Petra Full-Day Excursion: Discover the ancient city's historic wonders from Amman

Embark on a full-day excursion to Petra from Amman and immerse yourself in the wonders of this ancient city. Explore the rock city, marvel at the Treasury, and discover the rich history of the Nabatean capital. Book now!

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Amman - You will depart from the selected place of pickup and start your 3-hour drive (approximately) towards the Petra site in an air-conditioned vehicle and will have one stop to take a break on the way.
  • Petra - Wadi Musa - Once you arrive at the visitor center in Petra, the driver will assist with the purchase of your tickets and a local guide (optional) if you are interested in more information about the architecture and history of the area.
  • Petra - Wadi Musa - Petra was first established around the 6th century B.C. by the Nabataean Arabs, a nomadic tribe that settled in the area and laid the foundations of a commercial empire that extended into Syria. Upon arrival, you will begin the trip on horseback to the canyon to the so-called Siq, and then by foot to the most beautiful monument: the Treasury. Among other monuments you will see are the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs, and Pharaoh’s Castle. Petra was also chosen to be one of the New 7 Wonders of the world.
  • Petra Visitors Center - At the end of the tour, your guide ( If Hired ) will escort you to the meeting point for your journey back to Amman. Expect about a 3-hour journey back to Amman.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Onboard water
  • Wi-Fi onboard
  • English-speaking driver
  • Petra Local Guide for 2 Hours ( If Option Selected )
  • Admission Fees ( If Option Selected )
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating 10-hour journey to Petra that takes you back in time! This voyage kickstarts in the morning with a pick-up from the hotel of your choice before cruising three hours down the Deseret highway to reach the breathtaking ancient rock city of Petra. This illustrious old city was once the nexus of Arabian trading paths during the Nabatean reign.
Secure your entry passes to Petra at the Visitor Center, where the option to hire a local guide is also available, and prepare to lose yourself in the grandeur of this archaeological treasure. Traverse the Siq, a slim canyon offering awe-inspiring views of the vibrant sandstone, culminating at the magnificent treasury. Wander along the Street of Facades towards the Royal Tombs, the theater, and Qasr Al Bint.
Once you finish exploring Petra, the driver will await you at the Visitor Center, ready to commence the return journey to Amman or the Amman airport.

  • Purchase the Jordan Pass in advance for discounted entry and access to other Jordanian attractions.
  • Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven terrain and stairs.
  • Be mindful of time constraints and prioritize your must-see sights.
  • Enjoy the local experience by interacting with vendors and learning about Jordanian culture.
Location
Amman
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ahsanf2020
Aug 20, 2024
Amazing Petra - It was amazing I recommend if you want to see Mars on earth go and check Wadi Rum and Amazing Petra I don’t believe amazing people
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Allyson_m
Aug 1, 2024
Great day with Anas - I had a wonderful day trip to Petra, with much of the thanks going to my excellent driver, Anas. Not only did he get me there and back, but he was knowledgeable and happy to show me some bonus sights I didn't even know I wanted to see (mountaintop view of the valley? Yes, please!) He was happy to talk when I wanted to talk and happy to listen to music when I was tired at the end of the day. I was admittedly a bit nervous to get too far from Amman as a solo female traveler, but I felt completely safe with Anas and the amazing tips that he gave me for my trip. Highly recommended!
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2allysonm
Jul 30, 2024
Amazing Day Thanks to Anas - I thoroughly enjoyed my trip to Petra, which was only made better by my great driver, Anas. He didn’t mind if I wanted to chat or if we just listened to music for a bit. He really took the extra time to show me some sights I hadn’t even known about to want to see, and he was full of knowledge and tips. I was a bit worried getting so far from Amman as a solo female traveler, but Anas gave me the info to be perfectly confident. Highly recommended.
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Ritamantuano
Jul 17, 2024
Petra is amazing - Petra is really magical. I'll be back one day if I can. Unforgettable. As far as the team that took us, I can only make compliments. The driver Guide was super punctual, did not know Things to do to please us. Cold water all the time along the way, typical Jordanian delicacies and the sympathy of someone who likes what he does. The Guide who walked with us, spoke very well Spanish and was very fun walking with him. Clear and interesting explanations. I admit
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Stephen_m
Jun 25, 2024
A First-Class Way to Visit Petra - I knew that going to Petra from Amman and returning that same day would be a long day (about 11 hours round trip, including the Petra tour). I trusted Viator to make it go smoothly, and everything worked out extremely well on this private tour. My driver Anas spoke excellent English and was very personable and a great host on the 3.5 hour drives to and from Petra -- pointing out noteworthy sites along the way, introducing me to Middle Eastern music, food, and culture, and taking various roads so that I could see different parts of Jordan's beautiful landscape. By the end, we were friends. At Petra, my tour guide Omar was outstanding -- incredibly knowledgeable about all aspects of the site's history -- engineering, religion, politics of the time, etc. His English was also excellent, and he took plenty of time to explain what we were seeing as walked unhurriedly through this fascinating place and took many photos. I highly recommend both Anas and Omar and the overall experience arranged by Viator.
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Iainj78
Jun 20, 2024
Amazing with Anas - Anas was amazing he took the time to show me additional sites and explain a lot about the country as well as Petra itself. Great company to be with. 👍
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Francis_a
Jun 6, 2024
Unbelievable!!!! - Breathtakingly unforgettable. Walking through the almost 4 mile hike was almost a spiritual journey. Pictures in media is just 10% of how it really is in person.
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P7998jisamuelv
Jun 5, 2024
The magic of petra - It was a great experience, it is a wonderful and very impressive place, the transfer was super comfortable, quiet and our driver Anas guided us and helped us with everything, 100% recommended.
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Morfeen131
Jun 4, 2024
Unforgettable Experience. - Shadi did an amazing job of taking us to the site as well as give us tidbits of information regarding the history of Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum and Wadi Musa
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Dan
May 30, 2024
Anas our driver…incredible!!! - Anas Abu was incredible as a driver and companion during our trip. We had several experiences with him throughout our two weeks in Jordan. He was extremely dependable, helpful in figuring things out as we do not speak Arabic, and highlighted different points of interest during our various drives. We highly recommend Anas and will use his services again the next time we visit Jordan, our thanks in making our trip truly memorable!
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