Top Amman Archaeology Tours

Go beyond the traditional attractions of Jordan and visit three historic sights in the north of the country on this day trip from Amman. Join a private guide and visit Jerash to explore the ancient Roman ruins. See the Ajloun Castle to admire its medieval Arab-Islamic architecture and then end at the Greco-Roman city of Umm Qais where you can see views of Jordan, Syria, and Palestine.

Explore ancient Roman ruins on a half-day, private tour from Amman to Jerash, and travel to the site in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle. Pre-booking transport saves you the hassle of searching for taxis, and you’ll have the freedom to discover Jerash on your own terms by hiring a guide upon arrival or making it an independent day.

Discover Jordan's top attractions on this private 2-day tour, featuring a guided sunset Jeep tour and an overnight stay in a luxury Wadi Rum camp with a private tent and bathroom. Explore the ancient city of Petra, relax at a 4-star Dead Sea resort with access to pools and the beach, and enjoy private transportation with an English-speaking driver. Meals include breakfast and dinner, with optional upgrades like a private guide at Petra available.

Discover Jordan's natural wonders and historic treasures on this private 3-day tour, including Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea and more, depending on your interests. You’ll visit breathtaking spots like Dana Nature Reserve, Petra, Little Petra, Al-Shobak Castle, and the Dead Sea, with a Bedouin Jeep tour in Wadi Rum. This personalized tour includes an English-speaking driver, two nights’ accommodation, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Amman, perfect for intimate friend groups.

Treat yourself to a private transfer in Amman, whether you’re arriving in Jordan or departing. Get a personalized meet-and-greet from your own chauffeur in the arrivals hall or your hotel. Travel comfortably in a spacious, Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle with complimentary bottled water. Get dropped off at any location within the capital or at the airport. Arrival transfers are timed to meet your incoming flight.

See some of Amman's most interesting attractions with this tour of the Jordanian capital. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to visit the Citadel, the Roman Theatre, and the Folklore Museum, and the Archaeological Museum. Once you’re done sightseeing, you can stop for shopping in a traditional bazaar.

Amman airport lies about 20 miles (32 kilometers) from Amman city center, meaning a prebooked private transfer saves time and eliminates the need to wrangle Jordanian cash. Take it easy with this private, one-way transfer service between Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and your destination in the city. For airport pickups, your representative will greet you at arrivals holding a board with your name.

Make full use of a day in Amman to visit top Jordan highlights on this private trip. See the Mosaic Map and another church mosaic at Madaba, and visit Mt. Nebo. Plus, hike along the Al-Mujib Siq river trail (summer only), and soak in the Dead Sea. Your trip includes round-trip private transportation, with entrance fees and local guides at each site at your own expense.

See the very best of Jordan in four days, going from ancient cities to the shores of the Dead Sea in a private car. This private tour offers the flexibility and convenience of a personal driver as you tour Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, and more, with accommodations provided. Customize the tour by hiring local guides at each destination or simply explore on your own, soaking up Jordan's vibrant cultures, landscapes, and traditions along the way.

Look beyond Jordan’s most celebrated attractions to see some lesser-known historical treasures on this private Islamic desert castle day trip from Amman. Head east to Al-Azraq, a castle that ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ once used as a headquarters, and then explore the fresco-painted masterpiece of Amra and Kharaneh castles. Finish at Aljoun, a hilltop medieval fortress built to defend against the Crusaders. Your tour includes private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and entrance fees.

Discover holy Jerusalem and Bethlehem on this private day trip from Amman with private, air-conditioned transport. Absorb views of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives and see the Garden of Gethsemane and Church of All Nations, located where Jesus prayed before his arrest. Enjoy a walking tour of old Jerusalem around the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and other age-old religious treasures. Then, travel to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born, and other sites.

Skip the stress of self-driving in unfamiliar conditions and join a private driver for this sightseeing tour of Amman plus the desert castles—direct from your hotel. See Amman Citadel and Amman Roman Theater, and walk and shop the city’s downtown. Then head to the desert for 8th-century Amra Castle (Qasr Amra), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, plus Kharana Castle and Azraq Castle. All entrance fees are at your own expense.

Make the most of your time in Jordan on a Mid-Size Guided Group Tour, 2-day tour from Amman that explores the ancient city of Petra, dramatic desert scenery, Wadi Rum’s Bedouin culture, and Dead Sea beaches. Enjoy a mix of guided and independent time, spending the night inside your own Bedouin tent in the heart of Wadi Rum. Accommodations and transport are included in this Mid-Size Guided Group Tour which is the perfect introduction to a fascinating country.

If you’re planning to visit Petra, this private day-trip from Amman gives you various ways to check it off your list. Choose just private round-trip transport to the ancient city, leaving you to explore independently or hire your own local guide. Or, upgrade to add on a local guided tour, or to an all-in-one package including local guide and entry fees. Whichever you choose, you’ll love the ancient rock buildings and timeless scenery.

Step back to Crusader times on a private round-trip to Karak and Shobak castle from Amman. Travel along roads tracing the ancient Kings Highway route, and visit the 12th-century castles, built by the Crusaders to defend against Saladin’s forces. Explore the ruined halls, parapets, and tunnels, and take in sweeping views from the hilltop towers. Your tour includes private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off, with entrance fees and local guides excluded.

Discover three of Jordan’s famous desert castles on this 4-hour private tour from Amman. With an informative private driver, learn about these fabled castles, built by Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries as you visit each one in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Explore UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, famous for its 8th-century frescoes of hedonistic scenes, before continuing to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter used as a military base by TE Lawrence, known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia,’ during World War I.

Discover ancient civilizations from the Roman Empire and beyond on this private half-day tour to Jerash from Amman. Follow your private guide through the streets of Jerash, widely considered among the best-preserved of all the world’s ancient Roman cities. Admire plazas, temples, theaters and colonnaded avenues once abuzz with life under Roman rule. Discover settlements dating from the Bronze and Iron Age, and gaze back over 2,500 years of human occupation. With your private guide to lead the way, choose your route to see the attractions of most interest.

History buffs will love this door-to-door day tour of northern Jordan, with a private driver to save time (and risk!) spent navigating this sensitive area. Start at the Roman ruins of Umm Qais (ancient Gadara) with sweeping views across Jordan, Syria, and Israel. Visit the majestic 12th-century Ajloun Fort, one of the Islamic castles that inspired European builders. Finish at the Greco-Roman city of Jerash (Gerasa).

Explore the ancient Hellenistic castle of Qasr al Abd, dating back over two thousand years, on this half-day private tour from Amman. Along the way, visit an ancient rock-carved dovecote, Byzantine Al Bassah cave church, ancient cave system at Wadi al Seer, and a women’s cooperative handicraft village. Enjoy personalized attention, flexible timing, and luxury transport for a relaxed, intimate experience.

Discover the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day, private trip from Amman. You'll make the 4-hour journey to Petra in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle, with the option to spend up to four hours exploring, entering the site on a winding path that passes between spectacular cliff walls. The driver can arrange a local guide upon arrival, or you can see Petra on your own before returning to Amman.

This private tour offers a relaxed and personalised way to explore the magnificent ruins of Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities outside Italy. Unlike large group tours, you will travel in comfort with flexible timing and personalised attention, allowing you to experience the site at your own pace. Throughout the visit, you’ll discover not only the grand monuments—such as the Oval Plaza, temples, and Roman theatres—but also the fascinating stories, legends, and everyday life of the people who once lived here. With comfortable luxury transport from Amman, an optional coffee stop, and thoughtful planning, the tour combines historical insight with a relaxed and enjoyable travel experience.

Discover the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day, private trip from Amman. You'll make the 3-hour journey to Petra in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle, with the option to spend up to four hours exploring, entering the site on a winding path that passes between spectacular cliff walls. The driver can arrange a local guide upon arrival, or you can see Petra on your own before returning to Amman.

Visit the ancient city of Pella on a private tour from Amman to explore Greco-Roman ruins, 6,000 years of history, and a fascinating destination that many visitors overlook entirely. Traveling to Pella from Amman with a private car and driver is a hassle-free alternative to finding your own transport that ensures an early start on the day, maximizing your time at the archeological site.