Private Full-Day Wadi Rum and Petra Tour from Wadi Araba Border Crossing

Aqaba, Jordan
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Duration10h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Visit south Jordan’s must-sees of Petra and the Desert f Wadi Rum in one day on a private full day trip from Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side. Enjoy a guided tour of UNESCO Heritage listed wonder of Petra’s Red Rose Nabatean city highlights: including the “Siq”, the Treasury “El – Khazneh”, the Amphitheater, and the Royal Tombs. Then proceed to Wadi Rum to experience the red-and-pink cliffs and canyons of this unique and special desert valley of moon on a 2-hour 4x4 jeep tour. Your experience includes private round-trip transport with English – Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.

Options

Tour with Lunch

Standard Petra day trip &Wadi Rum Bedouin Jeep tour from Wadi Araba Border (Jordanian side) with lunch at a local restaurant

Tour only

Tour Petra and Wadi Rum: Standard Petra day trip and Wadi Rum Bedouin Jeep tour from Wadi Araba Border (Jordanian side)

What's included

  • Entrance Fees to Wadi Rum
  • English-Speaking Driver
  • Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Petra (Spanish-French by request-availability)
  • One day entrance fees to Petra
  • This is a private tour activity. Only your group will participate
  • On board WI-FI
  • Horse ride before the “Siq”
  • Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
  • Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side pick up and drop off
  • Classic 2 hours 4 x 4 jeep visit with local Bedouin driver/guide
  • All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
  • All type of beverages
  • All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver/and Bedouin Guide) – Recommended
  • Personal Expenses
  • Anything else not mentioned

What to expect

  1. Petra - Wadi Musa
    2h
    Meet your driver at your Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side, and relax as you travel to the spectacular rock city of Petra, hewn by the Nabataeans along trade routes 2,000 years ago. Once here, meet up with a local guide and set off to explore this UNESCO Heritage listed wonder Petra Red Rose Nabatean City
  2. Siq
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Make your way through the “Siq”, the 1-mile (1.5 kilometer) entrance gorge, and marvel at the magnificent Treasury “Al-Khazneh”, where it’s believed many riches were hidden. Then, explore Petra's other wonders, like the Amphitheater, the Royal Tombs, and the Byzantine Church as your guide shares their history.
  3. Petra - Wadi Musa
    2h
    After around two hours of exploring, enjoy free time, and lunch on your own expense. If time permits you can climb up the Monastery on your own or the High Place of Sacrifice: a clifftop altar that was once used for animal sacrifices and other ceremonies. Return to Petra’s entrance and rejoin your private vehicle and driver. Wadi Rum by private, air-conditioned vehicle
  4. Wadi Rum Protected Area
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Wadi Rum by private, air-conditioned vehicle. Next, continue to Wadi Rum Desert Valley of Moon, where the movies The Martian and Star Wars were filmed. This vast chunk of desert mountains, valleys, cliffs, and rocks is known for its ever-changing pink-and-red colors, Bedouin settlements, and connections with T.E. Lawrence, also known as World War I's “Lawrence of Arabia”. On arrival, enjoy a roughly 2-hour tour by 4x4 local jeep. Trundle around the canyons and cliffs, and absorb the timeless scenery. See landmarks including the Seven Pillars of Wisdom Rocks named after Lawrence’s autobiography, and view some of the valley's pre-Christian rock carvings. Sip mint tea in a Bedouin tent. Then, journey back to Wadi Araba Border, where your day trip ends with crossing to the other side.

    Please note it is recommended to bring hats, sun protection, and comfortable shoes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

After disembarking from the ship, the assembly meeting point is at the pier. The representative will be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

End point

After disembarking from the ship, the assembly meeting point is at the pier. The representative will be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
  • Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
  • Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
  • Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
  • Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Cancellation policy

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