Tel Aviv: Petra & Wadi Rum 2-Day Tour with Bedouin Camp Stay
Tel Aviv District, Tel Aviv
Visit the ancient rock-carved city of Petra on a 2-day trip from Tel Aviv, with stops at the Treasury House and the Roman Theater. Experience a night in a unique Bedouin camp in the Wadi Rum desert.
This 2-day guided tour from Tel Aviv explores Petra and Wadi Rum, suited for history and desert culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore both Petra and Wadi Rum with a skip-the-line ticket
- Visit the ancient rock-carved city of Petra
- Experience the Wadi Rum desert with a jeep tour
- Spend the night in a Bedouin camp
Description
Enter Petra through the Siq to arrive at the Treasury, the most famous facade of the ancient city and one of the reasons Petra is among the seven wonders of the world. Discover over 800 statues, temples, tombs, caves, and the Roman theater. Petra was inhabited by the Nabateans over 2000 years ago, who developed an advanced water conduit system and traded water with caravans and travelers. The city declined after a major earthquake in 363 A.D., leading to its abandonment.
Itinerary
Day 1: Petra
A 6:30 a.m. flight departs from Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. Arrival is at Ramon Airport near Eilat at approximately 7:40 a.m., where you will be picked up and transferred to the Arava border. Travel to Petra in an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour begins at the Petra Visitor Center, including visits to the Treasury, tombs, Roman Theater, and more.
Learn about the Nabateans’ history, art, and culture during a 3-hour walking tour. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant.
After lunch, transfer to Wadi Rum for an overnight stay in a traditional Bedouin-style tent, experiencing the desert environment.
Day 2: Wadi Rum
Enjoy breakfast at the Bedouin camp before a 2-hour 4x4 jeep tour through the desert landscape. The tour includes insights into Nabatean heritage and Bedouin lifestyle.
Return to the Arava border and then to Eilat Airport for your flight back to Tel Aviv. Arrival back in Eilat is typically around 3:30 p.m., with flights departing around 8:40 p.m., allowing some free time before departure.
Includes
- Flights Tel Aviv – Eilat – Tel Aviv
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Pickup and drop-off at Eilat Airport
- English-speaking guide
- Lunch and breakfast
- Overnight stay in a Bedouin camp
Excludes
- Transfer from/to Tel Aviv airport
- Gratuities
- Border tax and visa fee ($140)
- Dinner
Important Information
- Vaccinated travelers are not required to take a PCR test before departure.
- Unvaccinated travelers must present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Book early to secure your flight and tour availability. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and warm clothing for the desert night. The best time to visit is during cooler months to avoid extreme heat.
