Start the New Year in the heart of the Middle East.
Celebrate the arrival of New Year in one of the most magical settings on Earth. Our Jordan New Year tour is a special edition of our classic “Traveler” program. We combine the rich history of the Roman empire in the north with the ancient mystery of Petra and the timeless beauty of the Wadi Rum desert. Imagine toasting to the New Year under a blanket of stars in a Bedouin camp or by the shores of the Red Sea.
This Land Only package gives you the flexibility to book your preferred flights for the holiday season. We handle all the logistics: comfortable transportation, hotels, entrance fees, and expert guiding. Escape the cold winter and welcome the new year with Jordanian hospitality, delicious food, and unforgettable sights.
Tour Type: New Year / Cultural Discovery
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (Sightseeing walking)
Group Size: Small group experience
27.12-2026 - 03.01.2027
New Year in Jordan is a unique experience. Here is what you should know:
Welcome to Jordan! You arrive at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Our team will meet you and provide a group transfer to your hotel in Amman. The capital is beautifully lit at night, sprawled across its seven hills. We gather for a welcome dinner to meet our fellow travelers and prepare for the holiday adventure ahead.
We head north to Jerash, a Roman city that rivals those in Italy. We walk through the Oval Plaza and the Cardo Maximus, imagining life 2,000 years ago. In the afternoon, we descend to the lowest point on Earth, the Dead Sea. Even in winter, the water is unique—we float effortlessly in the salty brine and try the famous mineral mud. We return to Amman for the night.
We travel south along the scenic King’s Highway. We stop in Madaba to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land and at Mount Nebo, where Moses viewed the Promised Land. We visit the crusader castle of Kerak, exploring its underground tunnels. We arrive in Wadi Musa (Petra) in the evening, just in time to see the sun set over the mountains.
We dedicate the entire day to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra. We walk through the narrow Siq canyon until the breathtaking Treasury (Al-Khazneh) reveals itself. We explore the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, and the Roman Theater carved into the rock. For those with energy, a hike to the Monastery offers stunning views. It is a day of walking through history.
We visit Little Petra before heading into the majestic desert of Wadi Rum. We switch to 4×4 Jeeps for a tour of this Martian landscape, seeing rock bridges and red sand dunes. We arrive at our Bedouin camp for a magical night. We enjoy a traditional Zarb dinner (cooked underground) and listen to Bedouin music around the campfire.
We wake up to a desert sunrise and drive to Aqaba on the Red Sea coast. The warmer climate here is perfect for relaxing. We can explore the markets or take an optional boat trip.
We enjoy a lazy morning by the Red Sea. In the afternoon, we begin our journey back north via the Desert Highway to Amman. We reflect on our journey and enjoy a final farewell dinner in the capital, sharing our resolutions for the year ahead.
Our New Year’s adventure concludes. Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for your flight home. (One group transfer provided). You leave Jordan with unforgettable memories to start the year.
There is no better way to start a new year than by exploring one of the world’s most ancient and fascinating civilizations. Our Jordan New Year tour offers the perfect blend of celebration, culture, and adventure. While much of Europe is frozen in winter, Jordan offers mild daytime temperatures, bright sunshine, and a festive atmosphere that is unique to the Middle East.
December and January are fantastic months to visit Jordan if you want to avoid the scorching heat of summer.
Spending a night in Wadi Rum during winter is a cozy and atmospheric experience. The air is crystal clear, making the stars appear brighter than ever. Our Bedouin camps are equipped for the cooler weather, with thick blankets and heaters in the tents. Gathering around a roaring campfire with a cup of sweet tea, listening to Bedouin music while the silent desert stretches out around you, is a soul-stirring way to reflect on the year gone by.
No trip to Jordan is complete without Petra. This UNESCO World Heritage site is even more dramatic in the winter light. The lower angle of the sun casts deep shadows and highlights the rich red, pink, and orange hues of the sandstone. We dedicate a full day to exploring this wonder, from the iconic Treasury to the Royal Tombs. Walking through the Siq—the narrow canyon entrance—remains one of travel’s greatest reveals.
We visit the Dead Sea, located 430 meters below sea level. The high barometric pressure here means the air is rich in oxygen, and the UV rays are filtered, making it a unique microclimate. Floating in the hyper-saline water is a fun experience for travelers of all ages. It is nature’s own spa, and covering yourself in the mineral-rich black mud is the perfect way to rejuvenate your skin for the New Year.
Our Land Only package is designed for maximum flexibility. Flights during the holiday season can vary greatly in price and availability. By booking your own flights, you can choose the dates and airlines that work best for your budget and schedule. You might even choose to extend your holiday in the region. We take care of everything on the ground—the safe transport, the hotel bookings, the New Year’s dinner, and the guiding—so you can relax and enjoy the holiday.
Join LifeTrek for a New Year’s Eve you will never forget. Leave the fireworks of the city behind and embrace the timeless beauty of the Jordanian desert.
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a coastal country in the Middle East. It borders Syria in the north, Iraq in the northeast, Saudi Arabia in the south and east, Israel in the west, and the West Bank of the Jordan River, where it also borders the Dead Sea, with an outlet to the Red Sea in the Gulf of Aqaba. The country sits between river canyons and is covered with dunes. Plant and animal diversity is exceptional despite the slight relative altitude difference. There are many endemics. It is a country full of contrasts and diversity, imbued with mosaics from all periods of history, the legacy of Islam and Christianity, and Bedouin culture. Jordan is one of the friendliest and most picturesque countries in the Middle East.
Since Jordan offers many opportunities for exploration, we have prepared additional programs at the Lifetrek tourist agency. The programs we carry out in Jordan are in addition to the Trekking program, the description of which you are currently on, and travel programs. All our programs in Jordan are entirely family-friendly. Catalog of our programs: Jordan
Wadi Rum lies 250 km south of Amman. Its surface resembles the moon, covered with sand and stone towers. This desert is a significant historical museum dotted with characters from the Bible and home to today’s semi-nomadic inhabitants, the Bedouins.
Petra is located 262 km south of Amman. More than 2,000 years ago, it was a haven for nomadic Nabatean Arabs and Bedouins from northern parts of Arabia. At first, they built necessary dwellings in caves and caverns, which grew into a real fortress carved into living rock, dotted with hundreds of buildings that these people built with their own hands.
