Discover Jordan from Amman’s cultural layers to Petra’s carved monuments, Wadi Rum’s desert silence, and the restorative waters of the Red Sea and Dead Sea. Expert guides bring Roman, biblical, Nabataean, and Bedouin history into focus, while hands-on craft and local food experiences connect the past to contemporary life. Active days exploring Petra and Wadi Rum are balanced with snorkelling, beach time, mineral-rich floating, and spa relaxation.
The Jordan Grand Traverse takes you from contemporary Amman through sacred landscapes, Petra’s carved grandeur and Wadi Rum’s desert silence to the Red Sea and the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea. Designed as a complete introduction to Jordan, the journey brings culture, adventure, comfort and atmosphere into one smooth route.
Ancient mosaics, biblical viewpoints, hilltop ruins and Nabataean engineering give depth to Jordan’s history, while cafés, souks, rooftop dinners and coastal moments connect you with its living culture. The rhythm changes naturally along the way: cities give way to sandstone canyons, open desert, vivid blue water and restorative stillness.
Created for travellers who value rich storytelling, this journey gives you space to feel fully present in every landscape. The lasting images are elemental: Petra glowing in sandstone light, stars spread above Wadi Rum, the Red Sea shifting from turquoise to deep blue and your body held weightless by the Dead Sea.
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Amman, a city rich with history and charm. The first few days are all about soaking in the atmosphere, tasting the local flavours and understanding how Jordan’s past, beliefs and everyday life intertwine. We’ll show you the must-see spots, from Roman ruins and museums to galleries, cosy cafés, old neighbourhoods and the vibrant street food scene. These places really highlight Jordan as a place where faith, art and memory come together. We’ll lead you to the Citadel and Roman Theatre to get a feel for the city’s ancient roots, while Rainbow Street, local markets and modern areas reveal its contemporary vibe.
From Amman, we take you to Madaba, one of Jordan’s most important mosaic centres, before continuing to Mount Nebo, a place of profound biblical significance and sweeping views across the surrounding sacred landscape.
Overnight: Amman
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Petra rewards time and attention. It is an extensive Nabataean city of tombs, temples, ceremonial spaces, water systems and pathways carved into the surrounding mountains.
Over two days, an expert local guide will help you understand the city’s scale, sophistication and historical importance. The two-day stay allows time to explore beyond Petra’s most familiar landmarks.
Overnight: Petra
After Petra, we take you into Wadi Rum’s protected desert landscape. Feel the desert unfold differently across two days exploring farther by jeep or camel, with seasonal hot-air ballooning available as an optional upgrade.
At your pace, Wadi Rum becomes one of the most atmospheric stops of the journey. Bedouin-led explorations take you through canyons, rock formations, open desert, cinematic filming locations and carefully chosen sunset viewpoints, while the evenings are reserved for camp life, firelight, and stargazing.
Overnight: Wadi Rum
After the intensity of Petra and the stillness of Wadi Rum, the Red Sea brings warmth, colour and a welcome sense of release. These days are intentionally flexible, combining time on the water with space to relax. After ancient sites and desert silence, Aqaba will feel bright, easy, and restorative. Warm, clear water and colourful marine life make Aqaba an inviting place to explore beneath the surface, whether that means snorkelling, swimming, spending longer on the boat or relaxing onshore. Diving can be arranged for qualified or first-time divers, while guests who prefer to remain on land may choose beach time, a spa treatment or a leisurely day.Â
Overnight: Aqaba
At the lowest exposed point on Earth, the Dead Sea’s intensely saline, mineral-rich waters create remarkable natural buoyancy, while its therapeutic mud has been valued in regional wellness traditions for centuries. Float effortlessly, discover striking shoreline viewpoints, capture the otherworldly landscape through curated photography sessions, and unwind with rejuvenating spa treatments and time-honoured mud rituals.
For a touch of adventure, take a private detour into the dramatic canyon of Wadi Mujib or bathe in the thermal waters of Ma’in Hot Springs, subject to season and local conditions. As daylight fades, enjoy a panoramic sunset dinner overlooking waters that mirror the changing sky—a memorable evening of beauty, stillness and renewal.
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Overnight: Dead Sea
After breakfast, your private transfer takes you from the Dead Sea to Queen Alia International Airport, timed around your onward flight.
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Joining a hosted group is for travellers who want the Rich Hippy Travel experience in a social, accessible format. These curated departures combine comfortable 3–4-star equivalent accommodation, shared group transport, trusted local guides, selected experiences, and pre-trip preparation support. Expect cultural moments, scenic locations, group energy, and smooth organisation without the cost of a fully private itinerary. Private room upgrades, optional add-ons, and selected private group experiences may be available depending on the journey.
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Best for: couples, families, friends, and a complete travel experience.
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