Two – Day Tour to Petra, Shoubak & Dana from Aqaba
See some of Jordan’s most intriguing locations on an amazing journey from Aqaba to Petra, Little Petra, Shoubak, and Dana.
You will be accompanied by a professional guide who will share their expertise and love for the region’s history, culture, and natural beauty during the tour.
This tour is ideal for anybody looking to see the best of Jordan in only two days and create experiences that will last a lifetime.
Tour overview
This two – day tour is appropriate for visitors arriving in Aqaba City by any entrance point, including Aqaba Airport, Sharm El Sheikh, Taba, Aqaba Port, and Saudi borders.
Tour Highlights
Petra visitor center, The Siq, The Treasury, Facades Streets, The Theater, The Royal Tombs, Petra Church, The City Centre, Roman Road and Petra Basin, Jerash, Dana, Shoubak, Little Petra.
Itinerary
Day 1: Aqaba – Petra
Our first visit is Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and unquestionably one of Jordan’s most well-known attractions. This UNESCO World Heritage site has amazing rock-cut buildings, such as the famed Treasury, Monastery, and Royal Tombs, which will take your breath away.
Then there’s Little Petra, an old Nabatean site not far from Petra. Your professional guide will tell you about the area’s rich history as you marvel at the spectacular rock-cut facades, temples, and tombs.
Day 2: Little Petra – Shoubak Castle – Dana – Aqaba
Today we’ll go to Shoubak, where we’ll see the Crusader stronghold erected in the 12th century by King Baldwin I of Jerusalem. You may learn about the castle’s rich history while admiring the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Next, we’ll visit Dana’s lovely nature reserve, where you’ll be able to explore the area’s breathtaking scenery and distinctive fauna. This biosphere reserve is home to a diverse range of flora and animals, and you’ll get the opportunity to wander through canyons, wadis, and mountains while taking in the stunning view.
The program includes
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The program does not include
- Personal travel Insurance expenses.
- Tips / gratuities.
- Government tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
- Optional excursions and activities (are subject to availability).
- Any beverages with meals, unless mentioned and upon request.
- Carriages and camel rides.
- Extra costs due to unanticipated changes in the itinerary for reasons beyond our control.
- Any other items not listed in the “includes”.
Tour options
- Optional activities are subject to availability.
- Optional private or onsite local guides.
- Guides in languages other than English are available upon request and subject to availability.
- Optional special private vehicles are available upon request.
Lodging and accommodation options:
Some camps and hotels are recommended; other optional requests are available upon request, depending to availability and at an additional fee.
Changes overview
The itinerary may change due to unanticipated circumstances, factors beyond our control, or at the guide’s discretion.
Important notes
- Staying Healthy
- The time frame for this tour is approximate and subject to change according to the client’s preference.
- The tour itinerary is subject to change due to factors beyond our control and event of unforeseen circumstances or at the guide’s discretion.
- In the event of an increase in fuel prices, Via Jordan Travel & Tours reserves the right to raise the prices for its services without prior notice.
- Optional excursions and activities are subject to availability.
- Optional special private vehicles available upon request.
- Copies of your passports are required in advance to issue port permits (if needed).
- You need to take your passport or a good quality photocopy of it with you.
- Reservations made less than 20 working days before the start of the service may be subject to change.
- Your booking is confirmed only upon the provision of 50% prepayment.
- Using sufficient amount of sun protection lotion is essential for avoiding sun burn.
Dress Code
- Dress appropriately for the weather.
- In order to protect oneself from the blazing summer heat, you should use caps, sunscreen lotion, and loose, cool clothing.
Site topography
The sites are scattered out across a large region at various places and heights, therefore excellent walking shoes are required.
Walking distance
The distance from the Visitor Center to the Basin in Petra is 4.2 kilometers (2.6 miles), and the same distance walking back to the Main Gate.
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