The Treasures Map: 9-Day Small Group Historical Journey

The Treasures Map: Discover Jordan’s Heritage Together

9 Days 8 Nights | Historical & Cultural Style | Small Group

9 Days | The Treasures Map Discover Jordan’s Heritage Together

The Treasures Map: Discover Jordan’s Heritage Together is a 9-day small group journey led by an expert guide, designed to immerse your group in Jordan’s rich history and culture.

Discover the ancient Roman city of Jerash, the hilltop ruins of Umm Qais, and the vibrant mosaics of Madaba. Stand on sacred ground at Mount Nebo and explore impressive Crusader castles. Experience the timeless wonder of Petra, including its magical transformation by candlelight during Petra by Night.

Journey across striking desert landscapes to Wadi Rum, where Bedouin culture comes alive. Experience the coastal charm of Aqaba and savor a unique farm lunch near the Dead Sea. Throughout, your guide will enrich your group’s experience by connecting these diverse sites and traditions into a shared story of Jordan’s rich heritage.

This thoughtfully paced itinerary encourages connection—not only with Jordan’s treasures but also among your fellow travelers—creating a meaningful and memorable journey together.

Full nine-day around most of Jordan's amazing highlights

Expert guide throughout the journey

Taking the most beautiful and scenic highways of Jordan

Premium, sanitized coach for comfortable transfers

Featured Sites & Activities

Curated Stays

Culinary Experiences

Personalized Concierge

Tailored Journeys

QA Airport – Welcome Dinner in Amman – Evening Walking Tour – Amman

Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, the group will be warmly welcomed by a dedicated meet-and-assist airport representative who will ensure a smooth and efficient passage through arrivals. After clearing customs, the group will board their premium coach, where the expert guide will be waiting to greet everyone and accompany to Amman.

After check-in and time to settle in, your journey begins with a warm and elegant welcome dinner at one of Amman’s refined local restaurants. Over a selection of traditional and contemporary Jordanian dishes, your guide will offer an informal orientation — setting the tone for the days ahead with insights into the itinerary, cultural tips, and travel details. It’s a relaxed and enriching way to reconnect with your companions and ease into the rhythm of the trip.

Following dinner, take a short-guided walk through the atmospheric streets of downtown Amman. As you pass by historic cafés, lively souks, and modern promenades like Abdali Boulevard, enjoy your first taste of the city’s vibrant energy — perhaps ending with a shared dessert of warm Kenafeh before returning to your hotel for the night.

Tour Highlights

Welcome Dinner in Amman | Evening Walking Tour

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Amman – Amman City Tour – Jordan Museum – Amman

Begin the day with your expert guide, who will accompany the group throughout this immersive journey into Jordan’s historical north. Start with a guided exploration of Amman, Jordan’s capital city, where ancient history meets contemporary energy. Stroll through the Citadel, stand amid the grand Roman Theatre, and experience the colorful pulse of local markets — all brought vividly to life through your guide’s insight.

Next, visit the Jordan Museum, home to the country’s most important archaeological treasures, including the famous Dead Sea Scrolls and artifacts revealing Jordan’s diverse civilizations. Throughout the day, your guide will weave narratives that deepen your understanding and appreciation of this dynamic capital.

As the day concludes, your guide can coordinate a refined lunch or dinner at one of Amman’s select restaurants, ensuring a seamless and memorable evening for the group. Return to your hotel to relax and prepare for the journey ahead.

Tour Highlights

Amman citadel | Amman Roman Theater | Jordan Museum | Old Down Town

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Amman – Jerash – Ajloun Castle – Umm Qais – Amman

Journey north from Amman with your expert guide to the Roman ruins of Jerash — one of the best-preserved provincial cities of the Roman Empire. Walk its colonnaded avenues, climb the steps of its majestic temples, and envision daily life in the ancient Decapolis.

Continue into the highlands to explore Ajloun Castle, a 12th-century Islamic fortress built to defend against the Crusaders. Set atop rolling hills and framed by olive groves, the castle provides both historical depth and panoramic views over the Jordan Valley.

Later, travel onward to Umm Qais, a site rich with Greco-Roman ruins and stunning vistas overlooking the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights. Here, the timeless landscapes invite moments of reflection and shared discovery among the group. At the site, enjoy lunch at a charming local restaurant with panoramic views — where a selection of authentic Levantine dishes offers a flavorful introduction to the region’s culinary traditions.

Return to Amman in the evening, where your guide can arrange a group dinner at a local restaurant, allowing everyone to relax and share the day’s experiences.

Tour Highlights

Jerash | Ajloun Castle | Umm Qais | Lunch in Umm Qais

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Amman – Mount Nebo – Madaba – Kerak Castle – Petra by Night – Petra

Depart Amman with your expert guide and journey to Mount Nebo, where sweeping panoramic views over the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea await. Explore the ancient mosaics and sacred sites of this revered pilgrimage destination, gaining insight into its spiritual and historical significance.

Continue to Madaba, the “City of Mosaics.” Accompanied by your guide, enjoy a walking exploration through the historic streets, uncovering masterpieces such as St. George’s Church and the Church of the Apostles. Pause for lunch at one of Madaba’s excellent restaurants, savoring authentic regional flavors in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Travel along the scenic King’s Highway to Kerak Castle, a formidable Crusader fortress steeped in medieval history. With your guide’s storytelling bringing the fortress to life, explore its impressive walls and towers.

By evening, arrive in Petra and settle into your accommodation. Later, gather with your guide for the magical Petra by Night experience, where candlelight illuminates the Treasury beneath the vast desert sky — an unforgettable introduction to the Rose City.

Tour Highlights

Mount Nebo | Madaba | Lunch in Madaba | Kerak Castle | Petra by Night

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Petra Visit

Step into one of the world’s greatest archaeological wonders with your guide accompanying the group throughout the day. Begin with a private three-hour tour from the Siq to Qasr al-Bint, where Petra’s rose-red facades, royal tombs, and sacred temples vividly come to life through expert storytelling.

After this introduction, enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace — whether ascending to the Monastery, hiking to the High Place of Sacrifice, or lingering in Petra’s timeless canyons — while your guide remains nearby to assist and enhance your experience.

As the day concludes, your guide can coordinate a refined lunch or dinner at one of Petra’s select restaurants, ensuring a seamless and memorable evening.

Tour Highlights

Petra Visit

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Petra – Shobak Castle – Little Petra – Wadi Rum

Begin your day by heading north from Petra to visit Shobak Castle, the first Crusader fortress built in Jordan. Perched on a remote hilltop, the castle offers commanding views of the surrounding plains. With your guide, explore its fortified walls, hidden passageways, and storied battlements that echo centuries of conflict and resilience.
Return southward to Little Petra, an enchanting Nabataean site with intricate rock-cut facades. Explore at your own pace accompanied by your guide, who will share stories and insights into this captivating site.

Afterwards, you have the option to enjoy lunch at one of Petra’s excellent restaurants—simply ask your guide to coordinate the arrangements.

Then, travel aboard your premium coach through breathtaking landscapes en route to Wadi Rum. Upon arrival, check in to your luxurious desert camp—your base for an unforgettable night beneath the stars.

Embark on a private two-hour Jeep tour, exploring iconic sandstone formations and vast desert plains, culminating in a stunning Wadi Rum sunset.

Return to camp to savor a traditional Zarb dinner, a Bedouin specialty slow-cooked underground and served in an authentic desert setting. End the evening enjoying tea by the fire under the vast desert sky.

Tour Highlights

Shobak Castle | Little Petra | Wadi Rum | Jeep Tour Wadi Rum | Dinner in Wadi Rum

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Wadi Rum – Aqaba Tour – Aqaba

After a serene morning in Wadi Rum, travel aboard your premium coach to the vibrant coastal city of Aqaba. Your guide will accompany you throughout the journey, enriching the experience with insights and stories. Begin with a captivating visit to Aqaba Castle, where history whispers through ancient stone walls, followed by a leisurely stroll along the coastline. Then, enjoy a refined panoramic city drive, unveiling Aqaba’s charming blend of culture and modernity.

Following the tour, check in to your seaside resort, where the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Take a refreshing swim in the Red Sea, unwind by the pool, or simply relax on the private beach as the sun sets over the water. The warm coastal breeze and laid-back atmosphere offer the perfect contrast to the desert landscapes you’ve just explored.

Tour Highlights

Aqaba Tour | Aqaba

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Aqaba – Museum at the Lowest Point on Earth – Farm Visit & Lunch with Locals – Dead Sea

Enjoy a leisurely morning soaking in the Red Sea before departing Aqaba with your expert guide. Journey north through the Araba Valley, where rugged desert landscapes gradually transition into the fertile plains of the Jordan Valley.
En route, stop at the Museum at the Lowest Point on Earth, where your guide will lead you through an engaging collection of archaeological finds and cultural exhibits that reveal the rich heritage of the region.
Continue to Ghore Al Mazraa, a lush farming village sustained by the waters of the Jordan Valley. Here, your guide will introduce you to local farmers who warmly welcome the group for a genuine cultural encounter. Walk through the farmlands, learn about traditional practices, and share a freshly prepared home-cooked lunch made from seasonal ingredients grown on site.
After lunch, proceed with your guide to your Dead Sea resort, where the rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Relax by the shore, float in the mineral-rich waters, or indulge in spa treatments as the sun sets over the world’s lowest point.

Tour Highlights

Museum at the Lowest Point on Earth | Farm Visit & Lunch | Dead Sea

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Dead Sea – Baptism Site – Queen Alia Airport

Enjoy a leisurely morning as a group, soaking in the serene beauty and mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth.

Later, join your expert guide for an excursion to the nearby Baptism Site (Al-Maghtas), a UNESCO World Heritage location believed to be the place where Jesus was baptized. Walk together through the archaeological remains, tranquil chapels, and sacred waters as your guide offers insight into the site’s profound historical and spiritual significance.

Return to your resort to check out and prepare for departure. You also have the option to enjoy lunch at the resort or a nearby restaurant — simply ask your guide to coordinate the arrangements.

When it’s time to depart, your guide will accompany the group to Queen Alia International Airport aboard your premium coach. A dedicated airport representative will be waiting to assist you through check-in and departure formalities, ensuring a smooth and comfortable conclusion to your unforgettable journey.

Tour Highlights

Dead Sea | Baptism Site | Q.A

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Inclusions

Expertly tailored 9-day small group journey, designed for a seamless and engaging experience.
Dedicated expert guide for 9 days, with a meet-and-assist airport representative supporting smooth arrival and departure.
Meet-and-assist service at Queen Alia Airport upon arrival.
Airport and hotels porterage.
24/7 on-call support from our local operations team throughout your stay in Jordan.
Visa Fees
Premium, air-conditioned coach—sanitized and maintained to high cleanliness standards.
Mineral water, Wi-Fi, and hand sanitizer available on board.
Private Jeep tour in Wadi Rum (2 hours).
Welcome dinner on Day 1.
Traditional Levantine lunch in Umm Qais.
Lunch in one of Madaba’s excellent local restaurants.
Dinner in Wadi Rum.
Farm Lunch in Ghore Al Mazraa.
Visits and entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary.
All accommodations throughout the journey.
Personalized assistance throughout the journey from your guide and airport representative on arrival and departure days.