Petra Day Tour from Amman: Dive into Ancient Arabian Trade Routes and Nabatean City

Embark on a captivating day tour from Amman to Petra, an ancient Nabatean city that once thrived as a bustling trade hub. Explore the mesmerizing Siq, a narrow path leading to the city, surrounded by towering cliffs and breathtaking natural beauty.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Amman - Pickup from your hotel lobby or residence in Amman. The tour is available every day. Our English-speaking driver will take you along the Desert Highway to Petra. Depending on traffic the transfer lasts a minimum of 2.5 hours including one stop one way.

  • Petra Visitors Center - Once you arrive at the visitor center, the driver will assist you in purchasing your tickets, and your local guide (If Option Selected) will accompany you inside the site.

  • Petra - Start with your local guide to visit the astonishing rock city of Petra. This fascinating ancient Nabatean capital dominated the Arabian trade routes and is a must-see in the Middle East. You will pass the Siq, a narrow gorge where you get the first close views of the colorful sandstone, ending at the beautiful Treasury. Walk along the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs, the Theater, and Qasr Al Bint. Free time on your own, then walk the same way back to the entrance gate. The average time customers spend in Petra is 5 hours, but certainly, you are free to shorten or extend the length of your stay. Restaurants you find inside and around the main gate of Petra Archaeological Park.

After 2 hours, your guide will escort you to the meeting point for your journey back to Amman, or he will let explore the site more and you will make your way back to the meeting point with your driver.

  • Petra Visitors Center - Meet your driver at the same place he dropped you off, and get ready to drive back to Amman.
  • Amman - Drive back to Amman or the airport
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Entry Fees to Petra (If Option Selected)
  • Transportation (hotel pickup and Drop-off, air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel Surcharge)
  • English-speaking driver
  • WI-FI onboard
  • Water onboard
  • Local Guide at Petra (If Option Selected)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

• Focus on Flexibility and Personalization: Unlike rigid group tours, this itinerary tailors to your interests, pace, and desired experiences. Spend more time at the Treasury? Hike to the Monastery? Explore hidden alleys? Your guide adapts to your preferences.

• Go Beyond the Classics: Sure, you’ll see the iconic Treasury and Monastery, but this tour delves deeper. Explore hidden tombs, alleys, and lesser-known architectural wonders, gaining a richer understanding of Petra’s diverse history and beauty.

• Embrace the Magic of Early Morning: Arriving before sunrise grants you a front-row seat to the breathtaking transformation of Petra bathed in golden hues. Capture stunning photos, avoid crowds, and experience the peaceful atmosphere.

• Overall, this unique tour prioritizes your preferences, delves deeper into Petra’s wonders, offers local expertise, emphasizes responsible tourism, and empowers you to craft your ideal one-day Petra experience.

  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for walking uneven terrain.
  • Ask any questions you may have!
  • Purchase the Jordan Pass in advance for discounted entry and access to other Jordanian attractions.
Location
Amman
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Maxpm5321gw
Jul 12, 2024
Trip to Petra and the Dead Sea - We had a wonderful visit to Jordan. We booked a day trip to Petra and booked an afternoon trip to the Dead Sea. Our driver and guide, Mohammad Bardaghawi, was excellent. He anticipated our every need and inspired us to try new food/drinks along the way. I would recommend asking for him if you are planning on touring anywhere in Jordan. He was knowledgeable about the tour, and we were engaged in conversation the entire trip. We learned a lot about the history and culture of Jordan. The experience was amazing but I'm not sure it would have been the same without him. I consider him a lifelong friend and hope to visit again.
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Jennyco6690ke
May 24, 2024
Super trip - The trip to Petra is so nice. Driver Mr. Hassan is very kind, he came on time as schedule and introduce everything on the way from dead sea to Petra. His car condition was good with super service.
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Voyage28878782261
May 16, 2024
Excellent - Everything is excellent, very friendly and they give you all the tips, the tour, the food. Petra is very beautiful, but if there is some heat, I 100% recommend renting the golf carts. I recommend it 100%
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Rashu2023
Sep 19, 2023
Petra by night and Amman city tour - Yuones was an amazing driver, kept us entertained, stopping to comfort breaks when needed. Happy to help with anything, my daughter had car sickness, he very quickly took us to a chemist to get medication. Happy to accommodate any needs, a wonderful 2 days with Yuones!!
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Goplaces26336774118
May 16, 2023
Trip to Petra with Hasan - Petra was an amazing experience, and the driver Hasan made it possible, he took me from my hotel in Amman and drove me all the way to Petra, I enjoyed so much the trip with him listening to good music and just chatting during the trip, he’s very funny and a great person to stay with, thank you so much for all
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645yur
Oct 8, 2022
Terrible, will not ever use this again - Ok, my opinion on the driver: 1) the driver could not effectively communicate in English, he did not know this language even on pre-intrm level 2) the driver brought me to a shop with quadruple prices on snacks 3) the driver got mad when he did not get tips This overall ruined my experience from this trip, I am dissapointed
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