Spend a day walking among the Nabataean rock-cut monuments of Petra, then trade carved stone for sweeping desert at Wadi Rum. This two-day tour pairs UNESCO-scale archaeology with Bedouin nights, jeep safaris and star-studded skies.
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You enter Petra the way travelers have for centuries: through the Siq, a shadowed slit in the rock that funnels heat and sound into a hush, then opens onto the Treasury like a carved memory. Sun slides across the façade, painting the sandstone in bands of red, pink and pale white. That first day is a steady, intimate march past tombs and theaters hewn by the Nabataeans, a civilization that coaxed water from desert stone and turned trade routes into a city.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required: comfortable walking for several hours, able to handle uneven steps and short hikes in sand.
Wildlife
History
Petra grew from a Nabataean trade hub into a sophisticated center of stone-cut architecture and hydraulic engineering beginning around the 6th century BCE.
Conservation
Both Petra and Wadi Rum are protected sites; stay on marked trails, avoid climbing fragile façades and support local Bedouin enterprises to foster sustainable tourism.
Reserve your spot on the 2-Day Tour of Petra and Wadi Rum today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Purchase the Jordan Pass
Buy the Jordan Pass before arrival to cover your visa and Petra entrance fees; it saves time and money at the gate.
Footwear for uneven surfaces
Wear sturdy hiking shoes with good tread—Petra has thousands of carved steps and Wadi Rum has soft sand that strains ankles.
Stay hydrated and pace yourself
Carry at least 1.5–2 L of water per day and sip frequently; the desert sun and long walks deplete energy quickly.
Respect Bedouin camps and customs
Ask before photographing people and accept hospitality modestly; tipping for guides and hosts is customary and appreciated.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Necessary for traction on carved steps in Petra and rocky trails in Wadi Rum.
Sun protection (hat, SPF, sunglasses)
The Jordan sun is intense; protection prevents sunburn and heat fatigue.
summer
Insulating layer and a windbreaker
Desert nights get cold; a warm layer and windproof shell keep comfort at camp.
spring
Headlamp or compact flashlight
Useful for moving around the Bedouin camp at night and photographing the Milky Way.