Petra
Middle East • Jordan

Petra

The rose-red city half as old as time

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The essence

A quiet introduction

Petra reveals itself slowly—the Siq narrowing until suddenly the Treasury appears, carved into rose-pink cliffs. This Nabataean masterpiece, lost to the West for centuries, remains one of humanity's most awe-inspiring achievements, where ancient engineering meets natural wonder.

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Petra gallery
Petra gallery
Petra gallery
Where to stay

Accommodation

Stay near the ancient city for the most immersive experience.

Six Senses Shaharut
Desert Resort • From $600
Six Senses Shaharut
Stunning Negev desert location.
Mövenpick Petra
Heritage Hotel • From $250
Mövenpick Petra
Steps from the ancient city entrance.
Petra Bubble Luxotel
Glamping • From $300
Petra Bubble Luxotel
Sleep under stars in desert bubbles.
What to do

Experiences

Petra rewards exploration—from iconic Treasury to hidden monasteries.

Petra by Night
2 hours
Petra by Night
Treasury illuminated by 1,500 candles.
Monastery Hike
Half day
Monastery Hike
Climb 800 steps to Ad-Deir.
Wadi Rum Desert
Full day
Wadi Rum Desert
Jeep safari through Mars-like landscapes.
Bedouin Dinner
Evening
Bedouin Dinner
Traditional feast under desert stars.
Dining

Where to eat

Jordanian cuisine combines Levantine flavors with Bedouin traditions.

The Basin
Jordanian Buffet
The Basin
Lunch inside Petra archaeological park.
My Mom's Recipe
Home Cooking
My Mom's Recipe
Authentic family recipes in Wadi Musa.
Cave Bar
Casual
Cave Bar
2,000-year-old Nabataean tomb turned bar.
Wellness

Restore & renew

Desert silence and ancient energy offer a unique form of renewal.

Dead Sea Day
Dead Sea Day
Float in healing mineral waters.
Desert Meditation
Desert Meditation
Sunrise practice in Wadi Rum.
Seasonal

Offers

Practical

Getting here

Flights
Queen Alia International (AMM), 3 hours to Petra.
Transfers
Private car or scenic King's Highway.
Best time
March-May, September-November.
Visa
Visa on arrival for many nationalities.
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