Petra excursion by ferry from Sharm El Sheikh

Petra Excursion by Ferry from Sharm El Sheikh

Hotel Pickup & Departure

First, you will be picked up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh at around 01:30 AM (the exact time depends on your hotel location).
Then, you will start your journey towards Taba Port in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Scenic Drive to Taba Port

During the drive, you will enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Sinai Desert.
Moreover, you will pass through the impressive mountains overlooking the Gulf of Aqaba, making the 2.5-hour drive both relaxing and memorable.

Ferry Crossing to Jordan

After arriving at Taba Port, you will board the ferry at approximately 05:30 AM.
Meanwhile, you will sail across the stunning Gulf of Aqaba.
As a result, you will reach Aqaba, Jordan around 08:45 AM.

Transfer from Aqaba to Petra

After arrival, you will continue by bus for about 2 more hours.
During this time, you can relax and enjoy the Jordanian landscape before reaching Petra.

Guided Tour of Petra

Meet Your Guide

Upon arrival in Petra, you will be warmly welcomed by our English-speaking guide, who will be waiting at the arrival hall holding a Sharmers sign.
After that, your guided tour will officially begin.

Walk Through the Siq Canyon

First, you will enter Petra through the famous Siq Canyon.
This narrow, natural gorge was formed by deep splits in sandstone rocks.
Furthermore, it once served as a protected waterway into Wadi Musa, which is why Petra was so well-defended.

The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)

Next, you will reach the world-famous Treasury of the Pharaoh.
This magnificent monument was carved directly into the rose-red sandstone cliffs between 100 BC and 200 AD.
In addition, its classical Greek-influenced architecture makes it one of Petra’s most photographed landmarks.
According to legend, pirates or the Pharaoh of Moses’ time once hid treasures in the stone urn above the façade.

Roman Theater

Afterwards, you will visit the impressive Roman Theater, which dates back to the Nabataean period.
Here, you will clearly see the blend of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Syrian influences.
Therefore, this site perfectly reflects Petra’s evolution into a Hellenistic city.
Moreover, the Nabataeans’ advanced water and irrigation systems highlight their remarkable engineering skills.

Lunch & Free Time

Lunch in Petra

Following the tour, your guide will take you to a local restaurant in Petra’s city center.
There, you will enjoy a delicious lunch and a short rest before continuing the journey.

Visit Al-Habis Fort

After lunch, you will head to Al-Habis Fort.
From the top, you will enjoy a panoramic view over the entire Petra basin.
Additionally, this Crusader-era fortress was strategically built to control important communication routes inside Petra.

Return Journey to Sharm El Sheikh

Back to Aqaba & Ferry to Taba

Finally, you will drive back to Aqaba Port.
Then, you will take the ferry back to Taba.

Hotel Drop-off

After crossing back to Egypt, you will be transferred to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, arriving late at night.
Thus, your unforgettable Petra adventure will come to an end.

• Air conditioned transportation every where in Petra and Sharm El Sheikh.
• Return ferry tickets SSH-JRD-SSH
• All entrance fees to all the touristic places mentioned in the itinerary.
• Lunch in a local restaurant
• Professional English speaking guide
• bottled water on the bus
• Visa to Jordan and Visa to Re-Entre Sharm El-Sheikh (Gulf of Aqaba free zone).

•  Drinks
• Personal expenses

Petra excursion by ferry from Sharm El Sheikh

•  Pick up around 1:00 Am (Depending on your hotel location).
• Drop Off: Around 00:00 Pm (the same day).
• Duration: 23 hours.
• Petra Excursion From Sharm El Sheikh available on: Saturday, Monday, Wednesday.
• Wait for the bus in front of the hotel (near the main entrance)

• Passport
• Camera
• Sun glasses
• Hats
• Comfy shoes ( trainers would be perfect for this excursion )
• Breakfast box (free of charge in most of the hotels in Sharm El Sheikh ).

• $ 205 per adult.
•  No prepayment required. The full amount is payable on the day of travel (cash).