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 selected location in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. From there, we'll travel by bus to the port city of Aqaba, crossing the border between Israel and Jordan, a journey of approximately 4 hours.

We'll take a guided tour of Aqaba, including visits to its narrow streets, mosques, souks, and the Mamluk Castle. After free time for lunch, we will proceed with a four-wheel drive tour of Wadi Rum, known for its connections to several Star Wars movies and stunning landscapes. We will see geological formations, including the Seven Pillars of Wisdom and the Um Furth arch.

The day ends at our camp for the night, where we will enjoy a sunset over the desert and dinner.

Day 2: Wadi Rum - Petra - Jerusalem

On the second day, we'll wake up early, have breakfast, and start our bus journey from Wadi Rum to Petra, which takes about 2.5 hours. Options for a small picnic breakfast are available.

Upon arrival at the "Rose City", we will explore the ancient Nabataean capital. The guided tour includes visiting the Siq Gorge, different temples, the Tomb of the Obelisks, the Petra Treasury, and the Nabataean Theatre. You will have 2 hours of free time in Petra, after which we will have lunch and return to Israel, arriving 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, with options for a standard double room or a superior room resembling a space tent, all equipped with private bathrooms and Wi-Fi. If fully booked, we will stay in a similar camp.

Pickup

During booking, different meeting points for the excursion will be provided, typically:

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