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Jordan & Saudi Arabia

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Amman, Jordan → Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Country: Jordan, Saudi Arabia
Start: Amman, Jordan
End: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Date: Flexible
Duration: 15 days
Theme: Culture, Discovery, History
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, flight, train, 4WD, camel, shuttle, hiking, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore the Roman ruins of Jerash, including Hadrian’s Arch and the Oval Plaza.
Float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, 430 metres below sea level.
View the 6th-century mosaic map at St. George’s Church in Madaba.
Hike into Petra via the Monastery trail and the Dark Siq.
Walk through Petra’s main Siq to the Treasury façade.
Stay overnight in the sandstone desert landscapes of Wadi Rum.
Ride a camel through Bedouin desert camps in southern Jordan.
Visit Maghaeir Shoaib and Tayeb Ism near the Saudi border.
Explore Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover Nabataean tombs carved into Al-Ḥijr’s sandstone cliffs.
Visit Elephant Rock and the inscriptions of Jabal Ikmah.
Explore Jubbah’s prehistoric rock carvings dating back thousands of years.
Visit Riyadh’s Masmak Fortress and the UNESCO-listed Diriyah district.
Walk through Al Balad, Jeddah’s historic coral-stone old town.
See King Fahd Fountain, the tallest fountain in the world at over 300 metres.
Travel through Jordan and Saudi Arabia in a single overland journey.

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Itinerary

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Inclusions

Accommodation throughout the tour
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Private transportation throughout the tour
Domestic flights and train journeys mentioned in the itinerary
Airport arrival and departure transfers
4×4 desert transportation in Wadi Rum where applicable
Camel ride experience in Wadi Rum
Guided sightseeing and cultural tours as per itinerary
Entrance fees to all listed sites and monuments
English-speaking tour leader and local guides where required
Half-day desert and cultural excursions
VAT and local tourism taxes

Exclusions

International flights
Saudi Arabia and Jordan visa fees
Travel insurance
Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
Optional activities and additional excursions
Personal expenses such as laundry, shopping, snacks, or minibar charges
Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
Porterage services unless specified
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions or itinerary

Will This Trip Suit You?

Enjoy archaeology, ancient cities, and historical sites.
Comfortable with long overland travel days.
Want to combine Jordan and Saudi Arabia in one journey.
Enjoy walking tours, markets, museums, and cultural interaction.
Interested in Nabataean, Roman, Islamic, and Bedouin history.
Comfortable walking on rocky, sandy, or uneven terrain.
Want a mix of desert landscapes, cities, and archaeological sites.
Open to conservative dress norms in parts of Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
Enjoy immersive travel rather than resort-style holidays.
Have difficulty with long walks or uneven surfaces.
Prefer shorter driving days and slower-paced itineraries.
Dislike desert climates and high daytime temperatures.
Want luxury downtime or extensive leisure days.
Require nightlife, alcohol-focused experiences, or beach resorts.
Uncomfortable with basic conditions in desert camps.
Have mobility limitations that make hiking or stair climbing difficult.
Prefer a single-country trip rather than a multi-border overland route.

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Jordan & Saudi Arabia

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Amman

Day 2: Amman – Jerash – Amman

Day 3: Amman – Dead Sea

Day 4: Dead Sea – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Petra

Day 5: Petra

Day 6: Petra – Wadi Rum

Day 7: Wadi Rum

Day 8: Wadi Rum – Al Badʿ – Tabuk

Day 9: Tabuk – Taymaʾ – AlUla

Day 10: AlUla

Day 11: AlUla – Hail

Day 12: Hail – Riyadh

Day 13: Riyadh

Day 14: Riyadh – Jeddah

Day 15: Departure

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Inclusions

Exclusions

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