3-Day Petra and Wadi Rum Tour from Tel Aviv

Walk the Siq into Petra's Treasury, then ride a jeep through Wadi Rum's sandstone cliffs and sleep in a Bedouin camp.

A 3-day guided tour from Tel Aviv that crosses the King Hussein Bridge into Jordan to explore Petra—a UNESCO World Heritage site with the iconic Treasury, Royal Tombs and Monastery—then spends a night in Wadi Rum's desert landscape before returning through Madaba's mosaic streets and Mount Nebo. The tour includes accommodation at a Bedouin-style campsite, a 4WD jeep adventure through Wadi Rum, all entrance fees, an air-conditioned vehicle for transfers, and an English-speaking guide. Visa on arrival is available for most nationalities; Israeli citizens cannot book this tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wadi Rum Desert Adventure

• Depart from Tel Aviv
• Cross King Hussein Bridge border
• Enjoy panoramic views of Jordan Valley
• Begin desert safari in Wadi Rum
• Visit Mushroom Rock
• Hike among Seven Pillars of Wisdom
• Overnight at Bedouin-Style Campsite

Day 2 — Explore Ancient Petra

• Enter Petra through the Siq
• See the Treasury
• Explore Royal Tombs and Monastery
• Trek to High Place of Sacrifice viewpoint
• Experience local hospitality
• Overnight at Bedouin-Style Campsite

Day 3 — Madaba, Mount Nebo and Return

• Visit Mount Nebo and enjoy views
• Explore mosaics in Madaba
• Tour Shobak Castle
• Travel from Shobak Castle to Petra
• Cross King Hussein Bridge border back

The Experience

The journey begins in Tel Aviv and crosses into Jordan via the King Hussein Bridge, where you'll pass through Jericho and the Jordan Valley before reaching Wadi Rum on day one. A 4WD jeep takes you through the desert's towering sandstone cliffs and golden dunes, past the distinctive Mushroom Rock and the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, before you settle into a traditional Bedouin-style campsite for the night.

Day two is devoted entirely to Petra. You enter through the narrow Siq—a slot canyon that builds anticipation as the Treasury emerges from the rock walls ahead. The day unfolds through the Royal Tombs, the Monastery perched high on the cliff face, and the Great Temple, each carved directly into rose-colored stone. A trek to the High Place of Sacrifice rewards the climb with panoramic views across the ancient Nabatean city. You return to the Bedouin campsite for a second night.

On the final day, the route heads north through Madaba, where intricate mosaics cover walls and floors throughout the town's streets, then climbs Mount Nebo for views across the Jordan Valley toward Jerusalem. Shobak Castle—a hilltop fortress holding centuries of history—comes next before the drive back to the King Hussein Bridge and return to Tel Aviv. The air-conditioned vehicle handles all transfers; the guide provides commentary throughout in English.

What’s included

• Accommodation at a Bedouin-style campsite for two nights.
• guided tour with an English-speaking guide.
• 4WD jeep adventure through Wadi Rum's desert.
• air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers.
• all entrance fees to Petra, Wadi Rum, Mount Nebo, Madaba and Shobak Castle.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Abraham Tlalim Tours LTD

Is this one for you?The tour is led in English, so you'll follow the guide's commentary and explanations throughout. It requires a moderate level of physical fitness—you'll hike to Petra's High Place of Sacrifice and walk extensively through the ancient city—and involves two nights camping in the desert rather than hotels, which suits travelers comfortable with that style of accommodation and ready for an active pace across three days.

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Top questions

What is the Siq at Petra, and what will I see when I walk through it?

The Siq is a narrow, high-walled canyon carved into the rock that serves as the main entrance to Petra. As you walk through it, the Treasury—Petra's most iconic monument—gradually comes into view, carved directly into the rose-colored cliff face at the canyon's end.

Where will I sleep during this 3-day tour?

You'll spend both nights at a traditional Bedouin-style campsite. The first night is in Wadi Rum after your jeep adventure through the desert, and the second is after exploring Petra on day two.

What happens on the jeep adventure in Wadi Rum?

A 4WD jeep takes you through Wadi Rum's desert landscape, passing towering sandstone cliffs, golden dunes, and distinctive rock formations including Mushroom Rock and the Seven Pillars of Wisdom. The route is designed to show the raw scale and geological drama of the desert.

Do I need a visa to enter Jordan, and what are the border crossing procedures?

Visa on arrival is available at the King Hussein Bridge border crossing for most nationalities; check your country's restrictions in advance. Israeli citizens cannot book this tour. You'll pay border taxes at the crossing—Israeli taxes can be paid in ILS, EUR or USD (card or cash), while Jordanian taxes are cash only in JOD.

What is included in the tour price?

The tour includes accommodation at a Bedouin-style campsite for two nights; all entrance fees to Petra, Wadi Rum and other sites; a 4WD jeep adventure through Wadi Rum; an air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers between sites; and an English-speaking guide throughout the 3 days.

Will I visit any sites besides Petra and Wadi Rum?

Yes. The tour also includes Jericho on the crossing into Jordan, Mount Nebo for panoramic views of the Jordan Valley, Madaba to see its famous mosaics, and Shobak Castle, a hilltop fortress, on the return journey to Tel Aviv.