9-Day Best of Jordan Tour Package from New York, USA with Airfare

Depart New York for Jordan

Make your own way to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) for your international flight to Amman, Jordan. Round-trip international airfare from New York to Amman is included in this private tour package.

We recommend arriving at the airport approximately 3 to 4 hours before departure to allow ample time for airline check-in, baggage drop-off, passport control, and security procedures. Once on board, settle in for your overnight flight to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, where an exciting journey through ancient history, dramatic landscapes, and Arabian hospitality awaits.

Use the flight time to rest and prepare for your arrival in the Middle East. Overnight on board.

Arrive in Amman -- Transfer to the Dead Sea

Welcome to Jordan! Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, your private driver will greet you at the arrivals hall and assist with your transfer to your hotel at the Dead Sea (approximately 1 hour drive).

Sitting at over 400 meters below sea level, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth and one of the most remarkable natural wonders in the world. Its mineral-rich waters and therapeutic mud have attracted visitors for thousands of years, from biblical figures to Roman emperors.

After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Take a refreshing float in the famously buoyant waters, indulge in a spa treatment at the hotel, or simply relax by the pool and watch the sun set over the Judean hills in the distance. Overnight at the Dead Sea.

Full Day at Leisure -- Dead Sea

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel before a brief morning meeting with your private tour manager to review the days ahead. The rest of the day is entirely yours to soak in the unique atmosphere of the Dead Sea.

Spend the morning floating effortlessly in the salty, mineral-laden waters -- an experience unlike anywhere else on Earth. Many visitors apply the famous black mud, rich in minerals like magnesium, sodium, and potassium, which is renowned for its skin-rejuvenating properties.

Around midday, savor lunch at one of the hotel's restaurants overlooking the sea (own account). In the afternoon, you may wish to enjoy a wellness treatment at the spa, lounge by the infinity pool, or simply read a book under a beachside cabana. As evening approaches, watch the sky turn shades of gold and pink across the still waters -- one of the most peaceful moments of your journey. Overnight at the Dead Sea.

Mount Nebo, Madaba & Shobak Castle -- Drive to Petra

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and depart with your private guide toward Petra along the historic King's Highway. Your first stop is Mount Nebo, the reputed burial site of the prophet Moses. From its summit, take in sweeping views over the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and on a clear day, the distant hills of Jerusalem.

Continue to Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics. Visit Saint George's Church to see the remarkable 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land, the oldest surviving cartographic depiction of the region. Stop at Moses Springs and a local mosaic workshop, where artisans continue this ancient craft using techniques passed down through generations.

After lunch at a local restaurant (own account), drive south to Shobak Castle, a remote Crusader fortress perched on a rocky hilltop east of the Arabah Valley. Explore its weathered walls and underground passageways before continuing on to Petra. Arrive in the early evening and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Petra.

Full Day Exploring Petra

After breakfast, around 8:30 AM, meet your private guide for a full-day exploration of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Carved by the Nabateans into rose-red sandstone cliffs in the 3rd century BC, Petra remains one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites on the planet.

Begin your visit by walking through the Siq, a dramatic 1.2-kilometer narrow gorge framed by towering 80-meter cliffs. As you emerge from the canyon, the first glimpse of the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh) -- with its intricately carved facade -- is a moment you'll never forget.

Beyond the Treasury, your guide will lead you through the ancient city to discover the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, the Roman Theater carved into the mountainside, the Colonnaded Street, and the Great Temple. Adventurous travelers may wish to climb the 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for spectacular views (optional).

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant inside the site (own account), followed by free time to explore at your own pace before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Petra.

Little Petra & Wadi Rum Desert Adventure

After breakfast, visit Little Petra (Siq al-Barid), a smaller but equally fascinating Nabatean site located just north of Petra. Here you'll see temples, tombs, water cisterns carved directly into the rock, and rare surviving fragments of Nabatean frescoes -- believed to have served as a caravan stop along the ancient spice and silk routes.

Continue south to Wadi Rum, the legendary Valley of the Moon. This UNESCO-protected desert of wind-carved sandstone mountains, vast pastel-colored dunes, and ancient riverbeds inspired T.E. Lawrence's writings and served as the cinematic backdrop for Lawrence of Arabia, The Martian, and Dune.

Upon arrival, transfer to a 4x4 vehicle for a 2-hour desert excursion led by local Bedouin guides. Explore towering rock bridges, ancient petroglyphs, red sand dunes, and the iconic Seven Pillars of Wisdom. As the sun sets over the desert, transfer to your traditional Bedouin-style camp.

This evening, enjoy a traditional zarb dinner -- meat and vegetables slow-cooked underground -- followed by stargazing under one of the clearest night skies in the world. Overnight in a Wadi Rum desert camp.

Kerak Castle & Return to Amman

Wake up to a desert sunrise over the cliffs of Wadi Rum. After breakfast at the camp, depart with your private guide and drive north along the scenic King's Highway toward Amman.

En route, stop at Kerak Castle, one of the largest and most famous Crusader castles in the Levant. Dating back to the 12th century, this imposing fortress played a strategic role in conflicts between Crusaders and the armies of Saladin. Tour its stone-vaulted halls, dungeons, and underground passageways while your guide brings to life the dramatic history of medieval warfare in the region.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Kerak (own account) before continuing your scenic drive north. The route passes dramatic wadis, traditional villages, and rolling hills, offering glimpses of authentic rural Jordanian life along the way.

Arrive in Amman in the late afternoon and check in to your hotel. The evening is free to explore the lively neighborhood of Rainbow Street or enjoy dinner at a local restaurant (own account). Overnight in Amman.

Amman City Tour

After breakfast, around 9:00 AM, meet your private guide for a half-day tour of Amman, often called the White City for the pale limestone used in much of its architecture. One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Amman blends layers of Roman, Byzantine, Umayyad, and modern history.

Begin at the Roman Amphitheater, a magnificent 6,000-seat theater carved into the hillside in the 2nd century AD and still remarkably well preserved. Continue to the Citadel (Jabal al-Qal'a), perched on the highest hill in the city. Here you'll explore the ruins of the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace, and a Byzantine church, while enjoying panoramic views over downtown Amman.

Around 1:00 PM, return to your hotel. The afternoon is free at leisure -- perhaps wander through the bustling souks of downtown, sample fresh kunafa at the famous Habibah sweet shop, or stroll along Rainbow Street with its boutique cafes and craft shops. Enjoy a farewell dinner on your own at one of Amman's excellent local restaurants. Overnight in Amman.

Depart Jordan -- Return to New York

After breakfast, enjoy any remaining free time depending on your flight schedule. You may wish to do some last-minute shopping for Jordanian souvenirs such as Dead Sea cosmetics, handcrafted mosaics, or traditional spices.

At the appropriate time, your private driver will collect you from the hotel and transfer you to Queen Alia International Airport for your included return flight to New York. Carrying memories of rose-red Petra, the haunting silence of Wadi Rum, the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea, and the warm hospitality of the Jordanian people, you'll conclude your journey through one of the most historically rich destinations on Earth.

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