Private Transfer Amman to Petra: Optional King's Highway Transfer

Travel at your own pace from Amman to Petra, with stops only where you want them

A private transfer from Amman to Petra that you shape to fit your schedule and interests. Choose a direct drive or add stops along the King's Highway: Madaba's 6th-century mosaic map, Mount Nebo where Moses viewed the Promised Land, and the Crusader fortresses of Karak and Shoubak. Your English-speaking driver handles the route while you decide the pace.

The experience

The transfer runs between Amman (airport or city center) and Petra, and you pick which stops matter to you. A direct route gets you to Petra in around three hours if speed is the priority: useful for late arrivals or tight schedules. The King's Highway option stretches the journey to a full day, threading through Jordan's desert landscape and stopping at four named sites along an ancient trade route that once connected the north to Petra in the south.

Madaba holds the Madaba Mosaic Map, a 6th-century Byzantine floor mosaic depicting the Holy Land. Mount Nebo is the site where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land. Karak Castle and Shoubak Castle are both Crusader fortresses: Karak dates to the 12th century and dominates the landscape. Shoubak sits deeper in the desert. You travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed driver who speaks English and knows Jordanian history and culture, so the journey itself becomes part of the experience rather than just transit time. The vehicle includes bottled water, WiFi and phone charging.

Your driver is not a tour guide in the formal sense, but a knowledgeable local who can answer questions and add context as you pass through. The pace and which stops you actually visit are yours to set. This is a transfer that adapts to what interests you, not a fixed itinerary. The operator recommends purchasing a Jordan Pass online before arrival. It covers the visa fee and entry to Petra plus many other sites.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• licensed English-speaking driver.
• bottled water, WiFi and phone charging during the ride.
• flexible routing tailored to your schedule and interests.

Options for this experience

2 options

Desert Highway, to or from PetraGuide in English or Arabic · No fixed timeLocal guide not included. Trip length: about 3 hours to travel to or from Petra via the Desert Highway, with one stop on the way. Water provided on the Desert Highway to Petra. Transport: private, by standard sedan, minivan or minibus. Jordan Pass: buy it in advance for discounted entry and access to other Jordanian attractions. Pickup is included.

Kings Highway, to or from PetraGuide in English or Arabic · No fixed timeTour with optional sites: Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Mujib Canyon, Karak Castle, Dana Village View, Shobak Castle and Petra. Duration: 9 hours. The trip from Amman to Petra via the Kingsway takes roughly 7 to 10 hours. Water: bottled water provided on the Kingsway to Petra, with stops at Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Mujib Canyon, Karak Castle, Dana Village View, Shobak Castle and Petra. Transport: choose from economy sedans up to larger vans to suit different needs. Jordan Pass: it is advisable to buy it online before your trip. The pass covers the visa fee and provides entry. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

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 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendly

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Is this one for you?Book the King's Highway route if you want to see Jordan's major archaeological sites and Crusader castles on the way to Petra. Choose the direct transfer if you're arriving late or need to reach Petra quickly. Both routes are private, so the pace and stops are yours to control.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

Can I choose which stops to visit on the King's Highway route?

Yes. The King's Highway option includes Madaba, Mount Nebo, Karak Castle and Shoubak Castle, but you decide which ones fit your schedule and interests. Your driver will tailor the itinerary to your preferences.

What is the Madaba Mosaic Map?

The Madaba Mosaic Map is a 6th-century Byzantine floor mosaic housed in Madaba that depicts the Holy Land. It's one of the most significant historical mosaics in the region and a key stop on the King's Highway route.

How long does the King's Highway route take compared to the direct transfer?

The direct transfer to Petra takes around three hours. The King's Highway option extends the journey to a full day, allowing time to stop and explore the archaeological sites and castles along the way.

Will my driver provide historical information about the sites?

Your driver is a licensed, English-speaking local with knowledge of Jordanian culture and history. While not a formal tour guide, they can answer questions and provide context about the sites and landscape you pass through.

What's included during the transfer?

Your private transfer includes transportation in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, a licensed English-speaking driver, bottled water, WiFi and phone charging. The operator recommends purchasing a Jordan Pass in advance for visa and Petra entry.