Highlights of Jordan, Culture & Beach: 8-Day Classic & Coastal Circuit
Designed for international travel agencies, leisure series operators, and cultural wholesalers, this 8-day itinerary combines Jordan's primary archaeological assets with desert glamping and Red Sea coastal relaxation. It provides a balanced pace that transitions from Holy Land heritage to the ancient Nabatean capital of Petra, followed by an eco-luxury overnight stay in Wadi Rum and three days of R&R in Aqaba.
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8 Days / 7 Nights
Cultural Classics, Desert Glamping & Red Sea Leisure
Outbound Group Series, Leisure Couples, Small Groups & FITs
Moderate Balanced (Seamless progression from heritage sights to seaside rest)
Madaba, Mount Nebo, Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba (Red Sea)
Overnight Stops:
(1N) Petra (2N) Discovery Bedu Camp, Wadi Rum (1N) Aqaba (3N)
Day-by-Day Itinerary in Detail:
Day 1: Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) – Madaba
Arrival in Jordan: Meet and assist upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport by our airport handling team. Short white-label transfer to the historic Christian market town of Madaba for check-in.
Overnight: Madaba.
Day 2: Madaba, Mount Nebo, Dead Sea Float the on to Petra
Days Focus: Mosaic Heritage, Biblical Panoramas & Mineral Floating.
Activity: Morning walk through Madaba to view the famous 6th-century Holy Land mosaic map inside St. George's Church. Ascend Mount Nebo to visit the Franciscan-protected Byzantine church overlooking the Jordan Valley. Descend to the Dead Sea (430m below sea level) for a float in its mineral-rich waters. Late afternoon transfer south to Petra.
Overnight: Petra.
Day 3: Full-Day Exploration of Petra
Days Focus: UNESCO World Heritage & Nabatean Architecture.
Activity: Full-day guided walking tour of Petra. Enter through the 1km-long sandstone Siq gorge, emerging before El Khazneh (The Treasury). Tour the Street of Facades, Royal Tombs, Roman Theater, and central Byzantine basilica.
Overnight: Petra.
Day 4: Petra to Wadi Rum & Eco-Luxury Glamping
Days Focus: Desert 4x4 Safari & Stargazing Experience.
Activity: Leisure morning in Petra. Afternoon transfer to the desert of Wadi Rum. Board open 4x4 jeeps driven by local Bedouin to explore Lawrence's Spring and Nabatean inscriptions in Khazali Canyon. Check in to Discovery Bedu Eco-Camp for campfire dining and stargazing from the Star Lounge.
Overnight: Discovery Bedu Camp, Wadi Rum.
Days 5: Wadi Rum to Aqaba Red Sea R&R
Days Focus: Coastal Leisure, Marine Life & Souks.
Activity: Rock-top breakfast in Wadi Rum followed by transfer to Aqaba, Jordan’s Red Sea Riviera. Enjoy three days of leisure, with options for fringe-reef snorkeling, glass-bottom boat tours, diving, and exploring Aqaba's local spice souks and restaurants.
Overnight: Aqaba (3 Nights).
Day 6: Aqaba - Free Time
Free time in Aqaba to explore the town, coral reefs or just relaxing in the hotel.
Day 7: Aqaba - Free Time
Free time in Aqaba to explore the town, coral reefs or just relaxing in the hotel.
Day 8: Aqaba then Departure via Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Departure Airport Transfer: Breakfast at hotel. Private white-label transfer to Queen Alia International Airport in Amman for flight departure.
B2B White Label Positioning
Exclusive Eco-Luxury Desert Base:
Direct contracting at Discovery Bedu in Wadi Rum, featuring solar-powered en-suite tented suites, star-lounge seating, and rock-top breakfasts.
Balanced Heritage Routing:
Combines early-morning Madaba market walks with Dead Sea floating and full-day guided explorations of Petra.
Integrated Coastal Finale:
Offers three full nights in Aqaba, giving outbound tour operators a leisure end-product complete with snorkeling, glass-bottom boat excursions, and local souks.
100% White-Label
Airport handling, executive coach transfers, licensed guide services, and guest arrival packs carry your agency’s brand identity.
Inclusions & Operational Standards
Transfers & Transport:
Private AC executive coaches / mini-buses with onboard Wi-Fi and chilled water.
Guide Logistics:
Government-licensed, multi-lingual Ministry of Tourism guides (specialized in classical history)
Site Admissions:
100% entrance fees included to sites and museums listed in the itinerary.
Hotel Contracting:
Flexible 4-star, 5-star, or luxury eco-lodge allocations with net B2B pricing.
Custom Add-Ons:
Private venue buyouts, street food tastings, desert glamping upgrades, or spa packages
