Tour of Petra, Monastery and Little Petra

This trip, led by knowledgeable experts, takes you on an exciting trip through some of the most appealing and secluded areas of this historic city.
Our hiking journey begins in Petra, where you may see the famed Treasury and the magnificent Siq canyon. Hiking through Petra’s twisting pathways will reveal secret tombs, temples, and other historic monuments that have been maintained for thousands of years.
We’ll next proceed to the Monastery, one of Petra’s most recognizable monuments.
This amazing temple was cut into the high cliffs of Petra more than 2,000 years ago, and it still stands as a tribute to the Nabateans’ engineering and architectural brilliance. You’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys as you trek up the steep stairs to the Monastery.
Finally, we’ll take a detour to see the charming settlement of Little Petra. This secluded location is home to beautiful rock formations and exquisite engravings that have survived for generations. You’ll navigate through tiny gorges and over steep slopes to get to the center of Little Petra, where you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding environment.
Our expert tour guides will pass on their knowledge of the history, culture, and geology of Petra, Little Petra, and the Monastery during the trip. You’ll discover about the Nabateans’ daily lives, their extraordinary engineering and architectural feats, and the natural forces that produced this incredible terrain.
Our hiking tour of Petra, Little Petra, and the Monastery is the ideal way to appreciate this ancient city’s beauty and majesty.
Book your trip today and enjoy the enchantment of Petra from a whole new angle!

Tour overview

This Private Hiking Tour in Petra begins and finishes at Wadi Musa, and pick-up arrangements may be made from your house or any of the Wadi Musa hotels.

Tour Highlights

Back Road from Little Petra’s Siq Al Barid to the Monastery.

The program includes

Meet and pick up from your hotel in Wadi Mousa.
Transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
English-speaking guide.
Entrance fees to the sites.
Lunch.

The program does not include

Personal travel Insurance expenses.
Tips / gratuities.
Government tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
Optional excursions and activities (are subject to availability).
Any beverages with meals, unless mentioned and upon request.
Carriages and camel rides.
Extra costs due to unanticipated changes in the itinerary for reasons beyond our control.
Any other items not listed in the “includes”.

Tour options

Optional activities are subject to availability.
Optional private or onsite local guides.
Guides in languages other than English are available upon request and subject to availability.
Optional special private vehicles are available upon request.

Changes overview

The itinerary may change due to unanticipated circumstances, factors beyond our control, or at the guide’s discretion.

Important notes

Staying Healthy
The time frame for this tour is approximate and subject to change according to the client’s preference.
The tour itinerary is subject to change due to factors beyond our control and event of unforeseen circumstances or at the guide’s discretion.
In the event of an increase in fuel prices, Via Jordan Travel & Tours reserves the right to raise the prices for its services without prior notice.
Optional excursions and activities are subject to availability.
Optional special private vehicles available upon request.
Copies of your passports are required in advance to issue port permits (if needed).
You need to take your passport or a good quality photocopy of it with you.
Reservations made less than 20 working days before the start of the service may be subject to change.
Your booking is confirmed only upon the provision of 50% prepayment.
Using sufficient amount of sun protection lotion is essential for avoiding sun burn.

Dress Code

Dress appropriately for the weather.
In order to protect oneself from the blazing summer heat, you should use caps, sunscreen lotion, and loose, cool clothing.

Site topography

The sites are scattered out across a large region at various places and heights, therefore excellent walking shoes are required.

Walking distance

This tour expects you to hike 6 kilometers in 5 hours, so sneakers are suggested.