Desert Trail to Petra

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5 days 4 nights
Jordan
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Shushan L.
Tour Provider
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Difficulty
Challenging
Comfort
Basic
Group size
2-15 tourists,
over 18 y.o.

This 5-day trekking adventure takes you through some of Jordan’s most remote and spectacular landscapes, combining wild nature, ancient history, and a unique journey on foot toward Petra. Designed for travelers seeking an immersive experience in a shorter timeframe, the route follows historic paths across mountains, valleys, and desert terrain.

Starting in Amman, the trek leads through the diverse ecozones of the Dana Biosphere Reserve, across the Sharah Mountains, and through dramatic wadis shaped by time and nature. Along the way, the landscape gradually shifts from deep wilderness to areas marked by Bedouin life and early Nabataean remains, before entering Petra via its quieter back route and revealing the Monastery, the ancient city center, and the iconic Treasury.

Traveling at a steady pace, the journey combines challenging yet rewarding hikes with nights spent in wilderness camps and local Bedouin camps. Support along the way allows you to focus on the experience itself, ending the trek at the Petra Visitor Center after five unforgettable days on the trail.

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$1,045
per tourist for 5 days
Departing from
Amman
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Number of individuals
2-15 tourists, over 18 y.o.
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Shushan L. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
Our company, established in 2013, is an inbound tour operator specializing in adventure and experiential tours in Jordan. We offer hiking, biking, and experiential sightseeing tours. We have helped develop the Jordan hiking trail, and we have established and developed the Jordan Bike Trail. With over 12 years of experience, we have been providing top-notch white-label tours to our international partners, providing small group tours and tailor-made adventures. Our commitment to sustainable tourism practices and community engagement sets us apart in the industry. Our trips allow our guests to really see Jordan, meet people, hear their stories, and experience their diverse cultures, to have a life-altering journey. We are the winners of the Gold Award in the category ‘Best in Adventure Tourism’ at the International Travel & Tourism Awards 2018 for developing the Jordan Bike Trail.

Tour highlights

Remote Wilderness Camping
Spend nights in wild, remote campsites surrounded by dramatic mountains, desert valleys, and star-filled skies.
Little Petra
A Hidden Approach to Petra
Enter Petra via the lesser-known back route, avoiding crowds and arriving dramatically at the Monastery.
Sharah Mountains and Wadi Araba Views
Walk along mountain trails with sweeping panoramas of the Sharah range and the vast Wadi Araba Desert below.

Route details

Day 1
Amman - Dana Village - Mansoura

The day begins with a 7:30 am pickup from the hotel in Amman, followed by a 2.5-hour drive to the start of the trek. The hike winds through the diverse landscapes of Dana Biosphere Reserve, home to four distinct ecozones and a remarkable variety of plants, birds, and wildlife. The trail first follows the mountains overlooking Dana Valley before descending into Al Khashasha Valley, where a Wilderness Campsite awaits at the edge of the valley.

Time: 5-7 hrs
Hiking Distance: 15 Km
Ascent: 260 m
Descent: 690 m
Overnight: Wilderness Camping in Mansoura

Wilderness Campsite
Lizard
Day 2
Mansoura - Furon
Day 3
Furon - Ghbour Whedat
Day 4
Ghbour Whedat - Little Petra
Day 5
Petra
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape
Tour provider's comments

This is a 5-day trek, with each day covering 14–17+ kilometers (8.5–10.5+ miles). This means five consecutive days of 5–7 hour hikes. You should be reasonably fit to enjoy this hike.

Accommodation

Comfort
Basic
Tent
4 nights
3 nights
Wilderness Camp

The local Bedouin support team sets up the campsite during the day, so everything is ready upon arrival. Guests can relax and enjoy tea before dinner, when a freshly prepared local meal is served.

All single travelers are provided with their own tent for free. Each tent is equipped with a foam mattress, pillows, sheets, and blankets, so sleeping bags are optional and mainly recommended for the winter season. Please note that sleeping bags are not supplied for hygiene reasons. A shower tent and a bathroom tent are also available.

The wilderness camps offer a peaceful escape from everyday life, scenic views, attentive service, and memorable dinners. Some guests may describe this experience as “glamping.”

1 night
Bedouin Camp

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place
Amman
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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route
You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
  • the forecasts for this season
  • the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Luggage transfers
  • An English-speaking licensed guide
  • A local hiking guide with a donkey for safety measures
  • Accommodation: 4 nights
Extras
  • 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

It's important to know

What meals are included on each day of the tour?

All meals are included during the trek, from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 5. 

On the first day, lunch and dinner are provided after meeting the group in Amman and transferring to the start of the hike. From Day 2 to Day 4, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included each day while on the trail. 

On the final day, breakfast and lunch are provided before the tour ends at the visitor’s center in the afternoon.

Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

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