The Nabataeans Hoseback riding Trail

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6-Day Jordan Horse Riding Adventure | Petra & Wadi Rum

Ride through Jordan’s ancient landscapes on horseback and discover Petra, Wadi Rum and the country’s legendary desert trails in an unforgettable 6-day adventure.

Experience Jordan from the saddle as you follow historic routes through dramatic valleys, sandstone mountains and open desert. Explore the ancient Nabataean city of Petra on horseback, then continue to the spectacular landscapes of Wadi Rum, where Arabian horses, Bedouin hospitality and breathtaking desert scenery create a truly unique experience.

This 6-day Jordan horse riding tour is ideal for couples, horse lovers, adventure travelers and anyone looking for a more authentic way to explore southern Jordan.


Tour Details

  • Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
  • Category: Travel Activity
  • Type: Horse & Camel Riding Tours
  • Start: Amman Airport, Jordan
  • End: Amman Airport, Jordan
  • Main Destinations: Petra – Wadi Rum – Amman
  • Travel Style: Horse Riding, Culture, History & Desert Adventure
  • Ideal For: Couples, horse enthusiasts and active travelers
  • Guide Language: English

Tour Features

  • Couple-Friendly
  • Heritage & Culture
  • Horse Riding
  • Desert Adventure
  • Local Cuisine
  • Bedouin Experience
  • Photography
  • Camping & Stargazing
  • Ancient Trails

Why Choose This Jordan Horse Riding Tour?

Discover Jordan on horseback—not just from a vehicle.

This carefully designed adventure takes you from the ancient wonders of Petra into the vast wilderness of Wadi Rum.

Ride along historic trails, experience the dramatic beauty of Jordan’s sandstone mountains and desert valleys, and enjoy the unique connection between rider, horse and landscape.

Your local horse-riding team provides support throughout the riding days, while your professional driver handles the longer transfers between destinations.


6-Day Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Amman Airport – Petra

Welcome to Jordan

Your Jordan horse riding adventure begins with your arrival at Queen Alia International Airport.

Our representative will meet and assist you upon arrival before you meet your professional English-speaking driver.

After completing the arrival formalities, depart Amman and travel south toward Petra.

The journey takes you through Jordan’s changing landscapes, from the central highlands toward the dramatic mountains of southern Jordan.

Arrive in Petra and check in to your hotel.

Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. You can relax at the hotel, explore the local area or prepare for your first horseback experience tomorrow.

Overnight: Petra
Meals: Dinner


Day 2 – Petra on Horseback

Explore Petra from the Saddle

After breakfast, prepare for your first horseback adventure.

Meet your local horse-riding team and your horse before beginning your exploration of the Petra region.

Ride through the spectacular landscape surrounding the ancient Nabataean capital, enjoying views of sandstone cliffs, valleys and historic pathways.

Horseback riding offers a memorable way to experience Petra’s dramatic surroundings and provides excellent opportunities for photography.

After the riding experience, meet your English-speaking site guide for an approximately 2.5-hour guided Petra visit.

Enter the ancient city and explore its extraordinary Nabataean heritage.

Discover highlights such as:

  • The Siq
  • The Treasury
  • Street of Facades
  • Royal Tombs
  • Colonnaded Street
  • Ancient Nabataean structures

Your guide will explain the history, architecture and culture of the civilization that transformed Petra into one of the most important trading centers of the ancient world.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Horse Riding: Petra region
Guided Petra Visit: Approximately 2.5 hours
Overnight: Petra
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner


Day 3 – Petra Horse Riding – Wadi Rum

From Petra’s Ancient Trails to the Valley of the Moon

After breakfast, continue your horseback adventure.

Ride through the spectacular landscapes surrounding Petra, following local trails and enjoying the changing scenery of southern Jordan.

As the journey continues, travel toward Wadi Rum, Jordan’s famous Valley of the Moon.

Wadi Rum is one of the country’s most spectacular natural environments, characterized by enormous sandstone mountains, open desert valleys and dramatic rock formations.

Upon arrival, meet your local Wadi Rum horse-riding team.

Depending on the day’s schedule and riding conditions, enjoy an introductory ride through the desert.

Watch the colors of the sandstone mountains change as the sunlight moves across the landscape.

After the ride, settle into your desert camp.

Enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the desert after sunset.

Spend the night beneath a spectacular sky filled with stars.

Horse Riding: Petra → Wadi Rum region / Wadi Rum introduction
Overnight: Wadi Rum Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner


Day 4 – Full-Day Horse Riding in Wadi Rum

Ride Through the Valley of the Moon

Today is the centerpiece of your Jordan horse riding adventure.

Wake up to the magnificent scenery of Wadi Rum and enjoy breakfast at camp.

Meet your horse and local riding guide before setting out for a full day of horseback exploration.

Ride through wide desert valleys surrounded by towering sandstone mountains.

The route takes you through some of Wadi Rum’s most spectacular scenery, with opportunities to stop for photographs and rest.

Depending on local conditions and the group’s riding ability, your route may include:

  • Open desert valleys
  • Sandstone mountain viewpoints
  • Natural rock formations
  • Traditional Bedouin trails
  • Desert camps
  • Scenic photography stops

Enjoy a packed lunch during the ride.

The combination of horseback riding, dramatic desert scenery and Bedouin culture makes today an unforgettable experience.

Return to camp in the afternoon or evening.

Enjoy a traditional dinner and relax around the campfire.

If weather conditions are suitable, spend time stargazing in one of Jordan’s most spectacular desert environments.

Horse Riding: Full Day
Overnight: Wadi Rum Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 5 – Full-Day Horse Riding in Wadi Rum – Amman

Final Desert Ride & Return to Amman

Enjoy breakfast at the desert camp before beginning your final horseback adventure.

Ride once more through the magnificent landscapes of Wadi Rum.

This final ride gives you another opportunity to appreciate the immense scale and beauty of the desert.

Follow quieter trails away from the main tourist areas and enjoy the freedom of riding through the open landscape.

Stop along the route for photographs and refreshments.

After completing the riding experience, say farewell to your horse-riding team and depart Wadi Rum by vehicle.

Begin your journey north toward Amman.

Arrive in Amman and check in to your hotel.

Enjoy a relaxing evening after several days of horseback adventure.

Horse Riding: Full Day / Wadi Rum
Overnight: Amman
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner


Day 6 – Amman – Amman Airport

Farewell to Jordan

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel.

Depending on your flight departure time, you may have some free time to relax or explore Amman.

At the scheduled time, meet your professional English-speaking driver for your transfer to Queen Alia International Airport.

Your unforgettable Jordan horse riding adventure ends with memories of ancient Petra, Arabian horses, Bedouin hospitality and the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum.

Meals: Breakfast
Transfer: Amman → Amman Airport


What’s Included

  • 5 nights’ accommodation according to the itinerary
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Camping in Wadi Rum
  • English-speaking Petra site guide for approximately 2.5 hours
  • Entrance fees to included sites
  • Horses according to the riding days
  • Local horse-riding guide
  • Hotel accommodation according to the itinerary
  • Jordan visa formalizations where applicable
  • Meet-and-assist service upon arrival
  • Modern air-conditioned transportation
  • Supported pick-up vehicle

What’s Not Included

  • International or domestic flight tickets
  • Drinks and beverages
  • Personal travel and health insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any service not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions”

Horse Riding Experience

This tour is designed for travelers who want to experience Jordan’s landscapes on horseback.

The exact riding routes and duration may vary according to:

  • Weather conditions
  • Trail conditions
  • Horse availability
  • Rider experience
  • Local safety considerations
  • Guide assessment

Riders should be comfortable spending extended periods on horseback and should follow the instructions of the local riding guide throughout the experience.

Beginner and experienced riders may be accommodated depending on the available horses and route conditions. Please advise us of your riding experience when booking.

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Owner

Ibrahim Yılmaz

Member Since 2026