From Tel Aviv: Guided Day Trip to Petra with Lunch
Western Jordan, Tel Aviv
Discover the lost city of Petra on this day tour with a local guide. Feel like Indiana Jones as you explore the 2,300-year-old shrines and tombs of the city and visit sites like the Petra Theater.
Petra Day Tour from Tel Aviv with Local Guide
This full-day guided tour travels from Tel Aviv to Petra, Jordan, suitable for travelers interested in history and cultural exploration.
Highlights
- Guaranteed departure for easy trip planning
- Visit the ancient Nabataean Lost City of Petra
- Travel comfortably on an air-conditioned, advanced bus
- Fully guided day with a professional local tour guide
Description
Depart early from Tel Aviv on a spacious tour bus heading south towards the Israeli-Jordanian border. Enjoy changing landscapes at sunrise, including views of the Red Sea and Eilat’s coastline after crossing the Arahav Valley.
After border crossing and a 2.5-hour drive, arrive at Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs over 2,300 years ago, including pristine temples.
Discover the Djinn Blocks, believed to hold spirits and grant wishes. Photograph the Obelisk Tomb and walk through the colorful Siq gorge to the Petra Treasury, noted for its high columns and intricate carvings.
Visit the Royal Tombs and Petra Theater, along with various shrines, mausoleums, and archaeological remains. The day concludes with a return trip to Tel Aviv.
The tour includes border assistance and visa guidance. A licensed Jordanian guide will meet you at the border to start the Petra visit.
Includes
- Transportation by air-conditioned bus
- Licensed Jordanian tour guide
- Entrance fees to Petra
- Border crossing assistance and guidance
- Lunch at an authentic local restaurant
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Visa issuing and border fees ($125, payable in cash)
- Health insurance
- Breakfast and drinks
Important Information
- Departure time and meeting place are strict; punctuality is required
- Border crossing includes customs and control, possibly taking up to one hour
- A valid passport is mandatory; passport details are required at booking
- Israeli passport holders must use their Israeli passport at all border crossings
- Certain nationalities require visas in advance; check the Jordanian Ministry of Interior website
- At checkout, provide each participant’s passport number, date of birth, issue and expiration dates, and nationality
- Bring $125 in cash (USD, EUR, or ILS) for visa and border fees; exact amount recommended
- Travelers with a valid visa stamp or exempt from visas pay $6 instead
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your spot. Bring your passport, cash for border fees, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera. The tour operates best in cooler months due to long outdoor walking.
