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Day 1: Arrival in Wadi Musa

Places to Go:

  • Petra Visitor Center: Start your day at the visitor center to get an overview of Petra’s history and plan your day.
  • Street of Facades: Explore this ancient street lined with intricate facades of buildings.

Activities:

  • Guided Tour: Take a guided tour to learn more about Petra’s history and significance. (Cost: 50 JOD per person)
  • Horse Ride: Take a horse ride through the canyon to get a feel for the terrain. (Cost: 20 JOD per person)

Where to Eat:

  • Mövenpick Resort: Enjoy a luxurious breakfast at this resort.
  • Saba Restaurant: Savor traditional Jordanian cuisine for lunch.

Where to Stay:

  • Petra Moon Hotel: A comfortable and convenient hotel with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. (Cost: 80 JOD per night)
  • Seven Wonders Bedouin Camp: For a more rustic experience, stay at this camp in the nearby desert. (Cost: 50 JOD per night)

Things to Know:

  • Dress Code: Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking.
  • Weather: Be prepared for extreme heat during summer months.

Day 2: Explore Petra’s Monastery

Places to Go:

  • The Monastery: Visit this ancient monastery, also known as Al-Deir, which offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
  • The Amphitheater: Explore this ancient amphitheater where concerts and plays were once held.

Activities:

  • Hike: Take a hike up to the monastery for breathtaking views. (Cost: free)
  • Camel Ride: Take a camel ride through the canyon to the monastery. (Cost: 30 JOD per person)

Where to Eat:

  • Saba Restaurant: Enjoy traditional Jordanian cuisine for lunch.
  • Mövenpick Resort: Savor dinner at this luxurious resort.

Transportation:

  • Petra Taxi: Hire a taxi to take you around Petra. (Cost: 10 JOD per ride)
  • Horse Ride: Take a horse ride through the canyon to get around. (Cost: 20 JOD per person)

Day 3: Visit Little Petra and the Museum

Places to Go:

  • Little Petra: Explore this lesser-known area of Petra that offers stunning views.
  • Petra Archaeological Museum: Learn more about Petra’s history at this museum.

Activities:

  • Guided Tour: Take a guided tour to learn more about Petra’s history. (Cost: 50 JOD per person)
  • Horse Ride: Take a horse ride through the canyon to Little Petra. (Cost: 20 JOD per person)

Where to Eat:

  • Saba Restaurant: Enjoy traditional Jordanian cuisine for lunch.
  • Mövenpick Resort: Savor dinner at this luxurious resort.

Day 4: Relax and Explore Wadi Musa

Places to Go:

  • Wadi Musa: Explore the nearby town of Wadi Musa, which offers a range of shops and restaurants.
  • Dead Sea Mineral Springs: Visit these natural springs for a relaxing soak. (Cost: 20 JOD per person)

Activities:

  • Relaxation: Spend the day relaxing at your hotel or exploring Wadi Musa.
  • Horse Ride: Take a horse ride through the canyon to Dead Sea Mineral Springs. (Cost: 30 JOD per person)

Where to Eat:

  • Saba Restaurant: Enjoy traditional Jordanian cuisine for lunch.
  • Mövenpick Resort: Savor dinner at this luxurious resort.

Day 5: Visit the Royal Tombs

Places to Go:

  • The Royal Tombs: Explore these ancient tombs that offer stunning views of Petra’s canyon.
  • The Theater: Visit this ancient theater where concerts and plays were once held.

Activities:

  • Guided Tour: Take a guided tour to learn more about Petra’s history. (Cost: 50 JOD per person)
  • Horse Ride: Take a horse ride through the canyon to the Royal Tombs. (Cost: 20 JOD per person)

Where to Eat:

  • Saba Restaurant: Enjoy traditional Jordanian cuisine for lunch.
  • Mövenpick Resort: Savor dinner at this luxurious resort.

Day 6: Explore Petra’s Canyon

Places to Go:

  • Petra’s Canyon: Spend the day exploring Petra’s stunning canyon, which offers breathtaking views and ancient ruins.
  • The Obelisk Tomb: Visit this ancient tomb that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Activities:

  • Hike: Take a hike through the canyon for breathtaking views. (Cost: free)
  • Horse Ride: Take a horse ride through the canyon to get around. (Cost: 20 JOD per person)

Where to Eat:

  • Saba Restaurant: Enjoy traditional Jordanian cuisine for lunch.
  • Mövenpick Resort: Savor dinner at this luxurious resort.

Day 7: Departure

Transportation:

  • Petra Taxi: Hire a taxi to take you back to the airport. (Cost: 10 JOD per ride)
  • Hotel Shuttle: Take the hotel shuttle to the airport if available.

Tips and Reminders:

  • Respect local customs and traditions.
  • Bring comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking.
  • Stay hydrated in extreme heat.
  • Bring sunscreen and a hat for protection.

Note: Prices are subject to change and may vary depending on the season.