Petra and Wadi Rum tour from Amman: Private guide and jeep

Petra's Treasury and Royal Tombs, then Wadi Rum's desert at sunset

A private guided tour from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum in one day, with pickup and air-conditioned transport. You hike or ride down the Siq sandstone canyon to the Treasury, walk the Street of Facades and Roman Theater, then drive to Wadi Rum to watch the sunset over the Moon Valley. The guide speaks your choice of six languages.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Petra4h
2. Wadi Rum3h

Explore Petra and Wadi Rum Desert

• Pick up from Amman or airport
• Drive 3 hours to Petra
• Meet private guide at Petra
• Hike or ride horse to Siq entrance
• Visit Treasury, Street of Facades
• See Roman Theater and Royal Tombs
• Drive 1.5 hours to Wadi Rum
• Enjoy sunset in Wadi Rum desert
• Return to airport or Amman

The experience

Petra, the Rose-Red City carved into sandstone cliffs, was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom and remained hidden to the outside world until 1812. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders, it demands more than a quick stop, and this tour gives you the time to actually walk it. Your private guide meets you at the site and leads you down the Siq, a long winding canyon that opens onto the Treasury. From there you move through the Street of Facades, past the Roman Theater and up to the Royal Tombs, each one revealing a different layer of the ancient city.

After Petra, you drive an hour and a half to Wadi Rum, the desert landscape locals call the Moon Valley. The shift from carved stone to open sand happens fast, and you arrive in time to watch the sunset paint the dunes. The full day is long (three hours driving to Petra, another three hours back toward Wadi Rum, plus the walking at each site), but it compresses two of Jordan's most distinct landscapes into a single departure from Amman.

Your driver picks you up early morning in an air-conditioned vehicle and handles all the transport. The guide is live and speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one of three other languages, so the commentary is in your own words. Specialized infant seats are available, and all areas at both sites are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle and private transportation throughout.
• pickup from Amman or the airport.
• a live guide in your choice of language.

Options for this experience

5 options

Transfer to Petra, One WayGuide in 14 languages · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Lasts 3 hours. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size car or minivan. Pickup is included.

Only Transportation to PetraGuide in 14 languages · 11 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 12:00Lasts 9 hours. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size car or minivan. Pickup is included.

Petra and Wadi Rum, basicGuide in 14 languages · 5 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 09:00Lasts 14 hours. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size car or minivan. Pickup is included.

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Guided Tour of Petra OnlyGuide in 14 languages · 11 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 12:00Lasts 9 hours. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size car or minivan. A local guide at Petra for 3 hours. Pickup is included.

Petra and Wadi Rum, with guide and jeepGuide in 14 languages · 5 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 09:00Jeep safari of 2 hours in Wadi Rum. Lasts 14 hours. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size car or minivan. A local guide at Petra for 3 hours. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

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AgesAdult (9 and older) · Child (5 to 8 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian and Ukrainian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Petra Limo

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see both Petra and Wadi Rum in one day with a private vehicle and guide who move at your pace, rather than joining a group with fixed stops and timing.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Chinese, Ukrainian, Japanese, Polish and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 8 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What is the Siq at Petra?

The Siq is a long, winding sandstone canyon that serves as the entrance passage to Petra's main monuments. Your guide leads you down it to reach the Treasury, the most famous structure at the site.

How much time do I spend walking at Petra?

The itinerary includes the Treasury, Street of Facades, Roman Theater and Royal Tombs, but the exact time you spend on foot depends on your pace and which sites you choose to explore in depth. Your private guide can adjust the route to match your fitness level.

When do I see the sunset at Wadi Rum?

You arrive at Wadi Rum in the late afternoon, timed so you can watch the sunset over the desert before heading back to Amman or the airport. The timing depends on the season, but the tour is built around catching it.

Can I do this tour if I use a wheelchair?

All areas and surfaces at both Petra and Wadi Rum are wheelchair accessible, and transportation is wheelchair accessible throughout. Your guide and driver can work with your needs on the day.

Do I need to be fit to do this tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. At Petra, you can hike down the Siq or ride a horse instead, and your guide adjusts the walking to match your pace.