Dana to Petra Trek + Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea - 9 Days
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216 hours
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Amazing scenery, untouched nature, stunning views - the Dana to Petra Trek on the Jordan Trail was rated as one of the world’s 15 best hikes by National Geographic. Let us show you why!
We will arrange all the logistics, so you can just hike and enjoy the amazing scenery.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Arrival at Airport- Amman
Accommodations
Overnight at a hotel in Amman.
Al Balad – Downtown Amman
Welcome to Jordan! Take some time to arrive, check into your hotel room, and have a first experience of the delightful Jordanian cuisine. Depending on when your flight arrived, you will even have some time to explore Amman by yourself. Amman is Jordan’s capital, and one of the oldest cities in the world. Inhabited since the Bronze Age, the city has grown into a modern city with all that you might expect. Despite this amazing growth, Amman has retained its character and traditions, and the culture of hospitality and generosity is still very present across the city. Overnight: Hotel in Amman
Amman - Hike: Dana Village to Mansoura
Accommodations
Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Mansoura
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Dana Nature Reserve
At 7:30 am right after breakfast, the group will be picked up from the hotel in Amman. The drive from Amman to the starting point of the trek takes about 2.5 hours – time to get to know your fellow hikers or to take a nap. Our trekking journey starts with hiking through the diverse landscapes of the Dana Biosphere Reserve. The reserve includes four distinct ecozones thus accommodating an astonishing diversity of plants, birds, and other animals. First, we’ll follow a trail along the mountains overlooking Dana Valley, and then descend into al Khashasha Valley A wilderness campsite awaits us on the outskirts of the valley Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Mansoura Time: 5-7 hrs Hiking Distance: 15 Km Ascent: 260m Descent: 690 m
Hike: Mansoura to Furon
Accommodations
Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Furon
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Dana Nature Reserve
Well rested, we will leave the campsite in the early morning, and head towards Furon. Today‘s hike is challenging but extremely rewarding We will start ascending through the mountains for approximately an hour before getting a glimpse of the beautiful Sharah Mountains and the wide Wadi Araba Desert. That outstanding view will accompany you all the way to your campsite in Al Furon Enjoy a cup of tea and the great view from the campsite while passing the time until your well-earned dinner. Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Furon Time: 5-7 hrs Hiking Distance: 16 Km Ascent: 563 m Descent: 170 m
Hike: Furon to Ghbour Whedat
Accommodations
Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Ghbour Whedat.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Dana Nature Reserve
Today’s hike leads past Ras Al-Feid and towards Ghbour Whedat, through some of the country’s wildest corners. Contouring the Sharah Mountains, we follow a trail comprised of smaller, connecting Bedouin shepherd paths. The bare peeks of black, rugged mountains overlooking the trail, and the precipitous drops of the canyons below make this part of the trek spectacular. Gradually climbing up the hills, you will uncover more spectacular views over the barren desert below. Then, as you proceed towards the wilderness campsite, the landscape slowly becomes softer, with mushroom-like rock formations lining the way. Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Ghbour Whedat Hiking Distance: 17.1Km Ascent: 750m Descent: 920m
Hike: Ghbour Whedat to Little Petra
Accommodations
Overnight: Bedouin Camp near Little Petra
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Al-Beidha
After yesterday’s very remote hike, we will see signs of increasing human habitation while approaching Little Petra today. Passing Bedouin camps, sheep pens, and small agricultural plots you can gain an impression of the living environment of part of Jordan’s population. We will also pass the first Nabataean ruins, including wine and olive presses, aqueducts, and other ancient water infrastructures. Finally, we will climb up through a canyon walled with soft sandstone rocks, and then down a narrow, steep flight of stairs into Little Petra. The site, also known as Siq al-Barid (Engl. the Cold Canyon), is believed by archaeologists to be a ‘suburb’ of Petra and was probably meant to house traders traveling along the Silk Road. After some time to explore, we’ll head on to our home for the night – hot showers are waiting! Overnight: Bedouin Camp near Little Petra Hiking Distance: 14Km Ascent: 610m Descent: 560m
Hike: Petra via the 'Back Door'
Accommodations
Overnight: Hotel in Petra
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Petra
After breakfast it's time to start your hike. Enter Petra via ‘The Back Door’ avoiding most of the tourists. Good tracks go pleasantly down Wadi Ghurab amidst sandstone mountains guarding the approaches to Petra. This way follows a Nabataean route out of the valley and skirting round the final mountain on a natural rock terrace which has been ‘improved’ for the safety of walkers. Even so, it still narrows slightly before reaching a hidden plateau high above the impressive chasm of Wadi Siyyagh. Just beyond, carved into the cliff face, ‘The Monastery’ suddenly comes into view, where there is a Bedouin café for refreshments if you would like. Nabataean steps then lead down into ancient Petra; through which the route goes before exiting past ‘The Treasury’ and though the famous ‘Petra Siq’ to the shops, cafés and hotels of Wadi Musa. Overnight: Hotel in Petra Hiking Distance: 13.8Km Ascent: 496m Descent: 519m
Explore Petra & Wadi Rum
Accommodations
Overnight: Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Petra
After a relaxed breakfast, we leave the mountains of Petra behind and move on to Wadi Rum. Are you ready for a desert adventure?! We will meet our Bedouin hosts and set out on a 4×4 jeep safari to explore valleys and narrow gorges, discover ancient rock inscriptions, climb sand dunes and rock bridges, and generally enjoy the majestic desert landscape. At each step, you have the opportunity to hike, scramble and explore at your own pace. After viewing one of the most magical sunsets in the world, we’ll return to our camp for, dinner, an experience of the famous Bedouin hospitality, a night under the starlit sky, and – of course – countless cups of tea. Overnight: Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum - Dead Sea - Amman
Accommodations
Overnight: Hotel in Amman
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Dead Sea
Today, we will leave the desert and proceed to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. You can spend some time floating in the salty waters, try out the ‘magical’ Dead Sea mud, relax by the pool, or pamper yourself with some spa treatments – the perfect cure if your legs are still tired and sore from all the hiking. In the late afternoon, we will hop on the bus for the last time, and follow the long, winding road up to Amman – to return to where the adventure began. Overnight: Hotel in Amman
Departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Al Balad – Downtown Amman
Sadly, all great things must come to an end. For those flying out already, it is generally recommended to leave Amman at least 4 hours prior to your departure. We wish you a safe flight, and hope you will return back home with many wonderful memories of your time in Jordan! End of services.
What‘s Included
Accommodation: 8-nights. (See accommodation tab for more)
Luggage transfers. (By pickup truck)
English-speaking licensed guide on days 2-8.
Transportation as per itinerary.
Local hiking guide with a donkey for safety measures on days 2-4
Jordan Pass – “Jordan Wanderer” (Visa & Entrance Fees)
Airport pick-up and drop off
Tips for service providers (drivers, guides, camping/ hotel staff, etc.).
Travel insurance.
Airfare.
Personal expenses.
Hiking gear.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Options
Dana to Petra
Add-Ons: Single Supplement -$200 Extra Night - $100/room Airport Pickup - $50/pickup Airport Drop off - $50/drop off
Reviews
202 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
tadf2021,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed this tour by Experience Jordan Adventures. The hiking was challenging but rewarding. The desert scenery was spectacular and when we finally arrived into Petra we entered through a sparsely used back door and it felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. From the moment we arrived our hosts took excellent care of us; scheduling was flawless and every detail was addressed. Even when rain and winds required us to modify plans, our hosts readjusted on the fly to create a seamless and memorable trip. And the legendary hospitality of our Bedouin hosts made every evening camping outdoors, feel like an evening at home with friends. Special thanks to our guide Motaz Zghoul - Motaz is fun, passionate, Incredibly knowledgeable and continuously went the extra mile to ensure we were safe, well cared for and having fun. I cannot recommend this trip enough. Come to Jordan and you will have the time of your life
Unforgettable Jordan hike with Motaz
evitab2026,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My Jordan experience was amazing and unforgettable thanks to our outstanding guide, Motaz Zghoul. Every step of our hiking journey was thoughtfully taken care of by Motaz. He did an excellent job showing us the beautiful landscapes of his country - from semi-desert to glorious Wadi Rum desert and the Dead Sea. Motaz always knew the best routes to take to make the views truly breathtaking. We even got to see Petra’s most beautiful Treasury building from above - such a unique experience! Motaz’s warm and loving nature made us feel genuinely welcomed. Thank you, Motaz. You and your country will forever be in my heart!
An unforgettable experience with breathtaking views, warm-hearted people, and a knowledgeable, good-humored guide
Travel2theEarth,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group of 10 embarked on an inspiring journey, trekking from Dana to Petra, followed by tours of Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea. Nour from Experience Jordan meticulously managed all logistics, including packing lists, airport transfers, guides, accommodations, camps, and additional day trips. Our main guide, Furat, a passionate and knowledgeable young man, looked after us throughout the 10-day adventure. Furat introduced us to Jordan's stunning natural landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture during the trek and visits to ancient ruins. Our local guide, Yahya, added to the experience with folk songs, herbal tea preparations, soap-making demonstrations using wildflowers, and even 'gunpowder' making from donkey dung. We also had excellent camp supports to handle our luggage transfers and prepare delicious meals. We left Jordan with hearts full of unforgettable memories. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience
margaretrG6754CV,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely wonderful trek. Our guide, Mahmoun, was amazing. The scenery was stunning and Petra is knock-your-socks-off special. Would strongly recommend spending at least two days in Petra.
Amazing trip - best guide ever
brianmtangler,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We just finished an amazing trip that was organized by Experience Jordan. We weren’t sure which tour company to book with and chose EJ based on reviews and that they were locally operated. They were also the most responsive of the companies that I contacted when planning the trip. Dania was very helpful in the office guiding us and helping us book the trip. When we arrived we were well prepared and our guide Abdullah was waiting for us at the airport. Abdullah was one of the best guides we have ever had on any trip we have ever done anywhere in the world. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the local history and also every sight we visited. He also was just a great human being and really helped take care of us. We booked a private trip with our family of six and he was great with our kids (ages 12,16,18 and 19). He just sensed when to share information on the locations and when to let the kids just explore. We also had a few unexpected adjustments from our planned itinerary which Abdullah navigated masterfully. A big storm system arrived after starting our trip with heavy rain and 30mph winds. Abdullah wisely adjusted a plan B and moved us from camping to a nice hotel for two nights. We still go out as best we could with the weather and Abdullah adjusted it all on fly. Our youngest son also had an unexpected medical emergency that occurred. Bit an accident just some internal issues that turned out to be a time sensitive emergency. Abdullah was incredibly helpful and decisive and immediately arranged a transport to a clinic and then from there came in the ambulance to a hospital with my oldest son and I. He ended up needing a minor emergency surgery. Abdullah helped coordinate everything with the doctors, paying them bill, getting antibiotics at the pharmacy etc. Thanks to his help everything turned out fine and we continued our trip. He also arranged for our son who was in the mend to have some alternative adaptations including a club car to Petra while the rest of our family hiked in. Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum and touring Amman were all spectacular. Even with the medical history this was one of the best trips our family had done together. Everyone we met from doctors to camp and hotel hosts were very friendly and welcoming. The scenery and archeological sites were spectacular. If you go see if you can request Abdullah - the worlds best guide!
An unparalleled hiking adventure
780brendanr,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the moment our group met our guide, Motaz Ogla Zghool, we knew we were in great hands. High rains caused some disruption to the route but Motaz and the Experience Jordan team did an incredible job of re-arranging things to ensure we had an incredible hiking experience. His knowledge, calmness and good nature ensured the group of 15 gelled together beautifully. The accommodations were comfortable and the little extra touches they added around the campsite will be remembered forever. It was great to see that the company utilised and supported many other local service providers from the Bedouin communities to add to the immersion experience of the tour. The hiking itself was breathtaking and for a number of days, besides our own group, we only encountered local communities. Lunch stops and side trips for bonus views were thoughtfully considered with everything coming together to deliver an adventure which exceeded our expectations.
Incredible tour - don’t hesitate to book
952aleishat,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an absolutely amazing time with Jordan Experience on this tour. We originally booked the 5 day version but decided to extend and stay with the group for another few days for ease, cost and because we loved the new friends we had made. The tour feels split into a few sections. The “hiking section” is the first 5 days. We sadly had extreme weather meaning we couldn’t hike day 1 and had to do an alternate hike day 2. Our guide and group were amazing, doing everything they could to make the days still enjoyable for us. By day 3 we were back on the plan. Day 3 the fun began, we had an incredible hike with our fantastic tour guide Motaz explaining things along the way. For extra company we had a kind Bedouin donkey man, Omar the police man and extra Bedouin walkers. We were fed, treated, tea’d and watered constantly. Night 3 was my favourite. A simple camp with a fire on the edge of the Petra area with the rock formations lit up around us with lanterns. Truly magical. Day 4 we hiked into little Petra, again getting lots of information, stories and treats from Motaz along the way. But day 5 was my highlight of the whole trip. We woke up early to hike around the main part of Petra. Again Motaz stopped regularly to explain what we could see. He took us on the less travelled routes around Petra to see the truly incredible views. If you have a longer trip and feet can take it. I would consider staying in Petra (wadi Musa) an extra day. 1 day isn’t enough to see it all. I also recommend getting a Turkish bath in Wadi Musa after a few days camping. The tour then drives down to wadi rum which was beautiful. And again, personally if I had more time I’d stay longer and hike to the tallest mountain for the view and get a guide to take us on some scrambling hikes. (We are climbers so wouldn’t recommend this for everyone) Seeing the beautiful sunrises, sunsets and stars depends on weather, cloud and moon. So consider your travel dates if this is important to you. Onto a final day in Dead Sea to experience the mud and floating then back to Amman. I couldn’t have asked for a better time with Jordan experience and Motaz. He really did everything he could to make the trip amazing, including retrieving lost property from previous accommodations and helping with awkward requests. He’s funny, kind and really knows his stuff. He’s not just giving you a few bullet points, he truly knows about the country, culture, history, food, politics, archeology etc. he’s spent time getting to know all of this. (Eg he joined and archeology trip for ~40days before). As a group, our questions were endless, from learning about Jordan to being asked “what time is breakfast” for the 14th time, he always answered our questions with a smile. The other jordinian people we met were also amazing. It’s true about the hospitality. Everyone is kind and welcoming. Even when we don’t speak the same language you can see the care in people’s eyes. I also felt constantly safe. Not just because we had a policeman with us for the wildest parts of our trip. But the country itself feels safe. Jordan seems to have done a lot to stay out of all the troubles of surrounding countries, so if you’re hesitating coming due to safety, I promise as of Jan 2026 it’s safe and you don’t need to worry, book the trip. Beyond just having a fun time, I’ve gained a new knowledge and perspective of Jordan which I’ll carry forward with me. Thanks again to Jordan experience. Thanks double to Motaz and the other kind Jordanian people who made our tour possible. I recommend this highly. So much a friend of mine is likely coming in April! Hope we meet again :) Now it’s time for another 4 days exploring Amman and the north without the tour group, but with the friends we made. * we didn’t go to aqaba so if you want beach chill time, or Red Sea snorkelling/diving stay longer!
Brilliant experience
hayleyt83,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an outstanding trekking experience in Jordan with Motaz Zghoul, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, Motaz demonstrated exceptional professionalism, kindness, and deep knowledge of the region. His understanding of the landscape, history, and local culture truly enriched the entire journey and made each day both informative and memorable. What really sets Motaz apart is how deeply he cares about his guests. He consistently went above and beyond to ensure everyone felt safe, supported, and comfortable at all times. Whether adjusting the pace, checking in on how we were feeling, or offering encouragement along challenging sections, his attention and thoughtfulness never went unnoticed. I always felt secure and well looked after under his guidance. Motaz’s passion for his work and for Jordan is clear in everything he does. He is an incredible asset to his profession and a guide who genuinely elevates the trekking experience. This trip exceeded my expectations in every way, and I would absolutely recommend Motaz to friends and family without hesitation. I would gladly trek with him again. Thank you Motaz
Amazing trip. Highly recommend
Dalts1987,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible trip. Our guide Motaz Zghoul was the best. Even though the start of our trip had bad weather which hindered our ability to hike, he took excellent care of the group. I felt so safe and well taken care of the entire time. Once we got back on track with our hiking - OMG! Jordan is the most beautiful country. Some of the best scenery in the world and the people are just the kindest and friendliest. Felt so safe as a woman and a solo traveler. Best trip. Thank you Motaz!!!!
Fun, fabulous, unfortunately.
martinbQ4128IZ,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with Motaz zghoul, his knowledge of Jordan were Great, his passion for the landscape was inspiring. Wonderful hike through the landscape staying in beautiful place and being hosted by locals. The trail through petra was he highlight seeing this Great part of history which didn't let me down. Throughout the experience we felt safe with all the crew and staff from day to day. At the end we made great friends from the group. The food was great, the trail beautiful the experience unforgettable. Definitely recommend jordan and jordan experience with Motaz zghoul to friends as he made us feel like family. Thankyou
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