical reasons: the afternoon jeep timing in Wadi Rum and the subsequent camp overnight require leaving Petra by approximately 13:30. If you want a full day at Petra, the better approach is to book a separate Petra-only day tour from Amman or stay overnight in Petra and then take the Wadi Rum jeep tour from there.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Jordan's weather is reliably good for most of the year. Petra and Wadi Rum rarely see rain, as the region is desert. The Dead Sea is also consistently dry. If a rare rain event coincides with your tour, most operators continue the itinerary with minor adjustments. Flash floods occasionally affect Wadi Rum and the Petra Siq (the canyon floods quickly in heavy rain). In those rare cases the operator will advise on route alternatives. Check the cancellation policy at booking: free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure applies.
How does the $275 price compare to arranging the same trip independently?
Independently: Petra entrance is approximately $75 JD (c. $106 USD) per person. A private taxi Amman–Petra costs $60–80 USD. A Wadi Rum jeep tour is $42–63 per person. Overnight camp accommodation and dinner: $40–70 per person. Dead Sea resort entrance and facilities: $20–40 per person. Taxi or bus Dead Sea–Amman: $30–50 per person. Total independent estimate: $300–$380 per person, excluding guide costs and with more planning effort. The $275 all-in tour is cheaper once transfers and guide are factored in.
How far is the Dead Sea from Petra?
This tour does not drive from Petra straight to the Dead Sea. Day one runs from Amman to Petra (225 km per the listing) and on to the Wadi Rum camp. Day two goes from Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea, which lies 400 m below sea level, and then back to Amman. Resort access and lunch at the Dead Sea are optional extras.
How do I get from Amman to the Dead Sea on my own?
On this tour the transfer is included: the Dead Sea is the last stop of day two, before drop-off at your Amman hotel on the small-group option. Travelling independently, a taxi or private driver is the usual route, and Wikivoyage advises fixing a day-taxi fare in advance.
How much does a taxi from Amman to Petra cost?
Agree the fare before you set off. For scale, Wikivoyage lists the shorter Petra to Wadi Rum taxi at 30-35 JD (about $42-$49) and flags the figure as dated, and the Amman to Petra drive is 225 km per the listing. If a taxi-plus-tickets plan approaches the tour cost, the $275 shared tour with its camp night and jeep segment may compare well. See what a Wadi Rum trip costs for the fee side.
What Travelers Are Saying
Covered almost all the important places in Jordan! Our driver, Jaffar, was amazing—he kept us entertained and comfortable throughout the trip.
I can only say positive things about this trip! Petra and Wadi Rum are spectacular. The trip itself was very well-organised and went very smoothly.
Thanks to Ja’far who was great both driver and guide
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