Day Trips from Aqaba to Siq

The city of Petra, the capital of the Nabataean Arabs, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, It is Located 240 km south of the capital Amman, and 120 km north of the Red Sea town of Aqaba Petra the world wonder is undoubtedly Jordan's most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction, and it is visited by tourists from all over the world. It is not known precisely when Petra was built, but the city began to prosper as the capital of the Nabataean Empire from the 1st century BC, which grew rich through trade in frankincense, myrrh, and spices. Petra was later annexed to the Roman Empire and continued to thrive until a large earthquake in 363 AD destroyed much of the city in the 4th century AD.

Visiting Petra from Aqaba is easiest by guided tour: freeing you from arranging your own transport, ticket, and guide. With this day trip, travel to the UNESCO-listed rock city by shared coach or minivan, and explore in a small group for a less-crowded experience. See the Siq, Treasury, and more; get free time to explore alone, and enjoy a short horseback ride as an included extra, all alongside included admission.

Making your own day trip to Petra from Aqaba means arranging your own transport and a guide once there—both unwanted diversions on a hard-earned vacation. This private full-day tour includes return private transport, a licensed guide at Petra, your entry fee, and lunch. So all you need do is admire the ancient rock city with your personal guide, with no distractions or travel worries.

Make the best of your visit to Jordan and visit one of the most emblematic and historical Nabatean capital which dominated for a long time the Arabian trade routes. The city of Petra is one of the must see places in the Middle East. Enjoy a private transfer from your hotel or cruise port in Aqaba to Petra all along the desert highway (around 2,5 hours). Once in Petra meet your private official tour guide and discover this wonderful site. Make sure you bring good walking shoes and a backpack for beverages, camera and other stuff. Terrain is uneven and whole Petra is only walkable.