Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .
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Petra, Jordan
- 5 to 7 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Learn more about Petra than you would on your own when you join a private guide on this full-day tour. Meet your guide at your hotel and head straight to the back entrance, skipping the crowds by entering at a different part of the famed ruins. Visit the Monastery, Qaser Al-Bint, the Royal Tombs, and more, wrapping up at the Treasury, where most people begin their tours.
- Beat crowds by using the back entrance
- Pickup from your hotel adds convenience
- Your guide provides commentary about Petra and its history
- A private tour ensures personal attention from your guide
What's Included
- Hotel Pick up.
- English speaking Guide.
- 4×4 ride to the bottom of the Monastery stairs.
- Gratitude
- Petra entry ticket .
- Hotel drop off.
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.7:00 am
Itinerary
1
Monastery (Al Dayr)
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
The Colonnaded Street
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
The Royal Tombs
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
The Treasury
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- The Hotel drop off ( 5-10 JOD per car )
- 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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Reviews
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Tyler_S, Jun 2026
It’s a hike, but well worth it. Our tour guide was fantastic and made the experience incredible. I highly recommend it
Yoko_M, Mar 2026
I decided to travel to Jordan even though there is war situation. However I am so glad that I visited Petra. It’s is absolutely peaceful and safe at the moment. Petra is so empty right now .if you are here now , Petra is all reserved to you . I stayed 3 nights , I was an only guest for whole 3 days . The Guide for Petra was amazing , I have learned not only history but culture and religion they believe. He was knowledgeable and speaks perfect English . The back door to the Monastery was not to miss . The beauty of the Petra is beyond words can express . You can enjoy beautiful views of Petra valley all the way to the monastery. I would strongly recommend to hire Bassil for the guide . You will have great time with him . Again I never felt danger while my stay and everyone welcome you .
Rasa_B, Jan 2026
We really enjoyed this experience. Basil was not only telling the history of Petra but also showing his best spots to see it. Although climbing to the monastery even backstage involves quite significant climb, it was worth it. Highly recommend.
Heather_H, Dec 2025
We had an amazing day touring Petra! The site is absolutely incredible. Bassil was a great guide and would highly recommend the tour.
Zachary_N, Dec 2025
Bassil was an amazing tour guide and very knowledgeable about Petra. He knew all the great spots that you wouldn’t see if you went alone. I had a tight schedule, as I had to make a flight after, and Bassil was really accommodating and made sure I had the best experience in the time I had. Petra is arguably the best visit I’ve ever had.
cynthiajasso, May 2025
Bassil contacted me the day before the excursion to confirm which was appreciated. He is very knowledgeable and took time to explain what we were walking past and viewing. He took some amazing photos of me in Petra. It can be very hot and the back entrance is about 7 miles to the front gate so I would recommend hiking boots. I wore flats which was my own fault but I managed to make it through. The boots will give you more grip while climbing the rocks.
Jacqueline_J, Feb 2025
We were 4 - all of us loved out trip to Petra. Taking a guide is a great idea as we learnt more and he was patient answering our many questions. A fantastic experience and certainly a safe one, as at no point did we feel our safety was at risk. We would encourage you to visit Petra.
Chris_S, Jan 2025
Jordan was safe and our tour of Petra was fantastic. Our guide Basil was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He recommended many helpful tips to make our trip memorable.
Patrick_L, Dec 2024
Do not hesitate to reserve! This tour is with an experienced guide named Bassil who has 18+ years giving tours at Petra. After booking on Viator, I reached out on the platform to Bassil for their WhatsApp contact to continue conversation and make special requests. I wanted to see the Monastery at Sunrise (7:30am) which requires very careful planning and logistics including reserving mules and checking with the gate guards one day early. Bassil fully delivered and not only did we arrive early at the Monastery at 6:57am, we were the first ones in the whole park! It was completely empty and we enjoyed a serene moment watching the sunrise and pink sky in the horizon. I will try to post a picture in this review.
After 90 minutes alone in the Monastery, other tourists began showing up. We left at about 10am to explore the rest of Petra. Bassil took us to the Marketplace, Theater, Royal Tombs, and more caves, before finishing up at the Treasury (iconic spot). Bassil gave a history lecture at each site.
There were a few stops along the way for restrooms, beverages, sitting down, etc. Petra is actually very well developed while it balances an authentic archaeological experience. I found plenty of broken pottery and marble pieces on the ground along the paths, it is really an excavation that is still alive!
I am also a coin collector and Bassil helped me find a Bedouin seller of nice looking replica coins nearby the Marketplace.
Bassil also recommended more things to do and places to eat in Petra. Bassil went WAY above and beyond by helping us buy new Bedouin winter coats "Farwa" (they were giving Star Wars Jawa vibes), brought them to our hotel to try on later that night with no obligation to purchase. Wow!!! (And yes we did buy them, and yes they look awesome with jeans and white tennis shoes.)
Tourism has dropped in Jordan in general and Petra specifically, but it is still very safe and everyone we have met are extremely welcoming, hospitable, and helpful. I recommend you visit Petra and book a guided experience with Bassil!
Manon_M, Aug 2024
Our tour with Bassil was incredible ! My boyfriend and I really enjoyed and appreciated all the information Bassil shared with us. Thanks to him, we discovered a lot about Petra and its origin, Jordan people and culture. If you have to choose one tour in Petra pick this one ! You will take the back entrance road which is less touristic and you will see all the treasures of the antic city from a different view.
Really an amazing tour and guide ! Go ahead !
Kayla_T, Jun 2024
100% recommend booking this tour with Bassil. It was an amazing experience that we will remember forever. The trek from the back door is breathtaking and builds on the experience of Petra. Bassil was absolutely fantastic, very kind and knowledgeable. We enjoyed spending the day with him. Jordan has been an incredible experience for us and this tour was definitely a highlight.
marieemilie_f, Apr 2024
Bassil is a fantastic guide; he knows how to tell Petra's history. Visiting Petra with him was amazing. I will recommand this experience!
Amy_L, Apr 2024
I chose this experience since I knew I wanted to go in the back entrance to Petra and it already had excellent reviews. Bassil was my guide and he is amazing. I’m pretty slow and even though this is the easier route, it’s no joke with that sun shining hard on you. (But listen, there were young kids and people older than me doing this too, lol) Bassil was so patient with me. He explained what we were seeing along the way. Overall an amazing experience I highly recommend. And if you come in the back way, you don’t have to turn around and hike all the way back to the front. Phew! If any safety concerns about Jordan, please know it is very safe. As a solo female traveler, I had no qualms about coming back here. Jordanian people are friendly, welcoming, generous, and the hospitality can’t be beat.
rjminfire, Apr 2024
Great experience with Bassil! He was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. We enjoyed every moment and view.
Samuel_P, Sep 2023
This tour is the best way to experience Petra. We were able to experience a hike most tourists don’t get to and were able to see the Monastery with only a few other tourists. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and knew places to show us that we would not have seen otherwise. He was very kind and hospitable. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting a true Petra experience!
JeanMatthieu_S, Apr 2023
Très bonne manière de découvrir Petra différemment avec un très bon guide qui tout en nous donnant plein d’informations sur le site nous a fait découvrir des endroits magnifiques et souvent peu connus et moins fréquentés
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