Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .
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Petra, Jordan
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Expert Guide
- Hotel Pick-up (Within Petra region only )
- Entrance tickets
- Hotel drop off
- Gratuities ( Optional )
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
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Petra
3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Bassil was an excellent guide for our trip to Petra. He provided clear communication regarding details prior to the trip and picked us up from our hotel on the morning of the tour. He was very personable and provided a detailed history of Petra while allowing us to view the sites at our own pace. He was an excellent guide and we would recommend him to anyone looking for a convenient and pleasant Petra tour.
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We came to Jordan from the US despite all the bad press the Middle East is getting due to the war. Jordan is very safe, and there are no crowds!
Bassil has guided in Petra for 18 years and not only knows Petra, but knows all the vendors and service providers in Petra. We had such a great experience with him the first day, we booked him to take us in the back entrance on the next day.
Tour guide is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He also gave us some freedom to tailor the spots we wanted to visit. Would totally recommend.
We had the best experience with Bassil on our first visit to Petra. He made a long day of walking easy and it was clear from the start how much he enjoyed his job and how knowledgeable he was about the area. Absolutely one of our favorite guides of the trip- he got us through some big sites in the first three hours and then gave us his recommendations for the rest of the day. Truly lived up to all our hopes and we can’t stop recommending Petra to be added to everyone’s travel wish list immediately!
Given the conflict in the region, we had the site mostly to ourselves. It was amazing for us, but sad to see for the local economy. Everyone should stop questioning it and just book! Amazing experience.
Bassil was our guide and was very knowledgeable and communicated the history of Petra superbly. I would recommend him for a guide.
Bassil was such a wonderful guide - friendly and personable. Our conversations were so enlightening, not only about Petra, but Jordan, and the differences between our countries, be it education, homes, energy and more. Highly, highly recommend.
As a side note, we travelled during March 2026, and nearly had Petra to ourselves due to reduced tourism due to the conflict in the Middle East - we felt very safe and would encourage others that are considering a visit to go.
We had an excellent experience with our private tour guide Bassil in Petra. From the very start, he was professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable about the history, culture, and hidden details of the site. Walking through the Siq and seeing the Treasury with his explanations truly brought Petra to life in a way we would have missed on our own.
He paced the tour perfectly, making sure we saw the major highlights while also tailoring the experience to our interests and energy level. He was attentive, patient, and always happy to answer questions, offering insightful stories and context throughout the day. His local knowledge also helped us avoid the busiest crowds and discover some quieter viewpoints and photo spots.
Highly recommend him.
I had an excellent experience with my guide, Bassil, at Petra. He was engaging, deeply knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history and significance of the site. He brought the ruins to life with context and storytelling, without ever overwhelming or rushing the experience.
Just as important, he was attentive and adaptable - happy to answer questions, adjust pace, and point out details I would have completely missed on my own. I left Petra feeling like I truly understood what I was seeing, not just that I had walked through it.
I would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Petra, especially if you value insight, professionalism, and a guide who genuinely enhances the experience.
We did this with a 5 year old and 3 year old (my 5 yo had a broken collarbone at the time and was in a sling). We loved it, wonderful experience. Words can’t describe Petra well enough, you have to try it for yourself. But it is amazing, and people are incredible friendly. Thanks to our guide Bassil who was knowledgeable and patient. Try the camels and donkeys if you can too!
Basil was excellent as a guide. Knowledgeable and attentive. He made the tour interesting and pleasant
Bassil was an excellent guide for our trip to Petra. He provided clear communication regarding details prior to the trip and picked us up from our hotel on the morning of the tour. He was very personable and provided a detailed history of Petra while allowing us to view the sites at our own pace. He was an excellent guide and we would recommend him to anyone looking for a convenient and pleasant Petra tour.
Bassil was an amazing tour guide. He was very knowledgable and made our experience at Petra unique and special.
Good tour of Petra with overview of history and other details. Bassil was good guide and took us to important lookouts and provided us lot of practical tips
Bassil was a fantastic guide! Very accommodating and informative on the history of Petra and Jordan. He made my trip easy and I was really happy I booked this guided tour. Highly recommend for solo travelers or even group travelers who want to know more about Petra.
Best tour of Petra! We were able to see all of the main sights during our 3 hour tour, with the option of additional self exploration after. It was the best way to see Petra.
He offered a great experience with a depth of knowledge that you wouldn't get from reading Western Literature. I would recommend his service to all that visit Petra.
This trip is well worth it. Our tour guide was Bassil he was a local and explained everything we needed to know.
He organised the itinerary. Explained what we will see and how to get there.
He also gave us an abundant amount of information, stories, history, culture and religion explaining the area and its significance
Doing this tour without basil would have been like seeing a movie without sound.
Excellent itinerary. An excellent guide very well worth it.
Bassil, gave us some tips and advice for the next day. Where to go and what to see
Thank you bassil!!
Bassil was a terrific tour guide and was able to show us sites and viewpoints that we probably wouldn't have found otherwise. He was very knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting. He cover the part of Patra that lads up to the stairs that climb to the Monastery, which you can then do on your own.
Bassil is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend!!! We had a great day in Petra with him
Fantastic guide who was excellent at interpreting the ancient culture and easy going also. As a guide myself I can recognise a good collegue. Money well spent.
It involves a lot of walking but horses and golf carts are available when needed. Bassil is knowledgeable about the history and went out of his way to help my disabled husband.
Bassil contacted me before the meet and met us on time in our hotel reception. He took us into the site and explained lots of history as we walked through the site. Also explained other things to do for the rest of the day and where exactly to find access to these. So after he left us we trekked to the monastery and then to the sacrifice point. We did most of the site in 8 hours. Not to he missed and this was a great way to do this with a guide for the first half and then take your time finishing off the site.
Bassil was wonderful. He made contact the day prior to confirm our tour.
He had a wealth of knowledge about Petra and made great recommendations and helped me plan what to see outside of the tour. Definitely hike to the high alter if you want spectacular views.
I'll start my review by stating that I am a solo female traveler from the United States on my first trip to Jordan. I was a little nervous about visiting, especially with the political state of Gaza.....but it was SO SAFE and everyone was very friendly and helpful! Bassil was WONDERFUL, even picking me up from a hotel outside of the usual radius! He provided so much knowledge about Petra and took amazing photos for me! Not only is he a great guide, but a wonderful person and so fun to talk to! I was on limited time and Bassil made sure I saw the important things before I had to catch a taxi to the airport. 100% reccomend Bassil, best Petra guide!
Solo traveler from the US- I got lucky being paired with Bassil. He definitely knows his stuff & he has a great sense of humor! He seems to have a relationship with every local there, vendors included, while also advocating for you & ensuring you pay fair prices for any purchases.
We had a great tour with Bassil! He was very knowledgeable about the history. We only had a short period of time to visit and felt like he gave us great highlights and history! We walked away feeling like we had a great visit!
My wife and I enjoyed our guided tour of Petra with Bassil. Bassil was friendly and informative and took us on a good route beyond the Treasury that provided sweeping views especially of the theater. At the conclusion of the tour, he showed us where to catch a free shuttle bus back to the parking lot at the visitor center, which was appreciated.
Bassil was our guide. He was friendly and knowledgeable and paced the tour well. He had good suggestions for how to structure the tour in order to get good views and to avoid sites that weren't as worth the time. He helped us to navigate the Bedouin merchants as well.
We would book with him again.
Exceptional - lovely way to experience and learn about one of the most amazing wonders of the World. Jordan needs us and when the people are as exceptional as this service - extraordinary
Petra was amazing. Definitely worth the hike up to the monastery . While the sites alone are incredible, this tour provides so much history and backstory behind the ruins.
We had an amazing time with Bassil! He knows everything and has some special spots in Petra. The tour was wonderful and we feel like we covered the majority of the site
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