Petra Extensions from Eilat, Israel

A representative from Dan Tours will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30 and take you to the Arava border crossing to enter the Kingdom of Jordan. From here, it will take around two hours to drive to the ‘Lost City’ of Petra. This is an absolute must for anyone visiting the region! Once you arrive, a thirty-minute walk through the imposing canyon (Wadi Siq) will bring you to the entrance of the red rock city. One of the greatest wonders of the ancient world, Petra is an archeological, anthropological and geological phenomenon. Your private guide will explain the history, legends, myths and truths of this astonishing city carved 2000 years ago from the red sandstone mountains. Enjoy a buffet lunch in Petra and then head to the small, nearby village of Wadi Musa. Finish the day with a tour of the coastal city of Aqaba before returning to the Arava border to cross back into Israel. Arrive in the evening in Eilat.

Adult rate: $289 USD
Child under 12: $175 USD

Departing Eilat early morning we cross into Jordan and head straight to the ancient city of Petra. The tour takes in the highlights of Petra beginning with the Treasury and the Siq Canyon, it heads right through the main centre of Petra taking in all the major sights along the way with our specialist guide. After lunch at a restaurant inside Petra you enjoy some free-time. You may choose to take an optional hike up to ‘The Monastery’ on Jebel A-Deir, or visit the High Place of Sacrifice, but prior notice is required for these options. Following the tour and when you have finished enjoying your extra time at the site a short walk from Petra takes you to our offices near the entrance, from here we drive you to your hotel, or to a Bedouin camp in the desert. Several types of accommodation options are available. (L)

This day covers the highlights of Wadi Rum. Having arrived at the village of Rum inside the Wadi Rum nature reserve, we board 4X4 jeeps, driven by professional Bedouin drivers and journey into the spectacular sandstone area of Wadi Rum. The enchanting Wadi Rum is an area almost surreal in its distinctive beauty. We cross red sand dunes and explore the beautifully eroded pillars of sandstone rock. It was this area of Wadi Rum that so inspired T E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) while he was based here during the first world war. Wadi Rums beauty remains intact and its breathtaking scenery is still an inspiration for those who travel there. The tour includes the Seven Pillars, Khaz Ali canyon. Returning by noon time to Eilat. (B)