3 – Day Tour to Petra & Wadi Rum | ||
Join us on an incredible adventure across Jordan’s prominent locations, including the ancient city of Petra, which was carved into the mountains over 2,000 years ago. See the beautiful architecture and sculptures of the Treasury, Monastery, and other historical places. A 4×4 jeep drive in Wadi Rum will show you the natural splendor of the desert. See ancient inscriptions and engravings as well as towering rock formations, arches, and sand dunes. Enjoy Bedouin hospitality with a traditional meal in a Bedouin camp, followed by a spectacular sunset over the desert. |
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Tour overview: | ||
This 3 – day tour is appropriate for visitors arriving in Aqaba City by any entrance point, including Aqaba Airport, Sharm El Sheikh, Taba, Aqaba Port, Amman and Saudi borders. | ||
Tour Highlights | ||
Petra visitor center, The Siq, The Treasury, Facades Streets, The Theater, The Royal Tombs, Petra Church, The City Centre, Roman Road and Petra Basin, Lawrence springs, Wadi Rum, Al Khazali canyon, inscriptions, Thamudic, Nabatean people, Lawrence of Arabia | ||
Itinerary | ||
Day 1: Petra Your experience begins in Aqaba, where we will transport you to Petra, an ancient city cut into the rock over 2,000 years ago. See the renowned Treasury, Monastery, and other ancient places’ magnificent architecture and sculptures. |
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Day 2: Free Day in Petra You will have free time on the second day of the program to see Petra (without guide but entrance fees are included). Climb the stairs to the Monastery and see the magnificent view across the Wadi Araba, then visit the High Place of Sacrifice, Wadi Farasa, Lions Fountain, Garden Temple, Soldier Tombs, Petra Museum, and return to your accommodation in Petra for the night. |
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Day 3: Wadi Rum On the third day of the excursion, you will visit the magnificent Wadi Rum desert, which has been featured in countless films. See towering rock formations and ancient inscriptions on a 4×4 jeep excursion to discover the beauty of this unique region. You’ll get a taste of Bedouin hospitality with a traditional meal in a Bedouin tent, followed by a spectacular sunset over the desert. |
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Lodging and accommodation options: | ||
Some camps and hotels are recommended; other optional requests are available upon request, depending to availability and at an additional fee. | ||
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Site topography: | ||
The sites are scattered out across a large region at various places and heights, therefore excellent walking shoes are required.
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Walking distance | ||
The distance from the Visitor Center to the Basin in Petra is 4.2 kilometers (2.6 miles), and the same distance walking back to the Main Gate. | ||