Petra: 8-day adventure trip tailor-made planning

The route "Petra: 8-day adventure trip" is a trip that Adventure guides for active travellers, focusing on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Adventure matches stages and fitness to each other. In the planner you state your experience, and you clarify the level of challenge on the video call.

Updated: 4 November 2026.

Day by day in Petra

Day 1
Day 1: Arrival and getting your bearings
Petra begins at the entrance, where the path leads into the rock city. On the day of arrival you walk only a short stretch, to experience heat and dust. Water, a hat and sturdy shoes are the basis for everything else. Walk slowly, the sun in the valley is intense, and dust lies in every fold.
- Petra
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 2
Day 2: A day of discovery
The way through the Siq ends at the Treasury, and the daylight makes the facade glow. The Temple Tomb with its columned hall lies nearby and allows a slow return. Start early, the midday heat in the valley is fierce. A cloth over mouth and nose helps against wind in the Siq, and a head torch stays within reach.
- The Treasury
- Temple / Colonnaded Triclinium
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 3
Day 3: An active day
Several hundred steps in the rock lead up to the Monastery Ad-Dayr, an ascent of a good hour. The Siq itself is the natural gorge through which you walk every day. A day that needs fitness and pays off with a wide view. Early in the morning the steps are cool and empty, at midday they burn under your soles.
- AlDayr
- Al-Siq
- Petra Museum
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 4
Day 4: Nature and movement
The Great Temple lies in the centre of the city and covers a wide area. The Obelisk Tomb at Bab as-Siq shows tomb buildings at the entrance. The day offers paths without a steep climb, ideal for recovering between stages. Sandstone is smooth where many feet have walked, watch every step.
- Great Temple
- Obelisk Tomb & Bab as-Siq Triclinium.
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 5
Day 5: A stage day
The Royal Tombs lie on the rock face of Jabal al-Khubtha, and the High Place of Sacrifice sits on a summit. The ascent calls for sure-footedness on worn steps. A stage day with a lot of height and even more view. If you have enough water and start early, you are back down before the midday heat.
- Royal Tombs
- High Place of Sacrifice
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 6
Day 6: Exploring
The city once more, the Treasury once more, but with different eyes: you now know the way and the light. If you like, come at sunrise and experience the gorge almost empty. A chance for quiet photos without crowds. The morning light makes the pink rock appear in red and orange, a rare moment.
- Petra
- The Treasury
- Temple / Colonnaded Triclinium
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 7
Day 7: Out and about
The second ascent to Ad-Dayr is easier, because your body has got used to the steps. In the Siq you take your time for colours and rock formations. A day that rewards the knowledge from the previous days. Rest halfway in the shade and eat something salty.
- AlDayr
- Al-Siq
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel
Day 8
Day 8: Last day and departure
The Petra Museum lies at the entrance and brings together finds from the Nabataean city. A calm finish, in which legs and head recover. Then the journey home begins, and the dust stays in your shoes. Dust and sand have marked your clothing, a wash does you good afterwards.
- Petra Museum
Accommodation: Petra Desert Dream Hotel

Map

The route connects Petra, The Treasury, Temple / Colonnaded Triclinium, AlDayr, Al-Siq, Petra Museum, Great Temple, Obelisk Tomb & Bab as-Siq Triclinium..

Accommodation

Petra Desert Dream Hotel, Accommodation

Accommodation	Rating
Petra Desert Dream Hotel	4.8

Costs

What an adventure trip costs depends on stages and support, and the quote follows after your planner.

Packliste, Kaltes Reiseziel

Category	What to bring
Kleidung	Zwiebelprinzip: mehrere warme Schichten, Wind- und wasserdichte Jacke, Mütze, Schal, Handschuhe, Warme, wasserdichte Schuhe
Gesundheit & Schutz	Lippenpflege mit Sonnenschutz, Sonnenbrille (Schneereflexion), Persönliche Medikamente im Handgepäck
Dokumente	Reisepass (Gültigkeit prüfen), Ausgedruckte oder digitale Reiseunterlagen, Reiseversicherungs-Nachweis
Extras	Thermobecher, Steckdosenadapter, Powerbank

Frequently asked questions

What sets Adventure apart?

Adventure plans active trips with a focus on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. We plan Petra: 8-day adventure trip by video call according to your experience and fitness.

Which places are part of the programme in Petra: 8-day adventure trip?

Around Petra: 8-day adventure trip, Petra, The Treasury and Temple / Colonnaded Triclinium are listed, and Adventure sorts them by duration, elevation gain and difficulty.

Who is an adventure trip to Petra: 8-day adventure trip suited to?

To active travellers who want to experience nature and be on the move, and who prefer a programme that suits their fitness and experience.

Which accommodations are listed for Petra: 8-day adventure trip in the catalogue?

After long days on the move, Petra: 8-day adventure trip offers houses such as Petra Desert Dream Hotel, which Adventure selects by their position relative to the route.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor stages, level of challenge, duration and accommodation to your experience. On the video call we discuss what you feel comfortable with and where we build in reserves.

How much does a trip to Petra: 8-day adventure trip cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.

How does the consultation work?

The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.

How do I start planning?

You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.