Carved into rose-red sandstone cliffs by the Nabataean people over 2,000 years ago, Petra is one of the world's most extraordinary archaeological sites. The journey begins in the Siq — a narrow, winding canyon that suddenly opens to reveal the iconic Treasury, its carved facade glowing in the desert light. Beyond the main monuments lies a vast landscape of royal tombs, colonnaded streets, and ancient water channels, most of it still unexplored. A full day here barely scratches the surface.
Highlights
The Treasury at sunrise
The Monastery hike
Petra by Night (candlelit)
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
Recommended: Full day or overnight
Tours that visit Petra
4 Days 3 Nights — All Inclusive
4 Days / 3 Nights · from $799 / person
Petra & Dead Sea — 1 Day (Lunch Included)
10–14 Hours · from $79 / person
Private Day Tour to Petra from Amman
10–12 Hours · from $249 / vehicle
Best of Jordan in 7 Days
7 Days / 6 Nights · from $1599 / vehicle
Dead Sea to Petra Private Tour
3–12 Hours · from $222 / vehicle
3 Days Best of Jordan
3 Days / 2 Nights · from $749 / vehicle
Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea — 2 Days
2 Days / 1 Night · from $579 / vehicle
Petra & Wadi Rum — 1 Day
10–14 Hours · from $299 / vehicle