A trip to Petra from Sharm El Sheikh is one of the most popular and unique excursions. Your journey begins at night as you depart from your hotel by bus towards the Israeli border.
Petra is an ancient city in Jordan, carved into the rock, and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Its main attraction is Al-Khazneh (The Treasury), renowned for its magnificent architecture. Other must-see sights include the Monastery, the Amphitheater, the Royal Tombs, and other amazing structures.
The journey continues towards the small village of Wadi Musa, home to the Petra Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its beautiful canyons, gorges, and the vast cultural heritage of the highly developed Nabatean civilization.
Upon arriving in Petra, tourists can feel the spirit of antiquity and stand in the footsteps of those who lived here over 2000 years ago. One of the main attractions is the grand Khazneh, often called the treasure of the Nabatean capital. This architectural marvel, carved from red sandstone, is striking in its beauty and power.
Tourists can also embark on a hiking trip to Mount Aaron, from where they can enjoy breathtaking views of the city of Petra. The return to Sharm El-Sheikh is scheduled for the evening, leaving all guests in awe of having achieved their goal of seeing and enjoying the beauty of ancient culture that thrived in these lands for many centuries.
When visiting Petra, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and to bring sunscreen, water, and a camera to capture unforgettable moments.
“What is included in the tour:
- Departure from your hotel to the city of Taba at around 00:00 (exact time will be communicated after booking; the journey to the ferry crossing point takes about 3 hours, depending on the location of your hotel);
- Transfer by ferry to the Jordanian city of Aqaba (border crossing);
- Bus ride to the city of Wadi Musa with a stop at a souvenir shop (approximately 3 hours);
- Walking tour to the ancient city of Petra through the Siq gorge (about 1 km);
- Visit to the Al-Khazneh palace (one of the most popular attractions);
- Horseback ride of about 800 meters (approximately 25 minutes, mandatory tip to the Bedouins, $2-3);
- Sightseeing of other attractions (Roman Theater, royal tombs, monuments, and obelisks);
- Walk along the Roman-Byzantine colonnade;
- Free time, ascent to Mount Al-Habis to the Crusader fortress and panoramic view;
- Lunch at a restaurant;
- Return to the city of Aqaba (free time, some shopping in stores);
- Return trip to Sharm El-Sheikh, arriving at your hotel by 01:00 the following day.”
Included in the tour price:
- Entrance fees as per the program
- Ferry ticket
- Jordan visa
- Lunch at a restaurant
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide
- Transportation in a comfortable vehicle
Not included in the tour price:
- Beverages during lunch
- Rides on a donkey, camel, or carriage (in the Petra canyon, optional, payment on site)
- Tips for Bedouin horsemen ($2-3) and other staff, at your discretion
- Cost for children under 2 years old – $65
Additional Information:
- Departure is on the night of Tuesday to Wednesday, or Friday to Saturday.
- A prepayment of $10 per person is required (bank transfer only) to process the permit, reserve your spot, and will be refunded if you cancel at least one day before the departure date. The remaining full payment is made during the transfer.
- Transportation is provided by a large bus or a minibus in case of a small group, to the border crossing point in the city of Taba. Upon arrival in Jordan, tourists will be met by another bus provided by the host company (the sole organizer of Russian-speaking group tours in this country).
- It is necessary to send a photo of all passports to arrange a tourist permit at the tourist police.
- A visa to visit Jordan on this tour is not required (the Egyptian visa is not canceled; a Sinai stamp is sufficient).
- Citizens of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Georgia, and Armenia may be denied entry to Jordan. Please contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the consulate of your country or Jordan for detailed information, as we do not have it. If you decide to go anyway, at the risk of being denied entry at the border, $105 will be deducted from your expenses. You will be returned to your hotel in the evening of the same day and spend the whole day on the ferry.
- Please note that the logistics are quite lengthy, and tourists spend about 4 hours in Petra itself.
- There are no hidden fees or commissions; the price is final
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Your price is so low... Probably you are doing a low-quality service?
We truly offer some of the lowest prices while maintaining a high quality of service. The reason is that we are an online booking company for large tour operators in Egypt, allowing us to offer very competitive prices due to our large volume of tourists. By booking with us, you receive high-quality service without overpaying intermediaries.
What kind of buses and transfers do you have?
A variety of transportation is available for use by the event organizers within the park, including cars, minivans, and comfortable buses. All vehicles are equipped with air conditioning and safety systems. For longer journeys, buses with restrooms are provided. Additionally, all vehicles undergo regular maintenance and sanitation checks, and possess the necessary tourist permits. Furthermore, drivers undergo inspections by the tourist police before each long trip.
How and when do I pay for the tour?
<strong>We work without prepayment.</strong> All group tours are paid for on the bus or during the tour itself. The exceptions are prepayments for private tours and tours that require purchasing airline tickets or processing documents. Our main programs are paid for directly during the transfer or at the beginning of the tour. You don’t need to look for someone to pay for the tour. An employee of the organizer will approach you. You can pay in cash in US dollars, euros, or Egyptian pounds. For your convenience, we also offer the option of transferring funds to a bank card in rubles, hryvnias, and euros at the exchange rate or to a cryptocurrency wallet in USDT, prior to the tour. For more detailed information on payment methods and refunds, please see here.
Do you have a tourist license?
Egypt is a highly regulated country, especially when it comes to tourism. For any vehicle or yacht to depart on an excursion, daily permits must be obtained from both the police and the military. If the tour operators don’t have a valid tourism license, they naturally won’t be granted these permits. This is why for certain excursions, we may request copies of your vouchers and passports (this applies to sea excursions in Sharm El-Sheikh, private tours, and some group tours if they involve leaving the city. For other excursions, permits are simply issued based on the number of people, and passport details are not required).
Are we insured during the excursion?
<p data-sourcepos=”5:1-5:212″>Unfortunately, some hotel guides try to convince tourists that their travel insurance is allegedly invalid if they book excursions with external tour operators, as opposed to their own company. This is not true.</p>
<p data-sourcepos=”7:1-7:122″>Firstly, your travel insurance is valid throughout Egypt, just as it would be if you booked with the hotel’s tour company.</p>
<p data-sourcepos=”9:1-9:304″>Secondly, if you are on a boat, bus, or other mode of transport, the organizer bears full insurance liability to the passengers. Otherwise, they simply would not be able to obtain a permit to conduct tour activities. Egypt has quite strict tourism regulations, and permits are required before each trip.</p>
How can I retrieve a lost item from a tour?
We always remind our guests to double-check that they have all their belongings when exiting the bus or yacht at the end of the tour. Unfortunately, recovering lost items can be quite challenging due to the immediate departure of vehicles for cleaning and the complexities of Egyptian logistics. While we will do our best to help you locate your belongings, we cannot guarantee a 100% recovery rate. If we are able to find your item, there will be a delivery fee of $5-10. Please be mindful of your belongings!
Should I adjust my plans or wait for the tour?
We have a significant daily influx of booking requests for our programs from tourists. As a result, most excursions are organized daily or on specific days of the week following a detailed schedule provided in each program’s description. After booking, we will send you the exact pick-up time from your hotel. Many tours will be conducted with small groups from various hotels who have purchased excursions through tour operators. The only difference is that our prices are 40-60% lower (our organizers conduct all major excursions in Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh for Russian-speaking tourists).
Where can I find the photographer who took photos on the tour?
We would like to inform you that the photographers accompanying you on excursions act as independent representatives of their photo studios. They are not part of our online service or the program organizer team. All terms and conditions related to the photoshoot and its payment are discussed and agreed upon directly between you and the photographer. We recommend that you approach prepayments with caution and ensure the reliability of the services, as well as obtain all the photographer’s contact information before making any payments.