Jordan · DAY TRIPS IN PETRA
The 15 best day trips in Petra you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver such as Anas, Bardaghawi, or Ahmad. You get hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, water, a rest stop, and about four hours at Petra. Explore independently or add a local guide and entrance fees when booking.
“Our tour guide and driver were amazing. Ensured our safety and was very friendly. Petra was always on my bucket list and it did not disappoint”
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver, bottled water, hotel pickup, drop-off, and onboard Wi-Fi. You get about four hours at the site to see the Siq, Treasury, colonnaded streets, Qasr al-Bint, and possibly the Monastery. Petra entry and a local guide cost extra.
“Petra is inherently awesome. The person who made the experience truly worthwhile was our driver, Yousef Musleh, If you have any control over who takes you, ask for him. In our drive down and back, from Amman, we covered many topics regRead more”
Travel privately from Amman to Jordan’s great southern sights with an English-speaking driver, air-conditioned vehicle, two nights of lodging, breakfast, and a Bedouin dinner. You’ll visit Mount Nebo, Madaba, Dana, Shobak Castle, Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Entry fees, local guides, and the Dead Sea resort are extra.
“Thank you Ahmad for taking such good care of me on our quick journey around Jordan! You made the trip easy for this solo tourist. Overall this trip is a must! Three days gives you time to drive to Petra with out a big rush. Getting to Petra early is necessary for good pics Read more”
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Walk through the Siq to the Treasury, see the Theater, climb to the Monastery, and visit the High Place of Sacrifice. Drivers such as Oday, Fares, Khaled, and Khader Dawood have been praised for punctual service, helpful advice, and comfortable stops.
“The trip to Petra was so nice.. It’s an amazing place, full of history and beauty.. our Gude Mohammed provided us with a great service and support!! I will recommend to all my family and friends.. excellent tour guide”
Leave Amman at 6:30 a.m. with a private English-speaking driver such as Zaid, Yahia, or Esmat. Spend about three hours at Petra, then take a two-hour 4x4 ride through Wadi Rum. Entry fees and meals cost extra, and a Bedouin zarb dinner can be added for 20 JD per person.
“A lot of driving, but the sights were worth it. Very congenial driver. Worthwhile to read up ahead of time.”
Travel privately from Amman to Petra in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking driver, entrance fees, and a local guide for the classic route. Walk the Siq to the Treasury, see the Theatre and Royal Tombs, then use free time for the Monastery or museum before visiting Little Petra. Guides may include Joseph, Hussain, Marriam, or Basel.
“Incredible experience! Cannot recommend this tour enough. Our local guide in Petra, called Joseph, was the absolute best! We didn't realise just how big Petra is so ended up staying on with Joseph after the tour finished just after the Treasury building (around 2.5hrs - we Read more”
Travel privately from Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea over two busy days. Your English or Arabic-speaking driver handles the long road stretches and offers local tips, while you explore Petra, sleep in a deluxe desert tent, add a 4x4 Jeep safari, and float in the Dead Sea. Drivers such as Safwat, Ramzi, Mustafa, and Mahmoud have been especially praised for care and flexibility.
“I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Ahmad was incredibly kind, always on time, and made sure I had the best time possible. Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea were all beautiful. I never felt rushed and got to explore all I wanted in one weekend. As a solo female traveler, I never felt unsafe or uncomfortable. Thank you so much, Ahmad for the life adventure!”
Travel from your Amman hotel to Petra in a private air-conditioned vehicle, then walk the Siq with a local guide and see the Treasury, Street of Facades, Roman Theater, and Royal Tombs. The Petra visit lasts about two hours and covers the lower site. Drivers have included Mamoun, Esam, and Khalil.
“Definitely go in the front for the big reveal of the Treasury, then head out the front and take the shuttle bus to the back door for the most amazing views and hike into Petra, 6.5 miles in .”
Travel from Aqaba to Petra by air-conditioned bus, then spend three hours with an English-speaking guide among the Siq, Treasury, tombs, temples, and Roman theater. Lunch is included, hotel pickup and drop-off are provided, and the $231 price covers entrance. Guides such as Kamahl have led strong departures, but timing can vary.
“Excellent.Petra is a wonder.The guide was great”
Travel from Amman to Petra in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver and a local Petra guide. Walk through the 1.2-kilometer Siq to the Treasury, see the Theater, Royal Tombs, and Byzantine Church, then use free time for the Monastery, High Place of Sacrifice, Petra Museum, or Little Petra.
“The day was great Our driver moussa eisa was amazing A lot of information, explained about everything, gave us enough time for our activity Was sp nice and generous with cautious driving Thanks a lot”
Travel privately from Amman to Petra and the Dead Sea in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi. Driver-guides such as Maen and Esmat handle the long route, while you explore Petra for three to four hours, eat at a Dead Sea resort, and enjoy mud, pools, and saltwater. Petra entry and local guide fees are extra.
“The best driver and guide ever. Maen was so kind and helpful - even brought us coffee and dates for our early pick up and helped out all week long with getting around Amman as well. Super easy to deal with - always on time and ready to help. For sure you need to book this tour.”
Travel from Amman to Petra for three hours among Nabataean tombs and the Treasury, then spend three hours at a Dead Sea resort with lunch, beach access, and salty-water floating. Drivers such as Raed, Maen, Taleb, and Emad are praised for friendly help and clear explanations. Petra entry fees and optional guides cost extra.
“It was absolutely great Driver was very helpful and would go above and beyond to make sure you were happy, would differently recommend family and friends for a trip with maen top notch he is”
Travel from Amman, Madaba, or the Dead Sea to Petra in a private air-conditioned sedan for up to four people. An English-speaking driver handles the long road and site transfer, while you explore Petra at your own pace. Pickup usually begins around 6:00 to 7:30 AM, with optional lunch or dinner available for an added fee.
“We used this company for a 8 day trip though this amazing country visiting most of the interesting locations. Our driver Moawiah was punctual, professional and a good driver. He knows the county, culture and history well so we learned a lot from him. I would recommend using Avenrura.”
You travel by private air-conditioned car from Amman with an English-speaking driver, visiting Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea in two full days. Sleep in a Bedouin camp, take a two-hour Jeep ride, and choose between a deluxe private-bathroom tent or a simpler classic tent.
“Amazing trip, with a lot of places to visit, I totally recommend Oday, it’s a professional person, with a nice car and a lot of interesting stories to tell about the history of the places.”
Leave Aqaba at 8:00 AM for Petra, where an English-speaking local guide leads you through the Siq to the Treasury and other major sights. After lunch, continue to Wadi Rum for a two-hour jeep ride, Bedouin tea, and sunset. Your private group can include up to six people.
“On the morning of the booking there was a technical issue at the port due to a change of vehicle/driver which in turn caused 30 min delay to departure. The driver ( who was fantastic ) spoke little English, being a 2 hour drive we expected to be given some key informatioRead more”
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