Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv

The itinerary in Jordan is identical: Aqaba, Wadi Rum Jeep safari, Bedouin glamping, and Petra guided tour. The only difference is how you get to Eilat. The Petra and Wadi Rum 2-day tour from Eilat is for travelers already in Eilat (no flights needed, lower price). This Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv adds round-trip domestic flights so travelers in central Israel can do the same tour without spending a day driving to Eilat. If you're already in Eilat, book the Eilat version and save.

The standard camp (Luxury Rum Magic Camp or similar) provides deluxe tents with real beds, private bathrooms, electricity, heating in winter, and air conditioning in summer. WiFi is available in the communal area. The camp sits in the heart of Wadi Rum with dramatic rock formations visible from your tent. For an upgrade, ask about the Martian Bubble Tent, a transparent dome that lets you stargaze from bed. During winter months (December-February), the overnight may change to a hotel in Aqaba due to cold desert temperatures.

Tour price: $450 per adult, $380 per child, $250 per infant. This covers flights, all Jordan transportation, guide, Petra entrance ($130 value), Jeep safari, glamping, dinner, and breakfast. On top of the tour price, border and visa fees are approximately $140 per person in cash at the border. You can pre-pay border fees as a booking extra to skip the exchange booth and fast-track through the queue. Optional airport transfers: $70 each way. Budget an additional 20-40 JOD for lunches. Total all-in cost per adult: approximately $590-$700 depending on options.

You ride in an open-top 4x4 Jeep driven by a local Bedouin who knows every formation, inscription, and hidden canyon. The safari covers 2-3 hours through towering sandstone mountains, natural rock bridges, ancient inscriptions, and vast desert plains. You stop for photos, short walks, and climbing opportunities. The landscape looks like Mars, which is why The Martian and Star Wars were filmed here.

The Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv departs daily except Saturday. Sunday through Wednesday departures follow the standard itinerary (Day 1: Aqaba + Wadi Rum + glamping, Day 2: Petra) and return on the evening flight at 22:00, landing at Ben Gurion at 23:00. Friday departures follow the same standard itinerary but return on a Saturday evening flight (22:00, landing 23:00). Thursday departures run a reversed itinerary (Day 1: Petra + glamping, Day 2: Wadi Rum + Aqaba) and return on Friday's last available afternoon flight at 15:00, landing at Ben Gurion at approximately 16:00. The reversed Thursday schedule ensures you get the full Petra and Wadi Rum experience while catching the last flight before Shabbat. No Saturday departures because there are no outbound flights on Shabbat.

Yes. A valid passport is essential (minimum 6 months validity). Passport details are required at booking for visa processing and flight reservation. Not all nationalities receive visa on arrival in Jordan. Israeli passport holders must use their Israeli passport at every border crossing.

No. You arrive at Ben Gurion Airport (Terminal 3) independently by taxi or private car. As a booking extra, you can add a one-way transfer to the airport for $70 per person, a return transfer from the airport for $70 per person, or both.

Valid passport (non-negotiable), cash for border fees ($140, or pre-pay as booking extra), comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (hat, SPF 50+, sunglasses), refillable water bottle, camera with extra battery. For overnight: small bag with change of clothes, toiletries, light jacket or warm layer (desert nights are cold even in summer). Optional: swimsuit for Aqaba beach, walking poles for Petra.

Children aged 2+ are welcome. The Jeep safari is exciting for kids. The Bedouin camp is a memorable adventure for families. At Petra, the Siq walk is flat and engaging, though the Monastery hike suits children 8+. Infant pricing is $250 per person. The early Day 1 start (04:00 AM) and long Day 2 return (23:00) are tiring for very young children, so plan accordingly.

Yes. The deluxe tent can be upgraded to a Martian Bubble Tent (transparent dome ceiling for stargazing) subject to availability. Contact us before booking for pricing. During winter (December-February), overnight may switch to a hotel in Aqaba due to cold temperatures.

Approximately 4.5-5 hours total: a 2.5-hour guided tour plus 2 hours of free time. This is more than a day tour gives you and enough to see all the main highlights plus start the Monastery hike if you're fit. For the most extensive Petra experience (full afternoon + full morning), consider the Petra 2-day tour from Eilat which stays overnight in Petra.

Yes. This route is operated daily by experienced professionals. Jordan is a stable, tourism-friendly country. Both Petra and Wadi Rum have full tourist infrastructure. The Arava border crossing is a routine international crossing used by thousands of tourists weekly. For current advisories, consult the Israel Ministry of Tourism and the Jordan Tourism Board.

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the best conditions: comfortable daytime temperatures, cool desert nights, clear skies. Summer (June-August) is hot at midday but the Jeep safari and camp are timed for cooler hours. Winter (December-February) is mild but desert nights are cold (camp may switch to Aqaba hotel). The tour operates year-round.

Itinerary may adjust due to earlier border closure. Wadi Rum camps still serve guests. Petra remains open. Participants are notified of schedule adjustments at least 48 hours before departure.

At least 5-7 days ahead since domestic flights must be secured. During high season (March-May, September-November, holidays), book 2-3 weeks in advance. Confirmation is issued once flights are booked. Last-minute bookings sometimes possible on weekdays in low season.

This tour includes flights and is therefore fully non-refundable. No refunds, no date changes, no credits once booked. Border fees and visa fees are non-refundable once paid. Optional activity cancellations must be submitted minimum 24 hours before tour start. Travel insurance strongly recommended.

The Petra day tour from Tel Aviv flies you to Eilat and back in one day, giving you 3.5-4 hours in Petra only (no Wadi Rum, no overnight). This Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv gives you Aqaba, Wadi Rum Jeep safari, Bedouin glamping, AND 4.5-5 hours in Petra over two days. If you can spare two days, this tour is the far richer experience. If you only have one day, the Petra day tour is still a powerful option.

Your tour price ($450 adult, $380 child, $250 infant) covers everything you need for two days in Jordan: round-trip domestic flights (Ben Gurion Terminal 3 to Ramon Airport and back), airport representative at Ramon Airport, all ground transportation in Jordan (air-conditioned coach, border transfers, Aqaba to Wadi Rum, Wadi Rum to Petra, Petra to border), full border crossing assistance on both sides of the Arava border, a 2-3 hour Wadi Rum Jeep safari with a local Bedouin driver, one night in a Bedouin glamping camp (deluxe tent with private bathroom, bed, heating/AC), authentic Zarb barbecue dinner at the camp, breakfast at the camp, a licensed English-speaking guide for the Petra tour, Petra Archaeological Park entrance fees ($130 value), and all Jordanian taxes and service charges. What is NOT included: border and visa fees ($140, payable in cash or pre-payable as a booking extra), lunches on both days, optional activities in Aqaba and at the camp, airport transfers in Israel, tips, and personal expenses.

Most nationalities receive a Jordan visa on arrival at the Arava border crossing. You do not need to arrange a visa in advance. Our border assistance representative handles the visa paperwork and guides you through the entire process on both the Israeli and Jordanian sides. The total cost for border fees and visa is approximately $140 per person, paid in cash (USD, EUR, or NIS accepted) at the crossing. To save time and avoid carrying cash, you can pre-pay border fees as a booking extra when you book the Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv. Pre-paying lets you skip the exchange booth and fast-track through the queue. Important: not all nationalities are eligible for a Jordanian visa on arrival. Contact us before booking if you hold a passport from a country not listed in Jordan's visa-on-arrival program. Israeli passport holders must use their Israeli passport at the border.

Here is the exact time breakdown for the Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv (standard Sun-Wed and Friday departures). Day 1: Airport check-in at 04:00 AM, flight to Eilat 1 hour, border crossing 45-60 minutes, drive to Aqaba 15 minutes, free time in Aqaba 2.5 hours, drive to Wadi Rum 45 minutes, Jeep safari 2.5 hours, then camp check-in and dinner. Day 2: Breakfast, drive to Petra 1.5-2 hours, guided Petra tour 2.5 hours, free time in Petra 2 hours, drive to border 2-2.5 hours, border crossing 30-45 minutes, transfer to airport, flight at 22:00, land at 23:00. Total active touring and exploration time: approximately 9.5 hours (Aqaba 2.5h + Jeep safari 2.5h + Petra 4.5h). Total travel time (flights, drives, borders): approximately 10.5 hours across two days. Thursday departures follow a reversed order (Petra first, Wadi Rum second) with a shorter Day 2 to catch the 15:00 Friday return flight, landing at 16:00. Active touring time is the same. The flight option saves you 10 hours compared to the bus alternative.

Day 1 is easy: the Aqaba portion is flat walking at your pace, and the Wadi Rum Jeep safari is vehicle-based with optional short walks at photo stops and rock bridges. The Bedouin camp is flat ground. No physical challenges on Day 1. Day 2 at Petra is moderate: expect 6-8 km of walking over 4.5 hours on gravel paths, sand, and ancient stone surfaces. The Siq (1.2 km) is level. Climbing to the Royal Tombs involves some steps. If you attempt the Monastery hike during free time, that adds 800 rock-cut steps (30-45 minutes up, 20-30 minutes down), which is moderate to challenging. In summer, midday temperatures at Petra can exceed 35C, so water and sun protection are essential. Seniors who walk regularly and are comfortable on uneven ground generally handle the Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Tel Aviv well, especially since the Jeep safari and camp portions require minimal effort. Children 6+ manage the Petra walking. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.