About This Tour
Experience the ultimate Jordan adventure with our Petra & Wadi Rum Combo Tour from Aqaba Port — a powerful fusion of ancient history and surreal desert landscapes, designed for cruise passengers looking to make the most of a single day. This tour takes you to two of Jordan’s most iconic sites, both UNESCO World Heritage-listed, in one unforgettable journey.
Begin your day with an early pick-up from Aqaba Port, followed by a scenic drive through the mountains to the lost city of Petra. You’ll explore the rose-red city carved into stone by the Nabateans over 2,000 years ago — walking through the famous Siq, marveling at the Treasury, and discovering ancient tombs, temples, and rock-cut architecture that will leave you in awe.
After immersing yourself in Petra’s magic, you’ll continue south to the breathtaking Wadi Rum desert, known as the "Valley of the Moon." There, a 4x4 Jeep safari awaits, taking you deep into the desert’s heart to explore sand dunes, ancient inscriptions, and stunning natural rock formations.
This combo tour is designed for active travelers who want to experience the best of Jordan’s natural and cultural treasures in one day. With guaranteed return to your cruise ship and expert guides throughout, Tango Travel ensures a smooth, enriching, and unforgettable shore excursion from Aqaba.
Highlights
- All Transportation via Air Conditioned Car
- Multi Lingual Tour Guide
- All Entrance Fees for Sightseeing
What’s Included
- Pick-up & drop-off at Aqaba Port
- Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees to Petra & Wadi Rum
- Licensed English-speaking guides
- Guided tour inside Petra
- 2-hour 4x4 Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
- Traditional Jordanian lunch at Bedouin camp
- Bottled water and refreshments
- All taxes and service charges
- Guaranteed return to cruise ship
- Optional hike to the Monastery (time permitting)
- Horse or camel rides in Petra
- Tips for guide and driver
- Personal expenses
- Shopping or souvenirs
Tour Plan
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06:00 AM – Meet at Aqaba Port
Your Tango Travel representative will greet you at the port with a personalized sign. After a short briefing, board your private air-conditioned vehicle and begin the day’s journey.
06:15 AM – Drive to Petra (Approx. 2 hours)
Enjoy the stunning desert and mountain scenery as your guide shares the story of Petra, Nabatean civilization, and how this hidden city remained unknown to the West for centuries.
08:15 AM – Arrival at Petra Visitor Center
Enter Petra with fast-track tickets and start your walking tour with a licensed guide. Shuttle service to shorten walking distance to the Siq is available.
08:30 AM – Walk Through the Siq
Begin your journey through the Siq, a narrow sandstone canyon leading to Petra’s heart. Your guide will explain carvings, aqueducts, and Nabatean symbolism hidden in the rocks.
09:00 AM – Marvel at the Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
Suddenly, the Siq opens up to reveal the jaw-dropping Treasury, Petra’s most iconic monument. Take your time for photos and guided storytelling.
09:30 AM – Explore the Street of Facades, Amphitheater, and Royal Tombs
Continue deeper into Petra, visiting the rock-carved tombs and structures that reflect both Nabatean and Roman influence.
Optional: Hike to the Monastery (Ad-Deir)
Adventurous travelers may take the optional 800-step hike to reach the massive Monastery, another masterpiece in Petra. This will extend the visit by about 1.5 hours.
11:30 AM – Exit Petra and Transfer to Wadi Rum (Approx. 1.5 hours)
Depart Petra and head toward the southern desert region of Wadi Rum, where a unique natural adventure awaits.
01:00 PM – Lunch at a Bedouin Camp
Before your safari, enjoy a traditional Jordanian lunch in a cozy Bedouin camp — featuring dishes like mansaf, rice, grilled meat, and local salads.
02:00 PM – Begin 4x4 Jeep Safari in Wadi Rum
Hop into a rugged 4x4 vehicle driven by a local Bedouin guide. The 2-hour safari includes visits to:
- Lawrence’s Spring
- Khazali Canyon (ancient rock inscriptions)
- Red sand dunes
- Um Frouth rock bridge
- Nabatean temple ruins
03:45 PM – Bedouin Tea & Sunset Views
Conclude your tour with tea at a desert tent. Take in the silence, colors, and Martian-like landscape Wadi Rum is known for.
04:30 PM – Depart for Aqaba Port (Approx. 1.5 hours)
Relax in your vehicle after an action-packed day as you return to Aqaba.
06:00 PM – Arrival at Aqaba Port
Return to your ship with plenty of time before departure. Your guide will ensure a smooth drop-off.