Tour Type: Tour Package
Duration: 3 Days
Departure days: Every Day
Languages: English, Spanish

Overview

This 3-day Petra tour from Eilat offers beautiful Middle Eastern views, the fabulous beaches of Aqaba, the iconic city of Petra - one of the Seven New Wonders of the World - and a thrilling jeep safari in Wadi Rum.

Take a ride in a cutting-edge tour bus from Eilat, then quickly cross the border into the Kingdom of Jordan. Begin your adventure with a visit to Mamluk Castle, a fortress overlooking the border nexus of Aqaba Bay. Then enjoy free time to explore the seaside city of Aqaba, and enjoy beach activities such as boating+snorkeling, and a private beach. 

Next, you'll take an exciting jeep tour of Wadi Rum, a unique desert wilderness with a lunar-looking landscape and an opportunity to snap some awesome photos. Some of the best Star Wars movies were shot here, and you'll see why.

After an authentic and relaxing night in a real Bedouin camp, You'll head for Petra. This remarkable city was carved out of the red-hued desert cliffs 2,300 years ago, and its temples and tombs await you - starting with the famous Petra Treasury

See the enigmatic Djinn Blocks and the striking Obelisk Tomb, Walk in the footsteps of monarchs to the Royal Tombs, and take excellent shots of the Nabatean Theater from between the impressive columns. 

After a night in a great hotel right next to Petra, you'll have a whole day of scouting, hiking, intriguing local cuisine, and more. This is your chance to visit the fabulous Great Temple of Petra, and the Petra Monastery - a massive structure of rare brilliance, located at the end of a cliff trail with incredible views. 

Tour Overview

You'll start within the city of Aqaba, and walk through its kaleidoscopic, scenic little alleys. Then go to Mamluk Castle – a 16th-century fortress, offering stunning scenery; in a single glance, you'll see Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia.

Then, you'll have free time to enjoy beach activities such as boating+snorkeling, and have fun at a prestigious, private beach with a pool and a Jacuzzi. 

Next, we'll head out to explore the fantastic Wadi Rum – a desert wilderness known as the "Valley of the Moon" – from the back of a powerful Jeep. 

This outstanding tour will take you through the unique landscape, which is out of this world: The photos you'll snap will look like they were taken on a Star Wars set - both "The Rise of Skywalker" and "Rogue One" were filmed here (And for lovers of classics: "Lawrence of Arabia"). 

See famous rock formations such as the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and learn about the exciting geology around you.

Finish the Jeep Safari at daylight's end, not before experiencing the unforgettable Wadi Rum sunset.

Overnight stay: Wadi Rum

Traveling along the Desert Highway we pass breathtaking desert and mountain scenery you won't forget. When we arrive in Petra you can choose to enter the city on foot or on horseback.

The Lost Nabatean capital is a magnificent archaeological site dating back about 2,300 years - and its most impressive structures were all carved out of the red-hued rock cliffs.

Here you will travel through the Siq, a beautiful smooth gorge that serpentines all the way to the famous Petra Treasury with its exquisite decorations.

See the captivating Obelisk Tomb, explore the Petra Theater and learn about forgotten times, take unique pictures, and marvel at the intricately decorated shrines as you walk down Petra’s ancient colonnaded street.

Overnight stay: Petra

After breakfast, you’ll have the day to explore and discover Petra to your heart’s content. 

The prime attraction Is Al Dayr - The Petra Monastery. This incredible structure is located on a nearby hill, and the way there is stunning.

Then enjoy mesmerizing landmarks such as the Petra Great Temple with its columns and decorations, see the ancient Byzantine Church, visit Qasr Al Bint Temple - thought to be a palace built for the biblical Pharaoh's daughter, and check out the Mysterious Urn Tomb

Find handmade gifts at the local Bedouin Market, hike along the towering cliffs, and take amazing pictures of the entire site. Many visitors like to finish their day at the Petra Museum, to learn how these splendid relics shaped Nabatean culture over time. 

Highlights

Guaranteed departure - makes your trip planning much easier and gives you complete peace of mind
Combine your trip to Israel with Petra and Wadi Rum in Jordan
Join the tour and enjoy a high-quality touring experience for a fair price
Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned and well-equipped vehicle
A Night of Glamping in an authentic Bedouin camp
Explore the beautiful Wadi Rum and take an awesome Jeep Safari tour
Visit the Incredible Lost Nabataean City of Petra
2 fully guided tour days with a local, qualified, and licensed tour guide plus a free day of exploration
Authentic Lunch and Dinner, including special Bedouin Grill

Availability

M T W T F S S
English
Spanish

Accommodations and Prices

Wadi Rum
1 Nights
Address: Wadi Rum
Petra
1 Nights
Address: Wadi Musa
  • The price shown is per person in double room.
  • A single supplement of 80 will apply for choosing 1 adult.
  • High Season supplement will apply in Holidays and Summer Time.
  • The hotels might be replaced with similar ones due to lack of availability.
$399
PER PERSON
Wadi Rum
1 Nights
Address: Wadi Rum
Petra
1 Nights
Address: Wadi Musa
  • The price shown is per person in double room.
  • A single supplement of 225 will apply for choosing 1 adult.
  • High Season supplement will apply in Holidays and Summer Time.
  • The hotels might be replaced with similar ones due to lack of availability.
$559
PER PERSON
Wadi Rum
1 Nights
Address: Wadi Rum
Petra
1 Nights
  • The price shown is per person in double room.
  • A single supplement of 240 will apply for choosing 1 adult.
  • High Season supplement will apply in Holidays and Summer Time.
  • The hotels might be replaced with similar ones due to lack of availability.
$619
PER PERSON

Additional Information

The Tour Includes:

  • A fully qualified and licensed Jordanian tour guide
  • Overnight accommodation in Wadi Rum (HB) and Petra (BB)  
  • Entrance fees to Petra
  • Lunch in an authentic local restaurant on the second day
  • Transport by a modern air-conditioned vehicle

The Tour Does Not Include:

  • Visa issuing and border fees
  • Health insurance
  • Beverage
  • Optional boating and private beach fees in Aqaba

Notes: 

  • This 3-day Petra tour from Eilat operates in English. Other languages are available for an additional cost; contact us for details. 
  • Be punctual; don't be late to the designated pick-up location (we recommend arriving 15 minutes earlier)
  • Border crossing includes border control and customs, a process that may take up to an hour.
  • A valid passport is essential. Passport details are required for the tour reservation process.
  • Holders of Israeli passports must use them at every border crossing during the tour.
  • Travelers of certain nationalities will require visas in advance. See the complete list in the FAQ section.
  • Be prepared to pay the border fees (USD/EU/NIS) directly to the Jordanian border authorities. Have the exact amount ready to avoid any inconvenience; Fees will be $65 upon border crossing and $15 as you return to Israel.
  • Don't forget your swimsuit: Optional beach activities in Aqaba include a 3-hour boat tour and snorkeling (extra $75), or entrance to a private beach area with a pool and a Jacuzzi ($25). 
  • Special Events: The archeological park offers a special activity - Petra By Night - a dazzling candlelight spectacle that takes place on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 20:30 in front of the Treasury. You can sign up for it at the park, for $25. 
  • This 3-day Petra tour from Eilat will have a late Lunch on the first day, so we recommend that you have breakfast before departure.
  • You'll have some free time on the second day to enjoy the park's attractions at your own pace and plan your third day.
  • We recommend that you wear warm clothing in winter, a hat in summer, and comfortable walking shoes.
  • This 3-day Petra tour from Eilat isn't suitable for children under 2.
  • Booking is subject to terms and conditions

Cancellation Policy

  • 4% charge for notification up to 2 days or more before the start time of the tour.
  • 100% charge for notification of a day or less before the start time of the tour.

FAQ

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

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, which could take over an hour. While making its best to speed up the procedure, the company isn't responsible for rare, unexpected delays.  

Please note: not all nationalities are eligible to receive a Jordanian visa at the border! Some nationalities require an entry visa to be obtained before travel. Make sure to contact the Jordanian diplomatic mission in your country well in advance to receive the necessary approvals, if you are of the following nationalities:

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, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zaire, and Zambia.

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

South and Central America:
Belize and Cuba. 

For more details: Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Jordan

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

The tour includes transportation from the departure point to the border and to Petra and back; entrance to Petra; lunch, and a guided tour by a local guide. If your tour includes Wadi Rum as well, it will also include accommodations: a night of glamping in an awesome Bedouine desert resort. If you also stay a night at Petra, your tour will include a lovely hotel right next to the Petra Archeological Park.