Petra in 3 days
Petra is the Treasury revealed at the end of the Siq, royal tombs cut into rose-coloured rock, and the long climb to the Monastery. Named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007, it takes on another mood by candlelight during Petra by Night.
The plan, day by day
Day 1
- Morning
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)about 30 minThe Nabataean tomb façade carved into the cliff at the end of the Siq, and Petra's best-known sight; the morning light suits it best.
- Afternoon
The Siqabout 30 minThe narrow winding gorge, over a kilometre long, that forms the main entrance to Petra, with Nabataean water channels cut along its walls.
Day 2
- Morning
The Monastery (Ad-Deir)about 2 hA huge rock-cut façade reached by a climb of around 800 steps from the city centre; the afternoon sun lights it best.
- Evening
Petra by Nightan eveningA walk through the Siq to the Treasury lit by hundreds of candles, with traditional music and tea.
Day 3
- Morning
The Royal Tombsabout 1 hA row of monumental tombs carved into the cliff of Jabal al-Khubtha, including the Urn Tomb, with rock streaked in pink, red and ochre.
Where to sleep in Petra
- Valentine Inn · €25 a night
- Rocky Mountain Hotel · €35 a night
- Petra Gate Hotel · €30 a night
- Petra Moon Hotel · €75 a night
- Petra Palace Hotel · €70 a night
- Petra Sella Hotel · €80 a night
- Movenpick Resort Petra · €180 a night
- Petra Marriott Hotel · €150 a night
- Petra Guest House Hotel · €130 a night
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