Petra Day Trip from Amman
ID: GYG203380-316387
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Country: Jordan
Country: Jordan
Duration: 10:00 hours
Description
Explore the rose-colored city of Petra with a private driver who doubles as your guide.
Enjoy an early morning hotel pickup to drive south to the Nabatean Red Rose City of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. 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 some 2000 years ago, this ancient rose-red rock city, located 245 kilometers from Amman at the crossroads of age-old trading routes, dominated ancient Arabia.
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. Continue to Petra to learn more about its magnificent history. On arrival, enjoy a 2 hour tour of this UNESCO World Heritage listed wonder with a local guide. First, walk or ride a horse through the famous 'siq', a narrow path of 1.2 kilometers, and a rock fissure that was once the main entrance to the city. Marvel at your first glimpse of the hauntingly beautiful Treasury 'El Khazneh' as the canyon suddenly opens up. Then, walk through the widening canyon to see the 3000-seat Theater, the Royal Tombs, and the High Place of Sacrifice: a clifftop altar that was once used for animal sacrifices and other ceremonies. 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 approximately two hours of exploring, enjoy free time. Later, return to Petra’s entrance and rejoin your private vehicle and driver, at which point you'll journey back to Amman, where your day trip ends with a hotel drop-off.
Enjoy an early morning hotel pickup to drive south to the Nabatean Red Rose City of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. 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 some 2000 years ago, this ancient rose-red rock city, located 245 kilometers from Amman at the crossroads of age-old trading routes, dominated ancient Arabia.
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. Continue to Petra to learn more about its magnificent history. On arrival, enjoy a 2 hour tour of this UNESCO World Heritage listed wonder with a local guide. First, walk or ride a horse through the famous 'siq', a narrow path of 1.2 kilometers, and a rock fissure that was once the main entrance to the city. Marvel at your first glimpse of the hauntingly beautiful Treasury 'El Khazneh' as the canyon suddenly opens up. Then, walk through the widening canyon to see the 3000-seat Theater, the Royal Tombs, and the High Place of Sacrifice: a clifftop altar that was once used for animal sacrifices and other ceremonies. 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 approximately two hours of exploring, enjoy free time. Later, return to Petra’s entrance and rejoin your private vehicle and driver, at which point you'll journey back to Amman, where your day trip ends with a hotel drop-off.
Highlights
- Experience Jordan’s greatest ancient treasures on this private day trip to Petra from Amman
- Enjoy a 2 hour guided tour of UNESCO-listed Petra: a rock city cut into a sandstone valley
- Walk or ride a horse along the 'siq' entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, Royal Tombs, and more
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• For clients holding a Jordan Pass, the corresponding entrance fees to be returned directly in destination
• Pickup and drop-off from Amman Queen Alia International Airport available by request for lay over day tour
• Local SIM cards and Wi-Fi are available upon request and can be subject to a small additional charge, approximately $20 USD. Prices subject to change by the communication company
• Tours with lunch: most local tourist restaurants in Jordan are non-alcoholic
• Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a sunhat
• Tour activities are provided in English. French and Spanish tours available upon request
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
• For clients holding a Jordan Pass, the corresponding entrance fees to be returned directly in destination
• Pickup and drop-off from Amman Queen Alia International Airport available by request for lay over day tour
• Local SIM cards and Wi-Fi are available upon request and can be subject to a small additional charge, approximately $20 USD. Prices subject to change by the communication company
• Tours with lunch: most local tourist restaurants in Jordan are non-alcoholic
• Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a sunhat
• Tour activities are provided in English. French and Spanish tours available upon request
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
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NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.