How many days do you need in Amman, Petra, the Dead Sea & Cairo?
- Most travelers spend 8 days in Amman, Petra, the Dead Sea, and Cairo combined
- Visiting Amman, Petra, the Dead Sea, and Cairo in 7 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
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Recommended Itineraries for Amman, Petra, the Dead Sea & Cairo
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo (Egypt), Self-Guided Exploration | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Visit the Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Saqqara | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Tour the Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo & Khan El Khalili Bazaar | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Fly to Amman (Jordan), Self-Guided Exploration | Amman |
| Day 5 | Experience the Archaeological Wonders of Amman & Jerash | Amman |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Petra, Explore the Rose City | Petra |
| Day 7 | Wadi Rum Desert Excursion, Transfer to the Dead Sea | The Dead Sea |
| Day 8 | Transfer to Amman, Depart |
This 8-day itinerary showcases the cultural and natural wonders of Egypt and Jordan, from the Great Pyramids to the shores of the Dead Sea. Starting in Cairo, explore bustling bazaars and see the antiquities of the Egyptian Museum before flying to Jordan to discover Greco-Roman ruins alongside modern city life in Amman. Tour the hidden city of Petra, take a Jeep safari into the Wadi Rum desert, and end your adventure soaking in the soothing waters of the Dead Sea. Read more
How to travel between Amman, Petra, the Dead Sea & Cairo
How to get to Petra
The ancient city of Petra is undoubtedly Jordan's most visited point of interest, a meticulously preserved archeological wonder. Getting to the expansive, UNESCO-listed site is straightforward via road—Jordan is a small country and connected by well-maintained highways with English signage. Wadi Musa (the gateway village bordering Petra) is a 3-hour drive or less from the major hubs. Read more
How to get to the Dead Sea
One of the most popular attractions in Jordan, the eastern shore of the Dead Sea is easy to get to whether you're coming from Amman to the north, the Red Sea resort town of Aqaba to the south, Petra, or the desert wilderness of Wadi Rum. Read more
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