Full Day Private Trip To Petra, Wadi Rum
Overview
You will see two of Jordan's most iconic and breathtaking destinations. Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Wadi Rum is a vast desert landscape with towering sandstone mountains, red sand dunes, and ancient rock formations. You will experience the history and culture of Jordan. Petra was an important trading city for the Nabateans over 2,000 years ago. Wadi Rum was home to the Bedouin people for centuries. On your tour, you will learn about the history and culture of these two regions. You will have the opportunity to go on a jeep tour of Wadi Rum. This is a great way to see the desert and its many attractions, such as the Lawrence of Arabia Spring and the Seven Pillars of Wisdom.
What you’ll do
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Amman or the Airport and then head to Petra via the scenic desert highway.
Visit the Treasury: The Treasury is the most famous sight in Petra & is considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is a massive temple carved into the face of a cliff. See the Street of Facades: The Street of Facades is a long road lined with elaborate rock-cut tombs & temples. Explore the Royal Tombs: The Royal Tombs are a group of tombs carved into the face of a cliff high above the city. Take a camel or horse ride: Taking a camel or horse ride through Petra is a great way to see the city from a different perspective. Visit a Bedouin camp: Bedouin camps are small villages where Bedouin people live. Visitors can learn about Bedouin culture & traditions at these camps. In addition to these activities, travelers will also have the opportunity to walk through the Siq, a narrow gorge that leads to the city center, & explore the many other sights & attractions that Petra has to offer.
Seven Pillars of Wisdom: This group of seven sandstone pillars is one of the most iconic landmarks in Wadi Rum. The pillars are named after the book of the same name by T.E. Lawrence, who described them as "the seven most perfect pillars of rock in the world." Lawrence's Spring: This natural spring is said to be the place where T.E. Lawrence camped during the Arab Revolt. The spring is surrounded by towering cliffs & offers stunning views of the surrounding desert. Lawrence's House: This small house is said to be the place where T.E. Lawrence stayed during the Arab Revolt. The house is located in a remote area of the desert & offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Khazali Canyon: This narrow canyon is home to a variety of ancient rock carvings, including petroglyphs & inscriptions. Mushroom Rock: This unique rock formation is shaped like a mushroom. The rock is a popular spot for taking photos and is also a popular climbing spot.
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