Best known for<\/th>	Red Sea diving, beaches, Petra day trips, sunshine<\/td><\/tr>\n
Closest to<\/th>	The Jordan border, for Petra and Wadi Rum<\/td><\/tr>\n
How long to spend<\/th>	2 to 4 days, more if adding Petra or Wadi Rum<\/td><\/tr>\n
Best time to visit<\/th>	Year-round; spring and autumn are most comfortable<\/td><\/tr>\n
Border fee<\/th>	$140 total, payable in advance to fast-track the crossing<\/td><\/tr>\n
Airport<\/th>	Ramon Airport (ETM), about 18 km north of the city<\/td><\/tr>\n <\/table>\n \n Tours from Eilat<\/h2>\n Day trips and 2-day tours to Petra and Wadi Rum, with border crossing assistance and pickup.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Around Eilat<\/h2>\n
Complete visitor guides to the landmarks and desert sights in and around Eilat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Planning Your Eilat Trip<\/h2>\n
Diving and beaches:<\/strong> The coral reef south of the city is the main draw. Give yourself two to four days for diving, snorkeling, and relaxing on the Red Sea.<\/p>\n
Crossing to Petra:<\/strong> Eilat is the closest Israeli city to Petra. You can visit on a single day trip or take a 2-day tour to add Wadi Rum. We handle the border crossing and the $140 fee.<\/p>\n
Getting there:<\/strong> Ramon Airport serves Eilat with domestic and some international flights. The city is about 4 hours from Tel Aviv by road.<\/p>\n
Eilat FAQ<\/h2>\n \n
Can you visit Petra from Eilat in one day?<\/summary>
Yes. Eilat is the closest base in Israel to Petra, and a single day trip crosses the border, tours Petra with a licensed guide, and returns to Eilat the same evening. For a relaxed pace, a 2-day tour adds Wadi Rum.<\/p><\/details>\n
How much is the border fee from Eilat to Jordan?<\/summary>
The total border and visa fee is $140. You can pre-pay it when booking to use the fast-track lane and skip the exchange booth at the crossing.<\/p><\/details>\n
What is Eilat known for?<\/summary>
Red Sea diving and snorkeling, year-round sunshine, beaches, and being Israel’s gateway to Petra and Wadi Rum across the Jordan border.<\/p><\/details>\n
When is the best time to visit Eilat?<\/summary>
Eilat is a year-round destination. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable, while summer is hot but ideal for the water. Winter is mild and sunny.<\/p><\/details>\n
How do you get to Eilat?<\/summary>
Ramon Airport, about 18 km north of the city, handles flights from Tel Aviv and some international routes. By road, Eilat is roughly 4 hours from Tel Aviv.<\/p><\/details>\n <\/div>\n
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Ready to Explore Eilat and Petra?<\/h2>\n
We are based right here in Eilat. Let us handle the border and the logistics while you enjoy the Red Sea and the Lost City.<\/p>\n Browse All Tours from Eilat<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
Part of our Israel Travel Guide<\/a>. Explore more regions: Petra & Jordan<\/a> · Jerusalem<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

Tours from Eilat<\/h2>\n
Day trips and 2-day tours to Petra and Wadi Rum, with border crossing assistance and pickup.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n