Petra & Wadi Rum 2 Day Tour from Jerusalem
Our two day Petra and Wadi Rum Tour from Jerusalem departs every day with guaranteed departures, and allows you to visit two of Jordan’s most impressive gems in one easy package. It begins with a stunning drive through the Negev Desert to the Jordanian Border. From here, a ride along the ‘desert’ highway leads to Petra, one of the greatest, UNESCO recognized archaeological sites. With an experienced guide, you will explore the wonders of this ancient city. Lunch will be in a traditional Arabic restaurant, with delicious, authentic local cuisine. In the evening at Wadi Rum, gaze at the star-lit sky with an overnight stay in a Bedouin campsite. The next morning, after a quick breakfast, you will explore Wadi Rum via a jeep tour. This stunning and mesmerizing desert landscape is not to be missed! From there, you’ll head back over the border to Eilat, with time to check out the city, sunbathe on the beach and grab a meal. In the evening, you will return to Jerusalem.
This tour will continue to operate in 2018 with no need to pre-arrange a Jordanian visa
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“The Petra and Wadi Rum tour from Jerusalem was exactly what I wanted. I would recommend the tour to others. I travel alone most times and this type of coordinated short tour works for me. But I do my homework, and read lots of others reviews before I book.” -Patricia, USA
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“Good atmosphere in the group, good guide, good food and great place. Everything was perfect. Congratulations and see you next time.” -Jose, Spain
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“We had an amazing experience, thank you so much for suggesting it and helping book it! The whole two day trip was really well organised and to a very high standard. We were particularly impressed by Elias, who was the perfect guide and host in Jordan.” -Rob, UK
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Petra Wadi Rum Tour from jerusalem Highlights
- Drive from Jerusalem to Eilat, through the stunning Negev desert and cross the border into Jordan
- Head to Petra via the ‘desert highway’
- Enjoy a guided tour of the ‘lost city of Petra’ including the Siq, Obelisk Tomb, Calligraphy, Treasury, Jabal Madbach (sacrificial palace), Tombs, Theater, Mountaintop Tombs
- Eat an authentic local Jordanian style lunch
- Overnight accommodation in a Bedouin campsite (there is an option to stay at a hotel during the winter season when temperatures are low)
- Take a jeep safari through the breathtaking landscape of Wadi Rum
- Visit the port city of Aqaba and enjoy its markets (time depending)
- If time allows, use free time in Eilat to take advantage of the beautiful Red Sea Beaches, or enjoy the city’s attractions
- Return to Jerusalem
Tour Itinerary
- Day 1 – 04:00 – Pickup in Jerusalem and transfer to Eilat
- Day 1 – 08:00 – Border crossing into Jordan
- Day 1 – 09:00 – Drive through desert
- Day 1 – 11:00 – Guided tour of Petra and optional short horse ride
- Day 1 – 15:30 – Lunch in local restaurant
- Day 1 – 17:30 – Transport to Wadi Rum
- Day 1 – 18:30 – Overnight in Bedouin campsite in Wadi Rum (hotels in Aqaba available at no extra cost for those who prefer. In winter months we might recommend this option over the Bedouin camp)
- Day 2 – 08:00 – Breakfast
- Day 2 – 09:00 – Jeep safari in Wadi Rum
- Day 2 – 11:30 – Back to camp, transported back to Aqaba
- Day 2 – 13:00 – Aqaba, free time in the market
- Day 2 – 15:30 – Transport to Arava border crossing
- Day 2 – 16:30 – Eilat, transport back from border crossing
- Day 2 – 16:30 – Free time in Eilat to enjoy the beach, the Dolphin Reef, Underwater Observatory, or another attraction of your choice.
- Day 2 – 20:00 – Depart Eilat for Jerusalem. Arrival by 24:00 approx
NB: All times are approximate, although we strive to stay on schedule. However, small delays can sometimes occur at the border, or other points on the tour.
Tour Details
- Price includes: Transfer from Jerusalem to Eilat, overnight accommodation, transportation to all sites from Eilat, entrance fees, lunch on day one (excl. drinks) , dinner at the Bedouin camp, breakfast on day two. If staying in hotel, dinner is not included.
- Price excludes: border fees (US$65 paid in cash at the border), Jordanian visa fee of $60 for those who have not pre-arranged a visa, drinks
- Single travelers will pay a $38 single supplement fee for stay in a hotel
- In certain circumstances such as during the shorter winter days, the order of the days might be adjusted in order to provide as much time as possible in Petra. In this case time in Eilat will be shortened
- In the winter months when temperature is colder than it is considered comfortable, the order of the sites might be changed, with the first day in Eilat, Aqaba and Wadi Rum, overnight in hotel in Petra, and Petra tour on the second day.
- On some days, return will be first to Jerusalem before Tel Aviv for traffic/operational considerations.
