Jordan

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Jordan.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from seeing the magnificent Rose City of Petra, to learning about Jordan's past through the ancient art of mosaic making, and bathing in the mineral rich waters of the Ma'in hot springs.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Jordan travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Jordan and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Umm ar Rasas; the Dead Sea; and the Rose City of Petra
• Special features on Petra in detail; the Jordan Trail explained; Wadi Rum Protected Area guide
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Jordan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions 
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps

Amman; Jerash & the Jordan Valley; The Dead Sea Highway; Madaba & the King's Highway; Petra; Aqaba, Wadi Rum & the Desert Highway; Azraq & the Eastern Desert Highway

ISBN: 9781838698171

Edition: 12th

Publication Date: December 2024

Writers: Jackson, Anthon

Ruffin, Jason
Stafford, Paul
Tabbaa, Sanad

288 pages | Dimensions: 128mm width × 197 mm height

Next edition due: December 2026