Petra, Jordan from Eilat – 1 Day Tour
- Duration
1 day - Departure days
Every Day - Languages
English, French, German, Russian, Spanish
Overview
Explore the beautiful historical and archaeological city of Petra – its rock-cut architecture and red-colored structures. Tour this UNESCO World Heritage city as your knowledgeable tour guide will fill you in on the fascinating history of Petra. Petra was the capital of the Nabataean civilization, the city was established in 312BC and it played a pivotal role in the trade route between Egypt and the far east.
Highlights
- Spend the day exploring the beautiful historical and archaeological city of Petra
- The tour travels along the scenic Desert Highway en route to the ancient city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Pass through the dramatic Siq into Petra where the structures were carved out of red cliffs earning it the name, Rose City
- Take a brief tour through Aqaba, Jordan’s Red Sea port city
- Return to Eilat (other drop-off points available on request, payment not included)
Itinerary: Petra, Jordan from Eilat - 1 Day Tour
- 7:00 am: Pick up in Eilat Airport and hotels. Head east to “Arava” border.
- 8:00 am: Cross “Arava” border & Arrival to Jordan. Please note this process may take some time.
- 9:00 am: Take the “Desert Highway” to Petra.
- 11:30 am: Visit Petra – Guided tour in The Pink City.
- 3:30 pm: Get lunch at an authentic local restaurant.
- 4:30 pm: Head south to Aqaba and admire Wadi Rum National Park.
- 6:30 pm: Visit Aqaba. If time permits, we will be taking a short panoramic tour of the city.
- 7:00 pm: Cross “Arava” border & Arrival to Israel.
- 7:30 pm: Drop off at Eilat Airport and hotels.
Schedule is subject to change.
To see all available pickup hotels, please click “book now” and choose the desired date and city.
What to expect
The tour begins when you are picked up from your Eilat hotel and swiftly taken across the border into Jordan and onto the Desert Highway. While on the scenic route through the desert landscape you can see the morning sun casting a slow moving shadow across the Jebel Mountains. The landscape slowly changes as we get closer to Wadi Rum, the valley cut out of granite and sandstone.
We arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage city of Petra and your knowledgeable tour guide will fill you in on the fascinating history of Petra. Petra was the capital of the Nabataean civilization, the city was established in 312BC and it played a pivotal role in the trade route between Egypt and the East.
The Siq is a 1.2km long, narrow entrance to the city flanked on both sides by high red rock “walls.” You can choose to walk or go on horseback along the first 200 meters of the Siq gorge.
As you approach the end of the Siq, the majestic Treasury towers before you. The Treasury is one of the beautiful buildings carved out of the red stone cliffs along the city’s central Colonnade Street.
We take our time exploring the ancient city and marveling at the incredible craftsmanship of the architects who created Petra out of stone. Temples, houses, tombs and altars are carved out of the red sandstone cliffs of Petra.
The complex city once bustled with 20,000 Nabataean residents and traders, and luckily the regional climate and the remoteness of the location safeguarded the lost city of Petra until it was rediscovered.
TOUR LANGUAGES BY DAY
PICKUP CITIES AND PRICES
Additional Notes
- What to bring and wear: Passport, good walking shoes, water, head covering and cool clothing in summer, very warm clothing in winter.
- Pick up is available from all hotels and guesthouses in Eilat as well as from the central bus station and airport.
- Rates include: pick-up and drop-off in Eilat, meeting and assistance at border crossing in both directions, transport, tour guides, entrance fees to Petra for one day tour, lunch.
- Age: 4+
Rates do not include:
- $62 cash for border fees ($46 without the pickup and assistance at the border), subject to valid currency exchange rate and local revisions, gratuities, personal expenses, personal insurance.
- Your visa to Jordan will cost an additional $65. You can purchase your visa upfront at any Jordanian embassy. In case you purchase it at the border you will have to pay in cash, preferably in US dollars. You can also pay in Israeli shekels but you will not receive an optimum exchange rate.
- Other languages are available in Petra for an additional $90 per booking and with advance notice.
- Departs from Tel Aviv is available for an additional $200 per person.
Cancellation Policy
- No refunds will be provided for no-shows or cancellations on the day of travel
- No refunds for tours that include flights and accommodation
- Payments by credit card or PayPal incur an additional 4% credit card commission fee
Have questions about this tour?
FAQ about Petra, Jordan from Eilat - 1 Day Tour
Can I bring along my luggage on the tour?
Yes, you can bring your luggage with you on the tour for no additional cost, it will be stored in the trunk of the van or bus during the tour.
Please be advised as we do not take any responsibility for any damage or loss of luggage.
It is recommended that you let us know that you are travelling with luggage.
Can I be dropped-off at a different city from where I was picked-up from?
Drop-off locations are only at Eilat.
Can I get picked-up and dropped-off at my hotel?
Yes. when booking, you can select the hotel you are staying in to be picked-up and dropped-off.
If you are not staying at a hotel, you can choose a hotel closest from you in the list provided when booking.
What languages is the tour in, and how do I choose?
The languages for the tours are: English, French, Spanish and German. The days in which these languages are available are found in the tour itinerary above.
When booking, you are able to select the language you want, and it will show you which days it is available.
What choices do I have for lunch?
Lunch at an authentic local Jordanian restaurant will be included on tour, but it will be late in the day, so we recommend having breakfast before the tour.
Is there a tour discount for children or students?
Yes, for both children under the age of 12, and students (with a valid student card) receive a 10% discount. This is automatically applied when booking.
How long will the day tour take?
The tour is approximately 12 hours long.
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