MULTI DAYS TOURS | TWO Days tour in PETRA | The Jordanian Mappers

Petra rewards travelers who slow down. This two-day private tour gives you time for both Little Petra and the main Petra site, with private transport, onboard Wi-Fi, meals, and a 2.5-hour guide-led visit. I like the comfortable full-size sedan and the useful split between a self-guided first day and a guided second day. The main consideration is the price, $540 per person, which makes the tour most appealing to couples or small private groups who value personal service over a cheaper shared trip.

I also like that the company can arrange pickup in Amman and return transport after Petra, so you do not have to work out the long-distance travel yourself. Drivers such as Saaed and Hisham have been praised for punctual service, safe driving, helpful suggestions, and fresh water in the car. Just keep in mind that you need moderate physical fitness, and the two days still involve a good deal of walking.

Key points at a glance

• Little Petra gets its own day: Walk through Siq Al-Barid at your own pace while the driver waits for your return.
• Petra includes 2.5 hours with a private guide: You then have free time to explore the ancient city independently.
• Private transport from Amman: A full-size sedan offers more comfort than a crowded group vehicle.
• The Treasury is the great reveal: The narrow Siq opens onto Petra’s famous 39.1-meter façade.
• Meals and Wi-Fi are included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and onboard internet are listed as part of the package, though you should confirm which meals are covered on your dates.
• Best for small private groups: The tour suits people who want flexible attention, but the cost is high for solo travelers.

Why two days makes sense at Petra

Petra is not a quick photo stop. The entrance route alone takes you through the Siq, a long natural rock passage shaped in part by the Nabataeans. Once you reach the Treasury, the site continues far beyond that famous façade.

A rushed one-day visit often turns Petra into a march from the entrance to the Treasury and back. This plan gives you Little Petra on the first day, then the main city on the second. That split helps you understand the area as more than one dramatic monument.

The tour is private, so only your own group participates. That matters if you want to ask questions, pause for photographs, or adjust the pace without waiting for strangers. It also means the $540 price is not simply the cost of an admission ticket. You are paying for private transportation, a driver, a guide, meals, comfort, and the convenience of moving between Amman, Little Petra, and Wadi Musa.

Still, value depends heavily on group size. For two people, the cost may feel reasonable if you want a polished private service. For one person, it becomes a much harder sell. Group discounts are offered, so a larger private party may get better value per person.

Day one at Al-Beidha and Little Petra

The first day begins with hotel pickup and a private ride to Al-Beidha, commonly known as Little Petra. The driver takes you to the site, then waits while you walk through Siq Al-Barid on a self-guided visit.

The setting is smaller than Petra, but that is part of its appeal. You can focus on the carved passage and rock-cut spaces without the pressure of a formal guided schedule. The stated visit lasts about two hours, which gives you enough time to walk, look closely, and take photographs without turning the stop into a rushed transfer.

I like the self-guided format here. Little Petra is a place where you may want to set your own rhythm. You can stop when a carved detail catches your eye, read the setting at your own pace, and return to the car when you are ready.

The tradeoff is that no guide is specified for this first stop. If you want detailed interpretation of every feature, you will need to do some preparation or ask the driver for general help. The tour does provide private transportation with waiting, which removes one common worry: you are not left trying to find a taxi after your walk.

The driver returns you to the hotel after the visit. That makes day one fairly gentle compared with the main Petra day, though you should still expect uneven ground and walking. Comfortable shoes are a practical choice, and moderate fitness is required for the tour as a whole.

Day two through the Siq into Petra

Day two begins early with a meeting with your private guide in Petra or Wadi Musa. The guided portion lasts 2.5 hours, followed by free time to explore the ancient city on your own before the transfer back to Amman.

The early start is useful. Petra’s most famous approach begins at the Dam and follows the Siq toward the Treasury. The passage is about 1,200 meters long in the supplied description, with sections ranging from roughly 3 to 12 meters wide and rising as high as 80 meters. Some of the rock is natural, while other parts were shaped by Nabataean engineering.

The Siq is not just a corridor between the parking area and the Treasury. It is the first major experience of the site. The tall walls narrow your view, then frame small details in the stone. You may find the walk itself as memorable as the reveal at the end.

The supplied description also gives a second set of measurements for the Siq, calling it about 160 meters long. That conflicts with the longer 1,200-meter figure, so I would not rely too heavily on exact dimensions. The useful point is clear: you walk through a long, enclosed rock passage before Petra opens in front of you.

The Treasury reveal and what the guide adds

The Siq opens onto Al Khazna, the Treasury, Petra’s most recognizable façade. It rises about 39.1 meters and measures approximately 25.3 meters wide, with two levels, Corinthian capitals, carved figures, friezes, and a funerary urn at the top.

The name can mislead you. Local legend says the urn held a pharaoh’s treasure, but the supplied information explains that it was more likely a memorial connected with royalty. The original function of the building remains uncertain, and it was probably constructed in the first century BC.

This is where the private guide can add real value. A photograph shows the shape, but a good explanation helps you notice why the façade looks the way it does, what is carved into the stone, and how legend differs from current understanding. You have 2.5 hours with the guide, so you get structured context without spending the whole day in a lecture.

After the guided visit, the free time is important. You can return your attention to the parts of Petra that interest you most. The supplied plan does not specify a detailed route beyond the Siq and Treasury, so you should ask your guide what the walking plan includes and how much independent time you will have at the site.

Do not assume that every part of Petra is covered in the guided section. The wording clearly gives you guided time followed by free time, so the day works best if you are comfortable making some decisions on your own afterward.

Private transport, Wi-Fi, and the human touch

The full-size sedan is one of the stronger practical features. Long rides in Jordan can feel tiring in a small car, especially when you are carrying day bags and spending hours on your feet. A larger vehicle should give you more room and a calmer ride, though the exact make and model are not specified.

Free Wi-Fi onboard is another useful extra. It lets you stay connected during transfers, but I would treat it as a convenience rather than a guarantee of perfect coverage. The tour information confirms that Wi-Fi is offered, not how fast or consistent it will be on every stretch of road.

The company’s drivers have drawn particular praise for punctuality, safe driving, clean cars, fresh water, and practical help. Saaed is noted for arriving on time with a friendly attitude and offering suggestions without being pushy. Hisham is praised for safe driving, resourcefulness, and helping arrange food along the way. Hisham is also described as an upbeat guide who shares advice in a warm, personal way.

Those details matter because your driver is not just moving you between stops. On a private Jordan trip, the driver often becomes the person you ask about food, timing, side options, and local customs. The company also has a tour designer named Joseph Moummar, who has helped shape custom journeys for clients wanting something beyond a fixed plan.

Names do not guarantee who will be assigned to your booking. Still, the pattern of praise points to a company culture that values personal service and responsive communication.

Meals, tickets, and the real price

The price is $540 per person. Petra admission tickets, a 2.5-hour guided tour, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are listed as included. Personal expenses and meals not arranged as part of the package are excluded.

That last point deserves attention. The package includes several meals, but the phrase about meals not sorted suggests that not every meal or food purchase is automatically covered. Before paying, ask exactly which breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, on which days, and what happens if your schedule changes.

Petra admission is a meaningful inclusion because the entry fee can add to the cost of an already expensive Jordan trip. Private transport is also valuable if you are starting in Amman and ending back there. You avoid arranging separate rides to Little Petra, Petra, and the return journey.

The package is less attractive if you only want a guide at the Treasury and can arrange inexpensive transport yourself. It becomes more convincing if you value door-to-door service, a private car, waiting time at Little Petra, meals, and a single operator handling the moving parts.

Group discounts could change the calculation. If you are traveling with friends or family, ask for the exact per-person price for your group. Since the activity is private, splitting the transport and guide cost among several people may make more sense than booking individually.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would recommend this tour to couples, families, and small groups who want Petra handled with minimal transport planning. It is also a good fit if you prefer a private guide for the key section but want free time afterward rather than a rigid schedule.

The tour suits you especially well if Little Petra matters to you. Many plans treat it as a quick add-on, but this one gives it a separate visit of about two hours. That creates room for a slower walk and a better sense of the smaller site.

You should think twice if you want a budget trip, a large amount of formal guiding, or a very detailed published schedule for every hour. The price is substantial, and the exact scope of the free time and meals should be confirmed before booking.

Physical readiness matters too. Petra involves walking, rock surfaces, and an extended day. The tour information calls for moderate fitness, so this is not a good match if you need a completely low-effort sightseeing experience.

Booking details worth checking first

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Pickup is offered, but you should make sure your Amman hotel address and pickup time are recorded correctly.

The tour allows free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that 24-hour window, the amount paid is not refunded, and changes are not accepted. The cutoff follows local Jordan time.

I would also confirm these points before booking:

• Which driver and guide will be assigned
• Exactly where day two begins
• Which meals are included and which are extra
• How much free time you receive after the guided Petra visit
• The group discount for your party size
• The vehicle type and Wi-Fi arrangements

These questions are not signs of fussiness. They help you match the advertised service to the kind of day you want.

Should you book The Jordanian Mappers?

Book it if you want a private, comfortable two-day Petra plan that includes Little Petra, a guide, transport from Amman, and free time to explore. The company has earned strong praise for punctual drivers, safe driving, clean vehicles, helpful advice, and friendly service, with Saaed and Hisham receiving particular appreciation.

Skip it if your main goal is the lowest possible price or if you prefer to arrange every transfer yourself. At $540 per person, this is a convenience-first experience, not a shoestring option.

For a small group that values smooth transport and personal attention, I think the two-day structure makes good sense. Little Petra gets proper time, Petra receives both guidance and independence, and the private car takes much of the strain out of a demanding Jordan visit.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The experience lasts approximately two days.

Where does the tour begin?

Pickup is offered from your hotel in Amman.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Is Little Petra included?

Yes. Day one takes you to Al-Beidha, also called Little Petra, for a self-guided walk through Siq Al-Barid.

How long is the Little Petra visit?

The listed visit lasts about two hours.

Is transportation provided at Little Petra?

Yes. The driver waits while you visit and then transports you back to the hotel.

How long is the guided visit in Petra?

The private guided tour lasts 2.5 hours.

Do I get free time in Petra?

Yes. After the guided portion, you have free time to explore Petra independently.

Are Petra admission tickets included?

Yes. Petra admission tickets are listed as included.

What meals are included?

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are listed as included. Meals that are not arranged as part of the package, along with personal expenses, are not included.

Is Wi-Fi available during transport?

Free Wi-Fi service is offered onboard the vehicle.

Is the tour suitable for people with limited fitness?

The tour requires a moderate physical fitness level.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.