Petra Day Trip from Tel Aviv
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Petra's ancient rock-cut architecture
- Visit the iconic Treasury and Monastery
- Enjoy a traditional Jordanian lunch
- Experience cross-border travel from Israel to Jordan
- Learn about Petra's rich history from expert guides
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Tel Aviv to Petra
- Guided tour of Petra's ancient sites
- Authentic Jordanian lunch
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
Wake up early for an exciting full-day adventure on a spacious tour bus from Tel Aviv, heading towards the breathtaking south of Israel. After crossing the Israeli-Jordanian border, you'll embark on a 2.5-hour drive through a unique landscape to the lost Nabatean city of Petra
Petra is known as one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. Carved into the surrounding red cliffs over 2,300 years ago, many of its impressive temples remain pristine and untouched. Discover the mysterious Djinn Blocks, designed to hold spirits and grant wishes by touching the stone. Take breathtaking photos of the Obelisk Tomb, then follow the colorful, Siq gorge to the Petra Treasury. Here, marvel at the stunning, towering columns and intricate decorations that will leave you in awe. Explore the Royal Tombs and Petra Theater, and discover the shrines, mausoleums, and remnants of a lost civilization.
After 3-4 hours in Petra, you can sit back and relax on the drive back to the drop-off point in Tel Aviv, concluding a memorable and unforgettable day.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- A valid passport is required for entry into Jordan.
- Visa requirements for Jordan may vary; check current regulations before booking.
- Be prepared for a full day of walking; the tour covers extensive ground.
Know before you go
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the travel date.
- Carry sufficient cash for personal expenses and gratuities.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Tour operates in English. Other languages are available for an additional cost; contact us for details.
- Departure time and place are strict; don't be late to the designated pick-up location (we recommend arriving 15 minutes earlier)
- Border crossing includes border control and customs, a process that may take up to an hour.
- A valid passport is essential. Passport details are required for the tour reservation process. Holders of Israeli passports must use them at every border crossing during the tour.
- Travelers of certain nationalities will require visas in advance (Details: the Jordanian Ministry of interior).
- Be prepared to pay $125 in cash (USD/EU/NIS) directly to the Jordanian border authorities, for visa issuing and border fees. Have the exact amount ready to avoid any inconvenience. Travelers who possess a valid visa stamp or do not require a visa will pay $65
- Wear warm clothing in winter, a hat in summer and comfortable walking shoes.
- This tour will have a late Lunch; we recommend bringing snacks or sandwiches. There will be a stop for breakfast on the way south (not included in product price)
- Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 2.
Traveler reviews
Thank you, Kareem!
This trip involved a lot of bus time, but it’s absolutely worth it. Our guide Kareem did everything possible to make sure we enjoyed the day. He was witty, and very kind. He gave us some history lessons about Jordan, Petra, and the Wadi Rum as well as information regarding modern life in Jordan. You get to see lots of countryside, rolling hills, mountains, small villages, and even larger towns like Aqaba all from the bus, so I really felt like I paid for a full-day Jordan experience with Petra included. Lunch was delicious. The bus drivers made frequent stops for the bathroom, and grabbing a coffee or snack, even souvenirs. Some free snacks were sprinkled in throughout the day. Overall it was just so nice. Learned so much and can’t wait to return to this beautiful country 🇯🇴
Petra great… your poor
Petra was of course great and would give 5 stars for it. But the tour experience was bad and finished worse. Main complaint was until we got to Jordan literally no one spoke to us or told us what was happening. It was impossible to relax the first 8 hours because we changed bus eventually 3 times. Only when we got the guide in Jordan did things improve substantially. On the way back again from the Israeli border no information was given. We got on bus but then we got lost. It took us from 7:30pm from security until 4am to reach the drop off point in tel aviv. At no point did the driver tell us what was happening. We had to show passports at a control point. The drive was terrible we kept braking hard and a couple of near misses with other vehicles. No apology, no expected time to arrive and no reason for the delay. Whenever we stopped on Israeli side we just stopped… never told how long we stop for or if we had time to eat or drink. The whole experience from the Jordanian border was perfect though. Informative and super friendly.
Well organized
Great tour! The pickup was on time and the visit in Petra was super interesting. The tour includes lunch and entrance fees to Petra.
Petra Tour
Amazing team , Tour, tourgauy . Perfect organization. Very nice new bus with . Very good organization
Don't miss this tour
Great operation, knowledgeable and nice guide, amazing place. If you have more time I would recommend the two day tour.