Petra to Wadi Rum tour with 4x4 safari and Bedouin camp

Two deserts, one day: Petra's carved facades and Wadi Rum's red dunes by jeep and foot

This full-day tour from Petra combines the ancient Nabataean ruins of Petra with a desert expedition to Wadi Rum, featuring private transportation with an English-speaking driver, a 4x4 jeep safari through sandstone formations and slot canyons, and a stop at a Bedouin camp for Arabic tea. The tour runs eight to thirteen hours depending on your route and includes hotel pickup and drop-off. You can book Petra and Wadi Rum together or Petra alone, and add the 4x4 safari as an option at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Wadi Rum from Petra

• Meet driver in Petra
• Drive scenic route to Wadi Rum
• Enjoy 4x4 jeep safari with Bedouin guide
• Visit Nabatean Temple ruins
• Walk narrow slot canyon with inscriptions
• Climb to T.E. Lawrence spring viewpoint
• Stop at Red Sand Dune for photos
• Relax at Bedouin camp with tea
• Optional camel ride in desert
• Return drive to Amman or airport

The experience

The day starts with hotel pickup in Petra and a two-hour drive to Wadi Rum Protected Area, where the landscape shifts from carved stone facades to endless desert plains. A local Bedouin driver takes you on a 4x4 jeep safari (if selected) through sites like the Nabataean Temple, the Map of Wadi Rum carved into rock, and the Little Bridge: a natural formation spanning a narrow gorge. You'll pass towering sandstone mountains rising from pink sand and explore slot canyons with ancient petroglyphs etched into the walls, remnants of caravan routes that crossed here centuries ago.

The Red Sand Dune is a popular stop for photos and sandboarding if you want to try it. At a Bedouin camp nestled in the desert, you can sit with locals, sip Arabic tea or coffee, and watch the light change across the dunes. The route includes Lawrence's Spring, a natural water source named after T.E. Lawrence with a short scramble up to a viewpoint overlooking the desert plains. Your vehicle has climate control, onboard Wi-Fi, and phone charging, so you stay comfortable during the long stretches between stops.

The return journey to Amman or the airport takes roughly two hours depending on traffic and your final destination. You travel in a private vehicle with your own driver rather than in a shared minibus, which means the pace and stops can flex around what interests you most. The tour is wheelchair accessible and works for families with infants in strollers, though the jeep safari itself involves bumpy terrain and is optional at checkout.

What’s included

• Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off.
• licensed English-speaking driver.
• climate-controlled vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi and phone charging.
• 4x4 jeep safari through Wadi Rum (if selected at checkout).
• Bedouin camp visit with Arabic tea or coffee.
• access to Nabataean sites including slot canyons with ancient petroglyphs, the Nabataean Temple, Lawrence's Spring, and the Red Sand Dune.

Options for this experience

4 options

Full-day private tour of Petra onlyGuide in English or Arabic · 9 departure times: the first at 05:30, the last at 09:30Entry fees are not part of the tour package. This option is a full-day tour of Petra starting from Amman and does not include a visit to Wadi Rum or a jeep tour. While on-site guides are not included, you can always hire one at each location. Duration is 11 hours. Bottled water is provided onboard. Your driver picks you up from any area in Amman or the airport. Transportation is by private, air-conditioned vehicle: normal sedan, mini-van, or mini-bus. Buying the Jordan Pass in advance gives discounted entry and access to other Jordanian attractions (recommended). Pickup is included.

Option without the 4x4 safari tourGuide in English or Arabic · 15 departure times: the first at 05:30, the last at 12:30Departing from Petra, this day trip goes to Wadi Rum but does not include a visit to Petra itself. Entry fees are not part of the package. Duration is 10 hours. Bottled water is provided. The 4x4 safari ride is not included while on-site, though you can always hire one at the location. This is a private tour with door-to-door pickup and drop-off. Buying the Jordan Pass in advance gives discounted entry and access to other Jordanian attractions. Pickup is included.

Option with the 4x4 safari tourGuide in English or Arabic · 15 departure times: the first at 05:30, the last at 12:30Departing from Petra, this day trip goes to Wadi Rum but does not include a visit to Petra itself. Entry fees for Wadi Rum are included in the package. Door-to-door service. Duration is 10 hours. A bottle of water is available onboard. While on-site, the two-hour 4x4 safari ride through the desert of Wadi Rum is included. Private transportation by normal sedan, mini-van, or mini-bus. The Jordan Pass is recommended for this option, offering discounted advance entry and access to other Jordanian attractions. Pickup is included.

Tour covering both sites, everything includedGuide in English or Arabic · 9 departure times: the first at 05:30, the last at 09:30Entry fees for Petra and Wadi Rum are included in the tour package. A local guide is included for two hours only at Petra. A 2-hour 4x4 safari ride through the desert of Wadi Rum is included when on-site. Duration is 13 hours. Bottled water is provided onboard. Amenities such as bottled water, WiFi, and phone charging are available during the ride. We offer a range of vehicles, from economy sedans to larger vans, to suit different needs. This option is a day trip covering both Petra and Wadi Rum. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 05:30, the last at 12:30

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Arabic

Audio guideEnglish and Arabic

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 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendly

Operated by R&H VIP Transportation Services

Is this one for you?Choose the full two-site tour if you want to see both Petra's carved monuments and Wadi Rum's desert landscape in one day. The private vehicle and flexible stops let you linger at whichever sites matter most to you. Book Petra only if a full day in the desert feels like too much, or if you're already spending time in Wadi Rum separately.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

How long is the drive from Petra to Wadi Rum?

The scenic drive to Wadi Rum takes a minimum of two hours each way, depending on road conditions. The full tour runs eight to thirteen hours total, including time for stops and the jeep safari.

What exactly is the 4x4 safari and can I skip it?

The 4x4 jeep safari is a two-hour guided drive through Wadi Rum with a Bedouin driver, visiting the Nabataean Temple, slot canyons with petroglyphs, and the Red Sand Dune. It's optional. You can book the tour without it and still visit Wadi Rum by vehicle and on foot at the camp.

Does the tour include meals?

Meals are not included, though you'll stop at a Bedouin camp where Arabic tea and coffee are available. You can arrange food at the camp or bring your own snacks for the day.

Can I book just Petra without Wadi Rum?

Yes, a "Private Full Day Petra Only" option is available at checkout if you prefer to stay in Petra rather than travel to the desert.

What's included in the vehicle during the long drives?

The climate-controlled vehicle includes onboard Wi-Fi, phone charging, and a licensed English-speaking driver. You travel privately rather than in a shared group, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Is camel riding part of the tour?

Camel rides are available at Wadi Rum but are at your own expense and optional. They're not included in the tour price.