The honest truth: The main Siq pathway to the Treasury is theoretically wheelchair accessible — It's relatively flat and paved in sections. But the reality is more complicated, and I want to give you the real picture so you can make informed decisions.

What is genuinely accessible: The first 1.2km through the Siq canyon to the Treasury. That's it. The path is mostly compacted dirt and stone with some paved sections, but there are uneven cobblestones, sandy patches where wheels sink, and areas where the path narrows to about 1.5 meters with camels and horses sharing the space. I made it to the Treasury in my manual chair but it was exhausting and I needed someone to help push over rough sections. If you use a power chair, the sand and uneven stone will be challenging for your battery and motors.

What is NOT accessible: Everything beyond the Treasury requires stairs, steep inclines, or rocky terrain. The Monastery? 800+ uneven rock-cut steps. The High Place of Sacrifice? Steep climbing trail. Wadi Farasa? Scrambling over boulders. The Royal Tombs area has some parts you can see from a distance, but getting close means steps.

Services available: Horse-drawn carriages can take you through the Siq to the Treasury. They'll quote 20-25 JOD but negotiate firmly — I got mine for 12 JOD. Some carriages have a small step platform making transfers easier; others require climbing up which isn't feasible for many wheelchair users. Ask to see the carriage before agreeing. The drivers are generally helpful with transfers if you communicate what you need.

My recommendation: If you have limited mobility but can do some walking with breaks, you'll enjoy the Treasury area and the Street of Facades. If you use a wheelchair full-time, know your limits and don't let anyone pressure you into thinking you can access the whole site. You can't, and that's okay — The Treasury itself is magnificent and seeing it is absolutely worth the trip to Jordan. Just set realistic expectations and you'll have a great experience rather than a frustrating one.