Jordan Tour Packages From Delhi — Petra, Wadi Rum, The Dead Sea, And The Jordan Pass Trick That Saves Your Visa Fee

Why Jordan, and who it suits

Jordan is the most rewarding country in this cluster for a traveller who wants substance. In a week you can walk through a mile-long rock cleft and come out in front of a temple façade carved into a cliff, sleep in a desert of red sandstone monoliths, float in water so saline you cannot sink, and stand in a Roman city with its colonnaded street intact.

That is not a marketing sentence — that is the actual itinerary, and it is why Jordan converts so well once someone understands what it involves.

It suits: history-minded travellers, photographers, couples, families with children over about ten, and anyone whose travel list has Petra on it. It suits people who are happy to spend a few hours a day in a vehicle in exchange for real sights.

It does not suit: shoppers, beach-resort travellers, people wanting nightlife, or anyone with mobility limitations who cannot walk — Petra is a walking site and there is no way around that. The route from the visitor centre through the Siq to the Treasury alone is roughly two kilometres each way, and the good parts are further in and uphill.

Best time to visit

Period	Conditions	Verdict
Mar–May	Warm days, cool nights, wildflowers	The best window. Peak, and worth it.
Sep–Nov	Warm, dry, clear	Equally good. Our slight preference for October.
Jun–Aug	Hot, and Petra and Wadi Rum are exposed	Doable with very early starts, but hard work. Lower prices.
Dec–Feb	Cold, can be genuinely freezing at night in Wadi Rum and Petra; occasional snow in Amman	Cheapest. Only for travellers who genuinely do not mind cold.

(Seasonal pattern based on regional climate norms for the Levant; not tied to a specific verified data source this session.)

The thing nobody warns Indian travellers about: Wadi Rum desert camps in December and January are cold — properly cold, single-digit or below at night. Travellers pack for "desert" and arrive with summer clothes. If you go in winter, pack like you are going to Manali.

Three itineraries

Itinerary A — 5 Nights / 6 Days: the essential Jordan

Day 1 — Arrive Amman (AMM) via one connection. Transfer, rest. Evening in Amman's Rainbow Street area. Overnight Amman. Day 2 — Jerash in the morning — one of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities anywhere, about an hour north of Amman. Afternoon: Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre. Overnight Amman. Day 3 — Drive south on the King's Highway (slower and far more scenic than the Desert Highway) via Madaba for the Byzantine mosaic map and Mount Nebo. Continue to Petra, arriving evening. If it is a Monday, Wednesday or Thursday, Petra by Night — the Siq lit by candles. Overnight Wadi Musa (Petra). Day 4 — Petra, full day. Start at opening. The Siq, the Treasury, the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, and — if you have the legs — the roughly 800-step climb to the Monastery, which is bigger than the Treasury and far less crowded. This is a long day on foot. Overnight Wadi Musa. Day 5 — Morning drive to Wadi Rum (about 1h45m). 4x4 jeep tour through the desert, sunset from a dune, overnight in a Bedouin camp. Overnight Wadi Rum camp. Day 6 — Drive back to Amman (about 4 hours) or fly out of Aqaba. Departure.

Itinerary B — 7 Nights / 8 Days: adding the Dead Sea and Aqaba

Days 1–5 as above, then: Day 6 — Wadi Rum morning, drive to Aqaba (about an hour) on the Red Sea. Afternoon snorkelling or diving. Overnight Aqaba. Day 7 — Drive north to the Dead Sea (about 4 hours). Float, mud, and a resort afternoon — this is the rest day the itinerary needs after Petra. Overnight Dead Sea. Day 8 — Dead Sea morning, transfer to Amman airport (about an hour). Departure.

Itinerary C — 4 Nights: Petra-focused, for short leave

Day 1 — Arrive Amman, transfer straight to Petra (about 3 hours on the Desert Highway). Overnight Wadi Musa. Day 2 — Petra full day. Overnight Wadi Musa. Day 3 — Wadi Rum jeep tour and desert camp. Overnight Wadi Rum. Day 4 — Drive to the Dead Sea, float, continue to Amman. Overnight Amman or Dead Sea. Day 5 — Departure.

This is tight but it works, and it is what we build for people with limited leave. What it sacrifices is Jerash and the King's Highway, both of which are genuinely good.

What it costs

*₹1,10,000–₹1,90,000\ per person (indicative · 7N/8D · ex-Delhi · twin sharing · excludes GST & TCS)**

*\Indicative market range as of Aug 2026. Contact us on +91 97299 91755 for a current quote.

Jordan is the most expensive destination in this Middle East cluster per night, and travellers should know why:

No nonstop flight from Delhi. One connection, usually via a Gulf hub, adds cost and time.
The Petra entry fee is substantial and rises steeply with the number of days. This is where the Jordan Pass matters — see below.
It is a driving itinerary — vehicle and driver-guide across six or seven days.
Wadi Rum camps range from basic Bedouin tents to "bubble" domes with glass ceilings, and the spread is wide.
Dead Sea resorts are premium; there is very little budget inventory on that shore.

Typically included: hotels · breakfast · private vehicle with driver-guide · Wadi Rum 4x4 tour and camp with dinner · airport transfers · often the Jordan Pass. Typically excluded: international flights unless stated · visa fee if not covered by the Jordan Pass · TCS · GST · most lunches and dinners · Petra by Night ticket · horse or donkey rides inside Petra · insurance · tips (a real cost in Jordan) · personal spending.

Operator's note: [EDITOR — replace with a real YashTrip observation. Suggested angle: how many of our travellers actually complete the Monastery climb, and what we now tell people about pacing Petra. Also the real King's Highway driving time versus the Desert Highway — a measured comparison here would be genuinely original content.]

Jordan visa for Indian passport holders — and the Jordan Pass

🔴 Not verified from an official source this session.

What secondary sources checked on 2026-08-13 indicate, all requiring confirmation:

Visa on arrival is reportedly available to Indian citizens at Queen Alia International Airport (Amman), King Hussein International Airport (Aqaba), the Sheikh Hussein Bridge and the Wadi Araba crossing, with a fee commonly cited around JOD 40.
The single-entry tourist visa is reportedly valid for 30 days from entry.
The Jordan Pass is a prepaid tourism product that reportedly bundles entry to Petra and 40-plus other sites and waives the tourist visa fee, conditional on (a) buying it before arrival in Jordan and (b) staying a minimum of three nights. Reported price tiers are in the region of JOD 70–80, varying by how many days of Petra entry are included.

Why this section matters more than any other on the page: the Jordan Pass is genuinely the single biggest money-saving decision on a Jordan trip, because the Petra entry fee alone is a significant sum and the visa fee stacks on top. A traveller who buys it after landing pays the visa fee anyway. That is a real, avoidable loss caused purely by not knowing the rule — which is exactly the kind of thing this page should be famous for explaining correctly. Verify it, then explain it prominently.

Flights from Delhi

There is no nonstop Delhi–Amman service. Great-circle flying time is about 5 hours 26 minutes, but with a connection through a Gulf hub, realistic door-to-door is more like 9–13 hours depending on the layover.

(Route data cross-checked 2026-08-13 from published schedule aggregators, which showed no nonstop operator on DEL–AMM. Confirm at time of booking, as new routes do open.)

The routing worth asking for: fly into Amman and out of Aqaba (or the reverse) if your itinerary runs north to south. It removes a four-hour backtrack at the end. Aqaba has international service, and this open-jaw option is rarely offered unless you ask.

Currency and daily spend

The Jordanian dinar (JOD) is another high-value currency — one dinar is worth substantially more than a US dollar, like the Omani rial. Indian travellers routinely misjudge this.

Jordan is not cheap. Food, entry fees and transport all run higher than travellers expect from a Middle Eastern country that is not an oil state. Tipping is customary and expected — for drivers, guides and camp staff — and should be budgeted rather than improvised.

Honeymoon, family and friends

Honeymoon. A Wadi Rum bubble camp with a glass roof over the desert sky is one of the genuinely memorable honeymoon nights available anywhere, and Jordan pairs it with Petra and a Dead Sea resort. Strong choice for couples who want a story rather than a spa.

Family. Excellent for children over about ten — Petra is an adventure at that age, and Wadi Rum jeeps and Dead Sea floating are universally liked. Below ten, the walking distances at Petra become a problem.

Friends group. Vehicle costs split well, and Wadi Rum camps are more fun with a group. Jordan is a good group destination.

Older travellers. Be honest at the enquiry stage about walking capacity. Petra can be partly done by horse-drawn carriage through the Siq, but the site beyond the Treasury is on foot and uphill. There are travellers for whom Jordan is not the right choice, and it is better to say so before they book.

Food

Jordanian food is one of the trip's pleasures — mansaf, mezze, fresh bread, hummus and falafel everywhere. It is also, usefully, naturally very vegetarian-friendly: the mezze tradition means a table full of vegetable dishes is normal rather than a special request. This is the easiest Middle East destination in this cluster for a vegetarian who is willing to eat local food rather than seek out Indian restaurants.

The caveat: Indian restaurants are scarce outside Amman. If your family will not eat anything but Indian food, Jordan will be harder than the Gulf. Jain requirements need advance notice and will be difficult at desert camps.

Alcohol is available in hotels and licensed restaurants in Amman, Aqaba and at the Dead Sea, less so in Wadi Musa and Wadi Rum.

What NOT to do

Do not underestimate Petra physically. It is a full day of walking, much of it on uneven stone and uphill. Bring proper shoes, a hat and more water than you think.
Do not ride the animals inside Petra if the animal looks distressed. Animal welfare at the site has been a documented issue. Walking is better for you and for them.
Do not shave on the day you visit the Dead Sea. Any small cut in that salinity is genuinely painful. Similarly, do not put your head under, and do not get the water in your eyes.
Do not go to Wadi Rum in winter with summer clothing. It gets cold enough to be miserable.
Do not photograph military or border installations. Jordan borders several sensitive areas.
Dress modestly outside resorts — shoulders and knees covered. Jordan is relaxed, especially in Amman, but rural areas and Wadi Musa are conservative.
Do not skip travel insurance. A walking-heavy itinerary in remote terrain is exactly the situation insurance exists for.

Common mistakes

Buying the Jordan Pass after arriving. It reportedly must be bought before arrival to waive the visa fee. Verify the current terms, then buy it at the right time.
Giving Petra half a day. It deserves a full day and rewards a second.
Taking the Desert Highway both ways. The King's Highway is slower and much better; do it at least once.
Packing for heat in December. Wadi Rum and Petra get cold.
Booking a same-airport return when the itinerary runs north to south. Ask for the Amman-in, Aqaba-out option.

Frequently asked questions

Do Indians need a visa for Jordan?

What is the Jordan Pass and is it worth buying?

The Jordan Pass is a prepaid tourism product that bundles entry to Petra and 40-plus other sites and reportedly waives the tourist visa fee, provided you buy it before arriving in Jordan and stay at least three nights. Because the Petra entry fee alone is substantial, it is usually the single biggest saving on a Jordan trip.

Is there a direct flight from Delhi to Amman?

No. There is no nonstop Delhi–Amman service; expect one connection, usually through a Gulf hub. Great-circle flying time is about 5 hours 26 minutes, but realistic door-to-door with a layover is nearer 9–13 hours. Ask about flying into Amman and out of Aqaba if your itinerary runs north to south — it saves a four-hour backtrack.

How many days do I need in Jordan?

Five nights covers Amman, Jerash, Petra and Wadi Rum. Seven nights adds Aqaba and the Dead Sea and gives Petra the pace it deserves. Four nights is possible if you go straight to Petra on arrival, but you lose Jerash and the King's Highway.

How much does a Jordan trip cost from Delhi?

Roughly ₹1,10,000–₹1,90,000 per person for seven nights, twin sharing, excluding GST and TCS. It is the most expensive destination in our Middle East range per night, because there is no nonstop flight, Petra's entry fee is high, it is a private-vehicle itinerary and Dead Sea resorts are premium. Contact us on +91 97299 91755 for a current quote.

How much walking does Petra involve?

A lot. The walk from the visitor centre through the Siq to the Treasury is roughly two kilometres each way, and the most rewarding parts of the site are further in and uphill — the Monastery is around 800 steps beyond that. Budget a full day, wear proper shoes, and be realistic about mobility before booking.

When is the best time to visit Jordan?

March to May and September to November. Spring brings wildflowers and comfortable temperatures; autumn is dry and clear, with October our slight preference. Summer is hot and exposed at Petra and Wadi Rum. Winter is cheapest but genuinely cold — Wadi Rum camps can drop below freezing at night.

Can you really float in the Dead Sea?

Yes — the salinity is high enough that floating is effortless and swimming normally is not really possible. Two practical warnings: do not shave on the day you go, because any cut stings badly, and keep the water out of your eyes and mouth.

Is vegetarian food easy in Jordan?

Easier than most people expect, if you are willing to eat local. The mezze tradition means a table full of vegetable dishes, hummus, falafel and fresh bread is completely normal. Indian restaurants, however, are scarce outside Amman, so travellers who will only eat Indian food will find Jordan harder than the Gulf. Jain requirements are difficult at desert camps and need advance notice.

Is Wadi Rum worth an overnight?

Yes, and it is one of the strongest overnights in this whole cluster. A jeep tour through the sandstone monoliths at sunset followed by a night in a Bedouin camp under an exceptionally dark sky is the part of Jordan travellers describe most vividly afterwards. Bubble camps with transparent roofs are the honeymoon upgrade.

Is Jordan safe for Indian tourists?

Jordan has a long-established tourism industry and a good record with visitors, and the main tourist route is well managed. As with any regional travel, check the Indian Ministry of External Affairs advisory before you book.

Should I visit Petra by Night?

If your dates fall on a night it runs — commonly Monday, Wednesday and Thursday — it is worth doing. The Siq lit by candles to the Treasury is atmospheric and completely different from the daytime visit. It is a separate ticket from standard entry and is not usually covered by a package.