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Your trip to Dead Sea & Jordan Valley
Salt-edged shores, sacred river landscapes, farming communities and dramatic canyons reveal the many faces of the valley.
Suggested day-by-day route
Draft route, not a timed booking. Published visiting hours are linked below; confirm seasonal changes. Open driving directions for current travel estimates before choosing each day's stops.
Day 1
- 1Dead Sea
Float at managed beaches and admire mineral-rich water, salt edges and mountain horizons.
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- 2Dead Sea Resorts (Sweimeh)
Managed resort beaches offer an arranged seaside visit; confirm passes and inclusions directly.
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Driving time from previous stop - 3Dead Sea Public Beach Areas
Check current authorised access and facilities; avoid unstable or unmonitored shorelines.
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Driving time from previous stop - 4Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Al-Maghtas)
The UNESCO-listed pilgrimage site preserves archaeology associated with the baptism of Jesus.
Opens 08:00. Last entry: Nov–Mar 16:00; Apr–Oct 17:00; Ramadan 15:00. Last entry is not closing time. Hours source
Driving time from previous stopOperator estimate: about 20 minutes by car from Dead Sea hotels; your exact hotel may differ. Source
Day 2
- 1Ma’in Hot Springs
Thermal waterfalls beneath dramatic cliffs offer a memorable valley retreat; check access and suitability.
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- 2Jordan Valley (Al-Ghor)
Farming communities, warm landscapes and river history give the valley its distinctive rhythm.
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Driving time from previous stop - 3North Shuna
Discover northern valley agriculture and local communities along this fertile lowland area.
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Driving time from previous stop - 4Deir Alla
A valley town with archaeological heritage provides context for centuries of settlement and farming.
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Day 3
- 1South Shuna
Local markets and agricultural landscapes form a gateway to southern valley journeys.
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- 2Ghor Al-Safi
Explore southern valley communities, farming landscapes and nearby archaeological heritage.
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Driving time from previous stop - 3Lot’s Cave
A hillside religious and archaeological site is associated with the tradition of Lot.
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Driving time from previous stop - 4Museum at the Lowest Place on Earth
Displays introduce the southern Dead Sea area’s archaeology and history.
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Day 4
- 1Wadi Mujib Biosphere Reserve
Deep canyon landscapes and seasonal trails require careful planning and current safety checks.
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- 2Mujib Adventure Center
The visitor starting point helps organise permitted canyon activities; confirm seasonal access.
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Driving time from previous stop - 3Wadi Zarqa Ma’in
A rugged water-carved valley rewards experienced, locally guided exploration; check conditions first.
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Driving time from previous stop - 4Dead Sea & Jordan Valley cafés & restaurants
Pause for local cooking, traditional sweets or coffee; choose venues locally and confirm menus and dietary needs.
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Day 5
- 1Shopping & local products
Browse local markets and shopping areas. Ask about available milk, cheese, labneh, olive oil and regional goods; availability varies by shop and season.
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Agencies serving this destination
Independent operators with public contacts, not Rehla-affiliated agencies. Offices are in Amman; coverage may be a nearby sight rather than the city centre. Confirm dates, prices and current licensing directly. Contact details checked 19 October 2026.