Petra & Wadi Rum Day Trip: Treasury and Desert Highlights

Walk the Siq into Petra's Treasury, then cross desert dunes in Wadi Rum

A full-day tour from Amman combines Petra's ancient monuments with Wadi Rum's desert landscape, departing with private transportation and an English-speaking driver. You spend three hours at Petra walking the Siq canyon to the Treasury and Royal Tombs, two hours in Wadi Rum's sandstone mountains, and conclude at the Dead Sea Museum overlooking the lowest point on Earth.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Petra3h
2. Wadi Rum2h
3. Dead Sea Museum1h

Explore Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea

• Explore Petra's Treasury and Royal Tombs
• Discover Wadi Rum desert landscapes
• Visit Dead Sea Museum and viewpoints

The experience

The Siq is a narrow canyon carved into rose-colored stone, and walking it is how you enter Petra. The trail leads straight to the Treasury, the site's most photographed monument, then opens into the wider valley where the Royal Tombs rise from the cliff face. You have three hours to move through these landmarks at your own pace, with the option to hike further to the Monastery if the time and your legs allow. Camel and donkey rides are available if you want them, and the site has plenty of side routes and hidden alcoves to discover on your own.

After Petra, the tour crosses into Wadi Rum's protected desert area, where sandstone mountains tower over vast dunes and the landscape shifts entirely. You spend two hours here, moving through the terrain and taking in the scale of the place. The drive itself is part of the experience: the route between the two sites covers the distance and the changing terrain of central Jordan.

The Dead Sea Museum wraps up the day with a look at the geology and history of the salt lake below sea level. The stop lasts about an hour and includes views across the water. Private air-conditioned transport runs the whole route, and your driver speaks English. The tour runs 11 to 13 hours door-to-door, with pickup from your Amman hotel or airport included.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned transportation from your Amman location.
• airport parking ticket if picked up from the airport (valid for up to two hours).
• English-speaking driver.
• sales tax.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Retaj Jordan Tours and transportation

Is this one for you?The tour departs from Amman with pickup at your hotel or airport, so you don't need a rental car or local transport to reach Petra and Wadi Rum. The private vehicle and fixed route mean you move between three sites in a single day without arranging connections yourself.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Siq and how long does it take to walk through it?

The Siq is a narrow canyon carved into stone that forms the entrance to Petra. You walk through it as part of your three hours at the site, and it leads directly to the Treasury. The canyon itself takes roughly 15 to 20 minutes to traverse, depending on pace and crowds.

Can I ride a camel or donkey at Petra?

Camel and donkey rides are available at Petra and can be arranged during your visit. These are optional and add to the experience if you want them, though they are not included in the tour price.

How much time do I spend in Wadi Rum?

You have two hours in Wadi Rum to explore the desert landscape, sandstone mountains and dunes. The time allows you to move through the protected area and take in the scale of the terrain without rushing.

What does the Dead Sea Museum show?

The Dead Sea Museum covers the history, geology and ecological significance of the salt lake, which sits at the lowest point on Earth. The visit includes panoramic views across the water and takes roughly an hour.

Does the tour price include entrance fees to Petra and Wadi Rum?

Entrance fees to Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea Museum are not included in the tour price and must be paid separately. Meals and beverages are also not included.