Jordan travel tips
Everything you need to plan a smooth Jordan trip: visas and the Jordan Pass, getting around by car or bus, best seasons and honest budget breakdowns.
Trip planning
Jordan Pass, visa, budget, packing and when to go
Jordan Pass: is it worth it?
Is the Jordan Pass worth it? Yes — it covers your visa (40 JOD) plus Petra entry. Full 2026 guide to tiers, inclusions, and how to buy at jordanpass.jo.
How to plan a trip to Jordan: complete guide
How to plan a Jordan trip from scratch — ideal duration, daily budgets, when to visit, transport, what to book in advance, and honest packing tips.
Accessibility in Jordan: mobility and disability travel guide
Is Jordan accessible for travelers with mobility issues? Electric carts at Petra, 4x4 Jeeps in Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Honest assessment of barriers.
Best eSIM for Jordan: 2026 comparison
Best eSIM for Jordan in 2026: Airalo (3 GB / $11), Holafly unlimited (~$30/15 days), or local SIM from Zain/Orange (10 JOD / 5 GB at the airport).
Best time to visit Jordan: month-by-month guide
When is the best time to visit Jordan? April–May and October–November are ideal. Full month-by-month weather, crowd levels, and what to do each season.
First time in Jordan: what you need to know
What first-time visitors to Jordan need to know — Jordan Pass, best route, Petra tips, what to eat, dress code, money, and the mistakes to avoid.
Is Jordan safe for tourists?
Is Jordan safe? Yes — crime is low, hospitality is exceptional, and no tourist-targeted incidents have occurred. Full honest safety guide for 2026.
Jordan currency and money guide
What currency is used in Jordan? The Jordanian Dinar (JOD), pegged to USD at 0.71. ATMs give best rates. Hotels give worst. How much cash to carry.
Jordan visa requirements: complete guide
Do you need a visa for Jordan? Most Western nationalities get visa on arrival (40 JOD) or free with Jordan Pass. Guide by nationality, Aqaba SEZ rules, e-visa.
Solo female travel in Jordan: honest guide
Is Jordan safe for solo female travelers? Yes — with honest caveats on dress, harassment, and the best areas. Practical tips from women who've done it.
Tipping in Jordan: how much and when
How much to tip in Jordan — 10% at restaurants, 1–2 JOD for hotel porters, 5–10 JOD for guides and drivers. Practical amounts for every situation.
Getting around
Car rental, buses, airport transfers and border crossings
Getting around Jordan: transport guide
How to get around Jordan by self-drive, JETT bus, Careem, taxi and private driver — with honest costs, routes, and when to choose each option.
Airport transfers from Queen Alia airport: all options compared
Best way from Queen Alia airport to Amman city, Petra, and the Dead Sea — Sariyah bus (3 JOD), taxi (25–35 JOD), Careem, and private transfers compared.
Aqaba to Petra: best ways to make the journey
Best way from Aqaba to Petra — private taxi (80–100 JOD), private transfer (100–120 JOD all-inclusive), or self-drive (2 hours). No direct JETT bus.
Careem vs taxis in Jordan: which to use
Is Careem cheaper than regular taxis in Jordan? Honest comparison of prices, coverage, and when to use each in Amman and Aqaba.
Crossing between Egypt and Jordan: ferry and flights
Ferry from Aqaba to Nuweiba or fly Amman to Cairo — complete guide to crossing between Jordan and Egypt with costs, booking, and what to expect.
Crossing from Jordan to Israel: the three border crossings
How to cross between Jordan and Israel at King Hussein Bridge, Sheikh Hussein, and Wadi Araba — fees, procedures, and which crossing to use.
JETT bus Jordan: complete guide
Everything about Jordan's JETT bus: routes, prices (from 11 JOD), booking on jett.com.jo, terminal locations, and honest comparison with taxis.
Renting a car in Jordan: complete guide
Should you rent a car in Jordan? Costs, licence rules, insurance, road conditions, and which routes work better with a car than a bus or driver.
Seasonal advice
Best time to visit, weather by region and off-season tips
Jordan in autumn: why October is the consensus best month
October is Jordan's best month: perfect temperatures, clear skies, all trails open. Book well ahead. September offers similar weather with lighter crowds.
Jordan in spring: the honest guide (March–May)
Spring is Jordan's best season — 18–28°C, wildflowers across Dana and Ajloun, and every RSCN trail fully open. Here's what to expect.
Surviving Jordan in summer: the honest heat guide
Jordan in summer means 35–50°C. This guide explains where to go, when to move, and how budget travellers actually benefit from visiting in July or August.
Jordan in winter: does it snow in Petra, and is it worth visiting?
Petra can snow in winter — it did in February 2024. Cold highland nights, warm Dead Sea, 22°C Aqaba. Off-season prices drop 30–40% across Jordan.
Wildflower season in Jordan: when and where to see it
Jordan wildflowers peak late March to mid-April at Dana, Ajloun and Mount Nebo. Red poppies, black irises, anemones — best spots and photography tips inside.
Comparisons
Jordan Pass vs paying separately, 1 day vs 2 days at Petra and more
Dead Sea resort day passes compared: which is best in 2026?
Which Dead Sea resort day pass is best? Mövenpick vs Kempinski vs Crowne Plaza vs Amman Beach — honest 2026 comparison with prices and what's included.
Jordan Pass: is it worth it? The honest calculation
The Jordan Pass saves 40 JOD on visa fees — but only if you stay 3+ nights. Here's the full cost breakdown for every trip type, including when to skip it.
Jordan vs Egypt vs Morocco: which should you visit?
Jordan, Egypt and Morocco each offer archaeology, desert and culture — but differ on price, safety and logistics. Honest side-by-side for first-time visitors.
Private driver vs car rental in Jordan: which makes sense?
A private driver costs 120–150 USD/day all-in. A rental car costs 50–80 JOD/day. Here's when each makes financial and practical sense for your Jordan trip.
Petra: 1 day vs 2 days — what you actually see each way
1 day at Petra covers the Treasury and Royal Tombs. 2 days adds the Monastery. Honest breakdown of what each option delivers and when 1 day is enough.
Petra vs Jerash: which should you prioritise?
Petra needs 2–3 days; Jerash takes 3–4 hours. Both UNESCO, both worth visiting. On a 7-day Jordan trip the answer is both — here's how to fit them in.
Tours vs self-driving Jordan: the honest comparison
Self-driving Jordan saves money for groups of 2+ and gives flexibility. Tours add guide knowledge and remove stress. Real 2026 cost comparison inside.
Wadi Rum vs Sahara: which desert should you visit?
Wadi Rum is sandstone canyons and Bedouin culture. The Sahara is vast sand dunes at scale. Both extraordinary — here's how to choose between them.