
With 5 days in Petra, you'll have time to experience the city's highlights. Petra reveals itself slowly, demanding exploration beyond the iconic Treasury. The ancient city sprawls across a vast desert valley, with over 800 monuments waiting to be discovered.
Itinerario Día a Día
Day 1: Arrival & First Impressions
Start your Petra adventure by getting your bearings and exploring the city's most iconic landmarks. Take time to soak in the atmosphere and discover why this destination captures the hearts of millions.
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
Experience The Treasury (Al-Khazneh), one of Petra's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into Jordan's culture and heritage.
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
The Siq
Experience The Siq, one of Petra's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into Jordan's culture and heritage.
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Day 2: Local Life & Neighborhoods
Experience Petra like a local today. Wander through authentic neighborhoods, discover hidden cafes, and get a taste of everyday life in Jordan.
Monastery (Ad Deir)
Experience Monastery (Ad Deir), one of Petra's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into Jordan's culture and heritage.
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Royal Tombs
Experience Royal Tombs, one of Petra's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into Jordan's culture and heritage.
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Day 3: Art, History & Discovery
Uncover layers of history that shaped Petra. From ancient remains to modern marvels, today reveals the stories behind the city's evolution.
Petra by Night
Experience Petra by Night, one of Petra's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into Jordan's culture and heritage.
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
High Place of Sacrifice
Experience High Place of Sacrifice, one of Petra's beloved attractions that offers a unique glimpse into Jordan's culture and heritage.
💡 Tip: Check opening hours online and consider booking in advance during peak season.
Day 4: Day Trip to Shobak Castle (Montreal)
Leave Petra behind for a day and head to Shobak Castle (Montreal) (45 minutes by car from Petra).
Shobak Castle (Montreal)
A Crusader castle built by Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1115, standing dramatically on a rocky knoll with commanding views. Less visited than Kerak Castle but equally impressive, with underground passages and original chapel.
💡 Tip: Highlights: Massive entrance gate and walls, Underground passages and storerooms, Original Crusader chapel, Panoramic views of surrounding countryside.
Day 5: Wadi Musa Town & Hidden Gems
Spend your last day away from the main sights: slow down in Wadi Musa Town and seek out a few places most visitors to Petra never find.
Wadi Musa Town
The modern gateway town to Petra, offering accommodations, restaurants, and practical services for visitors. This bustling town provides a contrast to the ancient ruins with its lively markets and Bedouin hospitality.
💡 Tip: Don't miss: Petra Visitor Center, Local craft shops and markets, Restaurants with terrace views.
Wadi al-Mudhlim
An alternative canyon entrance to Petra used in ancient times, now a hiking trail that offers completely different perspectives of the rock formations.
💡 Tip: Experienced hikers can enter Petra through this quiet, dramatic canyon and avoid the main entrance crowds entirely.
The Columbarium
A mysterious structure with hundreds of small carved niches, possibly used for ritual purposes or as a dovecote, located near the Theater.
💡 Tip: Its purpose remains debated by archaeologists, letting you ponder the mysteries of Nabataean culture firsthand.
Los mejores tours y experiencias en Petra
Los tours y entradas que más reservan los viajeros, con valoraciones y opiniones de Viator.


Visita guiada privada de 3 horas de Petra con recogida en el hotel.
desde 68 €
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Excursión por la costa de Aqaba: recorrido turístico privado por Petra con almuerzo
desde 218 €
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Por Qué Visitar Petra
Discover the intricate craftsmanship of Nabataean architecture, from the elaborate Corinthian columns of the Treasury to the massive, multi-story Royal Tombs and the beautifully preserved Urn Tomb with its interior chambers and carved niches.
Connect with Bedouin culture that has been part of Petra for generations. Local guides share family stories passed down through centuries, while tea stops in cave dwellings offer authentic cultural interactions amidst the ancient ruins.
Witness one of the world's most dramatic archaeological reveals—the Treasury appearing through the narrow Siq canyon. This 1.2-kilometer walk through towering cliffs builds anticipation like no other approach to a monument, culminating in that iconic view immortalized in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
Encuentra transporte barato a Petra
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¿Cuánto cuestan 5 días en Petra?
Calcula unos 240 € con presupuesto ajustado, 560 € en gama media o 1150 € para un viaje cómodo, por persona y sin contar el viaje hasta Petra.
| Económico | Gama media | Cómodo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alojamiento (por noche) | 30 € | 70 € | 140 € |
| Comida y bebida (por día) | 10 € | 22 € | 45 € |
| Visitas y actividades (por día) | 8 € | 20 € | 45 € |
| Total por día | 48 € | 112 € | 230 € |
| Total para 5 días | 240 € | 560 € | 1150 € |
Las estimaciones no incluyen vuelos ni transporte de larga distancia. Compara los costes diarios entre ciudades
Dónde alojarse en Petra
Hoteles cerca del centro de Petra, de económicos a lujo. Los precios son tarifas por noche habituales en nuestra última consulta.
Económico
Gama media
Superior
LujoLos precios de hotel proceden de Traveloka, consultados por última vez el 4 de febrero de 2026, y varían según tus fechas. Podemos recibir una comisión si reservas a través de nuestros enlaces, sin coste adicional para ti.
Consejos de Viaje
- 1Book accommodation in the city center for easy access to attractions. Petra is best explored by combining walking with public transport.
- 2The best time to visit Petra is March to May, September to November. Shoulder seasons offer fewer crowds and pleasant weather.
- 3The local currency is Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Carry some cash for small vendors and markets.
- 4A few words in Arabic go a long way with locals. Even "please" and "thank you" will earn smiles.
- 5Download offline maps and translation apps before your trip. WiFi can be spotty in historic areas.
- 65 days gives you time to see the highlights and discover some hidden gems.
Comida Imprescindible en Petra
💡 Stay hydrated strategically—carry a refillable bottle and use the free water stations near the Theater and Basin Restaurant rather than buying expensive bottled water inside.
Barrios para Explorar en Petra
The Siq & Treasury Area
The dramatic entrance to Petra, featuring the iconic 1.
Street of Facades & Theater District
The heart of ancient Petra's urban center, featuring rows of Nabataean tombs, the impressive Roman Theater, and the beginning of the Colonnaded Street.
The Monastery (Ad Deir) Highlands
Petra's most challenging but rewarding area, requiring an 800-step climb to reach Jordan's most spectacular viewpoint.
Ideas de Excursiones de un Día
Con 5 días en Petra, tienes tiempo para una excursión memorable. Aquí hay algunas opciones cercanas:
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
A compact version of Petra with similar rock-cut architecture but far fewer visitors.
Wadi Rum Protected Area
Jordan's spectacular desert landscape of red sand and dramatic rock formations, famous for Lawrence of Arabia connections and Mars-like scenery.
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