- From RiyadhAbout 2–2.5 h by air to Amman
- UNESCOPetra, listed 1985
- Pair withHegra, AlUla (also Nabataean)
Jordan borders Saudi Arabia to the north-west. Its star is Petra, the Nabataean capital whose Treasury (Al-Khazneh) is carved straight into rose-coloured rock. If you visit Hegra in AlUla, seeing Petra completes the Nabataean story. Fly Riyadh to Amman and drive about three hours south, or fly to Aqaba.
Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you book through them we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more.