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1 day
Daily Tour
7 people
English, Espanol, Francais
A one-day tour from Amman to Petra typically involves a scenic drive of around 3 hours, taking you to the ancient Nabatean city of Petra. Once there, you’ll explore the iconic Siq, Treasury, and other significant ruins, including the Monastery and the Roman Theater. The tour allows enough time to wander through the archaeological site, taking in its stunning rock-cut architecture and history. Afterward, you’ll head back to Amman, completing a day of adventure and discovery.
Here's a general itinerary you could follow: • Departure from Amman: o Time: 7:00 AM o Travel on the Desert Highway (the quickest route), heading south to Petra. • Arrive in Petra: o Time: Approx. 10:00 AM o Once you arrive, you'll need to buy your entry ticket to Petra. The entrance fee is around 50 JOD for a one-day visit. • Explore Petra: o Begin exploring Petra, starting with the Siq (a narrow canyon) leading to the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), which is one of the most iconic sights in Petra. o You can also visit the Street of Facades, the Roman Theater, and the Royal Tombs. o If you're feeling energetic, hike up to the Monastery (Ad-Deir), which requires some time and effort but offers a stunning view. • Lunch in Petra: o There are a few restaurants inside the Petra site or nearby where you can have a quick bite, such as The Basin Restaurant. You could also have a light lunch at a café in the visitor center. • Continue Exploring: o If you still have time, check out other parts of Petra, like the Great Temple or the Qasr Al-Bint. • Departure from Petra: o Leave Petra around 4:00 PM, so you'll return to Amman by 7:00 PM.
