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Petra Tour with Overnight in Aqaba – 1 Day

Our one day Petra tour with an overnight in Aqaba is the most relaxing way to see Petra in just one day, without the hassle of crossing the border twice.

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Available Every Day Duration: 1 Day

Guaranteed Departures No minimum number of pax

Free Cancellation Up to 48 hours in advance

No Pre-Arranged Visa Needed For most nationalities

About This Tour

Our one day tour to Petra with an overnight in Aqaba is an amazing way to experience Jordan. Our tours depart every day and offer travelers the option to stay in Aqaba for 1 or 2 nights. Picking you up in Eilat and crossing the border the day before your tour to Petra, you’ll stay overnight in a hotel in the Jordanian resort city of Aqaba. The next morning you’ll depart on your adventure to Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. At Petra, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive tour, including all the major highlights and photo opportunities. It’ll be a lot to take in, but many of our guests reflect on this day as one of their greatest travel experiences ever! After enjoying an authentic Jordanian lunch, you’ll head back for a second overnight in Aqaba if requested, or if not, cross back to Eilat in the evening, with memories to last a lifetime. If you choose to stay for 1 night, you can do this before or after your visit to Petra. If you choose to stay for 2 nights, both before and after Petra, you will save the cost of the Jordanian visa.

You may choose to start the tour in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv at an extra cost. If you want the option with 2 nights in Aqaba, please send us an email at info@touristisrael.com and we will confirm the option for you. Arranging your own stay in Aqaba? Check out this tour.

The Jordanian visa fee of $60 is not required if you stay for 2 or more nights in Jordan. If you choose to spend two nights in Aqaba, the total cost of your tour will be similar to the cost of the one day tour from Eilat.

Highlights

Free time to explore Aqaba, enjoy its water sports and attractions
Overnight in Aqaba at a hotel
Transfer to Petra through the desert, passing through Wadi Rum
Enjoy a guided tour of the ‘lost city of Petra’ including the Siq, Obelisk Tomb, Calligraphy, Treasury, Jabal Madbach (sacrificial palace), Tombs, Theater, Mountaintop Tombs
Eat an authentic local Jordanian style lunch at Petra

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Petra 1 Day Tour with Overnight in Aqaba Itinerary

Day before - 18:00

Pick up from Eilat

Transfer to border crossing and to your hotel in Aqaba. You can also have the night in Aqaba after the tour if preferred and return to Eilat on the following morning.

8:00

Breakfast at hotel in Aqaba

8:30

Pickup from hotel in Aqaba and travel through the beautiful desert to Petra

12:00

Guided tour of Petra

Take a short horse ride (optional)

16:00

Lunch in a local restaurant

17:00

Drive past Wadi Rum (overview from the road)

18:00

Free time in Aqaba

19:00

Overnight in Aqaba or return to Eilat

For those staying 2 nights in Aqaba or who opted to have their one night after Petra, you will return to your hotel.
For those who stayed one night in Aqaba before Eilat, you will return to Eilat.

Day after - 8:00

Return to Eilat

Those who stayed in Aqaba after their tour of Petra will cross the border back to Eilat.

Prices and Booking

1 day Petra Tour with 2 Overnights in Aqaba	Available Every day
Adult	from $299 per person
Children (2-12)	from $229 per person

1 day Petra Tour with 1 Overnight in Aqaba	Available Every day
Adult	from $245 per person
Children (2-12)	from $175 per person

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What's Included

Pickup from and return to Eilat in modern, regulated, fully air-conditioned vehicles

Border assistance

Transportation between Aqaba and Petra

Entrance fee for Petra – worth approximately $70

Guided tour in Petra

Hotel in Aqaba (1 or 2 nights)

Breakfast, lunch, and water bottle

What's Excluded

Border fee, $65 person, which should be paid in cash at the border

Visa fee,$60 per person to be paid in cash – this is waived if staying 2 nights

Tips

Drinks and meals not mentioned in the itinerary above

Travel insurance

Important Information

Travel prep

What do your tour prices include?

Each of our tours clearly states what is included in the price and what is not. Generally speaking, the listed tour price includes everything except for the border fee and visa fee – this means guiding, transport, and entrance fees are included on all tours. Where applicable, overnight accommodation, flight transfers, and meals are also included. Please read the detailed information on the tour you are booking in order to see exactly what is included.

When do I pay the border fees and visa fees?

For tours crossing at the Sheikh Hussein Border in the north – our representative will collect the $65 border fee in cash upon pickup. Our Jordanian representative will collect the $60 visa fee in cash on the Jordanian side of the border (only for those 2-day tours). For tours crossing at the Yitzhak Rabin/Arava Border in the south – our Israel representative will collect the $65 border fee in cash when you arrive at the border. Our Jordanian representative will collect the $60 visa fee in cash on the Jordanian side of the border (only for those on 1 and 2-day tours).

How does the border crossing work from Israel to Jordan?

The border crossing process is pretty simple and stress-free. All of our tours from Israel to Petra include border assistance service. More details about the crossing procedure at the Arava Border near Eilat (which the majority of our tours use) can be found here.

Can I pay in cash or credit card?

You will pay for your tour with a credit card when booking. Payment of visa fees, border fees, and tips must be in cash. You may bring cash and/or credit cards with you for personal needs on your trip.

How much cash should I bring with me?

Everyone traveling on our tours should bring $65 for the border fee. Travelers on 1 or 2 day tours should bring $60 for the visa fee. It is recommended to tip your guide and driver $5. It is also recommended to bring extra cash for souvenirs, food, and other personal needs.

Will there be changes to the itinerary?

As per our terms & conditions, Petra from Israel reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time. This happens rarely and only to meet travelers’ satisfaction. These changes will be reflected on the website and will be emailed to you in a reminder about your tour the day before departure. Please also note that all times on the itinerary are approximate, as we cannot always account for certain delays, including traffic, weather conditions, and more.

What should I bring with me?

We recommend bringing good walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water, and snacks. Warm clothing/a jacket are also recommended for overnight tours and tours during the winter months. We also recommend that you bring extra cash.

How can I upgrade to a chalet or Martian tent in Wadi Rum? How much does it cost?

Upgrades are subject to availability, so requests must be made in advance. We highly recommend selecting the chalet option when booking your tour, or contact us to arrange it, at least 24 hours in advance of your tour. Chalet upgrades are $120 per chalet ($60 when shared). The Martian tents are $240 per tent ($120 per person when shared) and must be arranged upon booking. Please contact us after completing your booking to confirm your Martian tent upgrade.

What if I’m traveling alone?

Visitors traveling alone on our tours will be charged a single traveler supplement fee of $25/night. If you are staying in the Bedouin camp, you have the option to upgrade to a chalet or Martian tent, both of which you will have to pay the entire price for if you are not sharing it with another traveler.

What kind of hotels do you use?

We use 3-star hotels on all our overnight tours, all of which have a 4 out of 5 or higher score on TripAdvisor. The regular hotel we use at Petra is generally considered to be 4-star. We often change hotels due to seasons and demand, but we are happy to give you an exact hotel name for your trip if you contact us with dates. Some tours include overnights in a Bedouin camp instead of hotels, but you may opt for a hotel instead if you ask in advance to arrange this.

Discounts and Allowances

Do children need to pay full price?

Children under 12 receive a $70 discount on all tours. Babies under 2 are offered all tours for free if they sit on lap (please note we don’t provide baby-seats).

Is there a discount for students?

Students receive a 5% discount on all group tours.

Fees and Visa

Do I need a visa to enter Jordan?

Yes. However, the visa fee is waived for those staying more than 48 hours (anyone on our three- and four-day tours). Whether or not you need to arrange your visa in advance depends on which country’s passport you are traveling with. For full visa information according to nationality, please read more.

Do I need to arrange my visa in advance?

Travelers from many countries can simply get a visa on arrival at the border, but some nationalities are required to arrange a visa in advance. Please read here to see if you need to pre-arrange your visa.

Are the border fees and visa fees included in the price?

The border and visa fees are not included in the tour price and are to be paid to the representative, in cash.

What is the difference between a border fee and a visa fee?

The visa fee is a $60 fee charged by the Jordanian Border Authorities for all visas. This fee is only required if a visitor is staying for less than 48 hours – so those staying for 2 nights or more do not need to pay this fee. The $65 border fee is charged by Petra from Israel and covers the departure tax from Israel, the departure tax for operated groups from Jordan, arrangement and preparation of Jordanian visas, assistance from a border representative upon arriving in Jordan, and assistance from a border representative upon exiting Jordan.

How much are the border and visa fees?

The border fee is $65 and the visa fee is $60.

When do I pay the border fees and visa fees?

Can I pay in cash or credit card?

Cancellation Policy

Terms and conditions

Please read our tour terms and conditions here.

Can I cancel my tour?

You may cancel your tour at any time. Tours that include overnights and are canceled more than 48 hours in advance will receive a 95% refund. One day tours that are canceled more than 24 hours in advance will receive a 95% refund. Day tours canceled within 24 hours of departure time and tours of two or more days that are not canceled within 48 hours of the departure time are not refundable.