Best-Rated Petra Tour Options

Across the 53 options we compare, prices typically range from $121 to $380, with a median of around $200. The full spread can extend from about $60 to $500 depending on the format. For example, Walking Tours tend to be more budget-friendly, averaging $113, while private or extended sightseeing experiences often sit at the higher end of that band.

Skip-the-line access is not standard across most listings. Only 4% of the options we compare (2 out of 53) explicitly include priority entry. The vast majority of tours operate on a standard admission basis, so if avoiding queues is a priority for you, you will need to filter specifically for those few premium inclusions rather than assuming it comes with every booking.

Tours vary significantly based on whether you are doing a quick walk-through or a deep dive into the site. Durations typically span from 2.5 hours to 16.5 hours, with a median length of around 6 hours. Most of the options we compare are structured as Sightseeing Tours (87%), which generally fall into the half-day to full-day window rather than brief hour-long visits.

The market here is heavily skewed toward personalized experiences. Approximately 79% of the options we compare are Private Tours, making them the dominant format. Guided Group Tours account for only about 6% of listings. If you prefer flexibility and a dedicated guide, you have plenty of choices; if you want a social group dynamic, you will need to look carefully at the smaller subset of group-focused options.

You can find tours offered in 8 languages: English, Arabic, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian. Since 83% of the options include a guide, you should have no trouble finding a speaker of your preferred language, though availability may fluctuate by season. It is always wise to confirm your language preference at checkout when selecting from the various platforms.

Inclusions vary widely, but the most common features are professional guidance and transportation logistics. Specifically:

• Guide Included: 83% of options
• Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: 36% of options
• Water Included: 17% of options
• Meals Included: 15% of options
• Transport Included: 15% of options

Most tours focus on the guiding service and entry, while physical amenities like meals or water are less universal and often listed as optional add-ons or specific to longer, multi-hour itineraries.

While the experience is popular, it is not heavily marketed as a specialized family activity. Only 4% of the options are tagged as Family Friendly, suggesting that most tours are geared toward general adult sightseeing rather than child-centric activities. However, 40% of the options are tagged as Eco-Friendly, indicating a notable presence of sustainable or nature-conscious operators. You can filter for these tags if environmental impact is a priority for your visit.

Yes, but the pass saves money and visa fees. It is highly recommended for most travelers.

The back entrance is generally safe but requires good fitness. Hire a local guide for navigation.

Wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees. This shows respect for the conservative local community.