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Private Petra Monastery Hike via Back Trail with Local Guide
Petra, Jordan
$299
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
* Start your Petra adventure at the Petra Visitor Center and take the free 7 AM shuttle (earlier tours may need a JOD 15 taxi).
*Pass Little Petra and take the short truck transfer (JOD 5) to begin the scenic Back Trail, a quieter route ideal for families, seniors, and international travelers.
* Explore Petra with a licensed local guide, uncovering history, legends, and hidden gems not in guidebooks.
This private tour follows a gentle scenic route to the Monastery (Ad Deir), avoiding the long uphill climb while enjoying stunning desert views and Petra’s iconic landmarks.
Tour Highlights:
• Visit Petra’s Monastery via the Back Door
• Pass the Royal Tombs, Theatre, and finish at the Treasury
• Private licensed local guide
• Minimal walking, maximum sightseeing
• Ideal for families, seniors, and comfort-focused travelers
• Return through the Siq at your own pace or by golf cart
Perfect for visitors seeking maximum sights with minimal effort and an unforgettable Petra experience.
*Pass Little Petra and take the short truck transfer (JOD 5) to begin the scenic Back Trail, a quieter route ideal for families, seniors, and international travelers.
* Explore Petra with a licensed local guide, uncovering history, legends, and hidden gems not in guidebooks.
This private tour follows a gentle scenic route to the Monastery (Ad Deir), avoiding the long uphill climb while enjoying stunning desert views and Petra’s iconic landmarks.
Tour Highlights:
• Visit Petra’s Monastery via the Back Door
• Pass the Royal Tombs, Theatre, and finish at the Treasury
• Private licensed local guide
• Minimal walking, maximum sightseeing
• Ideal for families, seniors, and comfort-focused travelers
• Return through the Siq at your own pace or by golf cart
Perfect for visitors seeking maximum sights with minimal effort and an unforgettable Petra experience.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Petra back door Private tour
Duration: 6 hours
Petra back door tour: Petra Back Door Adventure – Private Tour to the Monastery
Duration: 6 hours
Petra back door tour: Petra Back Door Adventure – Private Tour to the Monastery
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- English Speaking Guide
- Guiding Fees
- Transportation, free WIFI, Botteld Water for the tour from Amman Option only
- Any thing not mentioned in the inclusions
- 4X4 truck ride to the stairs of the trail.
- Meals
- Animals Ride
- Gratuities
- Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting point
Our meeting point will be at the Cultural Village.
Meeting point and time can be arranged to suit your schedule. The free shuttle starts at 7.30 AM. For tours starting earlier than that, a taxi (JOD 15) is needed. From Little Petra, a truck ticket (JOD 5 per person) is required too
Return details
Your guided tour will conclude at the magnificent The Treasury, Petra’s most iconic monument. Here, your guide will provide final explanations and photo time. From this point, you may walk back to the Visitor Center or take an optional golf cart
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Monastery (Al Dayr)**What to Expect** **The Scenic Back Approach:** Enjoy a 20-minute ride to Petra Heritage Village near Little Petra. The free shuttle runs every 30 minutes starting at 7:30 AM (earlier starts require a taxi costing 15 JD per car). From there, we take a local 4x4 to the trailhead (5 JD per person). **The Wilderness Hike:** Begin a spectacular trek toward the Monastery along dramatic mountain trails. * Experience wild landscapes and panoramic vistas over the Wadi Araba desert on a quiet path far from the crowds. *The Majestic Monastery (Ad Deir): ** Arrive at the breathtaking Monastery, one of Petra’s largest and most impressive rock-cut monuments, revealing itself at the end of the trail. * **Hidden Caves & Viewpoints: ** Explore Nabataean caves. Your guide will show you the best spots for photos, including the iconic shots framed by the cave opposite the monument.
- After enjoying the Monastery and the surrounding, The tour will then take us down where we may have buffet lunch at the Basin restaurant or a bite somewhere else. Afterwards we will be seeing Qaser Albent and enjoy the views overlooking the colonnaded street and the great temple. (pass by)
- The street represents an original Nabataean creation, later refurbished during the period of Roman occupation. It would have been one of the principal shopping streets of ancient Petra. The street was rebuilt in 106 BC with a width of 6 meters. (pass by)
- Perched above Petra's heart, the "Royal Tombs" stand tall, a majestic collection of grand mausoleums carved into the western face of the Jabal al-Khubtha rock massif, their stunning facades a testament to ancient craftsmanship. (pass by)
- Thereafter to the theater which was carved into th e side of the mountain at the foot of the High Place of Sacrifice, the theatre consists of three rows of seats separated by passageways. Seven stairways ascend the audi torium and it can accommodate 4000 spectators. the monument was carved in the mountainside during the reign of King Aretas IV (4BC-AD27) the Romans rebuilt the stage back wall. (pass by)
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The TreasuryFinal Stop: The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) & Main Siq Exit **Description:** Our journey culminates at Petra's most iconic masterpiece: The Treasury (Al-Khazna). Standing nearly 40 meters high, this breathtaking monument is intricately carved directly into the rose-red cliffside, adorned with Corinthian capitals, detailed friezes, and mythological figures. Constructed in the 1st century BC, the Treasury's true original function remains shrouded in mystery, though historians believe it served as a royal memorial. Your guide will unpack the fascinating engineering marvels of the Nabataeans and separate fact from fiction—including the famous local legend of the Pharaoh’s treasure hidden inside the stone funerary urn crowning the structure. Take your final photos in front of this world wonder before we say goodbye. From here, your guide will direct you through the dramatic, winding main Siq toward the visitor center exit, leaving you with unforgettable memories of history, nature, and wonder.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Petra Monastery Hike via Back Trail with Local Guide
Petra, Jordan
$299
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!