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Jordan Package Tours

Petra and Aaron’s Tomb 2 Day Tour from Eilat

2 days
Pickup: Eilat hotels (morning), Ramon Airport (morning)
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

Duration2 days
StartsMorning, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, Russian, Spanish, French
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes pre-paid hotel nights.

Overview

This Petra and Aaron's Tomb tour is a two day trip from Eilat made with traditionally observant travelers in mind. Day 1 is a guided visit to Petra, the rose-red city of the Nabateans, and day 2 is a climb to the shrine on Jebel Haroun where, by tradition, Aaron, the brother of Moses, is buried. Petra entrance, lunch at a restaurant, an English-speaking Jordanian guide and a hotel night in Jordan are included, and kosher meals are provided for those who keep kosher.

You are picked up in Eilat in the morning and cross into Jordan at the Arava border. In Petra you walk through the Siq to the Treasury and tour the site for three to four hours with your guide, with lunch at a restaurant. After a night at your hotel, you rise early on day 2 for the two hour walk and climb up Jebel Haroun to Aaron's Tomb, then meet your driver in the afternoon and arrive back in Eilat at about 19:00.

The trip suits religious and traditional travelers, Bible readers and active visitors who want more than a rushed day in Petra. Spreading it over two days gives you time for the climb to Aaron's Tomb, which a one day trip simply cannot fit in. The Petra and Aaron's Tomb tour does need good fitness on day 2, since the climb is steep and done without the guide.

Pickup is from your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport in the morning, and exact times are confirmed after booking. Choose 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels, priced per person in a double room for 2 or more travelers or as a single room if you travel solo. Children sharing a double room pay a lower rate, and the booking form shows the exact price for your hotel level and travelers. The tour departs daily, subject to availability, and is non-refundable because the hotel night is pre-paid. Short on time? Try our Petra day tour from Eilat, the Petra 2 day tour from Eilat or the Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour. Choose your date and book your Petra and Aaron's Tomb tour today.

Highlights

Two days from Eilat, planned for traditionally observant travelers
Pickup from your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport
Guided Petra visit of 3 to 4 hours with a Jordanian guide
Walk through the Siq to the Treasury
Short horse ride at the Petra entrance for those who want it
Lunch at a restaurant, with kosher meals for those who keep kosher
Hotel night in Jordan, 3-star to 5-star options
Climb to Aaron's Tomb on Jebel Haroun

Itinerary & route

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Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.

Day 1Petra with Your Guide
1

MorningPickup in Eilat
Your Petra and Aaron's Tomb tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Eilat or from Ramon Airport. Exact pickup times are confirmed after booking. Keep your passport and cash for the visa, border fees and tips at hand.
2

Late morningArava border crossing
You complete Israeli and Jordanian border formalities at the Arava crossing just north of Eilat and Aqaba. Border control can take up to an hour. On the Jordanian side you board an air-conditioned coach for the drive to Petra.
3

MiddayVisitor Center, the Siq and the Treasury
At the Visitor Center you enter Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a short horse ride for those who want it. Then you walk through the Siq, the long, narrow canyon that ends at the famous Treasury, Al Khazneh.
4

AfternoonGuided tour of Petra and lunch
Over three to four hours your guide shows you the carved facades, temples and the Roman theater, and explains how the Nabateans grew rich by collecting water in cisterns. You also see the Temple of the Winged Lions, still being excavated. Lunch is at a restaurant, with kosher meals for those who keep kosher.
EveningOvernight at your hotel in Jordan
After the touring day you check in at your hotel at the level you chose. Hotel details are sent with your confirmation. Get to bed early, because day 2 starts early.
Day 2The Climb to Aaron's Tomb
5

Early morningWalk and climb up Jebel Haroun
Rise early for the two hour walk and climb up Jebel Haroun, where tradition places the burial site of Aaron, the brother of Moses. Pick up a map at the Visitor Center before you set out. The Jordanian guide does not join this climb, so you go at your own pace.
6

MiddayAaron's Tomb
The small shrine on the summit is a very holy site and a moving goal after the climb. Take time for prayer and for the wide views over the mountains around Petra. Our Petra visit guide has more tips for your time in the area.
04:30 PMMeet your driver
At about 16:30 you meet the driver for your return transfer. On the way you cross the border back into Israel.
7

07:00 PMBack in Eilat
You arrive back in Eilat at about 19:00, where the trip ends.

What's included

Included

Pickup from your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport
Return transfer to Eilat on day 2
English-speaking Jordanian guide on the Petra day
Air-conditioned coach, except on walking sections
Petra entrance
Short horse ride in Petra for those who want it
Lunch at a restaurant in Petra, kosher for those who keep kosher
Light Bedouin refreshments and a bottle of mineral water
1 hotel night in Jordan at your chosen level

Not included

Jordan visa
Israel and Jordan border fees
Tips
Drinks and personal expenses
Camel rides and organized climbing or rappelling
Donkey buggy rides in Petra
Personal insurance
Guides in other languages (available for an extra fee)

Pickup & meeting point

Eilat hotels (morning)No pickup fee
Ramon Airport (morning)No pickup fee

You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Tour ends with: Back in Eilat

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

Pickup is from your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport in the morning of day 1, and exact times are confirmed after booking. You arrive back in Eilat at about 19:00 on day 2. The tour departs daily, subject to availability.

Accommodation

One night in Jordan at your chosen hotel level. Hotel details are sent with your confirmation.

Hotel Options and Prices

Choose 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels. Prices are per person in a double room for 2 or more travelers, or for a single room if you travel solo. Children sharing a double room pay a lower rate. The booking form shows the exact price for your hotel level and travelers.

Border and Visa

You cross at the Arava border with a valid passport and landing card. The Jordan visa and the Israel and Jordan border fees are not included and are paid in cash. Border fees can change with exchange rates, and some nationalities need a visa in advance.

What to Bring

Valid passport and landing card
Cash for the visa, border fees and tips
Good walking shoes
Very warm clothing in winter
Light clothing and a head covering in summer
Water for the climb on day 2

Dress Code

Modest clothing is respectful at Aaron's Tomb, which is a holy site.

Physical Requirements

Long walks in Petra on day 1 and a steep two hour walk and climb on day 2, done without the guide. Good fitness is needed. Insurers do not cover accidents involving horses or other animals.

Age and Children

Children sharing a double room pay a lower rate. The supplier's general terms say multi-day tours are not suitable for children under 4.

Language

Guided in English by a Jordanian guide. A Russian, Spanish or French speaking guide can be added on the booking form for a fee per booking.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable, because the package includes a pre-paid hotel night. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Cancellation fee
Any time after booking, or no-show	100% fee (no refund)

This tour includes flights or accommodation that are booked for you as soon as you book, so it is non-refundable, including no-shows. Border and visa fees are also non-refundable once paid. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation. If we cancel or materially change the tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a full refund. Read the booking terms.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Petra and Aaron's Tomb tour include?

The price includes pickup in Eilat, an English-speaking Jordanian guide on the Petra day, an air-conditioned coach, Petra entrance, a short horse ride for those who want it, lunch at a restaurant in Petra, light Bedouin refreshments and a bottle of water, one hotel night at the level you choose and the return transfer to Eilat. The booking form shows the exact price for your hotel level and travelers.

Do I need a visa for Jordan?

Most travelers need a Jordan visa, and it is not included in the price. Israel and Jordan border fees and tips are also not included and are paid in cash at the crossing. Our Israel Jordan border crossing guide explains how the Arava crossing works.

What documents and cash should I bring?

Bring a valid passport and landing card. We need your nationality, passport number, issue and expiry dates and date of birth for the reservation. Visa, tax and tip money is paid in cash, in US dollars, euros, pounds sterling or Israeli shekels.

Is the tour suitable for observant travelers?

Yes. The tour was planned for traditionally observant travelers, and those who keep kosher are provided with kosher meals. Let us know your needs when you book.

Does the guide climb to Aaron's Tomb with me?

No. The Jordanian guide does not join the climb on day 2. You walk up on your own with a map from the Visitor Center and meet the driver at about 16:30. The trail starts from the Petra Visitor Center, and a 2-day Petra ticket can be added on the booking form.

How hard is the climb?

The walk and climb up Jebel Haroun take about two hours on rocky, steep paths in the sun, so good fitness, sturdy shoes and plenty of water are essential. On day 1, travelers who find walking hard can hire a donkey-drawn buggy in Petra from local operators for an extra fee.

Can children join?

Children sharing a double room pay a lower rate, shown on the booking form. Keep in mind the long walk in Petra and the steep climb on day 2. The supplier's general terms say multi-day tours are not suitable for children under 4.

Where do I sleep?

You spend one night in Jordan at a 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotel, as chosen on the booking form. Prices are per person in a double room for 2 or more travelers, or for a single room if you travel solo. Hotel details are sent with your confirmation.

When is the best time to visit Petra?

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for walking and climbing. Summer days are hot, so bring light clothes and a head covering, and winter can be very cold, so pack warm layers. Our travel guide has more planning tips.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

This tour is non-refundable because the hotel night is paid in advance as soon as you book. Contact us if your plans change, and we will try to help with a date change, subject to availability. See our booking terms for details.

Why book with Booking-Tours

Local operator in Eilat since 2008Our own office and team on the ground, not a call center abroad.
Licensed local guidesSmall details, good pacing and real stories at every stop.
Real people on WhatsAppHelp in English, Russian and Hebrew before and during your trip.
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