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Is Petra Worth Visiting?

Rose-red canyons, candlelit treasury nights, desert silence at the rim. A straight answer on whether Petra is worth the trip — what makes it special, who'll love it, and the experiences that seal the deal.

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2h to 3h

Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .

This tour is led by a knowledgeable and experienced local guide who knows Petra’s secret trails and hidden mysteries.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person
10h to 12h

From Amman :Private or Group Full day tour to Petra

Our Petra tour offers a truly unique and personalized experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person
12h to 14h

From Amman: Petra and Wadi rum Private/Group Full day Tour

Our Petra private tour is the best value way to have an unforgettable Petra touring experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $80 a person
9h to 14h

Full Day Private Trip To Petra, Wadi Rum

You will see two of Jordan's most iconic and breathtaking destinations.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $94 a person
Petra day tour
48h

2-Day Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman

Experience Jordan’s top highlights over two days, traveling with a professional English-speaking driver.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Instant confirmation
From $249 a person
3h to 14h

Petra and Petra By Night Private Guided Tour

Short on time but want to see one of Jordan's most impressive sights?

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $80 a person
2h to 3h

Petra in 3 Hours – Highlights with a private guide

What makes this tour special is the local insight and personal touch.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $75 a person
9h

Private Tour: Petra and Little Petra Day Trip from Aqaba

Discover the ancient jewel in Jordan’s crown on this private day trip to Petra from Aqaba.

  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
From $187 a person
10h to 12h

Petra & Dead Sea - One day Private tour

You will explore Jordan’s natural wonders and ancient history and get some beach time floating at the Dead Sea.

  • 5.0★ · 93 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $125 a person
10h to 11h

Petra Full-Day Private Tour From Amman

Our Petra tour offers a truly unique and personalized experience.

  • 5.0★ · 58 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $85 a person
5h to 6h

Private Petra Monastery Back Trail Tour with Local Guide

* Start your Petra adventure at the Petra Visitor Center and take the free 7 AM shuttle (earlier tours may need a JOD 15 taxi).

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $289 a person
6h

Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch

the tour covers an extensive amount of the site of Petra and we save time for visitors due to entering from the back way.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $130 a person
8h to 10h

Full Day Petra Private Guided Tour

Short on time but want to see one of Jordan's most impressive sights?

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $75 a person
11h to 12h

Petra: Private Day Trip Including Little Petra & Guide from Amman

Experience Jordan’s greatest ancient treasure on this private day trip to Petra from Amman.

  • 4.6★ · 120 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $187 a person
Petra Private day trip from Amman
12h

Private Full-Day Trip to Petra from Amman

Explore UNESCO World Heritage–listed Petra — the jewel in Jordan’s crown — on this private full-day trip from Amman.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $135 a person
Martian Bubble Tent
48h

2-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum Camp & Dead Sea.

Explore Jordan’s natural wonders and ancient history on a 2-days, Private tour of Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea.

  • 4.7★ · 65 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $220 a person
8h to 12h

Day Tour To Petra From Amman

• Focus on Flexibility and Personalization: Unlike rigid group tours, this itinerary tailors to your interests, pace, and desired experiences.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $88 a person
2h to 3h

Private 3-Hour Petra Tour: Treasury, Siq & Ancient City

Expert-Led Experience: Explore Petra with a licensed local guide deeply rooted in the region.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $75 a person
12h to 14h

Private or Group Petra and wadi rum tour from Amman or Dead Sea

Our Petra and wadi rum private tour is the best value way to have an unforgettable Petra touring experience.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $70 a person
3h to 11h

Petra and Little Petra Private Guided Tour

Short on time but want to see one of Jordan's most impressive sights?

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $80 a person
24h

1 Day Tour to Petra From Sharm-el-Sheikh

ATTENTION: Days in Petra - Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $320 a person
5h to 7h

Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .

Experience the majesty of Petra like never before with a private guided tour through the lesser-known back entrance.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $180 a person
Wadi Rum
10h

From Aqaba: Private Full-Day Wadi Rum and Petra Tour

Visit south Jordan’s must-sees of Petra and the Desert f Wadi Rum in one day on a private full day trip from Aqaba.

  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
From $227 a person
48h

2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour

Experience three of Jordan's most famous highlights in a two day private tour.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $185 a person