A 7-Day Foodie Itinerary in Jordan

  • Day 1: Amman Citadel
    15 minutes (4.6km) from your accommodation in Amman

    Start your foodie adventure with a visit to Amman Citadel, a historic site with breathtaking views of the city. Try some traditional Jordanian cuisine at Wild Jordan Center, a rooftop restaurant offering a fusion of local and international dishes.

  • Day 2: Jerash
    1 hour (51km) from Amman Citadel

    Explore the ruins of the ancient city of Jerash with its well-preserved Roman architecture. Head to Green Valley Restaurant for some of the best local food in the area, including mansaf, a traditional Jordanian lamb dish.

  • Day 3: Madaba
    40 minutes (32km) from Jerash

    Visit Madaba, known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, including the famous Madaba Map. For lunch, enjoy some traditional Jordanian meze at Haret Jdoudna, a delightful restaurant housed in a beautifully restored Ottoman house.

  • Day 4: Petra
    3 hours (225km) from Madaba

    Marvel at the ancient city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the world. Sample some Jordanian street food at Al Qantarah, a local restaurant serving delicious shawarma and falafel.

  • Day 5: Wadi Rum
    1 hour 30 minutes (120km) from Petra

    Discover the stunning Wadi Rum desert and its unique rock formations. Experience Bedouin hospitality and cuisine at one of the many camps in the area, such as Captain's Desert Camp, where you can enjoy a traditional zarb, a Bedouin-style barbecue.

  • Day 6: Aqaba
    1 hour 30 minutes (125km) from Wadi Rum

    Relax by the Red Sea at Aqaba and enjoy some of the best seafood in Jordan at Al Manara, an award-winning restaurant overlooking the water. Sample the local specialty, sayadieh, a dish of rice and fish cooked in a tomato sauce.

  • Day 7: Amman
    4 hours (330km) from Aqaba

    End your foodie tour back in Amman, where you can sample the best falafel in the country at Al Quds Restaurant. For a sweet treat, try some traditional Arabic sweets and desserts at Habibah Sweets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Wild Jordan Center (1 hour, JOD20)
  • Green Valley Restaurant (1.5 hours, JOD25)
  • Haret Jdoudna (2 hours, JOD35)
  • Al Qantarah (1 hour, JOD7)
  • Captain's Desert Camp (2 hours, JOD50)
  • Al Manara (2 hours, JOD40)
  • Al Quds Restaurant (1 hour, JOD5)
  • Habibah Sweets (30 minutes, JOD5)
  • Total Estimated Costs: JOD187

Transportation

You can travel between destinations by renting a car, hiring a private driver, or taking a taxi. Expect to spend approximately JOD50-100 per day for transportation.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Dead Sea and Mount Nebo. If you have less time, consider skipping Wadi Rum or Aqaba.

Airports

Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is Jordan's main airport, located approximately 35km south of Amman. The airport is modern, clean and efficient, with plenty of facilities and restaurants available. Taxis and buses are readily available for transportation to and from the airport.

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