Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba worth booking?
Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba is a 9-hour experience in Aqaba, Jordan, from $128 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $128 per person
Discover the ancient jewel in Jordan’s crown on by joining a small group on this day trip to Petra from Aqaba. Visit the UNESCO–listed city of the red rose city of Petra and explore deep canyons beneath soaring sandstone cliffs. Marvel at the intricately carved face of the Treasury “Al-Khazneh” after walking the narrow “Siq”, as your guide shares details of its glorious past. Learn of the 6th-century Nabataean people who lived in this marvelous place, and admire other top attractions such as the ancient theater and the royal tombs. Enjoy free time to explore Petra at your leisure before continuing to see lesser-known Little Petra, whose sculpted rock buildings were a suburb of the main city. Board back to Aqaba with your leisure vehicle and English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the ancient jewel in Jordan’s crown on by joining a small group on this day trip to Petra from Aqaba. Visit the UNESCO–listed city of the red rose city of Petra and explore deep canyons beneath soaring sandstone cliffs. Marvel at the intricately carved face of the Treasury “Al-Khazneh” after walking the narrow “Siq”, as your guide shares details of its glorious past. Learn of the 6th-century Nabataean people who lived in this marvelous place, and admire other top attractions such as the ancient theater and the royal tombs. Enjoy free time to explore Petra at your leisure before continuing to see lesser-known Little Petra, whose sculpted rock buildings were a suburb of the main city. Board back to Aqaba with your leisure vehicle and English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.
What's included
Included
- English-Speaking Driver
- Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Petra (Spanish-French by request-availability)
- One day entrance fees to Petra; if option Jordan Pass not selected
- On board WI-FI
- Horse ride before the “Siq”
- Seat in Coach transfer by air-conditioned leisure vehicle according to number of participants
- Aqaba Port pick up and drop off; if option selected
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- 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
What you'll see and do
Petra - Wadi Musa
You will leave the hotel early in the morning to joining a small group and drive with your informative English-Speaking Driver 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 some 2,000 years ago, this ancient rose-red rock city located 125 kilometers from Aqaba at the crossroads of age-old trading routes, to dominate ancient Arabia.
120 minutes here
Siq
Continue to 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.
120 minutes here · Admission included
The Treasury
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.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Al-Beidha
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 Aqaba, 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!
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
From Hotel-Without Entrance
Tour For Jordan Pass Holders: Standard Petra day trip from Aqaba hotels pickup and drop off included. Entrance fees are not included. Pickup included
From Hotel- Lunch inside Petra
Tour with Lunch inside Petra: Standard Petra day trip from Aqaba Hotel with Lunch inside Petra at Basin Restaurant. Pickup included
Tour With Aqaba Hotel Transfer
Standard Petra day trip with Aqaba hotels pickup and drop off included. Pickup included
Tour with Aqaba Port Transfer
Standard Petra day trip with Aqaba Port pickup and drop-off Pickup included
Tour from Hotel with Lunch
With Lunch from Aqaba Hotel: Standard Petra day trip with Aqaba Hotel pickup and drop-off with lunch in route. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Zaid Tours and Travel
Know before you go
- 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.
- Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
- Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
- For Golf Cart service at Petra, by request.
- Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
- Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
- For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees.
- Clients are advised to bring hats, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
- Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic alternative for cruise excursions to Aqaba-Petra
Booking tours in the Middle East from the US can be challenging but we had an excellent experience with Zaid Tours. The website was clear and allowed me to pay online, and communication was prompt. I was initially a little worried that I had to provide passport info but we were doing a shore excursion from a cruise and this was indeed required. I can't recommend strongly enough the benefits of doing a private tour over the cruise's own excursions for Petra. Our driver Muhammed picked us up right outside port security and left well in advance of the the cruise buses; with his smaller car he was able to take back roads that saved us quite a bit of time. It took us around two hours to get to Petra and we spent 2-3 hours there in relative peace; as we were on our way out we saw hundreds of our fellow cruise passengers just arriving! Muhammed was also great, spoke good English and provided us with bottled water and even Wifi in a clean, comfortable car; he answered lots of questions about Jordan and then took us on a quick tour of Aqaba on our way home. He also found us a fantastic guide, Iman, who had worked as an archeologist for UNESCO and was incredibly knowledgeable. Well worth the small premium over the ship excursion. Tour details: -Pickup right outside of port customs office according to your schedule -Approx. 2-hour drive to Petra, we made a rest stop at a scenic viewpoint. -Includes tickets to Petra, guide and optional horse ride. At Petra, the guide takes you through the main park one way and then you walk out by yourself (you can pay your guide extra to accompany you if needed). There is a pool of guides speaking various languages there and the driver organizes everything for you. -After spending 2-3 hours at Petra we had an included lunch with our tour. We went to Alqantarah which is a short drive from the visitor center. -The driver was flexible to stay with us through our 8PM deadline to get back to the ship (our pickup was 10:30AM) but we wanted to be back for our 7PM dinner. He showed us around Aqaba and then got us back in plenty of time. Hope this is helpful, and don't hesitate to book through Zaid!
Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu
- Price range
- $128 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Zaid Tours and Travel, who run 67 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.1.
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Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aqaba.
How much does Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba cost?
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Prices start at $128 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Aqaba usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Aqaba is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Aqaba, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Aqaba can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Aqaba and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Aqaba within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Aqaba?
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On Outty we rank every Aqaba experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 4x4 Full-Day Desert Tour, Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp, Diving, Snorkeling & Leisure Cruises by Boat. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Aqaba?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Aqaba?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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What is included in Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba?
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Included: English-Speaking Driver; Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Petra (Spanish-French by request-ava; One day entrance fees to Petra; if option Jordan Pass not selected; On board WI-FI; and Horse ride before the “Siq”. Not included: 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; and Personal Expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 54 listed pickup locations in and around Aqaba. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba offered in?
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It is offered in English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; Clients with mobility issues, please contact us; and Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Aqaba. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Full-Day Petra Tour from Aqaba?
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There are 5 options to choose from, including From Hotel-Without Entrance, From Hotel- Lunch inside Petra, Tour With Aqaba Hotel Transfer, Tour with Aqaba Port Transfer. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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