The ancient Treasury building Al-Khazneh in Petra Jordan during a day trip from Sharm El Sheikh

Petra Excursion By Ferry One Day Tour From Sharm El Sheikh

Al-Khazneh (The Treasury), Petra, Jordan

Duration

1 day

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Overview

Cross international borders in a single day and discover one of the New Seven Wonders of the World with our official Petra Tour from Sharm El Sheikh. This highly optimized, full-day private excursion is the ultimate seamless way for travelers to journey from Egypt to Jordan by high-speed ferry boat and explore the legendary Rose-Red City of Petra without needing an extended holiday.

Your border-crossing adventure begins with a midnight transfer to Taba Port, where you will board a premium luxury ferry to cruise across the Gulf of Aqaba. Upon arrival in Jordan, a private air-conditioned vehicle will sweep you through the dramatic desert canyons straight to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra. Walk the narrow, towering Siq gorge to stand face-to-face with the magnificent Treasury building, explore ancient royal tombs, and savor a traditional Jordanian buffet lunch. With all entry visas, ferry tickets, port taxes, and expert historical guides fully managed, this is the definitive hassle-free international day trip.

Included/Exclude

Private round-trip hotel pickups and transfers in Sharm El Sheikh in modern AC vehicles
Round-trip premium high-speed luxury Ferry Boat tickets (Taba Port to Aqaba Port and back)
All private transfers inside Jordan in deluxe air-conditioned tourist vehicles
Private English-speaking top-tier professional licensed guide inside Petra, Jordan
Fresh traditional lunch served at a premium local restaurant inside Petra, Jordan
All required border customs, international port exit/entry taxes, and Jordanian visas managed

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Tour Plan

Petra One Day Tour by Ferry Timeline

02:00 AM – Private Resort Pickup & Drive to Taba Port Your international expedition starts with a prompt early morning pickup directly from your hotel or resort in Sharm El Sheikh via our private, air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a comfortable 2.5-hour drive north along the beautiful Sinai coastline to Taba Port.

05:30 AM – VIP Port Assistance & High-Speed Ferry Cruise Arrive at Taba Port, where our dedicated representative will meet you, handle all passport security clearances, and assist with your border documentation. Board the modern, high-speed luxury ferry boat for a smooth 45-minute cruise across the Gulf of Aqaba.
07:30 AM – Welcome to Jordan & Drive to Petra Step off the ferry at Aqaba Port in Jordan, where your personal licensed Jordanian tour guide will welcome you. Board your private AC vehicle and embark on a scenic 2-hour drive through the magnificent, rugged desert mountain highways of Rift Valley straight to Petra.
09:30 AM – Guided Exploration of the Rose-Red City of Petra Enter the magical UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra to begin a comprehensive guided walking tour. Walk through the breath-taking 1.2 km narrow gorge of the Siq canyon until it dramatically opens up to reveal the world-famous Treasury (Al-Khazneh) carved into the pink sandstone cliff. Continue deep into the ancient city to explore the street of facades, the Roman theater, and the majestic Royal Tombs while learning the rich secrets of the Nabataean civilization.
01:30 PM – Traditional Jordanian Buffet Lunch Conclude your historic trek and enjoy a well-deserved break at a premium, highly-rated local restaurant inside Petra to savor an authentic, freshly prepared Jordanian buffet lunch.
04:30 PM – Return to Aqaba Port & Evening Ferry Sailing Board your private vehicle for the drive back to Aqaba City. Enjoy a brief panoramic city tour of Jordan’s premier coastal town before arriving at Aqaba Port. Board the evening ferry boat for your cruise back to Egypt.
08:30 PM – Arrival at Taba & Private Transfer to Sharm Arrive back at Taba Port, where our private air-conditioned vehicle will be waiting for you. Relax on the smooth drive back south down the Sinai peninsula, arriving at your Sharm El Sheikh resort late at night, successfully concluding your epic international one-day journey.