Petra to Wadi Rum Trek - 6 Days

4.9
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6 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This is an adventurous, off-the-beaten-path, new trek along the Jordan Trail connecting the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Petra and Wadi Rum. The route is very remote, rugged, and visually stunning.

Through the southern desert mountain range, Wadi Araba, and the high elevation desert area of Wadi Rum you will pass sandstone mountains, dry valleys, and flat sandy expanses that will take your breath away.

What's Included

Accommodation: 5-nights (See accommodation tab for more)
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[5])
Dinner
Local English-speaking hiking guide
Breakfast (Optional[5])
Breakfast
Transfer from your hotel in Wadi Musa to the start point of the hike on day one
Transfer from Hummeima to Wadi Rum on day five
Jordan Pass (covers your entry fee to Wadi Rum)
Tips
Airport pick-up and drop off
Tips for service providers (drivers, guides, camping/ hotel staff, etc.)
Travel insurance
Airfare
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
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Meeting point
End point

This tour ends the morning after the hike at the Wadi Rum Campsite.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hike from Petra to Gaa’ Mriebed – 24 km

    1 stop
  • 1
    Petra - Wadi Musa

    Starting in Petra, you'll turn off the main trail leaving the tourist crowd behind while still being in the larger historical Nabatean settlement of Petra. You'll head south, past the Sabra Amphitheatre, and mostly downhill until you reach your remote campsite tonight. Distance: 24 km Time: 6-8 hours Physical Challenge: Difficult Trail Challenge: Difficult Ascent: 380 m Descent: 740 m

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Hike from Gaa’ Mriebed to Wadi Al Saif – 15 km

    1 stop
  • 2
    Petra

    Today you'll continue hiking south and through the rural desert mountains, rocky valleys, and past oleander plants Distance: 15 km Time: 4 – 5 hours Physical Challenge: Easy Trail Challenge: Moderate Ascent:  290 m Descent: 320 m Waymarked: No

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Hike from Wadi Al Saif to Wadi Gseib – 14 km

    1 stop
  • 3
    Wadi Araba Desert

    This route continues south through stunning wild desert mountains and desert valleys. We'll pass a cluster of mountains as we head down to reach our camp near the Jordan Valley.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Hike from Wadi Gsieb to Wadi Aheimar – 16 km

    1 stop
  • 4
    Wadi Araba Desert

    Colorful canyons, rock formations, beautiful vistas, and fun sand dunes accompany today's hiking route. Your journey today has a mixture of up and downhills and ends at a beautiful location for a campsite.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Hike from Wadi Aheimar to Abbasiya – 25 km

    2 stops
  • 5
    Wadi Rum

    The last day of the trek! You will face a long-gradual ascent as you hike up the mountain and out of the Jordan Valley. Later in the day, you'll reach the desert plateau in the Wadi Rum area.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Wadi Rum Protected Area

    Upon reaching the Bedouin village of Abassiya, we'll take a jeep transfer to Wadi Rum!

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Wake up in Wadi Rum

    1 stop
  • 7
    Wadi Rum Protected Area

    Wake up, well-rested, in the stunning and serene Wadi Rum desert. Red sand dunes, sandstone mountains, and rock formations can be expected in this protected area. The tour ends here. Some people like to carry on to Aqaba and the Red Sea, some travelers want to go directly to the Dead Sea, while others prefer to head straight back to Amman. We are happy to arrange a private extension for you or to help you with what to do next.

    11 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Supplied by Experience Jordan Adventures

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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