Petra Tour from Eilat: Full Day in the Rose City

Plan a full day: early morning meet in Eilat, border crossing, a 1.5–2 hour drive to Wadi Musa, a guided visit inside Petra plus free time, then return to Eilat in the evening. A well-timed itinerary maximizes hours on site and keeps transfers efficient.

The best time to visit Petra is spring (March–May) and fall (September–November). Daytime temperatures are usually comfortable for walking the Siq and main trails, crowds are lighter than peak summer, and visibility is great for photos. Summer can be very hot, while winter brings occasional rain and chilly evenings. If you book a Petra tour from Eilat in summer, choose an early departure to enjoy cooler hours.

Walk the Siq, emerge at the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), and continue to the Street of Facades, Royal Tombs, the Theater, and viewpoints near the High Place of Sacrifice. For background, explore the UNESCO page for Petra.

Expect several kilometers of walking on uneven surfaces. Most guests cover the Siq to the Treasury and back comfortably. Additional trails to the Monastery or high viewpoints require more time and fitness. Your guide will help pace the day so your tour to Petra matches your ability.

Wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sun protection. Bring a refillable water bottle, local currency or card for snacks, and a light layer for the bus. Keep your passport handy for the border. Our Israel, Jordan and Egypt travel guide has more planning tips.

Yes, with realistic expectations. The main route is doable for most travelers, but strollers struggle on gravel. Seniors often use walking poles. Families can set a relaxed pace and still see the highlights on a tour to Petra from Eilat.

Our day trip typically includes guided touring with a licensed local expert, entry tickets, border assistance, and comfortable transport. Meals, personal expenses, and optional add-ons are extra. See your voucher for exact inclusions on your chosen Petra tour from Eilat.

Jordanian dinar (JOD) is the local currency, but many vendors in Wadi Musa accept cards and occasionally USD. ATMs are available in town. Always carry some cash for small purchases.

Yes. You must bring a valid passport to cross at the Arava (Yitzhak Rabin) terminal. Visa rules can vary by nationality, so check current guidance before travel. Joining an organized tour to Petra from Eilat includes border assistance to keep the process smooth. For general info, see the official Visit Petra and Visit Jordan websites. Our Israel Jordan border crossing guide explains each step.

Petra and the Eilat–Aqaba corridor are established tourist routes. Traveling with a licensed operator provides vetted transport, clear timing, and on-the-ground assistance. Always bring your passport and follow your guide’s instructions.

Independent visits are possible, but an organized tour to Petra simplifies border formalities, transport, tickets, and guiding so more of your day is spent inside the site. If you’re planning a longer trip, browse our Eilat tours and Jordan tours.

There are cafes and kiosks near the Visitor Center and inside the site; selection varies by season. Bring water and refill when possible. Restrooms are located at the entrance and at several points along the main path.

The most popular day tours from Eilat cross into Jordan: the full-day Petra tour from $290 per adult, and Petra with Wadi Rum as a 2 day trip. You can also take a long day to Cairo and the Pyramids from $291 through the Taba border, or stay local with Timna Park and the Red Sea reefs. Booking-Tours is based in Eilat, so every tour starts with hotel pickup in the city and a team that walks you through the border steps.

Choose a date on this page and book online. You get instant confirmation, then we send your pickup time and border instructions before the tour. The price covers transport from Eilat to Petra and back, assistance at the border, a licensed English-speaking guide in Petra, fast-track entry and lunch. Spanish, Russian, German and French guides are available for an extra charge.

Included: transport between Eilat and Petra, meeting and assistance at the border, a licensed English-speaking local guide, fast-track entry to Petra and lunch at a local restaurant. Not included: the Israeli exit fee and Jordanian visa and border fees (about $140 per person), travel insurance, tips and extra drinks.

A small group tour gives the best value: a fixed price, a set schedule and good company, with groups capped at 25 travelers. A private tour suits families, slower walkers and photographers who want their own pace and start time. Booking-Tours runs both, so message us on WhatsApp for a private quote.

Yes. Eilat is the closest Israeli city to Petra, about 2 hours by road after the border. The day tour lasts around 12 hours: early pickup, the border crossing, a guided walk through the Siq to the Treasury and the main street, free time, lunch and the drive back to Eilat in the evening. If you want more time inside Petra, the 2 day Petra tour from Eilat is the better fit.