Jerusalem Israel Tours2-Day Petra Tour from Jerusalem
The 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem is the longest trip in our catalog of tours of Jerusalem, and the only one that leaves the country. It costs $510 per person and runs for 2 days and 1 night, crossing into Jordan at the Allenby or King Hussein Bridge. Day one covers Mount Nebo and the Madaba mosaic map before a night in a Bedouin-style camp near Petra. Day two is devoted to the ancient Nabataean city itself, with a Jordanian guide who stays with the group from the border crossing to the return. It suits travellers who want to see Petra without flying to Amman or overnighting in Eilat. The honest constraint: border fees and the Jordanian visa add about $133 on top of the ticket price, paid at the crossing, and Israeli passport holders cannot join. If you would rather stay closer to the city, our guide to day trips from Jerusalem covers the shorter options.
2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem at a Glance
$510 per person
2 days, 1 night
4.7 from 212 reviews
Up to 47 travellers
Bus stop outside Ha-Nevi'im St 67
All entrance fees, meals and the camp included, border fees and visa extra
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Quick answer Two days and one night in Jordan, ending back in Jerusalem about 21:00
The tour costs $510 per person and runs 2 days and 1 night. It starts at the bus stop outside Ha-Nevi'im St 67 in Jerusalem. The price covers entrance fees, meals, a night in a Bedouin-style camp, air-conditioned transport and a Jordanian guide from the border. The Israel exit fee, the Jordanian visa and the Jordan exit fee are extra, adding about $133, paid at the crossing. Israeli passport holders cannot join, so check your documents before booking.
Key takeaways
- Petra is carved into sandstone by the Nabataeans some 2,000 years ago, and the whole second day is set aside for it.
- If two days is too long, the Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem keeps you in the desert for a single day at $111 per person.
- For a shorter cross-border taste of local culture, the Bethlehem and the Dead Sea day tour costs $150 per person and needs only a passport, not a visa.
What the $510 Price Covers
The listing's own photo of this tour.
The price is $510 per person, not per group. It covers the guiding, transport, accommodation and all entrance fees for both days. The listing calls it a fully catered trip: lunch, dinner and breakfast are included.
- Included: accommodation in a Bedouin-style campsite near Petra
- Included: guided tour with a Jordanian guide from the border
- Included: all entrance fees
- Included: lunch, dinner and breakfast, and in-vehicle air conditioning
- Extra: Israel exit fee, payable in shekels, dollars, euros or by card
- Extra: Jordanian visa, payable only in Jordanian dinar cash
- Extra: Jordan exit fee, also payable only in Jordanian dinar cash
- Extra: together the border fees and visa add about $133, paid at the crossing
The border extras matter for your cash planning. Jordanian dinar cannot be paid by card at the crossing, but the listing notes that currency exchange is available on the Israeli side, and day one includes a chance to change cash at a fair rate after you meet the Jordanian guide. Cancellation is straightforward: cancel at least 3 full days before departure for a full refund.
Cancel within 3 days and you get nothing back, so book once your dates are firm.
The Route, Stop by Stop
Two days from central Jerusalem into Jordan and back. Exact departure times are not stated in the listing, so arrive at the meeting point in good time.
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Start
Meeting point in Jerusalem
The Abraham Jerusalem lobby is closed at the moment, so the listing directs you to the bus stop outside Ha-Nevi'im St 67, Jerusalem. From there the group travels by air-conditioned vehicle to the border.
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Border
Crossing and meeting the Jordanian guide
You cross the border and meet your Jordanian guide on the other side, and he stays with you until you leave Jordan. The listing flags this as the moment to exchange cash to Jordanian dinar for a fair rate.
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Day 1
Mount Nebo
A historical site and a unique viewpoint over the west bank of the Jordan River. A short visit before continuing south.
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Day 1
Madaba and the Church of St. George
You see the ancient mosaic map of Jerusalem in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Lunch is included along the day.
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Day 1 night
Bedouin camp near Petra
A scenic drive brings you to the Bedouin-style campsite near Petra. Dinner and the night are included, and warm clothes are advised.
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Day 2
Petra
The full day goes to the rose-red city carved into the sandstone by the Nabataeans some 2,000 years ago. Breakfast is included before you set out, and entry fees are already paid.
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Day 2
Crossing back and return
The group crosses through the King Hussein or Allenby Bridge back to Israel. Drop-off in Jerusalem is at approximately 21:00.
Mount Nebo and Madaba on the Way South
After the border crossing the route heads into Jordan for two stops before the long drive to Petra.
Mount Nebo
The listing calls it a unique viewpoint over the west bank of the Jordan River. It is a short historical site visit rather than a hike, so moderate fitness is enough for the day.
Madaba and the Church of St. George
In Madaba you see the ancient mosaic map of Jerusalem in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. It is one of the oldest surviving maps of the city, laid in floor tesserae. Shoulders and knees covered is the standing rule for holy sites on this trip, so bring a scarf or shawl.
From Madaba the drive continues to the Bedouin-style camp near Petra, where dinner and the night are included. Nights can be cold in the desert, and the listing asks for warm clothes.
Petra, the Rose-Red City
The whole second day belongs to Petra, one of the new seven world wonders. The listing quotes the old phrase: the rose-red city half as old as time, carved into the sandstone by the Nabataeans some 2,000 years ago. Your Jordanian guide stays with you from the moment you arrive in Jordan until you leave, and Petra entry is already paid for.
Walking and heat
Comfortable shoes, a hat and drinking water are listed as required, and the tour is rated as needing moderate fitness. Petra is a big site with sand and slopes, so the day is a real walk.
The return
After Petra the group crosses back through the King Hussein or Allenby Bridge. Drop-off in Jerusalem is at approximately 21:00, so plan the evening accordingly.
Who This Tour Suits and Who Should Skip It
- Fitness: at least a moderate level is needed, because Petra is a full walking day
- Health: not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
- Ages: all ages can join, and specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair access: not stated in the listing, so ask before booking
- Language: the guide works in English
- Group size: up to 47 travellers, and solo travellers may share a room with someone of the same gender
- Documents: an original passport, not a copy, is required
The honest note is the one to weigh before booking. Border fees and the Jordanian visa add about $133 on top, paid at the crossing, and Israeli passport holders cannot join even if they hold a second passport. Most nationalities get a visa issued at the border, but the listing warns you to check your own country's visa restrictions, since some need to apply in advance.
You should also confirm you can re-enter Israel, either by visa on arrival or with a multiple-entry visa arranged beforehand. One more border caution: certain religious clothing and objects can cause issues at the crossing, so consult before departure if you plan to bring any. Drones of any size and telephoto camera lenses above 1000mm are forbidden in Jordan.
How It Compares
This is the most expensive and the longest listing on our site, and the only one requiring a visa. It is worth setting it against the strong multi-stop day trips that stay closer to Jerusalem. Figures current for Q4 2026.
| Tour | From | Time | Starts at | The difference |
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| 2-Day Petra Tour from Jerusalem | $510 per person | 2 days, 1 night | Bus stop outside Ha-Nevi'im St 67 | Crosses into Jordan, camp night included, border fees extra |
| Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem | $111 per person | 9 hours | Hotel pickup in Jerusalem | Desert and float in one day, no passport needed |
| From Jerusalem: Bethlehem Old City & Dead Sea Day Tour | $150 per person | 10 hours | David Citadel Hotel, King David St 7 | Crosses to Bethlehem with a passport, no visa |
| From Jerusalem: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour | $108 per person | 10 hours | Hotel pickup in Jerusalem | Northern Israel in a long day, entry to Capernaum included |
| Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Jerusalem | $106 per person | 9 hours | Hotel pickup in Jerusalem | City highlights plus Bethlehem, entry fees included |
Pick this Petra trip if seeing the Nabataean city is the whole point of your trip and you can spare two days plus the border cash. Choose the Masada and Dead Sea day trip if you want desert scenery and water without documents. The Bethlehem and Dead Sea combination suits travellers who want a second country on a day's budget.
The Nazareth and Galilee tour is the pick for green landscapes and Christian sites, and the Jerusalem and Bethlehem day tour covers the essential city sights with the least logistics.
Questions About the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem
How long is the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem?
It runs 2 days and 1 night. Day one covers the border crossing, Mount Nebo, Madaba and the night in the camp, and day two is devoted to Petra before the return. Drop-off in Jerusalem is at approximately 21:00 on the second day.
What is included in the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem price?
The $510 per person price covers entrance fees, lunch, dinner and breakfast, a night in a Bedouin-style campsite, air-conditioned transport and a guided tour. The Israel exit fee, the Jordanian visa and the Jordan exit fee are extra, adding about $133 together. The Jordanian payments are cash only, in Jordanian dinar.
Do I need a passport for the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem?
Yes, an original passport is required, not a copy. Most nationalities get a Jordanian visa issued at the border crossing, but check your country's rules in case you need to apply in advance. Israeli passport holders cannot join the tour, even if they hold an additional passport.
Where does the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem start?
The meeting point is the bus stop outside Ha-Nevi'im St 67 in Jerusalem, because the Abraham Jerusalem lobby is currently closed. Public transportation options are available nearby. The tour returns to the same city at around 21:00 on day two.
What should I wear on the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem?
Shoulders and knees covered for the holy sites, so pack a scarf or shawl. The listing also requires comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and drinking water. Bring warm clothes for the desert night at the camp.
Can I cancel the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem?
Yes. Cancel at least 3 full days before the scheduled departure and you receive a full refund. Cancel within 3 days of departure and the refund is 0%.
Is the 2-day Petra tour from Jerusalem suitable for children?
All ages can join and specialized infant seats are available, so families with children are welcome. The tour needs at least a moderate level of physical fitness, since Petra is a long walking day, and it is not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health. Solo travellers should note they may share a room with a person of the same gender depending on group size.
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