Petra Full-Day Excursion: Discover the ancient city's historic wonders from Amman
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214 Ratings
Amman
Embark on a full-day excursion to Petra from Amman and immerse yourself in the wonders of this ancient city. Explore the rock city, marvel at the Treasury, and discover the rich history of the Nabatean capital. Book now!
Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Amman - You will depart from the selected place of pickup and start your 3-hour drive (approximately) towards the Petra site in an air-conditioned vehicle and will have one stop to take a break on the way.
  • Petra - Wadi Musa - Once you arrive at the visitor center in Petra, the driver will assist with the purchase of your tickets and a local guide (optional) if you are interested in more information about the architecture and history of the area.
  • Petra - Wadi Musa - Petra was first established around the 6th century B.C. by the Nabataean Arabs, a nomadic tribe that settled in the area and laid the foundations of a commercial empire that extended into Syria. Upon arrival, you will begin the trip on horseback to the canyon to the so-called Siq, and then by foot to the most beautiful monument: the Treasury. Among other monuments you will see are the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, and Pharaoh’s Castle. Petra was also chosen to be one of the New 7 Wonders of the world.
  • Petra Visitors Center - At the end of the tour, your guide ( If Hired ) will escort you to the meeting point for your journey back to Amman. Expect about a 3-hour journey back to Amman.
What's Included
  • Round-trip hotel transfers
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transport
  • Complimentary onboard water
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Free onboard Wi-Fi access
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating 10-hour journey to Petra that takes you back in time! This voyage kickstarts in the morning with a pick-up from the hotel of your choice before cruising three hours down the Deseret highway to reach the breathtaking ancient rock city of Petra. This illustrious old city was once the nexus of Arabian trading paths during the Nabatean reign.
Secure your entry passes to Petra at the Visitor Center, where the option to hire a local guide is also available, and prepare to lose yourself in the grandeur of this archaeological treasure. Traverse the Siq, a slim canyon offering awe-inspiring views of the vibrant sandstone, culminating at the magnificent treasury. Wander along the Street of Facades towards the Royal Tombs, the theater, and Qasr Al Bint.
Once you finish exploring Petra, the driver will await you at the Visitor Center, ready to commence the return journey to Amman or the Amman airport.

  • Purchase the Jordan Pass in advance for discounted entry and access to other Jordanian attractions.
  • Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven terrain and stairs.
  • Be mindful of time constraints and prioritize your must-see sights.
  • Enjoy the local experience by interacting with vendors and learning about Jordanian culture.
Location
Amman
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(214 Ratings)
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Iainj78
Jun 20, 2024
Amazing with Anas - Anas was amazing he took the time to show me additional sites and explain a lot about the country as well as Petra itself. Great company to be with. 👍
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Francis_a
Jun 6, 2024
Unbelievable!!!! - Breathtakingly unforgettable. Walking through the almost 4 mile hike was almost a spiritual journey. Pictures in media is just 10% of how it really is in person.
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P7998jisamuelv
Jun 5, 2024
The magic of petra - It was a great experience, it is a wonderful and very impressive place, the transfer was super comfortable, quiet and our driver Anas guided us and helped us with everything, 100% recommended.
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Morfeen131
Jun 4, 2024
Unforgettable Experience. - Shadi did an amazing job of taking us to the site as well as give us tidbits of information regarding the history of Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum and Wadi Musa
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Dan
May 30, 2024
Anas our driver…incredible!!! - Anas Abu was incredible as a driver and companion during our trip. We had several experiences with him throughout our two weeks in Jordan. He was extremely dependable, helpful in figuring things out as we do not speak Arabic, and highlighted different points of interest during our various drives. We highly recommend Anas and will use his services again the next time we visit Jordan, our thanks in making our trip truly memorable!
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Fadisadi_
May 26, 2024
Awesome - A great place to visit with great people to guide you. Mo, our driver was great. Very friendly, fluent in English, a true professional!! Highly recommended! We will come back someday…
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Adamo823
May 26, 2024
You will be sorry if you do not go, even more sorry if you do not choose Abu Anas as your 5 Star VIP guide - Abu Anas was amazing. I would highly recommend asking for him by name. We had an amazing time, he made our trip easy and enjoyable. He took care of everything and we had the most enjoyable day imaginable.
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Richard_d
May 21, 2024
Great trip to Petra. - I had a very good day on my tour to Petra from Amman. Anas, my driver, was very good with knowledge of the country and interesting sights on the way Petra. The guide in Petra was also very knowledgeable and friendly. I really appreciated the day.
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A9131rdmagdalenac
May 15, 2024
Absolutely recommended - We had a great experience!!! Mohammad Bardaghawi is the best! He picked us up early in the morning and managed our schedule very well. He also explained us the main information about Jordan and the things we were going to do in our tour. With him we were confident all the time. And in Petra he left us in hands of a great guide that told us the most important features and took some amazing photos!!
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David
May 14, 2024
Great experience with Anas - Anas was an excellent driver and an even better host. He was very professional, friendly, and went above and beyond for us. Gave us excellent information and recommendations for everything from tours to food. Would highly recommend!
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