Petra and Wadi Rum 2 Day Tour from Jerusalem

Highlights

Travel to Wadi Rum to check into Bedouin glamping style campsite. Enjoy optional activities such as hiking and camel rides
Explore Wadi Rum with a Jeep safari through this lunar desert landscape when the temperatures are cooler, this is the optimal time to take photos, at the magic hour
Overnight accommodation in a Bedouin campsite in Wadi Rum in Deluxe Tent with bed, electricity, private bathroom, heating and air conditioning
Enjoying the Bedouin hospitality and authentic meals including Zarb (Bedouin barbecue, salads, spreads, bread, and more)
Enjoy a guided tour of Petra's highlights, al Siq, the Treasury, the Obelisk Tomb, the Calligraphy, Jabal Madbach (sacrificial palace), the Tombs, the Theater, and the Mountaintop Tombs

Summary

Embark on a captivating two-day Petra and Wadi Rum Tour from Jerusalem, featuring a drive through the Negev Desert, Aqaba exploration, an exciting Wadi Rum Jeep Safari, a starlit Bedouin camp stay, and a guided Petra archaeological tour

Tour info

Duration

2 days

Why take this tour?

Our Petra and Wadi Rum Tour from Jerusalem departs every day, offering two full days in Jordan and guaranteed departures. It begins with a stunning drive through the Negev Desert to the Jordanian Border. From here, travel to Aqaba and explore Jordan’s only Red Sea city, before continuing to the Wadi Rum Desert and checking into your Bedouin glamping style accommodation. Before sunset, enjoy an Jeep Safari tour with a local Bedouin and your guide, taking in the desert landscape and enjoying the best time to take photos, and the perfect afternoon temperature. Gaze at the starlit sky with an overnight stay in a Bedouin campsite. The next morning, enjoy optional morning activities at sunrise and after a leisurely breakfast, you will ride along the desert highway leading to Petra, one of the greatest UNESCO recognized archaeological sites. With an experienced guide, you will explore the wonders of this ancient city. Later, you will enjoy free time to explore more of Petra at your own pace.

What’s included?

All transportation from the centralized pick up location
Hand-picked expert tour guide
Accommodation in Bedouin campsite or hotel including dinner and breakfast
$70 worth of entry fees to Petra
Jeep safari tour in Wadi Rum led by a local Bedouin guide
Border assistance
Lunch at a local restaurant in Petra
Border crossing fee of US$65 which should be paid by credit card on the Israeli side and visa fee of $60 which should be paid in cash on the Jordanian side
Lunch
Drinks
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities

Frequently asked questions

Are all entrance fees included in the price?

This tour includes $70 worth of entry fees to Petra. However, it does not include the border fee, it has to be paid on the spot, US$65 per person, which you can pay by credit card, cash or NIS, it also does not include the Visa fee is US$60 which must be paid in cash.

Can I use a credit card in Jordan?

Most places accept credit cards, but we recommend traveling with US$ in cash, or JOD, the local currency.

Can Tourist Israel assist with the Visa to Jordan?

Most nationalities do not need to pre-arrange a visa, if this is the case, you only need to provide your group passport information (Full name, date of birth, Passport number, Expiration date, and Citizenship) and fill the Jordanian Declaration form https://www.visitjordan.gov.jo/form/ You can find the list of countries that require a visa here https://moi.gov.jo/EN/Pages/Restricted_and_Non_Restricted_Countries_Nationalities If your nationality requires a visa pre-arranged, you will have to do this process on your own.

Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Each passenger can bring up to one big suitcase an one carry-on bag

What is the border crossing name when going to Petra?

The Border crossing name is “Wadi Araba Border”

When will I come back to Jerusalem after the tour?

The return to Jerusalem is expected around 00:00, please take into account this is an estimate

Where is the pick-up location for the tour?

Our pick-up point in Jerusalem is located at the David Citadel Hotel, King David St 7, Jerusalem. The tour departs at 3:00 am

Things to know

Before you go

Please note, border fees and visa fees are NOT included in the tour price and are paid directly at the border, in cash. Border fee is for departure tax from Israel, the departure tax for operated groups from Jordan, arrangement, and preparation of Jordan visa, assistance service from border representative on departure from Israel, assistance service from border representative on arrival in Jordan and assistance service from border representative on departure from Jordan
Israeli passport holders (or holders of dual passports with an Israeli passport) must use their Israeli passport at every border crossing
To properly arrange your visa, it is critical that you provide us with your passport details before your tour starts
Please note that religious items are not allowed in Jordan. Do not bring them with you to the tour as it may cause issues crossing the border.
We are able to arrange a visa for most nationalitie. Certain nationalities are required to arrange a visa in advance. Please contact us in case of questions
You can enhance your stay by adding a Camel ride and a Stargazing experience to your booking

Cancellation Policy

For a 100% refund minus a 5% credit card processing fee, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Tourist Israel Tours offer daily and package tours across Israel and Jordan, as well as custom and private tours designed to your individual needs. Backed by Israel's largest travel information website, Tourist Israel Tours offer a wealth of custom tours which are designed around the individual customer, as well as offering a range of regular departure group tours from cities across Israel. We'll be happy to help with any enquiries you might have.

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Highlights

Travel to Wadi Rum to check into Bedouin glamping style campsite. Enjoy optional activities such as hiking and camel rides

Explore Wadi Rum with a Jeep safari through this lunar desert landscape when the temperatures are cooler, this is the optimal time to take photos, at the magic hour

Overnight accommodation in a Bedouin campsite in Wadi Rum in Deluxe Tent with bed, electricity, private bathroom, heating and air conditioning

Enjoying the Bedouin hospitality and authentic meals including Zarb (Bedouin barbecue, salads, spreads, bread, and more)

Enjoy a guided tour of Petra's highlights, al Siq, the Treasury, the Obelisk Tomb, the Calligraphy, Jabal Madbach (sacrificial palace), the Tombs, the Theater, and the Mountaintop Tombs

Summary

Tour info

Why take this tour?

What’s included?

All transportation from the centralized pick up location

Hand-picked expert tour guide

Accommodation in Bedouin campsite or hotel including dinner and breakfast

$70 worth of entry fees to Petra

Jeep safari tour in Wadi Rum led by a local Bedouin guide

Border assistance

Lunch at a local restaurant in Petra

Border crossing fee of US$65 which should be paid by credit card on the Israeli side and visa fee of $60 which should be paid in cash on the Jordanian side

Lunch

Drinks

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

Frequently asked questions

Things to know

Before you go

Cancellation Policy

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