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Private Petra Day Trip Including Little Petra from Amman

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Amman, Jordan
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About this activity

Discover Jordan's most iconic ancient site on a full-day private excursion from Amman, featuring both the UNESCO-listed rock city of Petra and the quieter satellite settlement of Little Petra. Your dedicated driver and local guide lead you through 2,000-year-old Nabataean architecture carved into rose-coloured sandstone, with flexibility to explore at your own pace.

Experience Jordan’s greatest ancient treasure on this private day trip to Petra from Amman. After traveling from Amman to Petra with a private driver, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of UNESCO-listed Petra: a rock city cut into a sandstone valley some 2,000 years ago. Walk or ride a horse along the “Siq” entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, Royal Tombs, and more. During your explorations, learn about Petra’s history from your local guide and see lesser-known Little Petra, whose sculpted rock buildings were a suburb of the main city.

Highlights

  • ✓Walk or ride horses through the dramatic Siq canyon entrance
  • ✓See the iconic rose-tinted Treasury facade and Royal Tombs
  • ✓Explore Little Petra, the ancient suburb with sculpted rock dwellings
  • ✓Private transportation and guided interpretation throughout
  • ✓Learn Nabataean history from a local expert

Insider tips

  • ★Start early in the day to beat crowds at Petra's main attractions and enjoy better lighting for photography
  • ★Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip—the Siq and pathways involve uneven terrain
  • ★Request the horse option in advance if interested; it reduces physical strain on steep sections
  • ★Bring plenty of water and sun protection; there's minimal shade once inside the Siq

Good to know

  • •Total journey time is 12 hours including round-trip travel from Amman (approximately 3 hours each way)
  • •The 2-hour guided tour covers main highlights; additional self-exploration is possible within the site
  • •Wear sturdy, closed-toe hiking shoes; the terrain is rocky and uneven
  • •Bring sunscreen, hat, and 2+ litres of water per person
  • •Private transport means door-to-door pickup from your Amman location

Who it's for

History and archaeology enthusiastsFirst-time visitors to Jordan seeking a comprehensive introductionGroups or families wanting flexible, private-guide experiencesPhotographers seeking dramatic desert landscapes and ancient monuments

Best time to visit

Visit September to November or March to May for mild temperatures and lower crowds. Arrive at Petra early (ideally 8–9 a.m.) to maximize daylight and avoid peak midday heat and congestion.

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