Tours from Israel to Petra- Jordan options Petra from Israel tour options: 1 day regular tour to Petra from Eilat: $199 p.p. children under 12- $140 From the 1/11/2010: $245 p.p. children under 12- $145   1.5 day tour from Israel (Eilat) to Petra: incl the regular day tour to Petra, a night in Petra and transfer back to Eilat the following day:  $250 p.p. children under 12- $210 From the 1/11/2010: $297 p.p. children under 12- $257   1.5 day from Eilat to Petra with Wadi Rum option: $309 p.p,children under 12- $269 From the 1/11/2010: $356 p.p. children under 12- $316   2 days tour in Petra from Eilat: Day 1- regular tour with overnight in Petra, Day 2- Free day touring Petra independently $299 p.p, children under 12: $249 From the 1/11/2010: $342 p.p. children under 12- $299   2 day Jordan: Petra & Wadi Rum from Israel (Eilat) Day 1 Petra, overnight in Petra hotel or Bedouin camp, Day 2 Wadi Rum by jeep: 2 people on a private tour $899 in total, on regular tour- $799, 3 people $410 p.p. -  4 people and over $385 each   From the 1/11/2010: 2 people on a private tour $960 in total, on regular tour- $860, 3 people $425 p.p. -  4 people and over $410 each     Petra tours options: In light of the dramatic increase in entrance fees to Petra for one-day tours, we are offering an alternative range of 1.5 and 2 day Petra tours from Eilat. These tours enhance the Petra experience and ensure high quality, value for money tour services. We continue to offer our highly successful one day tours from Eilat to Petra, but strongly encourage our clients to get the best of their Jordan trip and money, by spending one night in Petra and choosing from these 1.5 and 2 day tour options. The following is detailed information about our tours to Petra from Eilat and should answer any questions you have.  One day Petra tour From Eilat: Since there is so much to see in Petra it is important we make good use of our time. The day before your tour, your passport details are sent to the border for the Visa lists, this saves us valuable time at the border crossing. You are collected around 7.00 to ensure we are amongst the first to arrive at the border crossing. Our staff will guide you efficiently through the border procedures, as you cross to Jordan your tour guide and tour staff will meet you. Here your Jordanian guide will take care of the border procedures and once the visas are issued we are on our way to Petra Your tour is exclusively Desert Eco Tours. We operate daily tours in minibuses' and places are limited ensuring our tours run smoothly and spend more time in Petra, approx 4 –5 hours. Once aboard the mini bus, you will receive bottled mineral water. It is not permitted to take food or drink into Jordan from Israel. You now begin the two-hour drive to Petra via Aqaba and the famous Wadi Rum. Your specialist guide will give you an in-depth briefing on the history of Jordan and its culture. As you reach the Wadi Rum area the red desert scenery is particularly striking and we take a moment to take in the remarkable views. This area was the base of TE Lawrence during the Arab revolt (Lawrence of Arabia). Nearing Petra we stop once more at a viewpoint overlooking the town of Wadi Musa (Moses Valley) and on a hilltop in the distance we can see the shrine, which marks the grave of Aaron, Moses' brother. Before we start our visit in Petra, we enjoy some local Baklawa (Arabian cake). From the visitors center at Petra's entrance,  we walk to the Siq Canyon.  Horses are available for this walk but a tip is expected from the handlers ($5).  We suggest participants walk with their guide to the Siq. On the route we see the ‘Silica Quarries', The Jinn Blocks and the first large site the ‘Obelisk Tomb'. At the entrance to the Siq we see the stone damn that protects Petra from floods and the ancient drainage channels of the site. Entering the Siq we see the remains of the Arch that marked the entrance to Petra. We also see the beginning of the Petra's ingenious water system that runs the whole length of the Siq. Within the Siq we find several deities and ancient carvings adorning its towering canyon walls. At the end of the Siq we find Petra's most renowned monument, The Treasury (Khazneh). Here we take a few minutes for photographs before continuing our tour along the impressive Street of Facades towards the Nabataean Theater. We get an impression of some of the most impressive graves, the Royal Tombs. If time allows, we walk along the Colonnade Street and visit the Great Temple. From here we head back to the Siq canyon and Petra's entrance. We take a late lunch at a restaurant in Wadi Mussa, remember that drinks are not included in the tour price (standard practice). Returning from here to Aqaba and Eilat, en route we see the sunset over Wadi Rum and stop briefly at Aqaba's colorful Arabian market (souq). After getting an impression of Jordan's only port city, we return to Eilat hotels by evening. Note: El Deir  (the Monastery), only on private tours due to limited time. Price: $199 p.p. children under 12- $140 Incl: guide, transportation, 2 bottles of water, lunch and entrance fees to Petra. Not incl border tax and tips. 5* hotel supplement: 85$ p.p.     Two Day tour to Petra form Israel (Eilat): The tour begins with the one day tour from Eilat, while the tour group has to return early after visiting Petra, you have the rest of the day to continue through Petra at your leisure. After the first day in Petra you head to your hotel or Bedouin camp in the nearby Wadi Mousa. Day two is a free day in Petra, exploring yet more of the major sites that the one-day tour does not cover such as El Dir (Monastery) and the High Place of Sacrifice. Today you tour Petra independently (no guide) until afternoon, then you meet our tour staff and are driven back to Eilat. Price: $299 p.p. children under 12: $249 Incl: guide, transportation, bottles of water, 2 lunches and 2 entrances to Petra, overnight in hotel or camp with half board. Not incl border tax and tips, Bedouin camp $10 supplement p.p. 5* hotel supplement: 85$ p.p. Optional: Petra by night- every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday   1.5 day to Petra from Eilat  The tour begins with the one day tour from Eilat, when the tour finishes in Petra the group heads back and you continue independently. Visiting any of the major sites that the one day tour does not cover. We book you into a comfortable 3 star hotel next to Petra or a Bedouin camp . The following morning you are picked up from your hotel and driven back to Eilat by our tour representatives.  Price: $250 p.p. children under 12- $210 Incl: guide, transportation, bottles of water, lunch and one entrance to Petra, night in Hotel. Not incl border tax and tips, Bedouin camp $10 supplement p.p. 5* hotel supplement: 85$ p.p. Optional: Petra by night- every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 1.5 day to Petra with Wadi Rum option from Eilat This tour is similar to the previous 1.5 day tour but includes a Wadi Rum, Bedouin jeep tour. Instead of heading straight back to Eilat we spend a couple of hours taking in the spectacular Wadi Rum desert scenery in 4X4 jeeps. Driven by professional Bedouin drivers we visit The Seven Pillars, Lawrence's spring and the Haz Ali Canyon . It was in this area that T E Lawrence lead the Arab Revolt and the epic movie that followed 'Lawrence of Arabia' was filmed here. The area boasts Jordan's most impressive desert scenery. Following the tour, a one hour drive takes us back to the border and Eilat.    Wadi Rum tour supplement: $59 p.p. For 2 participants' only - $69 p.p.  Incl: guide, transportation, bottles of water, lunch and entrances to Petra, overnight in Hotel at half board, jeep tour in Wadi Rum. Not incl border tax and tips     2 days tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Eilat Our most popular Jordan tour remains this two day Petra and Wadi Rum Tour,  it covers both Petra and Wadi Rum in greater depth than shorter tours. It has long been considered the very best option for a high quality Petra tour and authentic Wadi Rum desert experience.   Price: 2 people as a private tour $899 in total, with others- $799, 3 people $410 p.p. 4+ people $385 each   Incl: guide, transportation, bottles of water, 2 lunches, entrance to Petra and Wadi Rum, Hotel at half board. Not incl border tax and tips, Bedouin camp $10 supplement p.p. 5* hotel supplement: 85$ p.p. 1 & 2 days tours from Eilat to Jordan and Petra