8 Day Backpacking Jordan Adventure

From ancient wonders to stargazing in the desert, Jordan's got it all. Start your journey in the capital of Amman before stepping back in time at the Roman ruins of Jerash and the historic streets of As Salt. Then it's on to the BIG one, Petra! Explore this bucket-list sight and get ready for goosebumps as you walk through the Siq to the iconic Treasury. Next, ride jeeps through the red-sand dunes of Wadi Rum, sip tea with Bedouins, and spend the night glamping under the clearest starry skies you've ever seen. Cool off in Aqaba by the Red Sea, then float your worries away in the Dead Sea. Whether you're here for the history, the endless UNESCO sites, the desert vibes, or just that iconic Petra selfie - this brand new trip is going to blow your mind!

What's Included

  • Activities
  • Accommodation
  • Tru Leader
  • Meals
  • Transport

Activities
Petra Visit
Al Salt City Tour
Brewery Visit & Tasting
Amman City Tour (Citadel & Roman Amphitheater visit)
Jerash City
Desert Jeep Experience
Desert Sands Camp
Dead Sea Spa Entrance & Swim
St. George Church Visit
Petra Visit Al Salt City Tour Brewery Visit & Tasting Amman City Tour (Citadel & Roman Amphitheater visit) Jerash City Desert Jeep Experience Desert Sands Camp Dead Sea Spa Entrance & Swim St. George Church Visit

Accommodation
7 Nights Twin Share Hotel Rooms
1 Night glamping in the desert
7 Nights Twin Share Hotel Rooms 1 Night glamping in the desert

Tru Leader
Your Guide! Like travelling with your best friends & one of them happens to know where they're going!
Your Guide! Like travelling with your best friends & one of them happens to know where they're going!

Meals
7 x Breakfast
1 x Dinner
7 x Breakfast 1 x Dinner

Transport
All internal transport included
All internal transport included

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A traveller in the The Siq before approaching Petra

Jordan Uncovered
8 Days

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Bucket List

Wadi Rum desert with a huge rock face in the distance. In the front of the rock is a jeep with tow young travellers taking a photo.
Wadi Rum Desert
Floating in the Dead Sea
An amazing photo of the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan with a group in the distance and tyre marks in the centre of the dunes
Glamping in the desert
A young male traveller on tour with TruTravels posing in front of Petra
Petra Exploring

Itinerary

Day 1

welcome to amman!

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A photo of Amman's skyline

Touchdown in Jordan! Welcome to the capital of Jordan and the starting place for our 8-day adventure around this amazing country. Make your way to the hotel, settle in, and unpack. If you're up for a bit of exploring, our hotel is in a great location. This city is a super cool mix of ancient ruins and modern architecture. In the evening, the whole group will meet for a welcome dinner (mezze, anyone?). You'll be best friends in no time!

Amman
Day 2

al-salt and jerash exploring

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Jerash ruins in Jordan
Jerash ruins in Jordan

Good morning! Today, we’re putting on our culture hats and heading out to explore Jerash, Jordan's largest Roman site. Jerash is huge, but luckily for us, our guide will show us the highlights and take us to the most jaw-dropping parts of these Roman ruins.

Afterwards, we'll head over to As-Salt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s home to a blend of European and Ottoman styles. We'll wander around this city and discover more about the communities that live here. In the afternoon, after our culture fix, it's only right we explore the local craft beer scene. We'll taste some of the beers and do it all with the incredible backdrop of the Blue Valley. What an insane first day!

Amman
Jerash Site Visit, Al Salt City Tour, Brewery Visit & Tasting
1 x Breakfast
Day 3

amman city tour

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A bustling market street in Amman Jordan. On the left there is a vegetable stall and on the right there is a confectionary stall

We're up bright and early this morning, ready to explore Amman. We'll discover the amphitheatre and get up close to some of the city's amazing Roman architecture. Then, in the afternoon, we'll head towards Petra, HOW EXCITING! Take the afternoon to chill and get ready for an early start tomorrow.

Amman
Amman City Tour (Citadel & Roman Amphitheater visit)
1 x Breakfast
Day 4

discovering petra

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A young male traveller on tour with TruTravels posing in front of Petra
A young solo traveller posing in front of Petra in Jordan
A traveller in the The Siq before approaching Petra

It's Petra day! Are you ready for a 10/10 bucket list experience? We’re up super early to beat the crowds and the heat. We’ll venture through The Siq, these narrow gaps between huge rocks create the most epic entrance to Petra! You’ll be speechless when we arrive; it really is something special. We’ll have plenty of time to wander around and take it all in. Once we’ve explored to our hearts’ content and you’ve asked our guide all the questions, we’ll head back to the hotel to flick through all the photos!

Petra
Exploring Petra
1 x Breakfast
Day 5

wadi rum desert camping

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A group of young travellers on a TruTravels group tour in Jordan. They are standing at the top of a rock over looking the Wadi Rum desert.
An amazing photo of the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan with a group in the distance and tyre marks in the centre of the dunes

Think yesterday was impossible to beat? Think again! Today we're heading to Wadi Rum. We’ll arrive at our desert camp for the night and explore the epic surroundings. This afternoon, we’ve got a jeep tour lined up, where we’ll journey through the desert’s iconic landmarks, like Khazali Canyon, Lawrence’s Spring, and Um Frouth Rock Bridge. We’ll then experience a traditional Bedouin tea amongst this incredible landscape. This evening, we'll sit under the stars (trust us, you've never seen a sky this clear), enjoy a delicious dinner, and settle down for the night in this awesome camp.

Wadi Rum
Desert Jeep Experience, Desert Sands Camp
1 x Breakfast, 1 x Dinner
Day 6

heading towards aqaba

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Wadi Rum desert with a huge rock face in the distance. In the front of the rock is a jeep with tow young travellers taking a photo.

This morning, we’ll wake up in our incredible camp. Soak in those last few moments surrounded by epic views before we head to the coastal city of Aqaba. We’ll drop our bags and start exploring. This area is perfect for water activities, and the coral reefs here are something special. The vibe is totally different from the rest of Jordan, so we’ll take our time to relax...or float (IYKYK!)

Aqaba
1 x Breakfast
Day 7

dead sea spa and madaba

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Fancy something a little different? How about a Dead Sea Spa? Float in the mineral-rich waters and unwind on the beach, dreamy, right? After a lush morning living our best lives, we’ll drive to Madaba to explore St. George's Church and its amazing mosaics. For our final night, we’ll head to Madaba. Get ready for your final mezze spread, eat as much as you can, hug your new friends goodbye, and airdrop all the group photos!

Madaba
Dead Sea Spa Entrance & Swim, St. George Church Visit
1 x Breakfast
Day 8

chilled checkout

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A cat posing in The Siq in Jordan

It’s time to say goodbye! We’re super close to the airport, so if that’s where you’re headed next, have a safe journey and see you next time! If you’re exploring more of Jordan, your guide will be happy to give you advice and help with your next steps. See you soon!

Madaba
Help with onward travel
1 x Breakfast

FAQs

Where does the trip start & finish?

The tour starts in Amman and ends in Madaba.

Which airport do I need to fly into?

Queen Alia International Airport - Amman (QAIA.)

What is the closest airport to the end destination?

Queen Alia International Airport - Amman (QAIA.)

Is Jordan safe to visit?

Yes! Jordan is a safe and welcoming country to visit - whether you’re wandering through the streets of Amman, floating in the Dead Sea, exploring the desert, or chilling on the beaches of Aqaba. We’re always keeping an eye on the destinations we operate in, and we will let you know if anything changes.

What kind of accommodation is included on this trip?

Twin Share hotels - we do have one night glamping in the desert, and these will also be twin-share rooms.

How much is a pre-night?

If you would like to arrange a pre-night please email info@trutravels.com

IS MY MONEY PROTECTED?

Yep! You will never lose your money. You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.

Do you have age limits for your tours?

Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.

Can you cater for my dietary requirements on this trip?

Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!

Do many TruTravellers travel alone?

Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.

Will my departure definitely run?

Unlike other tour operators, we always guarantee that your tour will 100% go ahead!

What time shall I arrive on Day 1?

You can arrive any time on Day 1 of the tour. There are no scheduled activities during Day 1 on our tours but there will be a welcome meal with the group at around 7 pm. During this first evening, your guide will give you a run-down on the trip, you'll get to meet all the group and of course, you'll do some icebreakers to get to know each other a bit better! For more information on your arrival day contact the team at info@trutravels.com

Will I be able to contact/meet people before the tour starts?

Yes, of course! You will receive a welcome email from your tour leader a week before your tour starts. This will include a QR code to join the group chat on WhatsApp and other important information before joining. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook group TruTravellers to connect with others

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