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Petra: The City in the Rock — Day Trip from Sharm El Sheikh

★ 4.9 · 480+ travellers
🕒 Full day⛴️ Bus + ferry🗣️ English guide🍽️ Lunch included🚐 Free pick-up
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Overview

Cross from the Red Sea to Jordan for one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations: Petra, the ancient Nabataean city carved into rose-red rock and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Walk through the narrow Siq until the majestic Treasury (Al-Khazneh) appears before you, then discover the Roman Theatre, the Royal Tombs and the temples that make Petra unforgettable. Lunch at a local restaurant is included.

Highlights

  • One of the New Seven Wonders of the World
  • The Siq — Petra’s dramatic canyon entrance
  • The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) in rose-red rock
  • The Roman Theatre and the Royal Tombs
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Round-trip bus & ferry + English guide

Programme

  • ~00:00 — Hotel pick-upLate-night departure from your Sharm hotel.
  • Bus to Taba (~3 hrs)Comfortable coach to the border.
  • Hydrofoil to Jordan (~1 hr)Cross the Gulf of Aqaba by fast ferry.
  • Bus to Petra (~1.5 hrs)Scenic drive to the ancient city.
  • Guided visit (~3 hrs)Siq, Treasury, Temple, Roman Theatre, Royal Tombs.
  • Lunch at a local restaurantTraditional meal (drinks not included).
  • Return by ferry & busBack in Sharm after midnight.

What’s included

  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Round-trip bus + hydrofoil ferry
  • English-speaking guide
  • Petra entrance ticket
  • Lunch (drinks excluded)
  • Jordan entry / visa fees
  • Drinks & personal expenses
  • Tips

Good to know

Passport required: at least 6 months’ validity is mandatory. Guide is in English only. A long overnight journey with a lot of walking.

What to bring: passport (6+ months), comfortable walking shoes, sun protection & hat, a warm layer for the night, and a packed breakfast.

Reviews

What guests say

★★★★★

“Long day but 100% worth it — the Treasury is breathtaking and our guide was excellent.”

Marta R. · Italy
★★★★★

“Smooth pick-up, comfortable ferry, Petra exceeded every expectation.”

Jonas K. · Germany
★★★★★

“A bucket-list day, organised perfectly from door to door.”

Amal S. · UK
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