Petra Tour from Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem by Bus

Take a full day tour from Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem to the iconic UNESCO city of Petra, Jordan. The tour begins when you are picked up early in the morning from either Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem. The tour bus proceeds south past the Dead Sea and through the Aravah Valley. The bus reaches the Aravah Border Crossing at Eilat, Israel’s southernmost city on the edge of the Red Sea. We cross into Jordan and travel along the Desert Highway passed breathtaking scenery to Petra. You have the option to enter Petra on horseback or by foot. You are given a guided tour of Petra by a knowledgeable local guide. See the highlights of the Petra’s rock-carved structures created over 2,000 years ago including temples, tombs and monuments. We make our return journey, pausing at several observation points along the way through Wadi Rum. Time permitting we will have a brief panoramic tour of Aqaba, Jordan’s Red Sea city before crossing back into Israel and returning to Jerusalem or Tel-Aviv.

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Petra Archaeological Park

Take a full day tour from Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem to the iconic UNESCO city of Petra, Jordan. The tour begins when you are picked up early in the morning from either Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem. The tour bus proceeds south past the Dead Sea and through the Aravah Valley. The bus reaches the Aravah Border Crossing at Eilat, Israel’s southernmost city on the edge of the Red Sea...

                    
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From Tel Aviv	Pick up time 03:20	Price $340
From Jerusalem	Pick up time 03:45	Price $340

From Tel Aviv

Pick up time 03:20

Price per person:

Price: $340

From Jerusalem

Pick up time 03:45

Price per person:

Price: $340

This full day tour from Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem to Petra, Jordan sets off in the early hours of the morning. You are picked up at convenient pick-up points in Tel-Aviv or Jerusalem and travel south in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus. Driving past the Dead Sea, Masada and through the Aravah Valley we see the sun rise. We reach Eilat, Israel’s southernmost city on the shore of the Red Sea and make our way to the Aravah border crossing. Our representative will help with the border crossing into Jordan.
Once in Jordan the tour takes you along the Desert Highway past stunning desert scenery which takes on many shades of red, god and brown in the morning sunlight. On arrival at Petra we enter through the Siq, a 1,200m-long narrow gorge flaked by towering rock cliffs. You have the option of entering Petra on foot or horseback as merchants did over 2,000 years ago.
In Petra you will be given an in-depth tour by a knowledgeable guide who will show you the highlights of this ancient city and fill you in about Petra’s history. The city of Petra was built by the Nabataean people in the 1st century BC. They carved their buildings out of the pink-hued rock cliffs creating intricately decorated facades. Thanks to their ingenious water gathering system the Nabataeans of Petra managed to survive and even prosper in the harsh desert environment. Petra became an important haven along the ancient trade route from the Arabian Peninsula and at its peak Petra was home to 20,000 people. Your Petra guide will show you sites like the Treasury; obelisk; tombs; colonnaded street and ancient Roman amphitheatre.
After lunch at an authentic local eatery we begin our return journey stopping at several observation points in Wadi Rum, a desert wilderness with dramatic rock formations that once enchanted Lawrence of Arabia. Time permitting we may fit in a brief panoramic tour of Aqaba, Jordan’s only Red Sea port city. The tour draws to an end as we cross back into Israel and return to Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem.

The tour includes:

Pick-up and drop-off service from selected hotels in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
A fully qualified and licensed Jordanian tour guide
Entrance fees to Petra
Lunch in an authentic local restaurant
Transport by a modern air-conditioned vehicle

The tour does not include:

Visa issuing and border fees: $125 for visa issuing and fees; $65 for travelers with valid visa stamp
Health insurance

Notes:

Tour operates in English. Other languages available for extra cost with advanced notice
Valid passport is essential. Passport details are required for tour reservation process
Travelers of certain nationalities require advance issue of visa. For more information please contact us
Border crossing includes border control and customs, this process may take up to an hour
We recommend that you wear warm clothing in winter; a hat in summer and comfortable walking shoes
Lunch will be late so we recommend that you have breakfast before departure

Cancellation fee of 4% charged for notification up to 2 days in advance.
Cancellation fee of 25% charged for notification up to 1 days in advance.
Cancellation fee of 100% charged for notification on the day of the tour.
Non Show - 100% Cancellation fees

What languages are Petra tours guided in?

Petra tours are guided in English. There is an option for other languages at an additional fee.

What are the regulations for Jordanian visas?

Tourists crossing the border into Jordan from Israel are required to have a visa. The tour company will assist you in the border crossing process. Please note: not all nationalities are eligible to receive a Jordanian visa at the border! Certain nationalities require an entry visa to be obtained prior to travel. Please check with the Jordanian diplomatic mission in your country well in advance to ensure that you have all the necessary documents. Visa is each traveler's personal responsibility, and it is recommended that plenty of time is allowed for visas to be applied for. No refund will be given for nationals of the countries requiring prior visa clearance who do not have their visas pre-arranged at Jordanian embassy or consulate abroad before arrival.

Countries requiring prior visa clearance:

Europe:
Albania, Macedonia, Moldavia.

Africa:
Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameron, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Djibouti, Equatorial Ghana, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea -Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zaire, Zambia.

Asia:
Afghanistan, Bangaldesh, Cambodia, Iran, Iraq, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, Vietnam.

South America:
Belize, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic.

Are there additional administrative costs involved in crossing the border (e.g. border tax/ visa)?

Yes. The Jordanian authorities charge $60 border tax and $65 for the visa

What does the Petra tour include?

The tour includes pick-up/drop-off service; entrance to Petra; lunch and a guided tour by a local guide.

Can I bring my suitcase with me?

Absolutely, we can store your suitcase in the luggage compartment of the vehicle.

How long before the flight to Eilat should I be at the airport?

You should be at the airport 1.5hrs before the fight departure time. The exact fight details can be found in the voucher which is sent to you immediately after making the booking.

Where will I be picked-up for the tour?

For tours to Petra from Eilat, one of our representatives will pick you up from your hotel or from one of our pick-up points.

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