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 indicated time, we'll meet at the designated location in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. From there, we'll travel by bus to the port city of Aqaba across the border between Israel and Jordan, taking approximately 4 hours.

A guided tour of Aqaba will include narrow streets, mosques, souks, and the Mamluk Castle. After free time for lunch, we'll embark on a four-wheel drive tour of Wadi Rum, known for its stunning desert landscapes and Star Wars filming locations. We'll view the Seven Pillars of Wisdom and the Um Furth arch.

The day concludes at the camp where we'll spend the night, enjoying a sunset and a delicious dinner.

Day 2: Wadi Rum - Petra - Jerusalem

On the second day, after breakfast, we’ll depart by bus from Wadi Rum to Petra. A small picnic can be purchased for breakfast on board. After 2.5 hours, we’ll arrive at the "Rose City", exploring this ancient Nabataean capital.

The tour of Petra will showcase buildings carved into rock, the Siq Gorge, various temples, the Tomb of the Obelisks, and the Petra Treasury. You'll have 2 hours for exploration and lunch before a 5 to 6-hour return trip 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. Choices are a standard double room or a superior room resembling a space tent. All rooms feature private bathrooms and Wi-Fi. If fully booked, we will stay in a similar camp.

Pickup

During booking, various meeting points will be offered for the excursion, generally as follows:

Tel Aviv: Dan Panorama Hotel Tel Aviv or Grand Beach Hotel Tel AvivJerusalem: David Citadel Hotel Jerusalem