Petra & Wadi Rum 2-Day Tour

Can you imagine going on a desert safari and exploring one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World? Combine both plans on this 2-day tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. Plus, we'll visit the city of Aqaba and discover Star Wars sets.

Itinerary

Day 1: Jerusalem - Aqaba - Wadi Rum

At the designated time, we'll meet in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv and travel by bus to Aqaba, crossing the border between Israel and Jordan, a journey of approximately 4 hours.

We'll take a guided tour of Aqaba, visiting its narrow streets, mosques, and souks, including the Mamluk Castle, a 16th-century Ottoman fortress with panoramic views. After lunch, we'll switch to a four-wheel drive for a tour of Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, known for Star Wars filming locations.

We will see the Seven Pillars of Wisdom and the Um Furth arch as we travel this remarkable landscape. Our day ends at the camp where we'll spend the night, enjoying dinner and a desert sunset.

Day 2: Wadi Rum - Petra - Jerusalem

On the second day, we'll wake up early, have breakfast, and begin our bus journey from Wadi Rum to Petra, approximately 2.5 hours away. There is an option to buy a small picnic for breakfast.

Upon arrival, we will explore the ancient Nabataean capital, over 2,300 years old, which is the most significant archaeological site in Jordan. During our tour of Petra, we will see buildings carved into the rock, walk through the Siq Gorge, and visit several key sites including the Petra Treasury.

You'll have 2 hours of free time in Petra for lunch before we conclude the day with a 5 to 6-hour road trip back to Israel, arriving in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv between 2 am and 3:15 am.

Accommodation

This tour includes one night's accommodation at the Magic Rum Camp on a half-board basis. You can opt for a standard double room or a superior option resembling a space tent, all with private bathrooms and Wi-Fi. If unavailable, we will stay in a similar camp.

Pickup

During the booking process, we will offer various meeting points to start the excursion, which may vary seasonally:

Tel Aviv: Dan Panorama Hotel or Grand Beach HotelJerusalem: David Citadel Hotel