Private Full-Day Petra Tour from Amman: Rose City with Guide

Ten hours: hotel pickup, the Siq, Treasury, Roman theater, royal tombs, and lunch

A private full-day tour from Amman to Petra, Jordan's UNESCO World Heritage Site, with hotel pickup, round-trip transport, and a two-hour guided walk through the rose-red city carved 2,000 years ago. You travel by private car past deserts and mountains, meet your guide at the site, walk the narrow Siq gorge into the ancient city, explore the Treasury and Roman monuments, and return with buffet lunch included.

The experience

The day starts at 7 am in your Amman hotel lobby, where your private chauffeur picks you up in an air-conditioned vehicle. The drive to Petra crosses desert and mountain terrain, and upon arrival you meet your private guide for a two-hour walk through the site. This is not a crowded group experience: the guide is yours alone, pacing the tour to your rhythm and answering questions as you move through the monuments.

The Siq (a narrow gorge carved into rose-red rock) is the gateway into the ancient city. Your guide walks you through it and into Petra itself, explaining how Nabataean traders established this capital possibly as early as 312 BC and carved the entire city into the stone over centuries. You see the Treasury (Al Khazneh), the elaborate temple famous from the Indiana Jones film, then move through the street of facades, the early necropolis, the Roman theater, and the royal tombs. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French, or one of two additional languages, available on request.

After the guided portion ends, you have time to explore further or rest before a buffet lunch. The return journey to your Amman hotel is included, with the full day lasting about ten hours from pickup to drop-off. Bottled water and soft drinks travel with you throughout.

What’s included

• Buffet lunch.
• private vehicle with air conditioning.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman.
• bottled water and soft drinks.
• professional guide for two hours in Petra.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Red Rock Tours

Is this one for you?This private tour suits travelers who want their own guide and pace rather than joining a group, and who prefer the simplicity of hotel pickup and a single all-in price. The ten-hour day is full but manageable for anyone with moderate fitness. If you need a slower pace or prefer a shorter visit, a half-day option may suit you better.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Arabic.

What is the Siq at Petra?

The Siq is a narrow gorge carved into the rose-red rock that forms the main entrance into the ancient city of Petra. Your guide leads you through it to reach the monuments inside.

How much of Petra do I see on this tour?

The two-hour guided portion covers the Treasury (Al Khazneh), the Roman theater, royal tombs, the street of facades, and the early necropolis. After the guide portion ends, you can explore additional areas on your own before lunch.

Is the guide with me the entire ten hours?

No, the professional guide leads a two-hour tour of Petra's main monuments. The remaining time includes your drive from Amman, lunch, and free exploration of the site at your own pace.

What happens if I'm not fit enough for a lot of walking?

Petra involves walking through the Siq gorge and around the monuments on uneven terrain. The operator recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness. You can discuss any concerns when booking to see what pace works for your situation.