Full-Day Tour to Petra

4.5 (2 reviews) Amman, Jordan
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Duration10h - 12h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The city of Petra, capital of the Nabataean Arabs, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, it is Located 240 km south of the capital Amman and 120 km north of the red sea town of Aqaba (see the Map), Petra the world wonder, is undoubtedly Jordan's most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction, and it is visited by tourists from all over the world.

It is not known precisely when Petra was built, but the city began to prosper as the capital of the Nabataean Empire from the 1st century BC, which grew rich through trade in frankincense, myrrh, and spices.

Petra was later annexed to the Roman Empire and continued to thrive until a large earthquake in 363 AD destroyed much of the city in the 4th century AD.

The earthquake combined with changes in trade routes, eventually led to the downfall of the city which was ultimately abandoned.

Options

1Day Private Tour from DeadSea

Pick up from Dead Sea Hotels
Pickup included

1 Day Private Tour from Madaba

Pick up from Madaba City
Pickup included

1 Day Private Tour from Amman

Start from Amman City
Pickup included

1 Day shared tour from Amman

Shared Tour : You will have your own set in the tour bus including other travelers from different countries
Big bus
Pick up : Hotel pick up only without drop off
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off ( pick up only for shard tour )
  • Transfers in private, A/C, new vehicle with English speaking driver for private tours
  • Gratuities – recommended
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry fees to Petra 50 JD ( 70 USD ) - Jordan Pass required
  • All type of meals, unless option with lunch (Vegetarian meal by request)
  • Queen Alia International Airport pickup extra cost
  • Local tour guide in Petra

What to expect

  1. Siq
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    The Siq, the main road that leads to the city, starts from the Dam and ends at the Treasury. It is a rock canal that measures 160 meters in length, 3 to 12 meters in width and reaches up to 80 meters in height. The main part of the Siq is created by natural rock formation and the rest is carved by the Nabataeans.
  2. The Treasury
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Treasury, or Al Khazna. It is almost 40 meters high and intricately decorated with Corinthian capitals, friezes, figures and more. The Treasury is crowned by a funerary urn, which according to local legend conceals a pharaoh’s treasure. Although the original function is still a mystery, The Treasury was probably constructed in the 1st century BC, However, in reality the urn represented a memorial for royalty. The Treasury consists of two floors with a width of 25.30 meters and a height of 39.1 meters.
  3. Street of Facades
    Pass by
    It is a name given to the row of monumental Nabataean tombs carved in the southern cliff face that lies past the Treasury and adjacent to the outer Siq., that when you pass the Treasury, the Siq begins to widen gradually as it reaches into an open area. On both sides, there are a number of Nabataean burial interfaces decorated with grindstones along with other decorations; and some of these interfaces were destroyed by natural factors, it is believed that these interfaces represents some of the senior officials in the city or princes.
  4. Nabatean Theatre
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Carved into the side of the mountain at the foot of the High Place of Sacrifice, the theatre consists of three rows of seats separated by passageways. Seven stairways ascend the auditorium and it can accommodate 4000 spectators. the monument was carved in the the mountainside during the reign of King Aretas IV (4BC-AD27) the Romans rebuilt the stage back wall.
  5. The Urn Tomb
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    This derived its name from the jar that crowns the pediment.It was probably constructed around 70 AD. It is preceded by a deep courtyard with colonnades on two sides. High up in the facade there are 3 niches which give on to small burial chambers, but which was adapted in 446 AD to serve as a Byzantine church

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

QAI Airport Pickup available on request for extra charge

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There will be enough time to see every thing
  • Contact your local operator (phone number, emergency mobile number, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.

Cancellation policy

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

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