Private Full-Day Aqaba Shore Excursion to Petra and Little Petra

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Petra - Wadi Musa 77110 Jordan

You will leave the hotel early in the morning to drive with your informative English-Speaking Driver to the Nabatean Red Rose City of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, for a classic visit. As you travel, gaze at the desert landscapes and hear tales of Jordan’s history.

Stop At: Siq, Petra - Wadi Musa Jordan

Hewn into a sandstone valley carved by the Nabataean people some 2,000 years ago, this ancient rose-red rock city located 125 kilometers. Transfer from Aqaba Port cruise boarding to Petra at the crossroads of age-old trading routes, to dominate ancient Arabia. Continue to Petra main site to learn more about its magnificent history. On arrival, leave your vehicle, and enjoy a 2-hour tour of this UNESCO Heritage listed wonder with a local guide. First, walk or ride a horse(remove) through the famous “Siq”, a narrow path of 1.2 kilometers; rock fissure that was once the main entrance to the city, and marvel at your first glimpse of the hauntingly beautiful Treasury “El - Khazneh”

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Al-Khazneh, Petra - Wadi Musa Jordan

as the canyon suddenly opens up. Admire this rose-pink masterpiece, originally built to house priceless treasures and capture it on camera. Then, proceed through the widening canyon to witness other monuments such as the 3,000-seater Theater, the Royal Tombs, and the Byzantine Church. As you explore, listen as your guide describes how the Nabateans sculpted the buildings, and learn how they mastered the harsh desert conditions to make their lives here.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: High Place of Sacrifice, Petra - Wadi Musa Jordan

After around two hours of exploring, enjoy free time. If time permits you can climb up the Monastery on your own or the High Place of Sacrifice: a clifftop altar that was once used for animal sacrifices and other ceremonies. Free time to visit The Petra Museum; if there is time, then rejoin your vehicle and driver. Pass by Little Petra, a small rocky valley with carvings, that archaeologists believe acted as the Nabatean’s caravan before heading to the main city and as an accommodation stop for the traders who traveled through the city.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Aqaba, Aqaba, Al Aqabah Governorate

Then, journey back to Aqaba port to board your cruise, where your day trip ends with a hotel drop off.
Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a sunhat for this unforgettable adventure. Come and explore one of the world’s wonders of architectural engineering combined with the ingenuity of carving for an unforgettable adventure just like that of Indiana Jones!

• Aqaba port pick-up and drop -off
• Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants
• English Speaking Driver
• One day entrance fees to Petra; if option Jordan Pass not selected
• Horse ride before the “Siq”
• Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Petra (Spanish-French by request-availability)
• On board WI-FI
• This is a private tour activity. Only your group will participate
• Entry/Admission - Siq
• Entry/Admission - Al-Khazneh

• All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
• All type of beverages
• All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver, Guide, and Horse Boy) – Recommended
• Personal Expenses
• Anything else not mentioned
• Gratuities

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infant seats available
• Most travelers can participate
• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
• Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
• Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
• Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
• Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
• Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
• Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
• For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees.
• Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
• Swimsuit is required.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability

Traveler pickup is offered
After disembarking from the ship, the assembly meeting point at the pier. The representative will be holding a sign with the lead traveler name. If you require a change in the pickup time, please consult us.

We require passport copies or passport details as per the below information from the Aqaba Port regulations, for our representative to meet you at the assembly meeting point at the pier. Failure to do so the meeting point will be outside this area.
Passport details required: First Name, Last Name, Passport Number, Passport Issue Date, Passport Expiry Date, Date of Birth, and Nationality.

Ports

• Aqaba, Jordan

08:00 AM

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

9 hours