Petra 7 Day Itinerary

Petra 7-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aqaba

• Arrive at King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba.
• Check-in at your hotel and rest.
• Visit Aqaba Beach, enjoy water activities like snorkeling or scuba diving.
• Dinner at Al Qantara Restaurant, which offers a variety of local dishes and beautiful views of the Red Sea.

Day 2: Explore Wadi Rum

• Morning transfer to Wadi Rum (approximately 1 hour drive from Aqaba).
• Spend the day exploring this stunning desert landscape by jeep, camel or hot air balloon.
• Visit Lawrence’s Spring, Khazali Canyon, and the Seven Pillars of Wisdom.
• Overnight at a Bedouin camp under the stars.

Day 3: Travel to Petra

• Return to Aqaba and travel to Petra (approximately 2 hours drive).
• Check-in at your hotel in or near Petra.
• Visit Petra’s visitor center, gather maps and information.

Day 4: Explore Petra

• Spend the day exploring Petra on foot. Start with the Siq, the narrow gorge that leads to the city.
• Marvel at the iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh), Royal Tombs, and the Monastery (Ad Deir).
• Lunch at Al Basin Restaurant, located in the heart of Petra.
• Visit the Roman Theater and Qasr al-Bint.

Day 5: More of Petra

• Visit the High Place of Sacrifice, Petra Church, and the Royal Tombs (Al-Abid).
• Explore the Wadi Musa village and its souqs for local crafts and souvenirs.
• Dinner at Restaurant Petra Palace or Cave Barbecue.

Day 6: Little Petra (Al-Beidha) and Mt. Haroun

• Visit Little Petra (Al-Beidha), a smaller version of the main site, with similar architecture but less crowded.
• Hike to Mt. Haroun for a panoramic view of the Petra Valley.
• Return to Wadi Musa and relax.

Day 7: Departure

• Transfer back to Aqaba (approximately 2 hours drive).
• Spend the rest of the day at leisure, shopping or relaxing at the beach before your departure.
• Depart from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ).