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Private Half Day Jerash and Amman Sightseeing Tour from Dead Sea

From$146.67
4 hours
Commentary: Guide · en

About this activity

Discover the rich history of Jerash and Amman on this private half-day tour, featuring ancient ruins, historic sites, and vibrant local culture.

Highlights

  • Explore ancient Jerash ruins
  • Visit Amman's Citadel Hill
  • Discover Roman Theater in Amman
  • Stroll through Amman's Rainbow Street
  • Experience local culture and cuisine

Full description

Explore Jordan’s Greco - Roman past and present-day capital on this 6-hour private trip to Jerash, with a panoramic tour of Amman. Start at classical Jerash, a crumbled Greco-Roman city dubbed the Pompeii of the East. With a local guide, view the well-preserved monuments, including the Oval Plaza, the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, and the Hippodrome, as well as the Colonnaded paved streets as you hear about this ancient Decapolis City. Then, take a panoramic tour of Amman’s top attractions including the Citadel viewpoint, the downtown souks, and views of the city's mosques, churches, and historical Jabal Al-Webdeih and Jabal Amman ancient quarters, besides proceeding to the new modern part of Amman’s capital.

Included / Excluded

  • Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit of Jerash(Spanish-French by request-availability)
  • English-Speaking Driver
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
  • Entrance fees to Jerash; if option Jordan Pass not selected.
  • On board WI-FI
  • Amman Panoramic visit with view point from the Citadel
  • 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

1

Begin your 6-hour private tour with a pick up from your Dead Sea hotel, and travel by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Jerash with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Soak up the views of the passing towns and green landscapes, 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 A.D. 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: 1h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Snap photos of the stunning Oval Plaza, the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, as we all the intriguing egg-shaped public square framed by standing columns.

Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: YES
4

After this long walk, return to the capital of Amman, for a panoramic tour of the city’s highlights. Drive around the city and downtown area past the animated markets, churches, and mosques like King Abdullah’s Mosque. Start by discovering the Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic-era ruins of Amman Citadel for a view point. Gaze in awe at the Roman Amphitheater, carved into a hillside in the 2nd century B.C. and the most important remnant of Amman’s predecessor, the Roman white city of Philadelphia. Free time at leisure in Amman downtown area for souvenir shopping in the local gold and spice markets

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by King Hussein’s Palace, where the late, revered king is laid to rest. Your tour then concludes by strolling along “Jabal Al-Webdeih” and “Jabal Amman” Quarters, the Rainbow Street, Amman’s colorful arts and shopping hotspot. Delve into the upscale neighborhoods of “Abdoun” and “Swefieh”, where luxury shopping malls and swanky private villas line the streets. After passing thru the modern Amman drive back to your Dead Sea hotel.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour duration is approximately 4 hours, including travel time.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; please provide your hotel details upon booking.
  • Meals and personal expenses are not included in the tour price.

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.

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.
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