Excursion Silver shore privato: petra by private van & guide tour at Aqaba

Enjoy the opportunity to visit Jordan's most famous attraction, the spectacular rose-red City of Petra during this full-day Silver Shore Privato tour via private van with speaking guide. Entrance fees and lunch are not included but can be arranged for an additional cost.

Petra

Depart the port in a private van and travel north along the Desert Highway. The last stretch is on country road through several small villages. Upon arrival at Petra, begin your visit on foot, walk through the half-mile-long (800 metre) siq, or chasm. The long, narrow gorge with steeply rising sides all but obliterates the sun. For those who wish, the entrance to the siq may be reached on horseback - at your own risk. (There is no charge for this service but the horseman will expect a gratuity.)

Khazneh (Treasury)

As you exit the gorge, it suddenly opens into a natural square dominated by Petra's most famous monument, the Treasury. Its intricately carved façade presents a magnificent sight in the dazzling sun. If you have seen the movie Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, you will no doubt recognise the façade. Follow your guide farther into the site and discover other impressive structures carved out of the rose-coloured stone. They include temples, royal tombs and an amphitheatre that could seat 3,000 spectators. The Petra basin boasts over 800 individual monuments; to explore it all would take several days.

Your visit of approximately three hours concludes with the walk back via the same way. Optionally, a horse-drawn buggy can be hired to take you through the narrow pathway of the Petra Valley. It is the only transportation permitted. Buggies are limited and cannot be reserved in advance. However, local staff will provide assistance. The charge is $35 USD per two-person carriage (subject to change) and is not included in the cost of the tour, the charge is to be paid directly to the vendor. Be aware that you may have to wait in line. Each buggy carries two persons and the ride can be quite bumpy.

Afterwards, re-join your private van for the 2.5-hour drive back to Aqaba.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: City of Petra, Chasm, Khazneh (Treasury)

Note

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Guide is English-speaking. Participation is limited to 5 guests per van. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme and charges can be split between suites once onboard. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Please ntoe that the entrance fees to Petra are not included but can be arranged for an additional cost. The current fee is $72 USD per person. This tour requires an extensive amount of walking through the half-mile-long (800 metres) defile and within Petra; in total about 3 hours, much of it on uneven ground. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Be aware that the weather is often unpredictable; it may be cool and windy among the rocks, but hot in open areas. Don't forget to bring a sweater or jacket for cool weather after sunset and remember your camera. We suggest you carry a bottle of water with you. The duration of the drive between the pier and Petra is approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours in each direction depending on traffic. Restrooms are of local standard and may fall below Silversea expectations. This tour offers a unique Jordanian experience therefore a sense of adventure is required.