Petra 2 day tour from Tel Aviv

The return flight from Eilat departs at 22:00 on Day 2. Thursday departures would require a Friday evening return, but there are no Friday evening flights. Friday departures would return Saturday (Shabbat), when there are no flights at all. Saturday has no outbound flights either. Sunday through Wednesday departures return Monday through Thursday evenings, when flights operate normally.

The Petra day tour from Tel Aviv gives you 3.5-4 hours in Petra with a guided tour only. This Petra 2 day tour from Tel Aviv gives you 6-8 hours across two days: a guided afternoon on Day 1 plus a free morning on Day 2. The 2-day format lets you hike to the Monastery, explore hidden trails, see Petra by Night, and photograph the Treasury in morning light. If the Monastery is on your bucket list, you need the 2-day tour.

The Petra and Wadi Rum 2-day tour splits your time between Wadi Rum (Day 1: Jeep safari + Bedouin glamping) and Petra (Day 2: guided tour). This Petra 2 day tour from Tel Aviv dedicates both days entirely to Petra, giving you maximum time in the archaeological park with a hotel overnight. Choose this tour if Petra is your priority. Choose the Wadi Rum combo if you want both desert and ancient city.

Tour price: $480 per adult, $430 per child, $350 per infant. This covers flights, all Jordan transport, border assistance, guided Petra tour, entrance fees, lunch on Day 1, and hotel with breakfast. Border and visa fees: approximately $140 per person in cash (or pre-pay as booking extra). Optional airport transfers: $70 each way. Budget additional 10-20 JOD for dinner on Day 1 and lunch on Day 2. Total all-in per adult: approximately $620-$700 depending on options.

Round-trip domestic flights (Ben Gurion Terminal 3 to Ramon Airport), airport representative, all ground transportation in Jordan, full border crossing assistance, licensed English-speaking Petra guide (Day 1), Petra entrance fees (2-day pass), late lunch at a Jordanian restaurant (Day 1), hotel overnight in Wadi Musa (3-4 star, breakfast included), and all Jordanian taxes. NOT included: border/visa fees ($140), dinner on Day 1, lunch on Day 2, Petra by Night (25 JOD), airport transfers ($70 each way optional), tips, personal expenses.

Most nationalities receive a Jordan visa on arrival at the Arava border. No advance visa needed. Total border/visa fees: approximately $140 per person in cash (USD, EUR, or NIS). Pre-pay as a booking extra to skip the exchange booth and fast-track through the queue. Not all nationalities are eligible. Contact us before booking if your passport is from a country not listed in Jordan's visa-on-arrival program.

Standard: 3-star hotel in Wadi Musa (Amra Palace, Petra Palace, or similar). Private room, private bathroom, heating/AC, WiFi, restaurant on-site. Upgrades to 4-star (Petra Moon, Old Village Resort) or 5-star (Movenpick Resort Petra) available for a supplement. Contact us for upgrade pricing. Price is per person in a double room. Single supplement applies for solo travelers.

Yes, and this is the main advantage of the 2-day format. Day 2 is entirely free for self-guided exploration. The Monastery (Ad Deir) is approximately 800 steps up (30-45 minutes). The views from the top are among the best in Jordan. You'll have 4-5 hours on Day 2, which is plenty for the Monastery hike plus additional exploration. The day tour does NOT have time for the Monastery.

Day 1: Airport check-in 04:00 AM, flight 1 hour, border 45-60 min, drive to Petra 2.5 hours, guided tour 3 hours, free time 1.5 hours, lunch 45 min. Day 2: Free Petra exploration 4-5 hours, drive to border 2.5 hours, border 30-45 min, flight at 22:00, land 23:00. Total Petra time: 6-8 hours across two days. Total travel time: approximately 11 hours across two days. The flight saves 10 hours versus overnight bus.

Day 1 guided tour: 6-8 km walking on gravel and stone, mostly flat with some steps. Moderate fitness. Day 2 Monastery hike: 800 steps, moderate to challenging (30-45 min up). You can skip the Monastery and explore flat areas instead. Seniors who walk regularly handle Day 1 well. Children 6+ manage the walking. Not wheelchair accessible. Summer midday: 35C+, bring water and sun protection.

Petra by Night is a candlelight experience where over 1,500 candles illuminate the path through the Siq to the Treasury. Traditional Bedouin music plays as you sit among the candles. Available Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings at 20:30. Cost: 25 JOD per person, purchased at the Petra visitor center. Since the Petra 2 day tour from Tel Aviv includes a hotel overnight, you're perfectly positioned to attend.

No. You arrive at Ben Gurion Airport (Terminal 3) independently. Optional airport transfer: $70 per person each way, bookable as an extra.

Valid passport (non-negotiable), cash for border fees ($140, or pre-pay as booking extra), comfortable walking shoes with grip, sun protection (hat, SPF 50+, sunglasses), refillable water bottle, camera with extra battery, light overnight bag with change of clothes and toiletries. Dress in layers for cool mornings and hot midday. Optional: walking poles for Monastery hike.

Yes. Operated daily by experienced professionals. Jordan is stable and tourism-friendly. Petra has full tourist infrastructure. For current advisories, consult the Israel Ministry of Tourism and the Jordan Tourism Board.

At least 5-7 days since flights must be secured. During high season (March-May, September-November, holidays), book 2-3 weeks ahead. Confirmation issued once flights are booked.

This tour includes flights and is therefore fully non-refundable. No refunds, no date changes, no credits once booked. Border fees non-refundable once paid. Travel insurance strongly recommended.

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are ideal: comfortable temperatures, clear skies, great photography light. Summer is hot (35C+) but manageable with early starts. Winter is mild to cool, quieter, occasional rain. Tours operate year-round.