Luggage on a Long Transfer: Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba
A long road makes luggage matter more. Count large bags, keep essentials by you, and mention anything bulky.
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On a long road, luggage matters more than on a ride into Amman. The drives to Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba run from about 2.5 to 5 hours, so write the number of large bags on the request and keep what you need during the drive in your hand luggage.
| Road | Time (about) | Keep in hand luggage |
|---|---|---|
| Petra | 2.5–3.5 hours | Water, a charger, a layer for the evening |
| Aqaba | 3.5–4 hours | Water, sun protection, documents |
| Wadi Rum | 3.5–5 hours | A warm layer, a torch, the camp’s phone number |
What counts as a large bag
A large bag goes in the boot: a suitcase, a big rucksack, a case of equipment. Count each one. A stroller, a golf bag or a musical instrument is worth a line in the notes, because it takes more room than its weight suggests.
What to carry beside you
The boot is out of reach for three hours or more, so anything you will want on the road belongs on your lap or at your feet: water, medicine, a charger, documents, a change of clothes for children. The large bags can wait until the hotel.
Count, do not weigh
A driver loading a boot cares about how many cases there are and how big, not about kilograms. Count the cases, mention anything oversized, and say if the bags are heavy enough that you will want help lifting them at the other end. That is the information that decides whether everything fits.
Number of bags and number of people
The two together choose the car, as in passengers and luggage on a transfer. Each road has its own page: Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba. See how booking works for the full form.
Send the request on the transfer page
Transfer from Queen Alia to AmmanRequest a transferQuestions
Is there a luggage limit?
Write the number of large bags, and the reply says whether one car is enough.
What should I keep with me?
Water, medicine, documents, a charger and a layer of clothing.
Can I bring a stroller?
Yes. Mention it in the notes so there is room.
Does a long road change the request?
Only in that you plan for the drive time, 2.5 to 5 hours depending on the route.