Shore Excursion: Petra & The Dead Sea from Aqaba - 2D / 1N
What your day looks like
On this 2 days 1 night Shore Excursion you will visit Petra the legendary capital of the Nabateans famous for its grandeur and marvelous architecture. Experience the unique sensation of floating in the salty waters of the Dead Sea and relax at your hotel.
The experience, in brief
- Discover a full day of Petra
- Visit the beautiful Treasury, Al Khazneh, the most famous monument of Petra
- At the Dead Sea, you have leisure time, the chance to float on the water
Your day, step by step
Aqaba
In the morning our representative meets you with a sign with your name outside the front of your cruise ship. Passing by the majestic of Wadi Rum desert and the Sharah Mountains direct transfer about 1.5/2 hours to the rose red rock city Petra, a must-see in the Middle East. The legendary capital of the Nabatean is famous for its grandeur and marvelous architecture, and you have the opportunity to see a part of it today.
Aqaba
01 Night in the Dead Sea at Dead Sea Spa Hotel & resort 4*.
Amman
Sightseeing at Petra. Upon arrival at the Visitor's Centre start with your guide to the Siq, a narrow gorge, until you reach the beautiful Treasury, Al Khazneh, the most famous monument of Petra. From here continue along the Street of Facades and if time permits to the Royal Tombs. Walk on your own back to the Visitor Centre.
Aqaba
After buffet lunch at a restaurant, we drive you through the kings' Highway with views of Dana Natural Reserve, then to the Dead Sea , the lowest point of the earth.
Aqaba
Overnight at 4* Dead Sea Spa Hotel including dinner and breakfast.
Aqaba
Breakfast at the hotel.
Aqaba
Relaxation & Fun at Dead Sea. Free time to enjoy the facilities of the hotel : Mud Bath, floating in the Dead Sea, swimming and relaxation.
Aqaba
Leisure. Optional Activities for this day : Bethany Visit to Bethany beyond the Jordan (Baptism Site), the place where Jesus Christ was baptized by St. John the Baptist. It is now one of the 3 most important places of pilgrimage in Catholism. This costs an additional $17USD per person for the entrance fee. Vehicle Surcharge 1 – 3 guests $30USD in total (per vehicle not per person), 4 – 6 guests $45USD in total (per vehicle not per person) Mt Nebo and Madaba. Mt Nebo is where Moses is said to have stood and gazed out on the Promised Land. A short drive from Mt Nebo is Madaba where you will visit the St George’s Church and see the famous 6th century Mosaic Map of the Holy Land. This costs an additional $3USD per person for the entrance fee. Vehicle Surcharge 1 – 3 guests $50USD in total (per vehicle not per person), 4 – 6 guests $80USD in total (per vehicle not per person)
Aqaba
Meet our driver again and transfer 03 hours to the cruise ship in Aqaba with the memories of an exciting 02 days.
What to know before booking
Included
Meet & assist service at Aqaba Port Transfers in private, A/C, new vehicle with English speaking, assisting driver 02 hours (approximately) guided tour in Petra Entrance fee Petra Short horse ride in Petra from the main gate (not mandatory, horse handler expects a tip) Entry visa Jordan (for non-restricted nationalities free of charge)
Not Included
All kinds of tips for the guide and the driver Horse-drawn carriage or camel ride in Petra Drinks & private expenses Optional sites or vehicle surcharges for optional activities
Meeting & Pickup
Cruise Port pick up. Your driver will meet you as you disembark the ship. The driver will be holding a sign with your name.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 12 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business