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Petra in Depth: 2 Days with Petra by Night

The Petra most day-trippers never see

  • 2 days / 1 night
  • Little Petra (Siq al-Barid), Petra
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View over Petra from the High Place of Sacrifice Al-Khazneh, the Treasury of Petra, viewed from above Al-Khazneh, the iconic Nabataean facade at Petra The Monastery, one of Petra's largest monuments Columned chamber carved into rock at Siq al-Barid The Treasury from the viewpoint above, Petra, Jordan
Duration
2 days / 1 night
Start
Pick-up 6:00 in Amman
Group
Private
Guide languages
English, Arabic

Highlights

  • Guided main valley and High Place of Sacrifice (optional add-on)
  • Petra by Night (Sun–Thu)
  • Back trail from Little Petra to the Monastery
  • Viewpoint above the Treasury

About this experience

One day in Petra is a taste; two days let you understand it. On day one you explore the main valley and climb to the High Place of Sacrifice (with a licensed guide if you add one), and in the evening you return for Petra by Night (Sunday–Thursday).

Day two begins at Little Petra with the back trail over the mountains to the Monastery, and you finish at the viewpoint above the Treasury before driving back to Amman or on to Wadi Rum.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Amman – Petra

    Arrive by 9:00 and visit the Siq, Treasury, Street of Facades and the High Place of Sacrifice (guided when you add a guide). Petra by Night in the evening. Overnight Wadi Musa.

  2. Day 2

    Little Petra – Monastery – return

    Little Petra and the back trail (2.5 h) to the Monastery, down through the city, viewpoint above the Treasury. Drive back to Amman or continue to Wadi Rum or Aqaba.

Times are a guide – on a private tour you can change the pace and the order.

Guides and meals described above are included only when “What's included” lists them; otherwise you can add them under “Add to your booking”.

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The detailed day-by-day programme with approximate timings, plus a guide to every place you will visit and useful travel tips – ready to print or share.

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What's included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver throughout
  • Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Bottled water every day
  • 24/7 local support on WhatsApp

What's not included

  • Hotel nights – not included in the price; book your own, or ask us and we can suggest hotels on your route
  • Entrance tickets – the Jordan Pass covers only the sites on its list; the Petra by Night ticket is bought separately. Add tickets under “Add to your booking”.
  • Licensed guide – add one under “Add to your booking”
  • Meals – add lunch or dinner under “Add to your booking” (drinks not included)
  • International flights and Jordan visa (the visa fee is waived for eligible visitors with the Jordan Pass if they stay at least 2 consecutive nights)
  • Tips for driver and guides
  • Travel insurance

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • The Jordan Pass (printed or on your phone)
  • Walking shoes, hat and sunscreen
  • Warm layers for Wadi Rum nights
  • Swimwear for the Dead Sea

Good to know

  • Buy the Jordan Pass online before you travel: it covers Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash and more than 40 other sites, and, for eligible visitors, waives the tourist visa fee if you stay at least 2 consecutive nights (3 days).
  • Hotels are not included: stay where you prefer, or ask us and we can suggest hotels from 3★ to 5★ on your route (the Wadi Rum camp is booked with your tent).
  • If your Petra night falls on a Friday or Saturday, Petra by Night is replaced by a Bedouin dinner.
  • Camp tents: choose a tent for 2 or for 3 people. For bigger groups the tents are added automatically – e.g. 5 guests with the tent for 3 = one tent for 3 and one tent for 2; with the tent for 2 or the bubble tent, one tent for every 2 guests.

Places you visit

Questions travellers ask

Is the price per person or per group?

Not per person: the price is for your private car with driver, for your group only – choose the vehicle that fits your group. Add-ons such as tickets, guides and meals are priced as shown next to each one, and the total updates live as you choose.

Can I change the pick-up time?

Yes. We suggest a time that avoids the heat and the crowds, and you can adjust it after booking by message or WhatsApp.

How do I pay?

Choose your payment method at checkout. You will receive an instant booking email, and our team confirms your driver (and guide, if you added one) within a few hours.

Cancellation policy

Multi-day packages

  • 14 days or more before arrival Free – full refund
  • Less than 14 days to 7 days before arrival 30% of the package price
  • Less than 7 days to 72 hours before arrival 60% of the package price
  • Less than 72 hours before arrival 100% of the package price

Full cancellation and refund policy

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