Middle East Destination

Jordan: Ancient Wonders Along the King’s Highway

From the rose-red facade of Petra’s Treasury to the star-filled skies over Wadi Rum, and the strange, weightless hush of floating in the Dead Sea, Jordan is a land where history is still being uncovered. Worldstar Travel weaves together ancient heritage and warm Bedouin hospitality into journeys that feel like discovery, not sightseeing.

Worldstar Travel designs tailor-made journeys through Jordan, pairing expert local guides with hand-picked stays from boutique Amman hotels to ensuite tents beneath the Wadi Rum dunes. Read on to see how a week or two in the Hashemite Kingdom comes together.

Why Travel to Jordan?

Jordan rewards travellers who like their history layered and their landscapes dramatic. One afternoon you’re tracing Byzantine mosaics in a Madaba church, and the next you’re threading the narrow Siq on foot as sandstone walls close in overhead before the Treasury opens up in front of you. Bedouin families still welcome guests with sweet tea and stories under the same desert sky that watched Lawrence of Arabia pass through Wadi Rum. Add the strange buoyancy of the Dead Sea and the easy warmth of Jordanian hospitality, and it’s a country that gets under your skin fast.

Pigeon Rocks at Raouche Beirut

When to Visit Jordan

🌷 Spring (March-May) Peak: April Why Visit: Wildflowers along the King’s Highway, mild desert temperatures, comfortable walking conditions at Petra and Jerash Book Ahead: 6-9 months for peak-season Wadi Rum camps and Petra guides

🍂 Autumn (September-November) Peak: October Why Visit: Warm days, cool evenings, fewer crowds than spring at the major sites Book Ahead: 6 months

☀️ Summer (June-August) Considerations: Desert heat can exceed 40°C in Wadi Rum and the Jordan Valley; mornings are best for touring, with afternoons at leisure by the pool or the Dead Sea

❄️ Winter (December-February) Considerations: Mild in Amman and Petra, with occasional light snow at higher elevations; a quieter, good-value time to travel

Roman Theatre in Amman Jordan 1
Jordan Staircase Winter Palace Hermitage Museum

Worldstar Travel Insider Access

Booking Jordan through Worldstar Travel opens doors that independent travellers rarely find:

  • Private Petra Access – early entry and after-hours visits to the Treasury before the crowds arrive
  • Trusted Bedouin Camps – long-standing relationships with family-run Wadi Rum camps offering ensuite tents and genuine hospitality
  • Dedicated Jordanian Tour Leaders – local specialists who join you in Amman and stay with you throughout the kingdom
  • Seamless Egypt-Jordan Routing – decades of experience combining both countries into one smooth itinerary, including flights and border logistics

Signature Jordan Experiences

1. The Siq and the Treasury Walking the narrow gorge into Petra as the Treasury’s carved facade appears is one of travel’s great reveals, best followed by the climb to the Monastery for sweeping views over the Nabatean valley.

2. A Night in Wadi Rum Camel rides into the Valley of the Moon, dinner in a Bedouin tent and sleeping beneath a sky thick with stars, with sunrise over the dunes the next morning.

3. Floating in the Dead Sea An afternoon at the lowest point on Earth, coating yourself in mineral-rich mud before floating effortlessly in the super-saline water.

4. Roman Jerash One of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities anywhere, with its Oval Plaza, colonnaded streets and restored chariot races still bringing the past to life.

5. The King’s Highway Byzantine mosaics at Madaba, the Crusader castle at Shobak and sweeping desert views along one of the world’s oldest continuously used trade routes.

Best For

History and Culture Enthusiasts – Petra, Jerash and Madaba reward travellers fascinated by ancient civilisations

Adventure-Minded Couples – camel treks, desert camps and Dead Sea floats make for a memorable joint escape

First-Time Middle East Travellers – Jordan’s mix of safety, comfort and dramatic sights makes it an easy and rewarding introduction

Egypt Add-On Travellers – those already booked on an Egyptian tour and keen to extend into Jordan for a fuller ancient-world journey

Small Groups and Private Parties – itineraries scale comfortably from couples to family groups

Sample 7-Day Itinerary: “Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea”

Day 1: Arrive Amman Met on arrival and transferred to your hotel in Jordan’s cosmopolitan capital. Evening at leisure to settle in.

Day 2: Amman & Roman Jerash Tour the Citadel and Jordan Archaeological Museum, browse the downtown souq, then drive north to Jerash to walk its Oval Plaza and colonnaded streets.

Day 3: The King’s Highway to Petra Travel south via Madaba’s Byzantine mosaics and the Crusader castle at Shobak, arriving in Petra by early evening.

Day 4: The Lost City of Petra A full day exploring the Siq, the Treasury, the Street of Facades and the climb to the Monastery.

Day 5: Wadi Rum Bedouin Camp Drive into the Valley of the Moon, ride camels to a desert camp, and spend the evening around a fire under the stars.

Day 6: Wadi Rum to the Dead Sea Sunrise over the dunes, then a scenic drive to the shores of the Dead Sea for an afternoon of floating and mud treatments.

Day 7: Depart Amman Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for your onward or return flight.

Investment Guide: What to Expect

Budget Component Estimated Cost (per person)
Return Flights (Australia to Amman) AUD$2,200-3,200
Boutique & Heritage Hotels (5 nights: Amman, Petra, Dead Sea) AUD$1,200-2,000
Wadi Rum Bedouin Camp (1 night, ensuite tent) AUD$250-400
Private Jordanian Tour Leader & Guiding AUD$900-1,400
Entrance Fees & Experiences (Petra, Jerash, camel rides, Dead Sea) AUD$350-550
Ground Transfers & Private Vehicle AUD$400-650
Worldstar Travel Tailor-Made Planning Fee AUD$450-650
Total Investment AUD$5,750-8,850 per person

What’s Included:

  • Dedicated Jordanian tour leader throughout
  • Reserved entry tickets for Petra, Jerash and Wadi Rum
  • Ensuite Bedouin camp accommodation for one night in Wadi Rum
  • 24/7 concierge support during travel
  • All ground transfers and border logistics if combined with Egypt
  • Restaurant reservations for local specialities

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Australian passport holders require a visa to enter Jordan. Many travellers use the Jordan Pass, which combines the visa fee with entry to Petra and other sites, and the Worldstar Travel team can advise on the easiest way to arrange it before you fly.

Jordan is one of the most stable and welcoming countries in the region, with a long history of hosting international visitors. Tourist sites, hotels and highways are well maintained and monitored, and your Jordanian tour leader is with you throughout.

The Jordanian Dinar is the local currency. Hotels, restaurants and larger shops in Amman and Petra accept cards, but it’s worth carrying cash for the Wadi Rum camp, small vendors and tipping guides and drivers.

English is widely spoken in tourism, hotels and by guides. Your dedicated Jordanian tour leader speaks fluent English and provides cultural context throughout your journey.

Bring layers for cool desert evenings, sun protection for daytime touring, sturdy walking shoes for Petra’s uneven paths, and modest clothing for visiting religious and cultural sites. A swimsuit and old sandals are handy for the Dead Sea.

Absolutely. Our 21 Day Egypt & Jordan Uncovered tour links both countries into one seamless itinerary, with flights and border logistics arranged so you experience the Pyramids, the Nile and Petra in a single trip.

Worldstar Travel can arrange small group touring or fully private, tailor-made itineraries. Both options travel in modern air conditioned vehicles with a dedicated Jordanian tour leader.

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Ready to Explore Jordan? Call 02 9922 6622 to Start Planning

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Emma & James, Brisbane