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Below is a summary of how I entered, whether through a visa or another permitted route.
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I was able to obtain a Jordan visa on arrival because I had a valid Schengen visa. The visa fee was 40 JOD and it was granted at the same time. Without a Schengen visa, Nepalese passport holders would need to apply at a Jordanian embassy.
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Rates used to convert to NPR for this trip.
| Currency | 1 unit → NPR | Date |
|---|---|---|
| JOD | 190.50 | 2026-01-16 |
| USD | 136.50 | 2026-01-16 |
| AUD | 106.96 | 2026-01-16 |
| S.No | Date | Details (Notes) | Category | Unit | Cost / Unit | Amount | Currency | Amount (NPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 16, 2026 | Visa cost | Visa & Documents | 1.00 | 40.00 | 40.00 | JOD | 7,620.00 |
| 2 | Jan 16, 2026 | From abu dhabi | Transport | 1.00 | 56.00 | 56.00 | AUD | 5,989.76 |
| 3 | Jan 16, 2026 | Hostel first night | Accommodation | 1.00 | 8.84 | 8.84 | JOD | 1,684.02 |
| 4 | Jan 16, 2026 | Dinner first night | Food & Dining | 1.00 | 4.10 | 4.10 | JOD | 781.05 |
| 5 | Jan 17, 2026 | Bus to Wadi Rum | Transport | 1.00 | 20.00 | 20.00 | JOD | 3,810.00 |
| 6 | Jan 17, 2026 | Wadi Rum jeep tour | Activities | 1.00 | 25.00 | 25.00 | JOD | 4,762.50 |
| 7 | Jan 17, 2026 | Wadi Rum desert camp | Accommodation | 1.00 | 30.00 | 30.00 | JOD | 5,715.00 |
| 8 | Jan 18, 2026 | Wadi Rum to Petra bus | Transport | 1.00 | 10.00 | 10.00 | JOD | 1,905.00 |
| 9 | Jan 18, 2026 | Petra hostel | Accommodation | 1.00 | 8.00 | 8.00 | JOD | 1,524.00 |
| 10 | Jan 18, 2026 | Petra entry | Activities | 1.00 | 50.00 | 50.00 | JOD | 9,525.00 |
| 11 | Jan 18, 2026 | Dinner Petra | Food & Dining | 1.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | JOD | 762.00 |
| 12 | Jan 19, 2026 | Petra to airport bus | Transport | 1.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 | JOD | 1,333.50 |
| 13 | Jan 19, 2026 | To abu dhabi | Transport | 1.00 | 136.00 | 136.00 | AUD | 14,546.56 |
| Total | 59,958.39 |
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Buy the Jordan Pass online before arrival. It covers visa fee (40 JOD) plus entry to 40+ sites including Petra. The Wanderer pass ($70) includes 1-day Petra, Explorer ($75) includes 2-day, and Expert ($80) includes 3-day Petra access.
Jordanian Dinar (JOD) is the currency. 1 JOD = ~1.41 USD. ATMs are widely available. USD is widely accepted at tourist sites and hotels. Always carry some cash for smaller shops and taxis.
JETT buses connect Amman to major destinations (Petra, Aqaba, Dead Sea). Local taxis use meters in Amman. Uber/Careem work well in Amman. For flexibility, renting a car is ideal as public transport between smaller towns is limited.
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are ideal. Summers are extremely hot, especially in Wadi Rum and Aqaba. Winters can be cold in Amman and Petra with occasional snow.
Jordan is one of the safest countries in the Middle East. People are very hospitable. Petty crime is rare. Stick to well-traveled areas and follow local news for border region updates.
Haggling is expected at souks and with taxi drivers who don't use meters. Start at about half the asking price. Fixed prices at restaurants and malls.
Jordan is moderate but conservative dress is appreciated, especially outside Amman. Cover shoulders and knees when visiting mosques and rural areas. Swimwear is fine at the Dead Sea and Aqaba resorts.
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📍 Amman
I landed in Jordan around 2 am. Immigration, buying a SIM card, and exchanging money took time, so I reached my hotel around 6 in the morning. After resting for a while, I went out later in the day to see the city and get my first feel of Amman.
📍 Wadi Rum
On the second day, I traveled to Wadi Rum. I joined a jeep safari in the desert, spent the day enjoying the landscape, and stayed overnight in a desert camp.
📍 Petra
I left Wadi Rum for Petra and spent the day visiting Petra. After exploring the site, I stayed the night in Petra city.
📍 Petra to Amman
On the final day, I traveled from Petra back to Amman Airport and flew back home.
Last updated 2 weeks ago
Jordan's national dish — a large platter of rice with tender lamb or chicken, topped with toasted pine nuts and almonds, served on thin flatbread soaked in yogurt sauce.
Creamy dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic, drizzled with olive oil and eaten with warm pita bread.
Deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas and herbs, served in pita with pickles, tahini sauce, and fresh vegetables.
Smoky roasted eggplant dip blended with tahini, garlic, and lemon, a staple mezze at every Jordanian meal.
Layered flatbread baked with cheese or spiced minced meat, crispy on the outside and soft inside, a popular street breakfast.
Soft, stretchy white cheese pastry soaked in sweet rose-water syrup, served warm and often topped with crushed pistachios.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Ancient Nabataean city carved into rose-red cliffs, featuring the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh).
Vast desert valley with dramatic sandstone mountains, natural arches, and ancient petroglyphs. Famous for Bedouin camps, jeep tours, and stargazing.
The lowest point on Earth at 430m below sea level. Float effortlessly in the ultra-salty water and cover yourself in mineral-rich mud.
Ancient hilltop site in the capital with Roman ruins including the Temple of Hercules and the Umayyad Palace, offering panoramic city views.
Well-preserved 6,000-seat Roman amphitheatre from the 2nd century AD, carved into the hillside in downtown Amman.
One of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities in the world, with colonnaded streets, temples, theatres, and plazas dating back 2,000 years.
Jordan's only coastal city on the Red Sea. Popular for snorkeling, diving among coral reefs, and beach resorts. Duty-free shopping zone.
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A glimpse into our favourite moments from Jordan.
Sitting beside the Treasury at Petra - A close-up moment at Al-Khazneh, the iconic 2,000-year-old Nabataean rock-cut facade carved into rose-red sandstone
