A trip from Dahab to Petra is an epic, long-day journey crossing two borders. You leave Dahab around 4:30 AM, take an air-conditioned bus to Taba, ride a ferry to Aqaba, Jordan, and then drive to Petra. Expect door-to-door travel times of 18 to 22 hours.
Petra Trip from Dahab is a full-day sightseeing tour to see the attractions of Petra from Dahab, Egypt! We recommend this excursion for it allows tourists to see the most impressive sights in Petra, Jordan! Moreover, of course, it provides a portion of the history of this place.
Indeed, Petra Trip from Dahab is one of Dahab’s best history & culture trips! Do not miss discovering the lost city of Petra! We give our recommendation for doing such a fantastic experience.
Highlights on the Trip to Petra from Dahab
- Go through the canyon of Siq.
- Visit Al Khazneh or the Great Treasury of the Pharaoh.
- Then, Visit the Roman Theater and Royal tombs.
- Lunch.
- Additionally, Visit Al Habis Fort.
Itinerary of Tour to Petra in Jordan
A trip from Dahab to Petra is entirely possible, though it is highly demanding and usually takes 18 to 22 hours round-trip. The journey primarily involves taking a land transfer north from Dahab to the Taba port, a ferry across the Gulf of Aqaba, and a bus up to the archaeological site.
- Start time & Pick-Up. Landious Travel representative will pick you up from your hotel in Dahab at approximately 02:00 A.M.
- Destination. Then, the minibus leaves for Nuweiba Marine after picking up all the participants. Of course, your bus passes the city of Dahab on your way to the port of Nuweiba. It takes approximately 3 hours to arrive at the port in Nuweiba. By the way, the cities of Dahab and Nuweiba stretch along the Red Sea coast to the north of Sharm El-Sheikh.
- Ferry Trip. Then, you sail onboard a ferry boat to Jordan.
Program in Jordan
- Petra Visit. As soon as you are in Jordan, you head to the famous city of Petra to start your trip to this place.
- Canyon Walkthrough. Once you arrive at Petra, you will begin your trip with a walk through the canyon of Siq. This canyon is one kilometre long and has beautiful sandstone formations. Also, it is a marvellous masterpiece that shapes the facade of a sandstone mountain!
- Treasury of Pharaoh. Astonishingly, the Siq Canyon leads you to the Treasury of the Pharaoh – Al Khazneh! The Treasury stands in the heart of the desert with such an impressive view! After that, you visit Al Khazneh.
- Roman Theater Visit. When the visit to Al Khazneh finishes, you will explore the Roman theatre and the royal tombs. These tombs date back to the Byzantine era.
- Lunch. Later, you head to the restaurant. This lunch meal will be in one of the best restaurants in Petra. Of course, lunch comes after the visit to these interesting historical monuments.
- Al Habis Fort. Of course, you continue your trip to Petra, visiting Al Habis Fort. This Fort stands on top of a hill. Indeed, the breathtaking panoramic view of deep gullies and coloured rock formations leaves such lovely impressions on your soul! Also, it dates back to the twelfth century.
- Departure. Finally, our bus departs to the port of Aqaba after such a program in the beautiful city of Petra.
- End Time. This “Trip to Petra from Dahab” ends at approximately 23:00 the next day.
What does the price of the Petra Excursion from Dahab include?
- Tickets for visiting temples.
- Lunch.
- English-speaking guide.
- Also, the price includes all transfers to Petra in Jordan and back to the hotel.
What does the Program of Petra Trip from Dahab not include?
- Additional excursion programs if not included in the previously-mentioned program.
- Also, drinks in the restaurant are for an extra charge during the Petra trip from Dahab.
Items to Take with You for the Trip to Petra
- Breakfast box.
- Passport.
- Also, bring with you clothes for the season.
Petra Trip from Dahab Booking Days
- Wednesdays from 02:00 – 22:00.
- Also, Saturdays are from 02:00 – 22:00.