From Eilat, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv: Petra & Wadi Rum 3-Day Tour
Western Jordan, Tel Aviv
Embark on a comprehensive 3-day tour to Petra and Wadi Rum and discover 2 of the most visited and important sites in Jordan.
Overview
This 3-day guided tour from Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or Eilat explores Jordan’s Wadi Rum desert and Petra, suitable for travelers interested in history and desert landscapes.
Highlights
- Experience a desert jeep safari in Wadi Rum with a Bedouin guide
- Overnight stay in a Bedouin camp with traditional dinner by the campfire
- Fully guided tour of Petra’s ancient Nabatean city
- Free day to explore Petra at your own pace, including hiking to the Monastery
Description
Day 1: Depart from Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or Eilat and cross into Jordan. Travel to Aqaba for some leisure time before heading to the Bedouin campsite in Wadi Rum. In the afternoon, enjoy a jeep safari as the temperature cools. Overnight at the Bedouin camp with an authentic Jordanian dinner.
Day 2: After breakfast with views of Wadi Rum, travel to Petra. Take a guided tour highlighting key sites such as the Treasury (Khazneh) and learn about the Nabatean history. Overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Petra.
Day 3: Spend a free day exploring Petra independently. Revisit favorite spots or hike to less-visited areas like the Monastery. After sightseeing, return to the border and travel back to your original departure point.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from the meeting point
- Transportation to all sites
- Entrance fees
- Overnight accommodation at a Bedouin camp and a 3-star hotel in Petra
- Dinner at the Bedouin camp and breakfast
- Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Border crossing fee: 230 NIS (approx. $80), payable in USD or NIS by cash or credit card
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Border crossing fee is mandatory and payable on arrival
- Dress modestly: no short skirts, low-cut tops, or midriff exposure; headscarves are not required
- Suggested tip for driver and guide is $5 per person per day
- Bring your passport, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, scarf, ATM card or cash, and comfortable walking shoes
- Be ready 15 minutes before your hotel pickup time
- Small delays may occur at the border or during the tour
- Tour itinerary may change during Ramadan due to earlier border closures
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Booking Tip
Book in advance to secure your preferred departure city. Best to carry local currency or USD for border fees and tips. Morning departures help maximize your time at each site.
