Early departure from Amman to Petra, the Rose-Red City, was the impressive capital of the Nabataean kingdom whose ruins remained hidden to most of the world until the Swiss explorer, JL Burckhardt, disguised as an Arab scholar, infiltrated the city in 1812. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as well as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Walk or ride a horse down to the entrance of the Siq, a long, winding sandstone canyon that leads to the Treasury. The tour continues to the Street of Facades, the Roman Theater and the Royal Tombs. Return to Amman.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private guided tour of Petra (tour length is 2 hours, and covers the lower parts of Petra only)
✔ Entrance fees to Petra
✔ Transfer in a private modern air-conditioned large sized vehicle with an English speaking driver
✖ Accommodation
✖ Meals
✖ Travel insurance
✖ Tips
✖ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Pickup Locations
1. La Casa Hotel Amman
2. Big Ben Hotel Suites
3. Park Plaza Hotel
4. Arman Hotel Suites
5. Gloria Hotel
6. The Sanrock Hotel
7. City Citadel Hotel
8. California Suites Hotel 2
9. Seas Hotel Amman
10. Opal Hotel Amman
11. Gerasa Hotel
12. Sparr Hotel
13. Alkawther Hotel Apartments
14. DownTown Hotel Apartments
15. Larsa Hotel
16. Comfort Hotel Suites
17. Amman Palace Hotel
18. California Suites Hotel
19. The Abdali Boulevard Hotel
20. Granada Hotel
Additional Info: Please advise the full address of your pickup location in Amman
Itinerary
1
Petra - Wadi Musa
Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Amman in a private vehicle to start the tour. Depart south to the Rose-Red City of Petra, the ancient city that was founded by the Nabateans 2000 years ago. Its massive architectural structure and its multicolored stones are an incredible attraction. The visit of the ancient Nabatean capital starts with a private guide walking through the Siq, a long narrow fissure between two overhanging cliffs. Towards the end of the Siq, you will be spellbound by Petra's most famous monument; the Treasury. After the visit, return to Amman.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
