Private Half Day Jerash and Amman Sightseeing Tour

From$120

4 hours

Commentary: Guide · en, fr, es

About this activity

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

Highlights

Explore ancient Roman ruins in Jerash
Visit Amman's Citadel with panoramic views
Discover the Roman Theater's grandeur
Stroll through Amman's vibrant souks
Experience Jordanian hospitality firsthand

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

English-Speaking Driver
Hotel pick up and drop off
Entrance fees to Jerash; if option Jordan Pass not selected
Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
On board WI-FI
Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit Jerash(Spanish-French by request-availability)
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 and Local Guide) – Recommended
Personal Expenses
Entrance Fees to Amman Citadel and Roman Theater
Any other service not mentioned

Itinerary

Follow in the footsteps of the ancients as you explore streets, theaters, and colonnades in Jerash then return to Amman to see top neighborhoods, mosques, and churches offering flexible personal experience. This tour includes pick up and drop off from centrally Amman hotels, guided tour, and admission to Jerash. Begin your 6-hour private tour with a pick up from your central Amman hotel, and travel by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Jerash with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide. 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.,

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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. 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: 3 hoursAdmission: YES

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: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Pass by: 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 hotel.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions or special requirements in advance.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Know before you go

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

Traveler reviews

5.0

4 reviews

Great Tour!

I had a great experience on this tour. My driver, Basel, was kind and knowledgeable about each city’s sites and history, and was generous enough to stop by a few additional areas upon my request. My guide did a great job explaining each of the areas around Jerash and took me to several areas for amazing photo ops. We began the drive from Amman to Jerash, stopped for lunch at a yummy restaurant, and then headed to our panoramic tour of Amman which was conducted by car. For your awareness, entry into the Citadel is not included. We only stopped in the parking lot for photos of the city, but I’d recommend asking for additional time to explore the site.

chackettNov 8, 2023VIATOR

Reliable tour operator

Our guide & driver was very friendly, knowledgeable and kind. Tour was started on time, and everything went smoothly. They are very reliable tour operator.

YUKO_UJan 28, 2023VIATOR

Great!

We spent the last 3 days with them touring Jordan. Super well organised, efficient and fun! When travelling you want to enjoy and be apart of everything you see and do, and they really make it very easy for you. Khaled our driver was the best, he was exactly what you want and need on a trip like this. So helpful and would go out for his way for you, definitely ask for him for your tours.

UzairB10Apr 22, 2022TRIPADVISOR

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.