International Multi-day Tour

Jordan Active Adventure

Nine days exploring Jordan’s ancient wonders, from the ruins of Petra and Jerash to the markets of Amman and the mosaics of Madaba, with a local guide to take you beyond the headline sights.

Destination Jordan

Duration 9 Days

Price

Departs 01 Mar 2028

Group Size 14 Max

Overview

Explore Jordan with AW

Experience the best of Jordan over nine days with a wonderful mix of ancient history, dramatic landscapes and memorable local experiences. With a knowledgeable local guide alongside us, you’ll get beyond the major sights and gain a better understanding of everyday life and traditional culture.

Explore the extraordinary ruins of Petra and Jerash, wander through the streets and markets of Amman and discover centuries-old mosaics in Madaba. There’s plenty of active adventure, too, with a hike through the rugged valleys and sandstone landscapes of Dana Biosphere Reserve, a 4WD and camel ride through Wadi Rum and a night beneath the stars.

Food and connection are woven throughout the journey, from a hands-on cooking experience with local women to sharing a home-cooked meal with a Jordanian family. There’s also time to slow the pace, whether enjoying the peaceful desert or floating in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea.

It’s an adventure with plenty of variety, balancing active days and cultural experiences with relaxed moments to take it all in.

Note: This tour can be combined with Morocco Active Adventure.

Fitness/Walk Grade

This trip is suited to women with a moderate level of fitness who enjoy being active outdoors. While it isn't a hiking trip, expect short walks on uneven terrain, some longer travel days and a night spent in comfortable tents. You'll need to be independently mobile, comfortable carrying your own luggage and ready to embrace the adventure with a positive, flexible attitude.

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Women exploring Petra — Explore the ancient city of Petra, including a magical candlelit evening experience

Day 1 Wed 01 Mar Arrival in Amman: Welcome Dinner

Welcome to Jordan!

This evening at 5.30pm, meet with your Tour Leader for a trip briefing. Afterwards we’ll head out for our first taste of Jordanian food at a popular local restaurant.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel, Amman

Day 2 Thu 02 Mar Amman: Jerash, Ajloun Castle and Cooking

After breakfast, head north to Jerash, one of Jordan’s best-preserved ancient cities. Explore its impressive Roman ruins, including the colonnaded streets, temples, theatre and plazas.

Continue to Ajloun Castle, a hilltop fortress with sweeping views across the surrounding countryside.

Then it’s time for a hands-on cooking experience at Bait Khairat Souf, a women-owned social enterprise. Meet the local women, help prepare traditional Jordanian dishes using seasonal ingredients and sit down together for a homemade lunch.

Return to Amman in the afternoon. The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore the capital.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Hotel, Amman

Day 3 Fri 03 Mar Amman: Mount Mebo & Madaba - Dana Nature Reserve

Start the day exploring Amman, including the Citadel, Roman Theatre and the old city. There’ll be time to wander through the lively streets and browse the local shops and markets.

From Amman, travel south to Mount Nebo, where you’ll have views across the Jordan Valley and surrounding landscape. Continue to Madaba to visit the famous mosaic map at St George’s Basilica.

From here, continue to Dana Biosphere Reserve for dinner and your overnight stay.

Distances: Driving 200 km (appx 3 hours)

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Motel, Dana Biosphere Reserve

Day 4 Sat 04 Mar Dana Biosphere Reserve Hike - Petra: Petra by Night (16 km)

Today is a memorable day, with a beautiful hike in the morning and an unforgettable evening cultural experience. From the village of Dana, set out on the 16 km Wadi Dana Trail through the Dana Biosphere Reserve. The trail descends through dramatic sandstone landscapes and rugged valleys towards Feynan.

After finishing the hike, meet your vehicle and transfer to Petra.

Check in to the hotel in Wadi Musa, the nearest town to Petra, and freshen up. This evening, experience Petra after dark during Petra by Night, when the Siq and Treasury are illuminated by thousands of candles.

Distances: Driving 60 km (appx 1 hour); Hiking 16 km (moderate)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel, Wadi Musa

Day 5 Sun 05 Mar Petra: Explore Petra & Family dinner (4-9km)

We spend most of today exploring Petra on foot, walking through the narrow Siq gorge to the famous Treasury before continuing through the ancient desert city. Our guide will share this history and hidden stories of this remarkable UNESCO Heritage Site. There are a few options of routes but we can expect to walk a total of 4-9km.

This evening, experience warm Jordanian hospitality. Step into a family’s home to eat a home-cooked meal and learn more about local life and traditions.

Distances: Walking 4-9 km

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel, Wadi Musa

Day 6 Mon 06 Mar Petra - Wadi Rum : Jeep, Hike, Desert Camp (6-8 km)

Leave Petra behind and head into the spectacular desert landscape of Wadi Rum.

Today combines several ways of exploring the desert. Travel by 4WD through Wadi Rum, stopping to explore on foot with around three hours of hiking among the rugged mountains and sandstone formations. You’ll also have the chance to experience a traditional camel ride.

Lunch will be served in the desert, with local dishes such as Bedouin bread and mansaf depending on the season.

Tonight, sleep in a desert camp and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Wadi Rum under the stars.

Distances: Driving 115 km (1 hour 45 min); Hiking 6-8 km (moderate)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Wadi Rum Camp

Day 7 Tue 07 Mar Wadi Rum - Dead Sea

After breakfast, leave Wadi Rum and travel north towards the Dead Sea.

Stop along the way to see the striking salt formations along the Dead Sea before continuing to the Dead Sea Panorama Complex for lunch and a visit to the museum.

Arrive at your hotel in the afternoon and settle in for the final part of your Jordan adventure.

Distances: Driving 320 km (appx 4.5 hours)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel, Dead Sea

Day 8 Wed 08 Mar Dead Sea: Free day & Farewell dinner

Today is yours to relax and enjoy the facilities at your Dead Sea resort.

Take some time to float in the mineral-rich waters, relax by the pool or make use of the hotel spa facilities (included). Spa treatments and massages are also available at an additional cost.

Tonight, come together for a farewell dinner and toast to your Jordan adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel, Dead Sea

Day 9 Thu 09 Mar Departure day

Breakfast is included at the hotel but there are no other included activities or services. You may depart at any time.

Meals: Breakfast

Important Notes

Every effort will be made to follow the itinerary as planned, but please remember this is adventure travel and conditions can change unexpectedly. Weather, road conditions, vehicle issues, or the health of fellow travelers may require adjustments. We’ll do our best to keep things on track, but a flexible and easy-going attitude is essential for the best experience.

Occasionally, certain experiences or activities may need to be modified or skipped due to circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, refunds will not be provided for any missed components of the itinerary.

Adventurous Women Tour Leader
8 nights of accommodation on a twin/share basis with optional single rooms at a surcharge (7 nights in hotels, 1 night comfort camping)
Local English-speaking guide(s)
Transportation by private bus for all transfers and touring; private 4x4 jeeps for Wadi Rum excursion
Entrance fees for all activities in the itinerary
Meals as listed in the itinerary

"Loved every minute of the trip! Organisation was great, tour leader (Jazzy) was fabulous, and the other women on the walk were just lovely"

Celia Nepal

"So well organised by the team nothing was a problem so helpful lots of fun with the other Adventurous Women"

Lorrie Ningaloo Reef

"I loved the great group of women and the variety of activities. We hiked, cooked, kayaked, met elephants, laughed, swam and ate. Marie’s knowledge of her homeland made this a memorable experience"

Michelle Cambodia

"Loved the week hiking with Anna & an inspiring group of women. Really well organised, fun, delicious food, amazing scenery. Highly recommend"

Sue Bibbulmun Track

"A stunning part of the world to hike with a special group of awesome women, led by our wonderful leader Lyn"

Tammy Japan

Good to know

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellation by Adventurous Women:
In the event that we cancel a tour or are unable to guarantee the departure due to not meeting minimum numbers, we will provide a full refund.

Cancellation by you:

90+ days before departure - Loss of deposit (partial voucher available*)
75-89 days before departure - Loss of deposit
74 days or less before departure - Loss of all payments
No refund is available once a tour has commenced

*Multi-day tour cancellations made 90+ days before departure are eligible for a $250 voucher

We strongly recommend taking out travel insurance with trip cancellation cover for peace of mind.

View our full booking terms & conditions

The Adventurous Women Way

The magic of our trips comes from travellers bringing a supportive mindset, a go-with-the-flow attitude, and a genuine spirit of adventure.

We explore beautiful, often remote places where life moves at a different pace. Flexibility, a little humour and positivity go a long way in creating an atmosphere where everyone feels free to be themselves and make the adventure far more rewarding.

Find more about the Adventurous Women Way and travelling with AW

Exclusions

The tour price does not include:

International flights
Drinks other than water
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Optional activities
Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
Expenses of a personal nature
Travel insurance (mandatory)

Solo Travellers

If you’re travelling solo not to worry, you’re in good company! Many of our travellers join solo and our trips are designed to feel welcoming and supportive from the moment you arrive. It’s a great way to meet like-minded women, and friendships often form quickly along the way.

When on the tour , we have you sharing with different women from the group at different times - great for group bonding and also for alleviating any potential annoyances that may occur as a result of travelling with the same person throughout a tour. Or, if you’d prefer your own room on the trip, this is available for an additional supplement. You can select this option at the time of booking.

Arrival & Departure Details

The tour begins in Amman on 1 March at 5.30pm and ends after breakfast on 9 March at the Dead Sea.

Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is Jordan’s main international airport, with direct flights from many international destinations. It’s approximately 30-40 minutes from central Amman and around 45-60 minutes from the Dead Sea.

For those travelling on to Morocco, there are direct flights from AMM to Casablanca.

Who will be leading the tour?

All AW tours are accompanied by one of our experienced Tour Leaders. Their role is to take the hassle out of your travels and help you get the most out of your experience, while embracing the Adventurous Women way.

You’ll also be joined by English-speaking Jordanian guides for sightseeing visits and excursions.

Do you accommodate dietary requirements?

We do our best to accommodate dietary requirements and food allergies wherever possible. Please ensure any dietary requirements are advised in advance so we can confirm what can be accommodated and let you know of any limitations before you travel.

Accommodation

On this tour, we will spend eight nights in comfortable hotels. In Wadi Rum, the overnight is spent at a fixed camp site. Each tent has beds and mattresses, electricity and private bathrooms.

How will we be travelling?

This is an overland trip, with travel days up to 5 hours. We’ll be in a private, air-conditioned bus or van for most travel days. There is one excursion by 4x4 jeep, which allows us to cover some rugged terrain.

Is travel insurance required?

Travel insurance is mandatory for AW's international trips. If you haven't done so already, we recommend taking out a policy early. Most good travel insurance policies offer an upgrade option to cover trip cancellation and interruption, which can come in handy.

If you are looking for a recommendation, we suggest Go Insurance. Through a partnership with this insurer AW guests receive a 10% discount off the cost of insurance using this link (discount will be applied at checkout)