Bike from Shobak to Little Petra in a day
Overview
This one-of-a-kind day tour combines exhilarating mountain biking with the awe-inspiring history of Jordan’s desert landscapes. Begin your adventure at Shobak’s Juhair viewpoint, a panoramic lookout where the dramatic Araba Valley and cloud-kissed mountains stretch endlessly before you. From this breathtaking starting point, you’ll pedal along a scenic 30km route, primarily on a mix of dirt and paved roads. Feel the thrill of cycling through nature’s contrasts, as you wind through rugged landscapes of stone and red earth. This moderate-to-challenging route offers soaring vistas and an up-close look at the region’s unique sandstone terrain. Your journey culminates at Little Petra (Siq al-Barid), a hidden gem carved into the rose-red cliffs. Here, you’ll dismount and step back in time, exploring the ancient Nabatean ruins before being transported back to your hotel.
Included/Exclude
- Bike rental
- English speaking cycling guide
- Meals as mentioned in the program
- Drinking water
- Transfer to your hotel in Wadi Musa
- Helmet
- Transfer to start of the biking tour
- Personal expenses
- Extras
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Tour Plan
Start your day with a thrilling mountain bike adventure, blending exhilarating cycling with the awe-inspiring history of Jordan's desert. Your journey begins at Shobak’s Juhair viewpoint, offering a panoramic lookout over the dramatic Araba Valley and cloud-kissed mountains.
From this breathtaking starting point, you'll pedal a scenic 30km route, a mix of dirt and paved roads. Feel the thrill as you cycle through rugged landscapes of stone and red earth, a true contrast of nature's power. This moderate-to-challenging ride offers soaring vistas and a close-up look at the region's unique sandstone terrain.
Your adventure culminates at Little Petra (Siq al-Barid), a hidden gem carved into the rose-red cliffs. Dismount your bike and step back in time to explore these ancient Nabatean ruins before you bike to Wadi Musa from where you are transported back to your hotel.
Our suggestion: We can pick you up from your accommodation and bring you to the start of the biking tour. If you stay outside of Wadi Musa, like Dana, we can also bring your luggage and drop it at your hotel in Wadi Musa.
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