Rocky desert mountains under clear blue sky.

Jordan Offbeat Tours

A large reservoir with clear blue water is surrounded by arid, rocky terrain and a distant green cultivated area with trees under a partly cloudy sky.

While avoiding the standard Amman–Petra–Wadi

Rum–Dead Sea loop most tourists follow, we

offer the offbeat Jordan itinerary that still includes

Petra and Wadi Rum but also goes beyond the

classic tourist trail.

People enjoying a waterfall with flowing water cascading into a natural pool at the base, surrounded by rocky steps and lush vegetation.

7 Day Jordan Offbeat Tour

This is a 7-day itinerary for Jordan that balances iconic sites with offbeat experiences — including the Ma'in Hot Springs, Dana, and Wadi Rum:

  • Day 1: Arrival in Amman

    • Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport

    • Transfer to hotel in Amman

    • Evening: Explore Rainbow Street or dine at Sufra Restaurant

    Day 2: Amman – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Ma’in Hot Springs

    • Morning:

      • Visit Madaba (St. George Church & Mosaic Map)

      • Visit Mount Nebo for panoramic biblical views

    • Afternoon:

      • Relax at Ma’in Hot Springs (natural waterfalls & spa resort)

    • Optional: Book a massage or thermal pool experience

    • Overnight at Ma'in Hot Springs or nearby

    Day 3: Ma’in – Dana Biosphere Reserve

    • Scenic drive via the King’s Highway

    • Arrive in Dana Village

    • Afternoon:

      • Easy walk in Dana Reserve (Wadi Dana viewpoint or short nature trail)

    • Overnight in Dana Guesthouse or Feynan Ecolodge (off-grid, candle-lit experience)

    Day 4: Dana – Petra

    • Morning: Optional short hike or cultural visit with locals

    • Drive to Petra (2.5 hrs)

    • Afternoon:

      • Visit Little Petra (offbeat and quiet)

      • Or relax and prepare for full Petra day

    • Optional: Petra by Night (if available)

    • Overnight in Wadi Musa (Petra)

    Day 5: Petra (Full Day Exploration)

    • Enter Petra via Siq to Treasury

    • Explore:

      • Street of Facades

      • Royal Tombs

      • Monastery (Ad-Deir) via back trail or 800 steps

    • Offbeat: Try Al Khubtha Trail for views above the Treasury

    • Overnight in Petra

    Day 6: Petra – Wadi Rum

    • Drive to Wadi Rum

    • 4x4 desert tour with local Bedouins:

      • Lawrence Spring

      • Sand dunes & canyons

    • Optional camel ride or sunset hike

    • Overnight in Bedouin-style desert camp

    Day 7: Wadi Rum – Dead Sea or Amman Departure

    Option A – Dead Sea:

    • Drive to Dead Sea via Araba Road (~3.5 hrs)

    • Float in the salty water, spa time

    • Depart via Queen Alia Airport (if evening flight)

    Option B – Amman Departure:

    • Drive to Amman (~4 hrs)

    • Stop at Karak Castle en route (optional)

    • Depart from airport

    Offbeat Highlights Included:

    • Ma'in Hot Springs (natural spa)

    • Dana Biosphere Reserve (eco-tourism & nature)

    • Little Petra & back trails in Petra

    • Wadi Rum desert night under the stars

  • Please contact us for price.

A desert scene with rocky mountains in the background and a modern building complex with beige walls and flat roofs in the foreground, surrounded by sparse trees and parked cars.

8 Day Jordan Offbeat Tour

This is a 8-day off-the-beaten-path Jordan itinerary, while still keeping the unique/local flavor.

  • Day 1 – Amman Hidden Gems

    • Explore Jabal Al-Weibdeh & Downtown (street art, Darat al Funun, local cafés).

    • Evening visit to Citadel at sunset.

    • Dinner at a family-run restaurant, not the touristy Rainbow Street spots.

    • Overnight in Amman

    Day 2 – Jerash & Ajloun Forest Reserve

    • Morning in Jerash (Roman city—take side paths, less visited ruins).

    • Hike in Ajloun Forest Reserve (Soap House or Prophet’s Trail).

    • Stay in an eco-lodge in Ajloun Nature Reserve.

    Day 3 – Dana Biosphere Reserve

    • Drive south via King’s Highway (scenic back road).

    • Stop in Madaba (mosaics) and Mujib Gorge lookout.

    • Afternoon hike in Dana village overlooking the canyon.

    • Overnight in a local guesthouse or Dana eco-lodge.

    Day 4 – Petra (via Little Petra)

    • Morning: Little Petra (Siq al-Barid) – far fewer tourists.

    • Hike into Petra via the back trail to the Monastery (Ad-Deir) with a local guide.

    • Explore Petra until sunset (focus on offbeat trails beyond the Treasury).

    • Overnight in Wadi Musa guesthouse.

    Day 5 – Petra → Wadi Rum

    • Optional early Petra revisit (Royal Tombs / High Place of Sacrifice).

    • Midday: Drive to Wadi Rum desert.

    • Sunset jeep tour or camel ride in less-visited canyons.

    • Overnight at a Bedouin camp or stargazing bubble tent deep in the desert.

    Day 6 – Wadi Rum Adventures

    • Full day: Bedouin-guided hike or 4x4 safari through hidden valleys (Khazali Canyon, Um Frouth Rock Bridge, dunes).

    • Optional: rock climbing or hot air balloon.

    • Evening around the campfire, stargazing.

    • Overnight again in Wadi Rum desert camp.

    Day 7 – Ma’in Hot Springs & Dead Sea Backroads

    • Drive back north.

    • Relax in Ma’in Hot Springs waterfalls.

    • Scenic drive along the Dead Sea back road, stopping at viewpoints.

    • Final night at a Dead Sea resort

    Day 8 – Dead Sea to Airport

    • Relax at a resort, floating in the Dead Sea etc

    • Check-out and transfer to the airport for your departure.

  • Please contact us for price.

A mountainous landscape with a small village situated on a hillside, with rugged, rocky mountains in the background and sparse vegetation in the foreground.

10 Day Jordan Offbeat Tour

This is a comprehensive 10-day itinerary for Jordan that blends major highlights with offbeat destinations—perfect for travelers seeking both iconic sites and hidden gems:

  • Day 1: Arrival in Amman

    • Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport

    • Transfer to hotel, rest

    • Optional evening walk in Rainbow Street or Downtown Amman

    Day 2: Explore Amman

    • Citadel Hill & Roman Theater

    • Visit Darat al Funun (art & culture center)

    • Try Hashem Restaurant for falafel

    • Offbeat: Explore Jabal Al-Weibdeh – a hip local neighborhood with art galleries and cafes

    Day 3: Jerash + Umm Qais

    • Morning: Tour Jerash (ancient Roman city)

    • Afternoon: Continue to Umm Qais – Greco-Roman ruins with views of the Sea of Galilee

    • Optional: Sunset over the Yarmouk River valley

    Day 4: Northern Villages & Ajloun

    • Visit Ajloun Castle

    • Hike in Ajloun Forest Reserve (RSCN trail)

    • Offbeat: Visit local village Orjan or Rasoun for lunch or handicrafts

    Day 5: Desert Castles Route

    • Drive east to visit:

      • Qasr Amra (UNESCO)

      • Qasr Kharana

      • Qasr Al-Azraq (used by Lawrence of Arabia)

    • Return to Amman or overnight in Azraq Lodge (RSCN)

    Day 6: Madaba – Mount Nebo – Dana

    • Explore Madaba (Mosaic Map at St. George Church)

    • View from Mount Nebo

    • Drive the scenic King’s Highway

    • Arrive at Dana Biosphere Reserve

    • Stay in eco-lodge in Dana Village

    Day 7: Hike Dana Reserve – to Petra

    • Optional: Hike Wadi Dana Trail (full day or short trail)

    • Drive to Petra (approx. 2.5 hours)

    • Evening: Petra by Night (if available)

    Day 8: Petra (Full Day)

    • Explore Petra: Treasury, Monastery, Royal Tombs

    • Offbeat: Hike Al Khubtha Trail or Back route to Monastery

    • Overnight in Petra

    Day 9: Wadi Rum

    • Drive to Wadi Rum

    • Jeep tour with Bedouin guide: Lawrence Spring, dunes, canyons

    • Optional: Short hike or camel ride

    • Overnight in Bedouin camp under the stars

    Day 10: Aqaba or Dead Sea (Choose one)

    Option A – Aqaba:

    • Relax by the Red Sea

    • Snorkeling/diving in coral reefs

    • Local seafood

    Option B – Dead Sea:

    • Float in salty waters

    • Spa experience at a resort

    • Visit Lot's Cave near Ghor area (offbeat biblical site)

    Tips:

    • Use Jordan Pass to save on entry fees

    • Include at least 2 nights in Dana or Wadi Rum for deeper experiences

    • Offbeat extensions: Wadi Al Hasa canyon hike or Azraq Wetland Reserve

  • Please contact us for price.