

Private Petra Day Trip Including Amman Sightseeing from Amman
About this activity
An 11-hour private journey combining Jordan's most iconic wonder—the rose-carved city of Petra—with guided sightseeing across Amman's layered history. Your English-speaking driver guides you through the UNESCO-listed ancient rock formations before returning to explore the capital's Roman ruins, hilltop citadel, and bustling traditional souks.
Explore the rose-colored city of Petra after pick up from your central Amman hotel, settle into your air-conditioned comfortable vehicle with your English – Speaking Driver, who doubles up as your guide on your journey to and from Petra, UNESCO – listed Heritage and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Petra, a rock city cut into a sandstone valley 2,000 years ago. Walk towards the “Siq” entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, visit the Royal Tombs, the Theater, and more like the Byzantine Church. Proceed back to Amman for a panoramic tour of Amman’s top attractions including the Citadel viewpoint, the Roman Theater, the downtown souks, and views of the city's mosques, churches, and historical Jabal Amman and Jabal Al-Webdeih ancient quarters, besides proceeding to the new modern part of Amman’s capital.
Highlights
- ✓Walk the Siq canyon entrance and stand before Petra's iconic rose-tinted Treasury facade
- ✓Explore Royal Tombs, ancient Theater, and Byzantine Church within the sandstone valley
- ✓Visit Amman Citadel with panoramic city views and Roman Temple remains
- ✓Tour the Roman Theater and wander the downtown souks and traditional quarters
- ✓Private, air-conditioned vehicle with dedicated English-speaking guide throughout
Insider tips
- ★Wear sturdy walking shoes; Petra involves 3–4 km of uneven terrain and elevation changes across the site
- ★Bring plenty of water and sun protection—the rose-colored cliffs offer minimal shade, especially mid-day
- ★Arrive at Petra early in your itinerary to avoid afternoon crowds and photograph the Treasury in better light
- ★Ask your guide about lesser-visited sites like the Byzantine Church to maximize time away from main pathways
Good to know
- •Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Amman are included; confirm your accommodation at booking
- •The pace includes roughly 2 hours of guided exploration at Petra plus sightseeing stops in Amman—not a rushed itinerary
- •Most of Petra is accessible by foot; some areas involve moderate climbing and narrow passages
- •Bring a light jacket; early morning and evening temperatures can be cooler in the valley
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Visit October–April for comfortable temperatures and clear skies; avoid July–August heat. Morning light illuminates the Treasury's rose hues beautifully, so an early start maximizes photography and minimizes crowds.








