Compare Best Petra in Aqaba Tours

The options we compare across booking platforms for Petra typically cost between $68 and $182, with a median price of around $105. However, the full spread is quite wide, ranging from as low as $54 to premium experiences reaching $610. Most listings fall into that mid-range band, but you can find budget-friendly transfers or high-end private guides depending on your needs.

Private tours are the dominant format here. Of the options we compare, 92% (11 out of 12) are tagged as private tours. This means if you book a sightseeing tour rather than a simple transfer, you will almost certainly be traveling with your own dedicated guide and vehicle, rather than joining a large shared group.

Inclusions vary significantly by provider, so it is important to check the specific listing details. The most common inclusion is hotel pickup and drop-off, which appears in 58% of the options. A guide is included in about 42% of tours. Entry tickets to Petra are less commonly bundled, appearing in only 25% of the options, so many travelers should budget separately for their entrance fee unless the tour explicitly states otherwise.

Duration varies widely because the category includes both short logistical trips and multi-day expeditions. The typical duration ranges from 2 hours to 3.6 days, with a median time of about 3 hours. Shorter tours often focus on transportation or quick highlights, while longer formats allow for deeper exploration of the site.

Yes, there is strong multilingual support. We compare tours offered in 8 languages: English, Italian, Spanish, Russian, German, Japanese, French, and Arabic. If you require a guide in one of these languages, you will likely find suitable options among the 12 listings we track.

Transportation is heavily standardized in this category. 83% of the options use a car for transit. It is also worth noting that 75% of the total options listed are classified as 'Transfer' services, meaning a significant portion of what you see is focused on getting you to and from the site rather than a guided walking tour. For actual sightseeing, the remaining 25% are categorized as Sightseeing Tours.

Flexibility is high across the board. 83% of the options offer free cancellation, and an identical 83% provide instant confirmation. This suggests that while you can often secure a spot immediately, you also retain the flexibility to change plans without penalty. Given the high share of private tours, booking ahead is still recommended to ensure availability for your preferred date and language.

Yes, but hiring a local guide is safer and ensures you stay within protected zones.

Buses are cheap but infrequent. Taxis or ride apps offer better convenience and speed.

Use Jordanian Dinar. Cards work in hotels, but cash is essential for souks and taxis.