Petra Jordan Tours from Sharm El Sheikh

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Duration

1- Day

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, Russian

About this tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Petra, also known as the Rose City due to the stunning hue of its stone, to explore this historical and archaeological marvel. This tour includes visits to the ancient

Included

Air-conditioned transportation throughout Petra and Sharm El Sheikh
Return ferry tickets (SSH-JRD-SSH)
All entrance fees to the attractions listed in the itinerary
Lunch at a local restaurant
Professional English-speaking guide
Bottled water on the bus
Visa to Jordan and re-entry visa for Sharm El Sheikh (Gulf of Aqaba Free Zone)

Excluded

Drinks at the restaurant
Any additional expenses not mentioned in the itinerary

Itinerary

Pick-Up: You will be collected from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh at approximately 1:30 AM every Wednesday and Saturday.
Travel to Nuweiba: On your way to Nuweiba Marine, we will make stops in Dahab and Nuweiba to gather other guests.
Ferry Crossing to Jordan: Once at the marine, our team will assist you onto the boat for your journey to Jordan.
Transfer to Petra: Upon arrival in Jordan, you will board an air-conditioned vehicle with your guide for the drive to Petra, where your tour begins.
Siq Canyon Walk: Experience the breathtaking entrance to Petra as you walk through the Siq, a narrow gorge over 1 kilometer long, surrounded by stunning sandstone formations. This natural passageway was historically significant for the Nabateans, offering both beauty and strategic defense.
Visit to Al Khazneh (The Treasury): As you exit the Siq, you will be greeted by the magnificent sight of Al Khazneh, the Treasury, a stunning façade carved into the rock face during the first century BC.
Roman Theater & Royal Tombs: After exploring the Treasury, visit the Roman Theater, dating back to the Byzantine era, and the Royal Tombs. The Nabateans were exceptional engineers, creating intricate systems for water conservation and crafting their structures directly from the surrounding rock.
Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Mövenpick Hotel in the city center.
Visit Al Habis Fort: After lunch, continue to Al Habis Fort, a hilltop fortress from the Crusader period, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the deep gullies and uniquely colored rock formations of Petra.
Return to Sharm El Sheikh: We will depart Petra at approximately 6:45 PM and drive to Aqaba, where you will have one hour of free time for shopping. Afterward, we will take the ferry back to Nuweiba Marine and then return to Sharm El Sheikh by bus, arriving after midnight for your hotel transfer.