Petra Day Trip from Sharm | Ferry, Petra & Aqaba

01:30–02:00 AM – Hotel Pickup in Sharm El Sheikh

Your journey begins with very early pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Travel north through the Sinai Peninsula in an air-conditioned vehicle.

The exact pickup time depends on:

• Hotel location
• Ferry schedule
• Border procedures
• Tour operator
• Seasonal operating arrangements

Current tour programs commonly start around 1:30–2:00 AM. Royal Sharm

05:00–06:00 AM – Arrival in the Taba Area

Reach Taba after the drive through Sinai.

You will then complete the required departure, security and travel procedures before boarding the ferry.

Because this is an international day trip, passengers must carry the travel documents required for entry into Jordan.

06:30–07:30 AM – Ferry from Taba to Aqaba

Board the ferry and cross the Gulf of Aqaba toward Jordan.

Some operators describe the crossing as around 45 minutes, although actual timing can vary depending on the vessel, port operations and sea conditions. salamasharmtours.com

Enjoy views across the Gulf of Aqaba during the crossing.

08:00–09:00 AM – Arrival in Aqaba

Arrive in Jordan and complete the necessary arrival procedures.

Meet the Jordanian guide or local representative and continue by air-conditioned vehicle toward Petra.

09:00–11:00 AM – Drive from Aqaba to Petra

Travel inland through Jordan toward Petra.

The road journey generally takes around two hours, depending on traffic and operational arrangements. Nile Trip Guide

During the journey you may see:

• Jordanian desert landscapes
• Mountain scenery
• Wadi regions
• Small towns and villages

Some tour descriptions also reference the wider Wadi Rum landscape along the route. Booking

11:00 AM – Arrival at Petra

Arrive at the entrance to the archaeological city of Petra.

Meet your guide and begin the walking tour.

Visitors should expect a substantial amount of walking during the Petra portion of the day.

11:15 AM – Walk Toward the Siq

Begin walking from the visitor area toward the ancient city.

The route leads toward the entrance of the Siq, the narrow sandstone canyon that forms the dramatic approach to Petra.

11:30 AM – Walk Through the Siq

Enter the famous Siq.

The canyon stretches for approximately 1.2 km and is surrounded by towering sandstone walls.

As you walk through it, your guide can explain:

• Nabataean history
• Ancient water channels
• Rock carvings
• Petra’s trade routes
• The engineering of the city

12:00 PM – The Treasury Al-Khazneh

At the end of the Siq, see the famous Treasury, or Al-Khazneh.

This is the most iconic monument in Petra and one of the main reasons travelers book a Petra excursion from Sharm.

Take time to:

• Photograph the façade
• Learn about its Nabataean design
• Hear theories about its original purpose
• Appreciate the surrounding sandstone formations

12:30 PM – Street of Facades

Continue farther into Petra.

Pass the Street of Facades, an area lined with monumental tomb façades carved directly into the sandstone.

01:00 PM – Roman Theater

Visit or view the rock-cut theater.

Despite commonly being called the Roman Theater, the structure has Nabataean origins and was later modified during Roman rule.

01:30 PM – Royal Tombs

Continue toward the impressive Royal Tombs.

Depending on available time and walking pace, your guide may show you several major tomb façades from the main route.

02:00 PM – Colonnaded Street and Qasr Al-Bint

Continue deeper into the archaeological city toward:

• Colonnaded Street
• Temple areas
• Qasr Al-Bint

Many current one-day tours include these central Petra landmarks in their guided route. Explorevia

02:30–03:00 PM – Free Time

Depending on the day’s schedule, enjoy a short period of free time.

You can:

• Take additional photographs
• Browse local stalls
• Rest
• Revisit nearby viewpoints

The Monastery is generally not realistic for a standard Sharm-to-Petra day trip because of the time needed for the additional climb and return.

03:00–03:30 PM – Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Current day-trip packages commonly include lunch. sharmwonders.com

A typical meal may include:

• Rice
• Chicken or meat
• Salads
• Bread
• Local Jordanian dishes

Drinks may be excluded unless specifically stated.

04:00 PM – Depart Petra

Begin the return drive toward Aqaba.

06:00 PM – Aqaba Stop

Depending on ferry timing, some tours include a short period of free time in Aqaba.

This can be used for:

• Shopping
• Walking
• Buying souvenirs
• Having a drink

Several current Sharm–Petra tours advertise around one hour of free time in Aqaba. sharmwonders.com

07:00–08:00 PM – Ferry Back to Taba

Return to Aqaba port and board the ferry back to Egypt.

Ferry departure time can change according to:

• Port operations
• Sea conditions
• Border procedures
• Daily sailing schedule

08:00–09:00 PM – Arrival in Taba

Arrive back in Egypt and complete entry procedures.

Meet your Egyptian driver for the return journey.

11:00 PM–01:00 AM – Return to Sharm El Sheikh

Travel back through Sinai and arrive at your hotel.

The final return time can vary considerably.

Some operators advertise around 11:00 PM, while others describe the trip as a full 22–24-hour experience extending into the early hours of the following morning.