13 Things to Do in Jordan

The rose-red Nabataean city carved into sandstone cliffs — one of humanity's most extraordinary achievements.

A vast red desert of towering sandstone mountains, Bedouin camps, and some of the world's best stargazing.

Float effortlessly in the world's saltiest sea at 430m below sea level — an unmissable experience.

One of the best-preserved Roman cities outside Italy — colonnaded streets, temples, and amphitheatres.

Jordan's largest nature reserve — dramatic canyon trekking, wildlife, and Feynan Ecolodge.

World-class coral reef diving and snorkelling in Jordan's only Red Sea port city.

Mars-like red desert with Bedouin camps, jeep tours, and extraordinary stargazing.

One of the world's best-preserved Roman cities — colonnaded streets and a triumphal arch.

Ancient hilltop fortress with Roman temple, Byzantine church, and Umayyad palace ruins.

World-class coral reefs and colourful marine life in Jordan's Red Sea port.

Slather yourself in mineral-rich Dead Sea mud — a natural skin treatment used for millennia.

Jordan's Grand Canyon — dramatic gorge hiking with waterfalls in a UNESCO biosphere reserve.

Spend a night in a traditional Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum under a canopy of stars.