Petra: Private Day Trip Including Little Petra & Guide from Amman
- 11–12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience Jordan’s greatest ancient treasure on this private day trip to Petra from Amman. After traveling from Amman to Petra with a private driver, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of UNESCO-listed Petra: a rock city cut into a sandstone valley some 2,000 years ago. Walk along the “Siq” entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, Royal Tombs, and more. During your explorations, learn about Petra’s history from your local private guide and see lesser-known Little Petra, whose sculpted rock buildings were a suburb of the main city.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private Local English-Speaking Guide for classic Petra visit(Spanish-French by request-availability)
- Private transportation in premium air-conditioned modern vehicle based on number of travelers
- Hotel pick up and drop off from Amman
- On board WI-FI
- Horse ride before the “Siq”
- Private English-Speaking Driver - Guide
- One day entrance fees to Petra (if option Jordan Pass not selected)
What's not
- 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
You will leave the hotel early in the morning 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
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 “El - Khazneh”
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.
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!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 120 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Excellent Guidance at Meenakshi Amman Temple – Highly Recommended
Our visit to the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai became truly memorable thanks to our guide, Mr. M. Jonson (Contact: 9842790960). His guidance added immense value to the entire experience. Mr. Jonson has exceptional knowledge of the temple’s history, architecture, and spiritual significance. He explained the stories of Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar in a very engaging and easy-to-understand manner. His narration of the temple’s intricate carvings, towering gopurams, and sacred rituals made us appreciate the richness of this historic place even more. What stood out was his patience and professionalism. He ensured we followed the temple customs properly and gave us enough time to absorb the surroundings without feeling rushed. He was always ready to answer questions and share interesting insights that we would have otherwise missed. His friendly attitude and genuine passion for guiding made the entire visit both educational and spiritually fulfilling. If you are planning to visit Madurai, I strongly recommend taking a guided tour with Mr. M. Jonson for a truly enriching experience.
5Picturesque Petra!
One of the best day trips we had on our trip to Jordan. Our Driver Mr. Issa was very friendly, knowledgeable and really made the tour more memorable. We had enough time to cover all the main trials and it is a lifetime experience.
5Amazing solo trip to Petra
My guide, Hassan, did an excellent job introducing me to Jordan. He was very friendly and flexible. I was able to fully enjoy Petra and its many sites. I plan to do a longer trip to Wadi Rum and Aqaba in the future.
5Petra is beyond amazing.
Firstly, our driver and guide were simply incredible. Firas (our driver) was kind, knowledgeable, funny and engaging the entire way there and back. Upon arrival to Petra, he managed the process of acquiring our tickets and introducing us to our guide, Mariam. Marium was probably the best guide our family has ever had in our travels. The vast majority of guides in this part of the world are men, so my girls loved that we were able to get such an incredible woman. Mariam was a teacher in her prior career and it showed in her current one. She was great with my two girls and family overall and had the perfect amount of information to share along our journey through Petra. The sites and history of this magical place were beyond beautiful and mesmerizing. Additionally, but not to be overlooked, Mariam was a great photographer. She was very creative for all videos and photos. The volume of tourists on our trip was well below the norm given the current conflicts in adjacent countries, but we felt more than safe the entire time. Overall, I highly recommend this tour and our guides.
5Nice short trip to Jordan
Mahmoud has been a very helpful and caring driver. He even brought us to some places away from usual tourist routes in Amman. His connection with the right guide allowed us to spend a magnificent day in Petra.
5Great day ion Petra
Mahmoud is the best driver, super available for any customer need. The guide in Petra has been great as well. Very advisable tour.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Zaid Tours and Travel
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- If travelers select Jordan Pass option, clients should purchase Jordan Pass directly.
- Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
How it compares in Amman
- Its from-price is 32% above the median of the 260 day trips we list in Amman.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 260.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Amman
Amman, Jordan's capital, spreads across a series of hills, with Roman ruins, crowded downtown souks and a warm welcome at the start of any Jordan journey.
The Amman Citadel crowns Jabal al-Qal'a with the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace and sweeping views over the city. Below, the Roman Theatre, carved into the hillside, seats thousands, and the downtown souks around the Grand Husseini Mosque sell spices, gold and sweets, with the scent of coffee and cardamom in the air.
Top-ranked sights in Amman: Petra, Jerash (Gerasa), Ajloun Castle.
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