Shore Excursion

Cruise passengers docking at the Aqaba Port can explore Jordan’s premier desert and historical sites with shore excursions typically lasting 9 to 11 hours. Standard tours feature a 2-hour drive to the ancient Rose City of Petra, 4×4 safaris in the Wadi Rum desert, or float sessions at the Dead Sea.
Because port times are strictly regulated, most operators align their pickup and drop-off schedules directly with your cruise arrival and departure. Top shore excursions departing from Aqaba include:
• Petra Sightseeing: Walk through the Siq, view the iconic Treasury, and explore the ancient Nabataean tombs. Tours typically range from $135 to $145 per person.
• Wadi Rum Desert Safari: Experience the Mars-like terrain of the desert on a 4×4 Jeep ride guided by local Bedouins. Excursions start around $75.
• Dead Sea Float & Wellness: Visit private beachfront hotel resorts at the lowest point on earth to float in the mineral-rich waters. Half-day tours start at $62.
• Combination Tours: “Two-in-one” itineraries let you visit both Petra and Wadi Rum, or Petra and the Dead Sea, depending on your ship’s docking hours.