Petra & Wadi Rum 2 Day Tour from Tel Aviv
Our two day Petra and Wadi Rum Tour from Tel Aviv (or Jerusalem) is a great value way to enjoy the highlights of Jordan. Departing from Tel Aviv and transferring to Eilat, you’ll cross into Jordan, and head to Petra. You’ll be blown away and transferred into a different world as you tour the amazing city of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, a place that time has forgotten and the feats of mankind have been proven by. After reflecting on this incredible site with lunch at an authentic Jordanian restaurant, you’ll move on, staying overnight in a Bedouin campsite in Wadi Rum, and enjoying the authentic famous hospitality that the desert nomads have to offer. The following morning, the sunrise will breathe light onto this amazing desert landscape, which you’ll then explore with a jeep safari tour. Heading back south, you’ll visit Aqaba’s markets, and then free time to relax in Eilat and see some of its highlights if the schedule allows. You’ll arrive back in Tel Aviv that evening, having had a two day tour to Petra and Wadi Rum that you’ll never forget.
This tour will continue to operate in 2018 with no need to pre-arrange a Jordanian visa
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“The trip was incredible thanks so much. I really appreciate the flexibility you guys had in accommodating our tour into Wadi Rum. Honestly, everything worked incredibly smoothly as well. All the guides were on time and made the experience seamless. I would do it again for sure.” -Nick S, USA
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“Nizar, our tour guide. What a character, what a dude, what a king. He knew every angle for the best pictures any time of the day, was inclusive, hysterical, and an all around good time. I went into this trip open to the possibilities, and I never thought he could give me such a fruitful vision of Jordan’s past, present and future. He was fascinating, he was entertaining, he was knowledgable, and he taught us with facts rather than opinions. Nizar – highly recommended! You guys killed it with this tour. Loved every second of it. And by the way, I never write reviews about anything, but this trip was 100% worth it.” – Rebecca Z, Israel
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“We were very satisfied with the tour to Petra. Very good assistance from everyone. Everyone was on time and the guide was very prepared and very kind.” -Luca, Italy
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Petra Wadi Rum Tour from tel aviv Highlights
- Transfer from Tel Aviv to Eilat through the amazingly beautiful Israeli Negev Desert region, with sunrise in the desert, and the spectacular desert scenery along the way to illustrate your journey. Option to transfer by flight from Tel Aviv to Eilat available for extra $90.
- Cross into Jordan and head to Petra.
- Tour the amazing site of Petra (entrance fee included), including the important highlights that this wonder of the world holds
- Eat an authentic Jordanian lunch
- Overnight in a Bedouin campsite at Wadi Rum enjoying the Bedouin hospitality and authentic meals
- Explore Wadi Rum with a jeep safari through this lunar-like desert landscape
- Return to Aqaba for a short visit
- See the highlights of Eilat, with free time if the schedule allows
- Return to Tel Aviv
Tour Itinerary
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- Day 1 – 04:00 – Pickup from Tel Aviv, and drive through the Negev Desert to Eilat
- Day 1 – 05:30 – (For those opting for flight transfers) Check in at Sde Dov Airport for flight from Tel Aviv 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 short horse ride (optional)
- 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 (stay will be in hotel in Aqaba during winter months)
- Day 2 – 08:00 – Breakfast at campsite or in the hotel
- Day 2 – 09:00 – Jeep safari in Wadi Rum
- Day 2 – 11:30 – Back to camp, transported back to Aqaba
- Day 2 – 13:00 – Free time in the markets in Aqaba
- Day 2 – 15:30 – Transport to Arava border crossing
- Day 2 – 16:30 – Eilat, transport back from border crossing and free time in Eilat to enjoy the beach, or an attraction
- Day 2 – 20:00 – Return to Tel Aviv. Arrival by 23:00 approx
NB: All times are approximate and the itinerary is always subject to change, although we strive to stay on schedule. However, small delays can sometimes occur at the border, or other points on the tour. Return flight times can vary depending on availability.
Tour Details
- Price includes: transfer from Tel Aviv to Eilat, overnight accommodation, transportation to all sites from Eilat, entrance fees, lunch on day one, dinner on day one in Bedouin camp, breakfast on day two. If staying in hotel, dinner is not included.
- Price excludes: border fees (US$65 approx paid in cash at the border), Jordanian visa fee of $60 for those who have not pre-arranged a visa, drinks
- Optional flight transfer, available on Sunday-Wednesday departures is $90 extra
- Single travelers will pay a $38 single supplement fee for stay in hotel
- Tour is available from Tel Aviv every day
- 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 the 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 a hotel in Petra, and Petra tour on the second day. If staying in hotel, dinner is not included.
- On some days, return will be first to Jerusalem before Tel Aviv for traffic/operational considerations.
