Private Full Day Jerash and Amman City Sightseeing Tour from Dead Sea

From$193.33

8 hours

Commentary: Guide · en

About this activity

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Jordan on this private full-day tour from the Dead Sea to Jerash and Amman, featuring ancient ruins, bustling markets, and local cuisine.

Highlights

Explore ancient Roman ruins in Jerash
Visit Amman's Citadel with panoramic views
Discover the Roman Theater in Amman
Stroll through Amman's vibrant downtown markets
Experience local culture and cuisine in Amman

Full description

Witness the classical antiquities of Amman and Jerash Greco – Roman city on this 8-hour private tour. Traveling between the sites by air-conditioned vehicle, take guided tours of the sun-burnished ancient ruins of Amman Citadel and see the city’s stellar Roman Amphitheater, a 6,000-seater stadium from the 2nd century. Then, drive to the spectacular ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East’s best-preserved Roman cities, of the Decapolis. Stroll around the semi-crumbled temples, fountains, column-ringed Oval Plaza and, other relics as your guide tells fascinating stories of the city, once a prosperous outpost of the Roman Empire. Return to your Dead Sea hotel.

Included / Excluded

Local English-Speaking Guide at Amman Citadel; (Spanish-French by request-availability)
Entrance fees to Jerash Roman Ruins, if option Jordan Pass not selected
English-Speaking Driver
Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
On board WI-FI
Entrance fees to The Roman Theater & Popular Traditional Museum, if option Jordan Pass not selected
Hotel pick up and drop off
Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Jerash
Entrance fees to Amman Citadel with the Archaeological Museum, if option Jordan Pass not selected

All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
All type of beverages
All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver, Local Guide) – Recommended
Personal Expenses
Any other service not mentioned

Itinerary

Begin your 8-hour private tour with a pick up from your Dead Sea hotel, and travel by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the hilltop Citadel that rises up over the Jordanian capital with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide. On route, hear interesting facts behind this rock-top collection of Roman, Byzantine, as well as early Islamic ruins and head inside to explore.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

See the stunning Roman temple of Hercules, colonnaded streets, and other relics as a guide unravels the history of each monument.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Continue to Amman’s spectacular, 2nd-century Roman Amphitheater, once part of the ancient city of Philadelphia that once stood on the site of today’s modern capital. Admire the scale and symmetry of the stunning, 6,000-seater arena, and hear from your guide how it was built to face north to shelter spectators from the fiercest heat of the sun.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Having explored here, sit back and relax as you leave Amman and drive to the archaeological ruins at Jerash. Soak up the views of the passing towns and green landscapes, and along the way, hear the history of Jerash. Largely established by Alexander the Great in the 2nd century B.C., this ancient city was one of the most prosperous in the Roman Empire, and was covered by sand for centuries until its remnants were discovered in 1806. Head through the ancient city gate and walk around the well-preserved ruins as your guide tells you tales about the city in its heyday. See its arches, theaters, and elegant colonnaded street.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Snap photos of the stunning Oval Plaza, the intriguing egg-shaped public square framed by standing columns.; as well as the Temples of Artemis and Zeus. After this amazing walking tour and free time to explore this unique city, return to Dead Sea where your experience finishes with a drop-off at your hotel.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance.
Provide your hotel details for pickup arrangements.
Be aware that some sites may require modest dress.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring ancient sites.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Infant Seats Available

Good to know

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination.
Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees.
Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
If travelers select Jordan Pass option, clients should purchase Jordan Pass directly.

Traveler reviews

5.0

2 reviews

Great way to see many sights in one day

Another great viator trip. Very friendly driver, interesting sights and good quality guides. It’s a packed day so we took food/drinks/snacks with us - there isn’t a lot of time to stop for a meal and we preferred to make the most of the sight seeing. Jerash is spectacular. We had excellent and very knowledgable guides at both the Citadel and Jerash. Excellent day trip. Take comfortable walking shoes for Jerash!

Gemma_GApr 24, 2019VIATOR

Additional information

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking. Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request. Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher. For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination. Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request. Clients with mobility issues, please contact us. Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us. Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us. For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees. Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes. If travelers select Jordan Pass option, clients should purchase Jordan Pass directly.