Jordan is no less than heaven for fans of History, Archaeology and adventure.
You will be surprised at how much more this country has to offer than just Petra!
Petra is obviously in any trip to Jordan, but Jerash is one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world and Madaba has an exceptional mosaic floor as a 1500 year-old map. The nearby Mount Nebo is where Moses saw the Promised Land yet couldnt enter it, and Amman is a vibrant Arab Metropolis with plenty of Oriental charm, mosques, Markets, interesting Museums and Biblical sites. The Kings' highway and the Awe-inspiring Wadi Al Mujib will bring you to Kerak, an all-mighty Crusader fortress, and the nearby Dead Sea provides Excellent & inexpensive accommodation options as well as the Baptismal site of Jesus by John in Bethany on the Jordan River.
it is a combination of Ancient & Current History, beautiful views, unique nature, Biblical Scenery and sites, all in a country of stability. All tourists, never mind their background, find that whether you travel on a budget or on a 5-star level, Jordan is easy, interesting and fun.
The Warmth and kindness of its people is everywhere, so visiting more of Jordan will definitely assure you a better trip!
It is the kind of country where tourists ask themselves, once there, "how come we havent planned to spend here more time?!"
You have the chance to plan beforehand to be there enough time - just do it!