Egypt, Jordan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Full-Day Tour to Petra from Sharm El Sheikh Explore Jordan’s Ancient Wonder

21 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Sharm El-Sheikh. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day trip from Sharm El Sheikh to Petra
02 Scenic ferry crossing over the Gulf of Aqaba
03 Walk through the Siq Canyon to the Treasury
04 Guided visit to Petra’s Nabatean ruins
05 See the Roman Theater, Royal Tombs, and temples
06 Traditional Jordanian lunch in Wadi Musa
07 Free time for photos and local crafts
08 Round-trip transfers by air-conditioned bus

Travel from Sharm El Sheikh to Petra on a full-day journey that combines desert landscapes, a ferry crossing over the Gulf of Aqaba, and guided discovery in one of the region’s most remarkable archaeological sites. Enter the ancient city through the Siq Canyon and experience the dramatic first view of the Treasury, followed by Petra’s rock-cut monuments, tombs, and Roman Theater.

With round-trip transfers, a local guide in Petra, and a traditional Jordanian lunch included, this experience offers a memorable way to explore Jordan’s UNESCO-listed wonder in a single day.

Travel from Sharm El Sheikh to Petra on a full-day journey that combines desert landscapes, a ferry crossing over the Gulf of Aqaba, and guided discovery in one of the region’s most remarkable archaeological sites.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 21 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Aqaba, Sharm el Sheikh, Petra, Taba

Languages English, Italian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hotel Pickup & Scenic Transfer to Taba

Early morning departure from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus.
Enjoy the desert landscapes as you travel to Taba port (Egypt-Jordan border).

Ferry Crossing to Jordan (Gulf of Aqaba)

Board a ferry for a picturesque journey across the Gulf of Aqaba.
Arrive in Jordan and meet your local guide for the adventure ahead.

Journey to Petra – The Lost City

Travel through dramatic desert scenery to Wadi Musa (Valley of Moses), the gateway to Petra.
Enter via the Siq Canyon, a narrow gorge flanked by towering cliffs, leading to the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh)—your first breathtaking glimpse of Petra’s wonders.

Guided Exploration of Petra’s Highlights

Discover 2,000-year-old Nabatean ruins with your expert guide:
The Treasury – Petra’s most famous facade, carved into rose-red rock.
Roman Theater – A 7,000-seat amphitheater hewn from the mountainside.
Royal Tombs & Temples – Ornate burial chambers and ancient religious sites.
Enjoy free time to photograph the ruins or shop for local crafts.

Authentic Jordanian Lunch