2-Day Private Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

2 days (approx. 48 hours)

Fitness Level

Reasonable fitness for several hours of walking on uneven terrain and short climbs; not strenuous but expect a full itinerary.

Overview

Spend two days moving from the ancient carved streets of Petra to the otherworldly dunes of Wadi Rum and the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea. This private loop pairs archaeology, Bedouin hospitality and a restorative float at the lowest point on earth.

2-Day Private Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea

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Date

Mon, Nov 24

Travelers

The morning light slices through the Siq — a narrow cleft of rose sandstone that tightens suddenly until the Treasury appears like a carved promise in the rock. You step from the cool shadow into heat and history: columns, reliefs and the slow, patient weathering of 2,000 years. This is Petra at first light, the high point of a two-day loop that moves from carved Nabatean facades to the broad silence of Wadi Rum’s dunes and, finally, to the buoyant, mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Start Petra early

Begin at first light to avoid crowds and heat—you’ll get better light for photos and cooler walking conditions.

Hydrate for desert drives

Carry 2–3 liters of water per person for the day; vehicle time is air‑conditioned but hikes and jeep rides demand steady fluids.

Footwear and footing

Wear closed-toe, grippy shoes—the trails in Petra are rocky and Wadi Rum’s jeep stops can require short, uneven walks.

Dead Sea skin care

Avoid shaving before floating and rinse thoroughly after; mineral-rich mud is nourishing but salty water irritates open skin and contacts.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Desert fox (Vulpes vulpes)
Sinuous lizards and endemic bird species like Sinai wheatear

History

Petra was the capital of the Nabatean kingdom and a vital caravan hub between Arabia and the Mediterranean; Wadi Rum has been inhabited and traversed by nomadic groups for millennia.

Conservation

Visitors are asked to respect fragile rock art and stick to marked paths; local guides and camps are increasingly adopting sustainable waste and water practices.