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Petra by Ferry: Jordan's Rose City

Extended full day · about 20–22 hours in totalOn request
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Duration

Extended full day · about 20–22 hours in total

Availability

On request

Departure

From your hotel

Overview

An extraordinary international adventure across the Gulf of Aqaba to discover the ancient capital carved into the rock by the Nabataeans, with an official Italian-speaking guide. The Siq, the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), the Street of Facades, the Roman Theatre and the Royal Tombs — with the Jordanian visa and customs fees already included.

Day programme

  1. 1

    01:30 – 02:30

    Pick-up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in an air-conditioned bus and coastal transfer to the port of Taba (about 2h30–3h).

  2. 2

    Fast catamaran crossing: border formalities at Taba and boarding the fast ferry to Aqaba, Jordan (about 45–50 min). Meeting with the guide and a scenic bus journey to Petra.

  3. 3

    The Siq and the Treasury (Al-Khazneh): entering on foot through the spectacular natural gorge with walls up to 80 metres high, until the famous facade of the Treasury appears suddenly before you.

  4. 4

    The ancient city: a guided walk along the Street of Facades, the majestic Roman Theatre carved into the rock and the imposing Royal Tombs.

  5. 5

    Buffet lunch: a break with traditional Jordanian and Middle Eastern specialities in a selected restaurant.

  6. 6

    Aqaba stop: a short pause in the coastal town for a walk or to buy local sweets and souvenirs, depending on customs timings.

  7. 7

    22:30 – 23:30

    Return to Sharm El Sheikh: fast ferry to Taba, border checks and arrival at your hotel late in the evening.

What's included

  • All ground transfers in Egypt and Jordan with air conditioning
  • Return fast catamaran tickets (Taba ⇄ Aqaba)
  • Jordanian entry visa and all customs and port fees
  • Official entrance ticket to the archaeological site of Petra
  • Official Italian-speaking tour guide
  • Buffet lunch in a restaurant

Not included

  • Drinks at the restaurant
  • Electric carts or horses inside the archaeological site
  • Tips for the guide and drivers

What to bring

  • Original passport valid for at least 6 more months (mandatory at the international border)
  • Comfortable, sturdy trainers or hiking shoes — there is a lot of walking on unpaved, stony paths
  • Comfortable clothing in layers, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen
  • A breakfast box requested at the hotel the evening before
  • Cash (euros, dollars or local currency) for drinks and souvenirs
Departure time01:30 – 02:30
Return time22:30 – 23:30

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