3 Days tour from Araba Border

Wadi Araba Border Crossing, Jordan - Wadi Araba Border Crossing, Jordan
  • Ad Deir, Petra
  • Bedouin Camp in Wadi Rum
  • Little Petra
  • The Treasury

Details

3 Days | 2 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs: Every day
Accommodation: 3* Hotels, Camp
Minimum Age: 2

Tour Description


This itinerary is recommended for travellers looking for a 3 day tour in the south of the Kingdom from the Araba Border. On arrival, drive straight to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Petra here see impeccable sandstones, be amazed at how the early Arabs built the place. Short ride, visit the little version of Petra then head to spectacular desert of Wadi Rum for an exciting jeep ride with an overnight stay in a Bedouin camp.

Highlights

  • Wonder in the Red-rose city of Petra.
  • Embark a jeep to explore the vast desert of Wadi Rum.
  • Visit the small version of Petra, Little Petra.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Araba Border - Petra Visit - Petra    

2 Stops

1

Araba Border

Our representative awaits you inside the Jordan Terminal of Araba Border holding a signage. Transfer 2 hours to Petra.

2 hours

2

Petra

Meet your local gate and start exploring the most highlight of this tour, Petra. First established around 6th century B.C. by the Nabataean Arabs a nomadic tribe who settled in the area and laid the foundation of a commercial empire that extended into Syria. See the famous Treasury monument after passing the 1.5 km canyon. Continue to the street façade, royal tombs, and Qasr Al Bint. If situation permits, climb the 800 steps to the Monastery Ad Deir. Return through the same route back to the main gate. Proceed to your hotel and overnight in Petra.

3 hours

3* Petra Palace Hotel or similar

Day 2
Petra - Little Petra - Wadi Rum    

2 Stops

1

Little Petra

Morning time, transfer to the bizarre landscape of Little Petra. Here, we visit the Siq el-Barid, a miniature Petra with its modest gorge (Siq) that leads into an area of carved tombs and monuments.

45 mins

2

Wadi Rum

Continue to protected area of Wadi Rum, one of the most impressing desert landscapes in the world. Here still Bedouins live in a traditional way, and by 4x4 Jeep Tour, you discover canyons, sand dunes and Nabatean rock inscriptions. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

2 hours

Wadi Rum Quiet Village Camp
Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3
Wadi Rum - Araba Border    

1 Stop

1

Araba Border

We leave the desert and transfer to Araba Border to say farewell. Ma’a Salamah!

1 hour

Breakfast

Inclusions


  • Transfers in private, air conditioned vehicle with English speaking, assisting driver.
  • 1x overnight Wadi Rum Camp with breakfast and dinner, private tent/sharing bathroom.
  • 3 hours jeep ride with Bedouin driver in Wadi Rum.
  • English speaking spot guide in Petra (2.5 hours, main gate to restaurant area)
  • Entrance fee to mentioned sites
  • 700 meters horse ride in Petra (not mandatory, horse handlers expects a tip)
  • Mineral water on board of the vehicle
  • 1x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Petra.

Exclusions


  •  Airfare 
  •  Travel insurance. 
  •  Meals and beverages not stated. 
  •  Golf cart ride or camel ride in Petra. 
  •  Tips, portage and personal expenses. 
  •  Others not mentioned in the itinerary. 
  •  Departure tax Jordan land border (10 JD = 14 USD per person). 
  •  Entry visa Jordan. 

Practical Info


• For entry visa regularities see our blog Visa and Passport Requirements.
• Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
• Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
• The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal.
• You walk several km in Petra, so bear in mind good walking shoes and a backpack for beverage, camera etc.
• The spot guides in Petra are licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Jordan and are not part of our team.
• In case of rain the government may decide to close Petra for safety and security reasons.
• The Petra ticket includes a 700 meters horse ride from the main gate to the beginning of the Siq. The ride is not mandatory; the horse handler expects a tip of 5 JOD per horse.
• 4x4s in Wadi Rum are old vehicles without A/C and seat belt. They belong to the local Bedouin association.
• For camping we recommend to bring the following: sleeping bag, backpack, towel, flashlight, comfortable clothes and shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, headgear / scarf as protection against sun and wind, hygiene products, toilet paper, first aid kit (for headaches, cold, etc.).
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
• Araba Border opening hours: Sun- Thu 08:30-15:00, Fri & Sat is closed. May change without prior notice.
• To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.
• It is not permitted to bring telescopes or drones without permission to Jordan.



How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 25 $USD of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 31 days before departure.
• 25% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 30 to 08 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 07 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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