Little Petra and Dana Reserve

*One Day Tour: Petra + Little Petra + Dana Nature Reserve | Private Day Trip from Wadi Musa*

*From: La Maison Hotel Petra | Duration: 10-12 hours | Book Direct & Save*

Discover 3 hidden gems of Jordan in 1 day. Start at sunrise in *Little Petra “Siq al-Barid”*, skip the crowds, then drive through dramatic desert landscapes to *Dana Biosphere Reserve* - Jordan’s largest nature reserve. This private tour is perfect for guests staying at La Maison Hotel Petra who want more than just Petra in one day.

*Tour Highlights*

1. *Little Petra - Siq al-Barid*: Explore the “Baby Petra” Nabataean site. Free entry, 15min from your hotel. See painted ceilings + triclinia without tour bus crowds.

2. *Dana Nature Reserve*: Hike the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Spot ibex, foxes + 800 plant species. Stop at Dana Village for panoramic views.

3. *Local lunch*: Traditional Jordanian mansaf or zarb at a Dana village guesthouse.

4. *Private driver + guide*: Pickup/drop-off directly from La Maison Hotel Petra. 5min walk to Petra Gate means zero transfer time.

*Detailed Itinerary from Petra*

*7:00 AM - Pickup from La Maison Hotel Petra*  

Your driver meets you at our lobby in Wadi Musa. 5min walk to Petra entrance, so we leave earlier than Amman tours. Coffee + bottled water provided.

*7:20 AM - Little Petra Siq al-Barid*  

10min drive north. Walk through the narrow siq to the painted Biclinia hall. Unlike main Petra, you’ll have it almost empty at sunrise. Great for photos. 1 hour guided.

*8:30 AM - Drive to Dana Nature Reserve*  

Scenic 1.5hr drive south via Kings Highway. Stop at Shobak Castle viewpoint for desert photos.

*10:30 AM - Dana Village + Rummana Mountain Trail*  

Arrive at Dana Biosphere Reserve, 300km² of mountains + valleys. Easy 45min walk on Rummana trail edge with guide. See ancient copper mines + Bedouin village. Best views of the Great Rift Valley.

*1:00 PM - Traditional Lunch in Dana Village*  

Lunch at local guesthouse: mansaf, maqluba, or vegetarian options. Tea with Dana mountain herbs.

*2:30 PM - Free time + Shopping*  

Explore Dana Village handicraft shop. Women’s cooperative sells handmade soap + pottery. Support local community.

*3:30 PM - Return to La Maison Hotel Petra*  

2hr drive back via desert highway. Drop-off at your hotel by 5:30 PM. Rest before dinner at our rooftop restaurant.

*What’s Included*

- Private AC vehicle + professional English-speaking driver

- Pickup & drop-off at La Maison Hotel Petra, Wadi Musa  

- Entrance fees to Little Petra + Dana Reserve

- English guide for Little Petra + Dana trails

- Bottled water + local lunch

- All taxes & parking

*What’s Not Included*  

Tips, Petra main site ticket, personal expenses

*Why Book This Tour with Levant Tours *

1. *Zero transfer time*: We’re 5min walk from Petra Gate. Amman tours waste 3hrs driving. You sleep more, see more.

2. *Local guides*: Our driver knows Dana trails + Little Petra hidden spots. Not a script.

3. *Flexible timing*: Sunrise at Little Petra = no crowds. We adjust for your pace.

4. *Support local*: Dana lunch + shop directly helps Bedouin families.