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Jordan Trail

Jordan · Asia · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 77/100

At a glance

CountriesJordan
ContinentAsia
RegionJordan Rift to Red Sea
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length675 km
Typical duration35-40 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude1700 m
Best seasonMar-May, Sep-Nov
StartUm Qais
EndAqaba
Permit / guideno (guide optional; Dana-Petra section often guided)
Special gearnone

Score

77/100
Scenery
27/35
Fame
19/25
Uniqueness
16/20
Logistics
15/20

Full-length national trail via Petra, Wadi Rum fringe and Dana; strong fame and scenery; desert water logistics keep logistics score moderate.

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

Official site: 675 km, 35 days; Wikipedia: 650 km. Dana to Petra is a famous 5-day section of this trail (kept within this entry).

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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