Free Day in Petra
Petra, Jordan
About This Activity
A free day to explore Petra's more remote trails, Little Petra, or simply relax in Wadi Musa
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Best 5 Days in Jordan — Without History
Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum
Best 5 Days in Jordan — Without Photography
Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum
Best 7 Days in Jordan — Without History
Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum
Best 7 Days in Jordan — Without Photography
Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum
Best 10 Days in Jordan — Without Walking Tours
Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum
Best 10 Days in Jordan — Without History
Amman → Petra → Wadi Rum
More Activities in Petra
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
Walk the Siq canyon to Petra's iconic Treasury — the rose-red Nabataean façade carved directly into the cliff
The Monastery (Ad-Deir)
Hike 850 rock-cut steps to Petra's largest carved monument — the Monastery, even more dramatic than the Treasury
The Siq Canyon Walk
Walk the 1.2km Siq — Petra's dramatic narrow gorge lined with ancient water channels and carved votives
Petra by Night
Walk the candlelit Siq after dark to see the Treasury illuminated by 1,500 candles — a magical evening experience
Royal Tombs of Petra
Explore the dramatic Royal Tombs — Petra's grandest royal burial chambers carved into the eastern cliff face
High Place of Sacrifice
Hike to Petra's ritual altar on the mountain summit for panoramic views over the ancient city
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
Explore Little Petra's uncrowded narrow canyon with carved caves, painted ceilings, and Nabataean triclinia