Private Two Day Tour To Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea from Amman

Jordan packs its best sights into two busy days. This private tour links Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea with hotel pickup, meals, and an English-speaking driver, making it a practical choice if you have limited time. I especially like the door-to-door transport and the chance to sleep in the desert rather than simply passing through it. The main drawback is the pace: Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea each deserve more time.

I also like the flexibility of a private vehicle and the choice between a basic camp and an upgraded tent with a private bathroom and air-conditioning. Firas has earned particular praise for his driving, recommendations, and professional manner, while Shireen helps with bookings and planning. Just remember that Petra and Wadi Rum entrance fees are extra, and Petra involves several hours of walking over uneven ground.

Key points to know before booking

• Three major Jordan sights in two days: You visit Petra, spend the night in Wadi Rum, and finish at a five-star Dead Sea resort.
• Private transport from Amman: Your group travels in an air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and a mobile phone in the vehicle.
• Petra admission costs extra: The listed price does not include the $70 Petra entrance fee or the $7 Wadi Rum fee.
• Desert sleep is part of the appeal: The basic camp uses private tents with shared toilets, while the upgraded camp offers en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning.
• Wadi Rum uses local Bedouin drivers: Your two to three-hour jeep ride is included, but the jeep driver may not speak English.
• The Dead Sea stop includes resort access and lunch: You use the beach at the Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea by IHG, with entrance and lunch included.

What this two-day Jordan tour is really designed to do

This is an efficient introduction to southern Jordan, not a slow, scholarly tour. You cover long distances, but the private setup makes those road hours easier because you are not tied to a large bus group or a fixed set of fellow passengers.

The route works in a sensible order. You leave Amman for Petra, continue south to Wadi Rum, sleep in the desert, then travel north to the Dead Sea before returning to Amman. Transfers are included, so you do not need to arrange separate taxis, buses, or hotel changes.

The price is $293.50 per person, though tour options can change what is included. At that rate, the package covers private transport, one night at a tourist camp, breakfast, dinner, lunch, the Bedouin jeep ride, bottled water, vehicle Wi-Fi, and access to the Dead Sea resort. Add the $70 Petra fee and $7 Wadi Rum fee when planning your budget.

That makes the tour a reasonable package for a short visit, especially if you value convenience. It is less attractive if you already have a rental car, want long hours at each site, or prefer choosing your own hotels and restaurants.

The long morning road to Petra

The first day begins with pickup at your Amman hotel. You travel south in a modern, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver, and the drive to Petra takes about three hours.

That early road time matters. Petra is not a quick roadside stop, and the schedule gives you about five hours there. You need most of that time simply to reach the main ruins, see the best-known monuments, and walk back out.

The private vehicle is useful here. You can carry one small piece of luggage per person, leave larger bags out of the equation, and focus on the day ahead. The vehicle also includes bottled mineral water, Wi-Fi, and a mobile phone, practical touches during a long transfer.

The driver is not necessarily a licensed Petra guide. A tour guide is excluded unless your selected tour option says otherwise. If you want detailed archaeological explanations as you walk, check that point before booking rather than assuming the driver will guide you inside the site.

Walking through Petra’s Siq to the Treasury

Petra begins with the Siq, a long, winding sandstone canyon that narrows the view before opening onto the Treasury. That first sight is the emotional center of the visit, but it is only the beginning of the ancient Nabataean capital.

You can continue along the Street of Facades, see the Roman Theater, and look toward the Royal Tombs. The city was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom, and its buildings were cut directly into the rose-colored rock. Petra later became known around the world after Swiss explorer JL Burckhardt reached it in 1812 while disguised as an Arab scholar.

The five-hour stop is enough for a strong first visit, but do not treat it as unlimited free time. Comfortable walking shoes are essential, and the ground is uneven. You should also bring a hat, sunscreen, and water, even though bottled water is supplied in the vehicle.

Petra is the most physically demanding part of the trip for many people. You are on your feet for hours, and the route can feel more tiring than the distance suggests. If you need a relaxed pace, tell your driver at the start and keep your priorities clear: the Siq, Treasury, Street of Facades, Roman Theater, and Royal Tombs.

The entry fee is a major budget detail. Petra admission is not included and is listed at $70. That extra charge can surprise you if you only compare the advertised tour price with other packages.

An evening among the red rocks of Wadi Rum

After Petra, you continue to Wadi Rum and arrive at a camp in the desert. The transfer takes you from a heavily visited archaeological site to a quieter setting where the main attraction is the open sky, sandstone rock formations, and Bedouin camp life.

Wadi Rum is Jordan’s largest desert and a UNESCO World Heritage site recognized for both natural beauty and cultural importance. People have lived in the area since prehistoric times, and its modern fame is linked in part to Lawrence of Arabia and the Arab Revolt of 1916.

The camp gives this tour its overnight character. Instead of returning to a city hotel, you have dinner and sleep in the desert. The basic option provides a private tent with shared toilets. If you want more comfort, the upgraded camp offers an en-suite toilet and air-conditioning.

That upgrade can make a real difference, particularly if you are sensitive to heat or want a private bathroom. At the same time, the basic camp is the more straightforward choice if your main goal is simply to spend a night under the stars without paying for hotel-style facilities.

Pack warm clothing even if Amman feels hot. The desert can turn sharply chilly after sundown and during the night. This is one of those small details that can shape your memory of the whole trip.

The morning jeep ride through Wadi Rum

After breakfast, you spend two to three hours exploring Wadi Rum in a local off-road vehicle operated by Bedouin drivers. The ride is included, and it is a better match for the desert than trying to see the area from a normal road car.

The jeep tour covers the main sights and gives you time to take in the desert setting, rock formations, and local surroundings. Expect a basic, active outing rather than a polished city tour. Jeep drivers do not usually speak English, so your main English-speaking contact remains the driver who handles your road transfers.

You can also arrange a hot-air balloon ride at extra cost, but it requires prior booking and is paid separately. The balloon is an optional addition, not part of the standard package. If you want it, settle the arrangements before the trip rather than expecting to add it casually on the morning.

A camel trek or hiking option may be available in Wadi Rum generally, but this tour specifically includes the private Bedouin jeep ride. Keep your expectations tied to what is included.

The desert stop is short enough to fit the wider route, but not long enough for every possible activity. You get a useful introduction to Wadi Rum, a camp night, and a morning ride. If desert time is your main reason for visiting Jordan, plan a separate, longer stay.

Floating at the Dead Sea resort

After the morning in Wadi Rum, you begin the long trip to the Dead Sea. The transfer is listed at about four hours, followed by roughly three hours at the Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea by IHG.

The Dead Sea sits in the Great Rift Valley at about 408 metres below sea level, the lowest point on earth. Its high salt content allows you to float in the warm, oily water with very little effort. Mineral-rich mud along the shore is also associated with therapeutic and cosmetic benefits.

This is the tour’s easiest stop physically. After Petra’s long walk and Wadi Rum’s rougher jeep ride, the resort gives you a chance to slow down, use the beach, and enjoy the water. Entrance to the resort and lunch are included, which improves the value of the overall package.

Your time is limited to about three hours, so think of this as a generous stop rather than a full resort day. You will have time to use the beach and eat lunch, but not necessarily to enjoy every facility at a relaxed pace.

The resort setting also changes the feel of the trip. Petra and Wadi Rum are archaeological and cultural visits, while the Dead Sea stop is built around comfort and bathing. That contrast is one reason the route works well for a first look at Jordan.

Transport, luggage, and the private format

This is a private activity, meaning only your group participates. That matters most during the long transfers and at Petra, where you can set a pace that suits your group rather than following a large coach schedule.

Pickup and drop-off are offered from your Amman hotel. The car is air-conditioned, and the English-speaking driver handles the intercity route. The inclusion of Wi-Fi, bottled water, and a mobile phone in the vehicle is modest but useful on a two-day road trip.

There is space for one small piece of luggage per person. Pack lightly and keep your overnight needs compact. A small bag with warm clothes, walking shoes, sunscreen, and personal items will be easier to manage than a full-size suitcase.

The private format does not mean every part is private in the same way. Your road transport and main tour booking are private, but the Wadi Rum jeep is operated locally, and camp facilities depend on the option you select. Shared toilets apply to the basic camp.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would choose this tour if you have only two days beyond Amman and want the three major southern highlights without arranging the transport yourself. It suits couples, families, and small groups who value privacy and a clear route.

It is also a good fit if you want a taste of desert camping but do not want to organize a separate overnight stay. The included dinner, breakfast, and Bedouin jeep ride remove several planning tasks.

You should think twice if you dislike long drives, need a slow pace, or want extensive guided commentary at Petra. The physical side is real, with several hours of walking on uneven ground. Petra admission is also a significant extra cost.

For a more comfortable desert night, select the upgraded camp. For a stronger archaeological visit, confirm whether your chosen option includes a Petra guide. The company can also help with arrangements, and Shireen has been praised for answering booking questions and offering recommendations. Firas has received especially warm praise as a professional driver who gives useful advice during the trip.

What to pack for two active days

Bring comfortable walking shoes for Petra and clothing suitable for changing temperatures. A hat and sunscreen are important for the exposed archaeological site and desert.

Pack warm layers for Wadi Rum at night. The camp may be in a hot region, but desert temperatures can drop after dark.

Keep luggage small because the car has room for one small piece per person. You should also bring any personal items needed for the overnight camp and resort visit, since the tour does not promise large luggage storage.

Travel insurance is not included. The tour also depends on good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund.

Should you book this Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea tour?

Book it if you want a well-organized first taste of Jordan and accept a fast schedule. The combination is hard to beat for a two-day trip: Petra supplies the ancient wonder, Wadi Rum brings the desert night, and the Dead Sea lets you rest before returning to Amman.

The strongest reasons to choose it are private hotel transfers, included meals, the overnight camp, and the personal help available from the tour team. The biggest cautions are the extra admission fees, the long road sections, limited time at each stop, and the amount of walking at Petra.

At $293.50 per person, the package offers solid value when you use the included transport, accommodation, meals, jeep tour, and resort access. Just add the entrance fees, choose your camp level carefully, and confirm whether a Petra guide is included in your selected option. If those details fit your plans, this is a practical way to see Jordan’s headline sights without spending your short visit sorting out transport.

FAQ

Is hotel pickup and drop-off from Amman included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off from your Amman hotel are included in a modern, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately two days and includes one overnight stay in Wadi Rum.

Is the Petra entrance fee included?

No. Petra admission is listed separately at $70. A tour guide is also not included unless your selected tour option specifically includes one.

Is the Wadi Rum entrance fee included?

No. The Wadi Rum entrance fee is listed separately at $7.

What accommodation is provided in Wadi Rum?

The basic camp provides a private tent with shared toilets. An upgraded camp is available with an en-suite toilet and air-conditioning.

Is the Wadi Rum jeep tour included?

Yes. A private Bedouin jeep tour lasting two to three hours is included. The local jeep drivers do not usually speak English.

Is lunch at the Dead Sea included?

Yes. Entrance and lunch at the five-star Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea by IHG are included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded, and poor weather may result in a different date or a full refund.