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Petra, Wadi Rum & Highlights of Jordan - 4 Day Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv
A longer version of our bestselling 3-day tour “Petra, Wadi Rum & Highlights of Jordan”, this 4-day tour takes you to the absolute best in Jordan, allowing some extra time to linger in Petra’s majestic atmosphere (please note this option is recommended for people with a deep interest in Petra, while for most people the we recommend the 3 day tour as most suitable option). You will depart from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv and visit Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, the most notable sites in the Northern part of the country. Continue to Petra, for a guided tour, followed by one day of independent exploration. Don’t miss out on the chance to join the stunning experience of “Petra by Night”, on Wednesday night, when the ruins will be lit by candle light. Continue to Wadi Rum, for a jeep tour in this magic desert resembling the surface of Mars. Accommodation is included in Bedouin camp or in hotel, up to your choice. The tour departs every Tuesday from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
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This tour will continue to operate in 2018 with no need to pre-arrange a Jordanian visa.
This option makes possible to join the “Petra by Night tour”
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Petra and wadi Rum from Jerusalem 4-day Tour Highlights
- Depart from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem and head to Sheikh Hussein border crossing. Cross into Jordan with assistance
- Visit Jerash, the biggest Roman site in the area
- Drive past Amman, Jordan’s capital city
- Tour Madaba, and its Byzantine mosaics
- From Mount Nebo, see the stunning desert view across the Holy Land, the same view Moses saw after ‘wandering 40 years in the desert’ (not available from November to March, due to sunset time)
- Stay overnight in a hotel at Petra.
- Enjoy a guided tour of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You’ll visit the most famous and iconic highlights including the Siq, Obelisk Tomb, Calligraphy, Treasury, Jabal Madbach (the sacrificial palace), Tombs, Theater, Mountaintop Tombs
- At night, you can will have the option to join the “Petra by night” candlelight show in Petra (extra 17 JOD per person/$25 usd aprox) not included in the tour. You can ask your guide to assist to book your tickets)
- Stay overnight in a hotel at Petra.
- On the following morning, enjoy a day to independently explore Petra, at your own pace. You’ll have the chance to hike in the most hidden corners, or make your way to the impressive Monastery, and see the sunrise at the site.
- Head south towards Wadi Rum for your dinner and overnight in a fully equipped Bedouin Camp, to experience the Bedouin desert life style (option to stay in hotel in Aqaba is available for no extra cost)
- Enjoy a jeep safari tour in Wadi Rum desert reserve led by our local Bedouin guides.
- Stop at Aqaba and tour its vibrant markets
- Spend some free time in Eilat, enjoying the beach or snorkeling in the Red Sea
- Return to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv
Tour Itinerary
- Day 1 – 4.30am – Depart from Tel Aviv in our modern air-conditioned transport.
- Day 1 – 5:30 am – Depart from Jerusalem and transfer to the Bet Shean Border (Sheikh Hussein)
- Day 1 – 8:00am – Cross border into Jordan
- Day 1 – 10:00am – Tour of Jerash followed by Jordanian style lunch at a local restaurant
- Day 1 – 15:30pm – Tour Madaba
- Day 1 – 16:30pm – Tour Mount Nebo (not available from November to March, due to sunset time)
- Day 1 – 17:30pm – Drive south to Petra
- Day 1 – 20:00pm – Arrive at hotel in Petra (Dinner included)
- Day 2 – 7:30am – Breakfast at the hotel
- Day 2 – 8:00am – Enter the archaeological site of Petra and and start your tour by our licensed guide
- Day 2 – 15:30pm – Lunch in Restaurant at Petra, followed by free time in Wadi Musa
- Day 2 – 20:00pm – Optional tour “Petra by night”, tickets to purchase on the site (17 JOD per person)
- Day 2 – 23:00pm – Overnight in hotel in Petra (Dinner not included)
- Day 3 – 08:00am – Breakfast and leisure time to explore the archaelogical site independently (entry fee included)
- Day 3 – 16:30pm – Depart Petra for Wadi Rum, arrive to the Bedouin campsite for an authentic dinner and overnight
- Day 4 – 08:00am – Breakfast at the campsite followed by Jeep tour in the desert reserve of Wadi Rum
- Day 4 – 11:30pm – Depart Wadi Rum, make your way to Aqaba
- Day 4 – 13:00pm – Free time at Aqaba’s markets
- Day 4 – 15:30pm – Cross back into Israel via the Arava Border Crossing, followed by free time in Eilat
- Day 4 – 20:00pm – Road transfer to Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, arrival by 24:00 approx.
NB All times are approximate. (Note: If border crossing into Jordan takes longer than expected, activities may be removed from Day 1.)
Tour Details
- Petra and Wadi Rum Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv price includes: Pickup and transportation to all sites from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv, entrance fees, accommodation in Bedouin campsite or hotel, all guiding, and meals outlined above.
- Price excludes border taxes of $65 per person, drinks, tips, ticket to “Petra by Night” show.
- For those who would prefer to stay in a hotel, this can be arranged at no extra cost. Single travelers will pay a $38 per night single supplement if staying in hotel. In winter months a hotel may be used instead of a Bedouin camp. If staying in hotel, dinner is not included.
- Tour begins and ends in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. For those who would like, drop off in Aqaba or Eilat can be arranged at no extra cost.** For a shorter version of this tour, check out our 3 day Petra, Wadi Rum and Highlights of Jordan tour. **
