Private Tour of Wadi Rum Moon Valley from Wadi Araba Border Crossing

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6 hours (approximately)

Experience the best of Jordan’s rugged desert on this half day private Wadi Rum tour from Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side. Hop into your 4x4 vehicle and enjoy a 2-hour spin through the canyons and gulley’s around Wadi Rum. Traverse plunging gorges and head along sandy riverbeds; pause along the way to capture the views on camera. Marvel at ancient rock formations dating back 12,000 years and gain insight into the region’s rich geology. Sip mint tea in a Bedouin tent, and upgrade your tour to experience a 30-minute camel ride through the desert. Additional time to explore Wadi Rum red desert valley of moon, as an option, for another 2 hours before boarding back to Aqaba with your private leisure vehicle and English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.

What's Included

A 30-minute camel ride; if option selected
Entrance Fees to Wadi Rum
English-Speaking Driver
This is a private tour activity. Only your group will participate
On board WI-FI
Classic 2 hours 4 x 4 jeep visit with local Bedouin driver/guide
Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants
Additional 2 hours Wadi Rum jeep ride; if option selected
Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side pick-up and drop off
All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
All type of beverages
All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver/ Bedouin Guide) – Recommended
Personal Expenses
Any other service not mentioned

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Wadi Araba Border Road

After disembarking from the ship, the assembly meeting point is at the pier. The representative will be holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Wadi Araba Border Road

    Experience the extraordinary beauty of the desert of Wadi Rum, the rosy red sand with towering cliffs of various brownish, reddish, and golden colors on this private full day trip from Wadi Araba Border Jordanian side. Set off by your private, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the protected desert valley of the moon, located less than an hour from Aqaba. Enjoy the views as you travel through Jordan’s desert landscapes toward the towering cliffs of Wadi Rum

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Wadi Rum Village

    Extending across a huge chunk of south Jordan, this protected valley boasts towering sandstone mountains, craggy river beds, and steep gorges; all coated in a kaleidoscope of natural rock colors, from pinks to vivid reds. Explore its spectacular beauty spots in a 2-hour tour by 4x4 Jeep with a Bedouin Driver who is your Local Guide. Photo shoot at The Martian and Star Wars: The Rise of Sky Walker Movie Spot; explore the walk on the moon and mars, trundle through narrow gorges and red desert plains past crimson dunes, natural rock bridges and towers. Amongst this emptiness and silence, visit the seven pillars of wisdom, and the holographic pictures carved before Christ.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Wadi Rum

    View ancient inscriptions, and the Lawrence of Arabia Spring; a hidden oasis made famous by T.E. Lawrence, also known as Lawrence of Arabia, where the movie has taken place. During WWI, this British officer and archaeologist fought here alongside the Bedouin Arabs against the Ottoman Turks, basing his headquarters in the valley. Many Wadi Rum sites are named after this still-revered British soldier. Have your camera ready as you pass through narrow gorges and plains, framed by natural rock arches, towering buttes, ancient caves, and red dunes. Visit a Bedouin tent to enjoy a glass of refreshing local mint tea and meet the friendly locals. If you wish, upgrade your tour to include another two hours jeep tour to visit the large bridge or upgrade to a 30-minute camel ride in the desert for your exploration to make your visit extra special.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Wadi Araba Border Road

    When the time comes, reconvene with your driver and relax on your ride back to Wadi Araba Border, where your day trip finishes back with crossing to the other side. Please note it is recommended to bring hats, sun protection, and comfortable shoes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
  • Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
  • Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
Supplied by Zaid Tours and Travel

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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