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4.9(17 reviews)

Full Day Petra Tour from Amman

From$128.21
8 hours – 12 hours
Commentary: Guide · en, fr, es

About this activity

Experience the wonders of Petra on a full-day tour from Amman, including private transportation and an English-speaking driver.

Highlights

  • Explore Petra's ancient rock-cut architecture
  • Marvel at the Treasury, Petra's iconic landmark
  • Discover the Royal Tombs and their intricate facades
  • Wander through the Siq, a narrow canyon leading to Petra
  • Learn about Petra's history from an expert driver

Full description

You will be pick up from your central Amman hotel to explore the rose-colored city of Petra by joining a small group, settle into your air-conditioned comfortable vehicle with your driver, who doubles as your guide on your journey to and from Petra, UNESCO – listed Heritage and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Experience Jordan’s greatest ancient treasure on this day trip to Petra from Amman. After traveling from Amman to Petra with an English-Speaking Driver, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of UNESCO-listed Petra: a rock city cut into a sandstone valley 2,000 years ago. Walk towards the “Siq” entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, visit the Royal Tombs, the Theater, and more sites like the Byzantine Church. During your explorations, learning about Petra’s history from your local guide continue to see lesser-known Little Petra, whose sculpted rock buildings were a suburb of the main city.

Included / Excluded

  • One day entrance fees to Petra; if option Jordan Pass not selected
  • English-Speaking Driver
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Petra (Spanish-French by request-availability)
  • On board WI-FI
  • Horse ride before the “Siq”
  • Seat in coach transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
  • 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, Local Guide, and Horse Boy) – Recommended
  • Personal Expenses
  • Any other service not mentioned

Itinerary

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You will leave the hotel early in the morning to Join a small group to drive south 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. Hewn into a sandstone valley carved by the Nabataean people more than 2,000 years ago, this ancient rose-red rock city located 245 kilometers from Amman at the crossroads of age-old trading routes, to dominate ancient Arabia. Reach 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.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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First, walk 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 “Al - Khazneh”

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
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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. 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.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
4

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. Then, journey back to Amman, 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 and the Transformers!

Duration: 4 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Entry fees to Petra Visitors Center are not included in the tour price.
  • Confirm your pickup location and time with the tour provider at least one day before the tour.
  • Be prepared for a full-day excursion, with travel times varying based on traffic conditions.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
  • Carry a camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • 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.
  • For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination.
  • Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
  • Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
  • For Golf Cart service at Petra, by request.
  • 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.
  • If travelers select Jordan Pass option, clients should purchase Jordan Pass directly.
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.

Traveler reviews

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Petra by Night: a mesmerizing experience

We had a long layover in Amman and decided to spend it at Petra by Night. We reached out to Zaid Tours and Travel alongwith few other travel companies but boy, how professional and responsive these people were! Right from the first response they were very clear and transparent about their process, guided us very professionally and made our trip highly enjoyable. Sammy Keyani was there to welcome us at the airport and from the moment we met him, we knew we were in good hands. His English was good, he was very knowledgeable and extremely respectful with the family. We highly recommend you asking for Sammy, you won’t regret it.

Z1479NQmanishcJul 30, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Ask for Mahmoud

Of the 85 countries I've visited, I can say that Zaid Tours and in particular Mahmoud as your guide and driver are excellent. Mahmoud was very professional, very knowledgeable, and provided an amazing day tour experience to Petra from Amman.

Y5662BJabJul 16, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Petra from Amman by personal transport

The entire personalized experience was amazing. Ramoni is a very knowledgeable person and very committed to safety. 100% recommended.

748dilanaDec 29, 2023TRIPADVISOR

All right!

Our driver, Khaled, was very punctual. He gave us some tips to tour Petra and contacted us with our guide who speaks Spanish, and who explained many things. Khaled was very friendly and patient with us, Soliman good guide. We do not feel safe at all times

Diana TOct 25, 2022TRIPADVISOR

The perfecto tour

The Best tour i have Ever !!! Khalid the driver is a friendly person and an excelente driver, in relly recomend this tour

viridianas674Aug 2, 2022TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

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. For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination. Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request. Clients with mobility issues, please contact us. For Golf Cart service at Petra, by request. 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. If travelers select Jordan Pass option, clients should purchase Jordan Pass directly. Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
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