Begin your adventure with a late-night pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Travel comfortably to the Taba border crossing where you will be met and assisted before heading to the port of Aqaba in Jordan.
Board a ferry at Aqaba and sail directly to Petra, famously known as the Rose City. This Petra day trip from Sharm El Sheikh takes you to the heart of the ancient Nabataean city carved into the mountains.
Upon arrival, choose to walk or ride a camel to the Siq, a natural rock canyon. Follow the trail into the city, marveling at the intricate carvings of statues, idols, and structures. Witness the awe-inspiring "Al Khazneh," standing for over 2000 years, and explore the Roman theater, royal tombs, and Roman colonnaded street with a private guide.
After a morning of exploration, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Then, travel back to Aqaba to board the ferry for your return journey. Return to Taba and board your vehicle for the journey back to Sharm El Sheikh, ending your Petra day trip around midnight.
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From Sharm El Sheikh: Discover Petra on a Day Trip by Ferry
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Begin your adventure with a late-night pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Travel comfortably to the Taba border crossing where you will be met and assisted before heading to the port of Aqaba in Jordan.
Board a ferry at Aqaba and sail directly to Petra, famously known as the Rose City. This Petra day trip from Sharm El Sheikh takes you to the heart of the ancient Nabataean city carved into the mountains.
Upon arrival, choose to walk or ride a camel to the Siq, a natural rock canyon. Follow the trail into the city, marveling at the intricate carvings of statues, idols, and structures. Witness the awe-inspiring "Al Khazneh," standing for over 2000 years, and explore the Roman theater, royal tombs, and Roman colonnaded street with a private guide.
After a morning of exploration, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Then, travel back to Aqaba to board the ferry for your return journey. Return to Taba and board your vehicle for the journey back to Sharm El Sheikh, ending your Petra day trip around midnight.
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Our trip began with a three-hour delay, and by that time, it was already nighttime. The driver in Jordan was quite aggressive behind the wheel, though it seems that might be typical driving style there. A word of caution: avoid eating the vegetables at the restaurant where lunch is served, as they caused serious stomach issues. On a positive note, the guides were friendly and welcoming throughout. On the way back, I didn’t have any cash to buy water on the bus, but one was kindly given to me free of charge.
A fantastic and truly wonderful experience.
The day was exceptionally long, totaling twenty-six hours from start to finish, but the visit itself was undoubtedly worth the effort. Our guide in Jordan was superb, and the itinerary was perfectly designed to maximize our sightseeing. The lunch provided was also excellent. However, the Egyptian side of the operation was poorly organized. After being picked up from the hotel, we were left waiting on the roadside for an hour for a guide, who then proved to be very disorganized. The ferry terminal was chaotic, with confusing security and passport checks. Furthermore, the ferry was overcrowded with insufficient seating, and the restroom facilities were quite unpleasant. Despite these issues, the Jordanian portion of the trip was highly enjoyable and an experience I will remember forever.
This is simply the best excursion you can take from Sharm El Sheikh to Petra.