Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat: Explore Ancient Monuments and Enjoy Free Traditional Lunch

Embark on a full-day tour from Eilat to Petra, exploring ancient monuments and enjoying a free traditional lunch. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site and marvel at the stunning views of the colorful wilderness. Guaranteed departure and hotel pick-up included.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Eilat - Swiftly cross the border to Jordan, and embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive through the stunning and unspoiled desert terrain to the Lost City of Petra.

  • Petra Archaeological Park - The renowned lost city, carved out of red-colored rock cliffs by the Nabataean civilization over 2,300 years ago, awaits you.

As you journey through Petra, you’ll encounter the enigmatic Djin blocks, which were once used to shelter desert spirits and marvel at the exquisite Obelisk Tomb.

Walk through the colorful Siq gorge until you reach the awe-inspiring Petra Treasury, a grand temple adorned with intricate decorations. Explore the Petra Royal Tombs, channel your inner Indiana Johns, and snap some incredible pics at the ancient Nabatean Theater.

  • Eilat - The return journey will be equally breathtaking as you take in more dazzling views of the wilderness.
What's Included
  • Border crossing assistance and guidance
  • Entrance fees to Petra
  • Transport by a modern air-conditioned vehicle
  • A fully qualified and licensed, English speaking, Jordanian tour guide
  • Lunch in an authentic local restaurant
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off service
What's Not Included
  • Health insurance
  • Beverages
  • Visa and Border fees: $125
Additional Information

Explore the rock-carved ancient monuments of the amazing lost city of Petra on a full 1-day tour from Tel Aviv. Discover mysterious tombs like Indiana Johns, Learn about this UNESCO World Heritage Site, and get stunning views of the colorful wilderness!

  • Guaranteed departure
  • Combine your vacation in Israel with the unforgettable Nabataean Lost City of Petra
  • Join the tour from your hotel in Eilat and enjoy an awesome experience for a fair price
  • Ride to Petra in comfort, in an advanced, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Enjoy A fully guided day of adventure with a local professional guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off; end your trip back in your hotel
  • Tour operates in English. Other languages are available for an additional cost; contact us for details
  • 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 (Details: the Jordanian Ministry of interior).
  • Be prepared to pay $125 in cash (USD/EU/NIS) directly to the Jordanian border authorities, for visa issuing and border fees. Have the exact amount ready to avoid any inconvenience. Travelers who possess a valid visa stamp or do not require a visa will pay $65.
  • This tour will have a late Lunch, so we recommend that you have breakfast before departure.
  • Wear warm clothing in winter, a hat in summer and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 2.
  • Departure time and place are strict; don’t be late to the designated pick-up location (we recommend arriving 15 minutes earlier).
Location
Eilat
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Relax27982965307
Sep 3, 2023
Must see place - Amazing tour, great guide, kind service. Everything was well organized. Petra is definitely a place to visit if you have a day or two during your trip in Israel.
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Joicys46
Aug 7, 2023
Amazing trip - The tour guide was very good he has a lot of knowledge and he is very nice. and the experience was amazing.
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Blainski
Aug 3, 2023
Amazing - The visit in Petra was amazing! Guider was very attentive and friendly, explained very well and walked a good path together sharing interesting information. Also the driver was very careful. The bus is also clear and comfortable. Great attendance since book until after tour!! It would worth to spend longer time in Jordan!
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Ramimoreidereh
Aug 2, 2023
Great experience! - Had an amazing trip to Petra with Bein Harim tours. The bus came on time and the bus ride was fun and easy. Great guide and awesome overall experience.
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Raja8888
Jul 9, 2023
Day Trip to Petra - I did the one day tour of Petra from Eilat. I usually avoid tours because of the size and rigidness of schedule but doing this trip solo was just gonna be too much of a hassle with all the touts/language barrier etc so I opted for a tour. I’m glad I did because the day was effortless and relaxing. Only pushy salespeople at Petra itself. From my hotel in Eilat I was picked up in a van along with four other participants. We were driven to the border crossing and aided by Ramzi who expedited the additional visa/exit fees, $140. From there we made our way through immigration and were met up with Fadi, our guide for the day. Here we also met up with a bus load of other participants coming from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. It was a large group but Fadi was great. You can tell he’s passionate about his job and introducing Petra, his hometown, to us. We were told about the history of the site during our ride to Petra. There was a nice break to deprive us of some $ at a souvenir shop but that was expected. We were given about two hours at Petra this included about a 60-75 minute tour from the entrance to the Treasury by Fadi who did a wonderful job at keeping me entertained. There was about 45 mins to wander independently before meeting at Sandstone restaurant for our lunch buffet. I made it as far as the amphitheater before I turned around and headed to the resto. I think a day is sufficient at Petra unless you arrive on a day that also has the night candle entry. If so I’d stay o/n and do the night entry in the evening and come back to Petra the following day and explore it further to the monastery. Buffet lunch was ok with typical appetizers of the region and three meat dishes along with a very mushy vegetarian spaghetti entree. Only one small plastic cup of water was provided but you can purchase more beverages. Return to the border back to Israel was straightforward. We made another pit stop for a coffee/watermelon break and more souvenirs. For me the standout was Fadi, which is why I’m giving it 5/5. Otherwise, I think the tour would merit 3.5/5.
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R6685fvroym
May 17, 2023
Petra from Eilat - This tour allowed us to see one of the world's most iconic landmarks. The pickup in Eilat was on time and the border crossing to Jordan was quick, we didn't have to deal with the bureaucracy, as the company representative does it all for you. Our guide Muhammad was amazing. Well done!
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Apr 20, 2023
Highly recommend tour - Great tour if you are looking to visit Petra during your visit in Israel. If you have more time, I would suggest taking the two day tour. The operation went great, we were lucky to have an amazing guide, the site is stunning.
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Roeil2019
Apr 20, 2023
Best trip I've had - This tour was a remarkable experience. The guide was knowledgeable and professional, and the tour was well organized. We explored the stunning Royal tombs, Petra theater, The treasury of Petra and a few more breath taking sites. The lunch was delicious, and overall it's a highly recommended journey
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535corinne
Aug 2, 2023
Very good tour in Petra - Very good tour in the exceptional site of Petra. Very good Jordanian guide. Fast border formalities. Good meal at the end of the tour. On the other hand, lack of time on the site, the departure from Eilat should be much earlier. If you really want to visit Petra, you should plan 2 days.
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K8048yglilyt
Sep 13, 2023
Horrible, miserable, uncomfortable van ride! - Our one day Petra tour was advertised to be on a luxury bus. Instead, we were put on a small passenger van with stiff, plastic/vinyl seating that had absolutely no padding. The 3 1/2 hour ride from Tel Aviv to Eilat was miserable, as we could feel every little bump in the road (and the roads aren't smooth) and by the time we arrived, my daughter and I had excruciating back pain. We received false information about this tour, and when we asked for a partial credit to compensate us, we were offered a mere 10%, which didn't even pay for the airline flight we were forced to take back from Eilat to Petra. The Bein Harim representative I spoke with the day of the tour promised our ride back would be on a luxury bus, as promised. But, at the end of the tour it was the same small van - not the bus promised to us. Bein Harim refused to make it right. Don't book this tour!
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