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Tours Starting From Eilat Border , FAQs ,  Recommendations & More

Tours Starting From Eilat Border , FAQs , Recommendations & More

#Tours Starting From Eilat Border , FAQs , Recommendations & More
  
*Where is Eilat Border 
Wadi Araba ( Eilat/Aqaba Border ) /Yitzhak Rabin Crossing
Location: In the south of Jordan, 324km away from Amman and near Aqaba; on the Israeli side, it is near Eilat. The two cities are Red Sea resorts.
Located in the south of Israel, Eilat is nestled beside the Red Sea. As the town is so far south it is far from Israel’s popular cities. Both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are located four hours by car or just over one hour by plane.
Jordan Tours trips from Israeli borders Eilat Border
 
 
 
*Time takes from Eilat city to the Border or vice versa 
 15-20 Min 
*Airports near Eilat Border 
Major airports near Eilat, Israel
1-The nearest major airport is Eilat Airport (ETH / LLET). This airport has domestic flights and is about 1 km from the center of Eilat, Israel.
2-Another major airport is Ramon Airport (ETM / LLER), which has domestic flights and is 21 km from Eilat, Israel.
3-Ovda Airport (VDA / LLOV) has international flights and is 60 km from Eilat, Israel.
*Israeli Departure Tax 
-Israeli Departure Tax (to be paid by yourself) : 105NIS (Israeli Shekels) or approximately $30USD. Can be paid in USD or NIS.
 
*How to Get from Jerusalem to Eilat
1- How to Get from Jerusalem to Eilat by Bus from the Central Bus Station, Jaffa Road
Traveling from Jerusalem to Eilat by bus is a good option - it’s not expensive (public transport is subsidized in Israel), buses run regularly and the journey is pretty comfortable. You’ll always recognize the national bus service in Israel because their fleet has a distinctive green and white logo - they’re called Egged. The distance between Jerusalem and Eilat is 318 km (197 miles) and, without traffic, the journey takes just over four hours.
There is a direct bus 444 from Jerusalem to Eilat - and it leaves from the third floor of the Jerusalem Central Bus Station. There are four buses a day and the bus makes several stops en route, at which you can get out and stretch your legs, take a bathroom break and get a cup of coffee. Tickets cost 82 NIS one way (approx. 25 USD).
In terms of availability, you can definitely show up and just hope for the best - either buy a ticket from the counter in the station (all representatives will speak a certain level of English) or simply pay the bus driver in cash when you board. You can also use a Rav Kav card (a green public transport card easily purchased across Israel, onto which you can load credit).
However, if you want to be assured of a seat (and the route certainly does get busy just before Jewish holidays and in the summer) you can also order your ticket online, via the Egged website, or by calling customer service on +972 3 694 8888 or *2800.
Please check their Link : https://www.egged.co.il/HomePage.aspx
2. How to Get from Jerusalem to Eilat by Plane from Ben Gurion Airport
If you aren’t a fan of long car journeys, you could consider this option, although bear in mind that you will have to first travel from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport (which takes about 45 by bus or taxi). There are no direct flights from Jerusalem to Eilat. Internal flights from Ben Gurion Airport (Tel Aviv) to Ramon Airport in Eilat take just under an hour and are operated by Arkia and Israir, around every 2 hours.
A flight will cost you around 350 NIS (110 USD) one way and it’s definitely recommended if you’ve just arrived in Israel after an exhausting long-haul flight. All flights from Ben Gurion airport arrive now in the new Ramon Airport, which is a 15-20 minutes drive from downtown Eilat and can be reached either by taxi (around 100 NIS / 32 USD) or public bus (4.50 NIS / 1.5 USD). 
Please check : 
- Arkia Airlines : https://www.arkia.co.il/ 
- Israir Airlines : https://www.israirairlines.com/ 
3. How to Get from Jerusalem to Eilat by Taxi
This is a costly option and if you are going to travel by taxi, we’d recommend booking one in advance (Israel’s Gett Taxi is a very popular app) or asking advice from your hotel concierge.  A taxi from Jerusalem to Eilat and from Eilat to Jerusalem could run into the hundreds of dollars - as much as  $ 500- $ 600 USD . 
Please let us know if you would like to ask for a private transfer(s) from Jerusalem  to Eilat and / or return .
 
 
*How to Get from Tel Aviv  to Eilat
1-SHUTTLE BUS FROM TEL AVIV TO EILAT
Taking a shuttle bus is the most convenient option. Available 7 days a week, including Fridays and Saturdays when other forms of public transport and flights are not available, the shuttle bus departs once a day and offers reliable and convenient options. The shuttle leaves Tel Aviv every morning and returns back from Eilat every evening.
2- BUS FROM TEL AVIV TO EILAT
The public bus departs from the Tel Aviv Central Bus Station and takes between 5-6 hours to reach the southern city of Eilat. There are up to 10 daily departures on the route, which are spread between the day (from Sunday to Thursday). On Fridays, the buses run until around 4 pm, and on Saturdays, they begin around 2 pm (note that these buses do run slightly during Shabbat).
This bus is unique as it is the only route in Israel that should be pre-booked. The bus schedule can be found here (https://www.egged.co.il/HomePage.aspx) . Online booking is only possible in Hebrew, but you can book via the Egged call center (972-3-6948888). An adult ticket is approx 82 NIS (approx $25) each direction.
3- PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM TEL AVIV TO EILAT
For the quickest journey, or a family or larger group, the transfer can be made by private car or taxi. The journey time here would be 3.5-4 hours in most cases, and of course, pickup and dropoff will be from your private address.
The journey could also be arranged to stop-off on the way, for example, at Mitzpe Ramon in the Negev Desert or the Timna Park in the Arava Region, in order to break the journey and have some more travel experiences.
Please let us know if you would like to ask for a private transfer(s) from tel Aviv to Eilat and / or return .
4- FLIGHTS FROM TEL AVIV TO EILAT
Two Israeli airlines (Arkia and Israir) fly domestic flights from Tel Aviv to Eilat. Most of these flights begin in the domestic Sde Dov Airport in the city of Tel Aviv, but there are some flights from Ben Gurion Airport. Flights take around 1 hour, and passengers should be at the airport at least one hour before departure.
From Sunday to Thursday, there are flights once every one or two hours, between 6 am and 9 pm. On Friday flights run until the mid-afternoon, and on Saturday, flights start in the mid-afternoon. Flights cost $100 per person per direction.
 Please check : 
- Arkia Airlines : https://www.arkia.co.il/ 
- Israir Airlines : https://www.israirairlines.com/ 
 
 
*What are the operating hours of the Eilat Border crossing?
The Aqaba, or Yitzhak Rabin Border Crossing is located between Eilat and the Jordanian city of Aqaba. The Crossing is open from Sunday to Thursday between 06:30 and 20:00, and Friday and Saturday between 08:00 and 20:00. It is closed on Yom Kippur and the first day of the Muslim New Year.
When there is a time difference between Jordan and Israel (which can occur with the start/end of daylight savings) the border will operate according to Israel time.
Please note that the border can be subject to closures at other times without or limited warning which are outside of our control.
 
 
*How to arrange your transfer from Eilat Hotel to Eilat Border 
From your hotel  ,ask the reception to arrange the transfer from your hotel to Eilat border , the transfer takes 15-20 min Max. and the cost varies from $ 15-$20 USD . We can not arrange this simple transfers as it easy to arrange and that does not take time . Our service starts from the border and ends at the border in case if you would like to start from Eilat City back to Eilat city after the tour .
 
 
*What are the fees/taxes to be paid at the Eilat Border?
-Israeli Visa fee : Free
-Israeli Departure Tax (to be paid by yourself) : 105NIS (Israeli Shekels) or approximately $30USD. Can be paid in USD or NIS.
-Jordanian Visa Fee (if not included in your tour package or eligible for free visa/stays less than 2 nights) : 40JD or approximately $60USD. Must be paid in JOD. There are ATM’s and exchange offices at the border.
-Jordanian Departure Tax (if not included in your tour package and where applicable): 10JD or approximately $15USD. Must be paid in JOD.
-Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA)'s fees (if not included in your tour package and only applicable for stays of less than 2 nights or day trips) : 20JOD or approximately $30USD. Must be paid in JOD.
 
 
 
*How do I complete the border crossing at Eilat border?
Please note that all our tours start and end at the Jordanian side of the border crossing. Private vehicles are unable to use this border crossing therefore we are unable to pick up/drop off at your hotel or airport in Eilat/Israel. It is easy to catch a taxi to the border and you will need to arrange this yourself.
The process of crossing from Israel to Jordan via the Arava (Rabin) Crossing, usually takes no longer than one hour, but delays do happen from time to time.
1-Complete the Israel side of the border crossing.
As you enter the border area, and you have a rental car you can leave it in the designated area. You will be required to pay the Israeli Departure Tax. Please note that tax is not included in your tour rate as it is collected by the Israeli Government. The Departure Tax is currently 105 NIS (Israeli Shekels) which is approximately $30USD USD). It has to be paid in cash at the border (or can be paid in advance by other methods). It can be paid in $USD or NIS.
You will proceed to the Israeli customs control where you will receive your exit stamp and pay the departure tax.
2-Exiting Israel and entering into Jordan.
You will walk up to the last point in Israel which is the exit from the duty free store at the border terminal. After exiting the store there is a short walk, (200 meters or so), from the Israeli to Jordanian terminal. As you leave Israel, you are on the way over to Jordan.
3-Entering Jordan and meeting our Representative.
Our Jordanian border representative will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it as you enter into the Jordan side of the border crossing. Our representative will assist you through the Jordanian side and take care of the necessary paperwork for your visa on arrival. Our representative will then take you to meet your driver at the exit of the terminal. 
 
 
*How do I meet the Representative at the Eilat Border crossing?
Please note that all our tours start and end at the Jordanian side of the border crossing.
If the meet and assist service is included in your tour package our representative will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it as you enter the Jordanian side of the border crossing. Our representative will assist you through the Jordanian side and take care of the necessary paperwork for your visa on arrival.
Please don’t go to visa control/immigration until you have found our representative.
 
 
*Why do you need my passport details in the booking form?
Our tours that start from the Eilat Border include the meet and assist service from our representative. Our representative will meet you when you enter to the Jordanian side of the Eilat border and assist you with your visa on arrival (free visa issued to guests who are staying in Jordan for 2 or more consecutive nights). To offer this meet and assist service we prepare a visa manifest which must include the passport details for all guests.
Can you pick me up or drop me off at my hotel in Eilat or the airport in Eilat?
All our tours start and end on the Jordanian side of the border crossing. Private vehicles are unable to use this border crossing. You will need to arrange for a taxi to/from the border to your hotel or airport in Eilat.
 
 
 
*What are the regulations for groups of 6 or more people at the Eilat Border crossing?
According to the Jordanian Government regulations groups of 6 or more people are required to be accompanied by a licensed guide and tourist policeman for your entire time in Jordan.
What are the Regulations and Visas for Israelis entering Jordan from the Eilat Border crossing?
Israeli national are granted a free visa on arrival regardless of the duration of their stay in Jordan.
There are new regulations in place for Israeli passport holders entering Jordan through the Eilat border. These are subject to change. Please contact us for the latest information.
 
 
 
*What is the best way to get from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv to Eilat Border?
There are 3 ways that you can travel from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv to the Eilat Border.
1-Flight with : 
- Arkia Airlines : https://www.arkia.co.il/ 
- Israir Airlines : https://www.israirairlines.com/ 
 
We recommend this option as the most efficient and relatively cheap option. The one way flight is only 45 mins from Tel Aviv and one way flights start from 30Euro.
2-Bus with Egged Bus Company : www.egged.co.il/HomePage.aspx
This is the cheapest option but takes 5 – 6 hours.
3-Private transfer which we can arrange.
Private transfers are expensive in Israel. The private transfer from Tel Aviv to Eilat in a 4 seater passenger vehicle is $450USD-$ 600USD . Please ask us about rates for other transfers and vehicles.
Please let us know if you would like to ask for a private transfer(s) from Jerusalem /Tel Aviv  to Eilat and / or return  to Jerusalem / Tel Aviv.
 
 
 
 
You should book your flight / taxi based on the tour agreed .
 
Please check our tours from Eilat border on our website , we can also cusotmise your tour based on your arrival and departure at / from Eilat Border : https://johtt.com/our-tours-2/18-jordan-tours-from-eilat 
 
 
 
 

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