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Jordan Package Tours

Petra 2 Day Tour from Eilat with Overnight in Aqaba

2 days
Pickup: Eilat hotels (around
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

Duration2 days
Starts06:30 PM, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, Russian, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes pre-paid hotel nights.

Overview

This petra tour with overnight in Aqaba crosses into Jordan the evening before, so you wake up close to the Rose City instead of standing in an early border queue. We pick you up at your Eilat hotel in the evening, take you over the border to a 3-star hotel on the Red Sea, and give you a full guided day in Petra the next morning, with lunch, a Wadi Rum viewpoint and a short look at Aqaba on the way home.

Day 1 is short and easy: pickup in Eilat at around 18:30, the Arava border crossing, and check-in at your Aqaba hotel with the evening free by the sea. Day 2 starts after breakfast with the drive north to Petra, a guided walk from the entrance through the Siq to the Treasury, the Roman theater, tombs and temples, then lunch at a local restaurant. The return trip stops at scenic lookouts, includes a view over Wadi Rum and a quick panoramic drive through Aqaba before the border and drop-off in Eilat.

This 2 day format suits travelers staying in Eilat who want Petra without a 05:00 start, couples who like the idea of an evening on the Aqaba seafront, and families who prefer to split the border and the sightseeing into two calmer days. On a petra tour with overnight in Aqaba you have already slept in Jordan, so you arrive at Petra rested and with more energy for the walking. If you would rather do it all in one day, compare our Petra day tour from Eilat.

The price covers the evening pickup in Eilat, one night in a 3-star Aqaba hotel, an English-speaking Jordanian guide, Petra entrance fees, lunch and all transfers back to your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport. Book a shared room per person for 2 or more travelers, or a single room if you travel solo. Children pay a lower child rate, and the booking form shows the exact price for your room type and travelers. Jordan visa and border fees are not included. Because the hotel night is pre-paid, this petra tour with overnight in Aqaba is non-refundable. You can also look at the Petra 2 day tour from Eilat, add the desert with our Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour, or browse all Jordan package tours. The tour departs daily, subject to availability, so pick your date and book today.

Highlights

Evening pickup from your Eilat hotel, so you wake up in Jordan
One night in a 3-star hotel in Aqaba on the Red Sea
Guided tour of Petra with an English-speaking Jordanian guide
Walk the Siq to the Treasury, tombs, temples and the Roman theater
Short horse ride at the Petra entrance included
Lunch at a local restaurant
Scenic viewpoint over Wadi Rum
Short panoramic tour of Aqaba
Departs daily, with drop-off in Eilat or at Ramon Airport

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 1Evening Crossing to Aqaba
1

06:30 PMHotel pickup in Eilat
Our crew collects you from your Eilat hotel at around 18:30. Exact pickup times are confirmed after booking. The drive to the border takes only a few minutes.
2

07:00 PMArava border crossing
You pass Israeli and Jordanian passport control and customs at the Arava (Wadi Araba) crossing. This can take up to an hour on busy evenings, so a little patience helps. The crew is with you to guide you through each step.
3

07:30 PMTransfer to your Aqaba hotel
On the Jordanian side you drive into Aqaba, Jordan's only port on the Red Sea. You check in to your 3-star hotel and the rest of the evening is yours.
4

EveningOvernight in Aqaba
Use the free evening to stroll the seafront, try a local cafe or simply rest. Aqaba is a beach town, so a swim in the Red Sea is possible too. Breakfast at the hotel is scheduled for 08:00 the next morning.
Day 2Petra, Wadi Rum View and Aqaba
5

08:30 AMPickup and drive to Petra
After breakfast you are picked up from your hotel for the drive north through the desert highlands. The trip to Petra takes about two and a half hours. You reach the site at around 11:00.
6

11:30 AMGuided tour of Petra
Your guide leads you into Petra, the Nabatean city carved into rose-colored rock more than 2,000 years ago. The package includes an optional short horse ride for the first 200 meters of the path, and the handler expects a small tip. You then walk the Siq to the Treasury and continue past tombs, temples, cisterns and the Roman theater.
7

03:30 PMLunch and scenic return
Lunch is served at a local restaurant near the site. At about 16:30 you start back south, with stops at lookout points along the way, including a view over the red sands and rock towers of Wadi Rum.
8

06:30 PMAqaba panorama and drop-off in Eilat
Back in Aqaba you get a short panoramic drive through the city. At around 19:00 you reach the border, and the crew helps you through before you are driven to your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport. The tour ends at around 19:30.

What's included

Included

Evening pickup from your Eilat hotel
Assistance from our crew at the border
Air-conditioned transfers in Jordan
1 night in a 3-star hotel in Aqaba
English-speaking Jordanian guide
Petra entrance fees
Short horse ride at the Petra entrance
Lunch at a local restaurant
Short scenic tour of Aqaba and a Wadi Rum viewpoint
Transfer back to your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport

Not included

Jordan visa
Israel and Jordan border fees
Drinks
Extra donkey, horse or carriage rides in Petra
Tip for the horse handler
High season hotel supplement on some dates
Tips and personal expenses

Pickup & meeting point

Eilat hotels (around 18:30)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: Aqaba panorama and drop-off in Eilat

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

Pickup is from hotels in Eilat at around 18:30 on day 1. Exact pickup times are confirmed after booking. The tour departs daily, subject to availability. It ends at around 19:30 on day 2 with drop-off at your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport.

Accommodation

One night in a 3-star hotel in Aqaba. The hotel name is sent with your confirmation. Breakfast at the hotel is scheduled before pickup on day 2.

Hotel Options and Prices

Book a shared room, priced per person, for 2 or more travelers, or a single room if you travel solo. Children pay a lower child rate. The booking form shows the exact price for your room type and travelers. Upgrades to a 4-star or 5-star hotel are available as extras, and a high season supplement may apply on some dates.

Border and Visa

You cross at the Arava border near Eilat in both directions. Jordan visa and border fees are not included and are paid at the border. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so check them before you book. Border formalities can take up to an hour.

What to Bring

Valid passport
Cash for border fees, tips and drinks
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat, sunscreen and a water bottle
Warm layer in winter, light clothes in summer
Swimsuit if you want a swim in Aqaba

Physical Requirements

Moderate walking of several kilometers in Petra on sand, gravel and uneven stone. The short horse ride at the start is optional. Extra donkey, horse or carriage rides cost extra, and insurers usually do not cover animal ride accidents.

Age and Children

Children are welcome and pay a lower child rate, shown on the booking form.

Language

Guided in English by a Jordanian guide. A Russian-speaking or Spanish-speaking guide is available as an extra.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable, because the package includes a pre-paid hotel night. Contact us about date changes, which may be possible 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 tour with overnight in Aqaba include?

The price includes evening pickup from your Eilat hotel, help from our crew at the border, one night in a 3-star hotel in Aqaba, an English-speaking Jordanian guide in Petra, Petra entrance fees, lunch at a local restaurant, a short scenic tour of Aqaba, a Wadi Rum viewpoint and the transfer back to your Eilat hotel or Ramon Airport. The booking form shows the exact price for your room type and travelers.

Are the Jordan visa and border fees included?

No. The Jordan visa and the Israel and Jordan border fees are not included and are paid at the border. Visa rules depend on your nationality, so please check them before you travel. Our Israel Jordan border crossing guide explains each step.

Do I need a passport?

Yes. You need a passport that is valid for your trip, since you cross two international borders. Keep it with you on both days, because you show it when leaving Israel, entering Jordan and coming back.

Where and when is pickup?

Pickup is from hotels in Eilat at around 18:30 on day 1. Exact pickup times are confirmed after booking. On day 2 you are picked up from your Aqaba hotel at about 08:30 after breakfast.

What is the hotel in Aqaba like?

You stay one night in a 3-star hotel in Aqaba. The hotel name is sent with your confirmation. You can upgrade to a 4-star or 5-star hotel as an extra on the booking form. A high season supplement may apply on some dates.

Can children join this tour?

Yes, children are welcome and pay a lower child rate, shown on the booking form. Keep in mind there is a lot of walking in Petra, so this suits kids who are happy on their feet for a few hours.

How fit do I need to be?

You need a normal level of fitness. The walk through Petra covers several kilometers on sand and uneven stone, mostly downhill on the way in and uphill on the way back. Donkeys, horses and carriages beyond the short included ride cost extra.

When is the best time to visit Petra?

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable, with mild days. Summer is hot, so bring a hat and plenty of water. Winter days are pleasant but evenings can be cold, so pack a warm layer. Our Israel, Jordan and Egypt travel guide has more planning tips.

Can I cancel or change my date?

This tour is non-refundable because the hotel night is paid in advance as soon as you book. If your plans change, contact us and we will try to help with another date, subject to availability. Full details are in our booking terms.

Can I book a guide in Russian or Spanish?

Yes. A Russian-speaking or Spanish-speaking guide can be added on the booking form for an extra fee per booking. You can also add a hotel upgrade or an extra night before or after the tour.

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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