Top Amman Cultural Tours - page 2

If you like to explore independently but hate self-driving overseas, this private tour to two of northern Jordan’s top sights is perfect. Your private driver will pick you up from your Amman hotel, escort you to Jerash and wait while you admire the Oval Plaza, Cardo, and more. Then, continue to 12th-century Ajloun Castle for a dose of medieval splendor. Please note: all entrance fees are at your own expense.

Visit Petra, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, on a day tour from Amman. Ride horses to the Siq (canyon entrance to the city), then continue on foot through narrow passageways carved into enormous pink sandstone cliffs. See the Al Khazneh—also known as “The Treasury”—the ornate temple made famous in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and other archeological sites along the way.

Discover the most wonderful Christians sites in Jordan with a lot of details about each. Admire the 6th-century Holy Land mosaic map at St. George’s Church in Madaba, and visit Mount Nebo, where it’s held that Moses gazed out at the Promised Land. See where Jesus was believed to have been baptized along the Jordan River. Then, relaxing and visiting Ma'in Hot Springs where you will spend time enjoying the benefits of the hot water and its richness of metals.

History buffs and lovers of Byzantine art won’t want to miss out on this full-day tour. Let your private driver take the strain as you explore the well-preserved Roman city of Jerash, see the Byzantine mosaics at Madaba, and climb Mount Nebo, where some believe Moses died and a monastery holds yet more precious mosaics. Local guides will accompany you at Jerash, the Church of St. George, and Mount Nebo.

Pair two sacred sites with a classic Dead Sea photo opportunity, plus lunch with a view, on this private door-to-door day tour to Madaba and the Mosaic Map, Mt. Nebo, where some believe Moses first sighted the Holy Land, and of course the Dead Sea. Book a transport-only package or upgrade to include lunch, entrance fees, and Dead Sea resort access.

Discover the ancient jewels in Jordan’s crown on this private Mount Nebo, Madaba and Dead Sea day trip from Amman. Explore Amman with your guide and discover top attractions such as the Citadel and the Roman theater. Visit St George’s Church in Madaba and learn of the city’s rich history. Enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley from the top of Mount Nebo, and admire ancient relics and mosaics in a Franciscan monastery. Then, soak up the sunshine and enjoy free time to swim in the Dead Sea’s salty waters.

Jordan is blessed with some of Middle East’s best-preserved classical sites, and this 10-hour private trip from Amman covers three in one day. Tour the Greco-Roman ruins at Umm Qais; visit Pella, where ancient relics intermingle with Roman monuments; and explore Jerash, one of the world’s most impressive Roman archaeological sites. Your trip includes private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, and local guides to show you Umm Qais and Jerash.

Rewind to ancient and medieval Jordan on this private Jerash and Ajloun Castle day trip from Amman. After a journey north, stop to visit Jerash, one of the world’s best-preserved Roman cities. Admire the colonnaded Oval Plaza, temples, plazas, and monuments; and then continue to Ajloun Castle to explore the fortress, built in 1184 by Saladin’s forces. Air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with optional local guiding at the sites at own expense.

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.

Explore ancient ruins and top regional attractions in central Jordan with ease on this private half-day tour to Madaba and Mount Nebo from Amman. Visit Saint George’s Church in Madaba, home to beautiful Byzantine mosaics depicting the Holy Land and Jordan, besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park; as well as visit Saint John Church. Enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley to Jericho and Jerusalem from Mount Nebo. Explore the ruins of a Byzantine Franciscan Church that once stood on the hilltop, and gain insight into biblical legend for which this ancient corner of the world is famous.

Enjoy a stress-free start to your time in Jordan with this private transfer service from Amman International Airport to your hotel in Petra. Simply meet your friendly and professional driver when your flight lands at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, receive assistance with your luggage, relax into your air-conditioned private vehicle and enjoy a comfortable journey to your Petra hotel. These private vehicles can carry up to four passengers.

Take the stress out of getting from Queen Alia Airport in Amman to the Dead Sea by prebooking a private transfer. Avoid the hassle of public transportation and taxis, and have your English speaking driver meet you at the airport for your transfer. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your ride to the Dead Sea, while taking advantage of free Wi-Fi onboard and bottled water.

Explore Jordan’s biblical and early medieval history on this private 8-hour trip from Amman to Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and Mukawir. Admire the 6th-century Mosaic Map at Madaba, and visit Mt. Nebo, where Moses is said to have died. Plus, explore Mukawir, Herod the Great’s hilltop fortress where it’s thought John the Baptist was beheaded. Hotel pickup and drop-off, private transportation, admission fees, and guided Mt. Nebo and Madaba tours are included.

Amman is surrounded by centuries-old, Umayyad-built historical sights, but getting to Jordan’s “Desert Castles” isn’t easy by public transportation. Visit Kharana Palace, Amra Palace, and Al-Azraq Castle—along with top attractions within Amman, including the Roman amphitheater—during this private, full-day tour. Hotel transfers are included; upgrade to include admission tickets.

Rewind to the time of ancient Rome on a private day trip to Jerash and Umm Qais from Amman. After heading north from Amman in a private, air-conditioned minivan, enjoy a guided tour of the ruins of Jerash. Gaze in awe at the well-preserved remains, including Hadrian’s Arch, the Oval Plaza and Hippodrome as you hear tales of the city’s golden age. Continue to the Greco-Roman site at Umm Qais to see its basilica terrace, theaters and other relics, and visit the town archaeological museum before returning to Amman.

Jordan’s public transit system isn’t set up for tourists. Enjoy the comfort of your own private vehicle—with Wi-Fi to pass the time during the drives—on this essential Jordan highlights tour. You’ll visit Madaba, home of the Mosaic Map, Mt. Nebo, a long-time pilgrimage site, the Dead Sea, Earth’s lowest point, and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Petra and Wadi Rum.

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).

The ideal introduction to Jordan, this multi-day private tour gives an attraction-packed overview of both natural and historical sights. Travel between locations in your own air-conditioned vehicle, with airport and hotel transfers included. Highlights include a Jeep tour and camping excursion in Wadi Rum, a soak in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, and a visit to the ancient canyon-carved city of Petra.

Visit Jordan's most important historic site, the incredible UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Petra, in just one day with this tour from Amman. Your private driver will pick you and your party up from Amman and transport you to Petra, where you'll visit the site along with a professional tour guide. Here you'll get the chance to ride a horse through canyons to the iconic Treasury building followed by a journey through the ruins and up to the equally gorgeous monastery before heading back to Amman in the evening.

As you venture into Petra, starting from the town of Wadi Musa, you'll follow the trail leading into the legendary Siq—a breathtaking canyon that offers your first glimpse of the iconic Treasury. This awe-inspiring monument is just the beginning. Continue your journey beyond the Treasury to explore the Royal Tombs and captivating Roman ruins, each steeped in history and intrigue. For those with extra time and a sense of adventure, the hike to the Monastery is a must. This majestic monument, rivaling the splendor of the Treasury, offers a rewarding experience for those willing to make the trek. Along the way, Petra offers plenty of side trips, hidden gems, and opportunities for exploration. And if you're looking for a unique experience, camel and donkey rides are available to enhance your adventure through this world wonder.

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.

Experience a relaxing arrival into Jordan with the knowledge that your personal driver is waiting to transport you straight to your accommodation in Amman. A great way to take some of the stress out of a travel day (and skip the long taxi queue), this pre-booked private arrival transfer from Queen Alia International Airport is suitable for groups of up to seven passengers.

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.

Without renting a car, seeing Jordan’s sites of Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais in a day from Amman is near-impossible. Aimed at travelers who are short on time, this private tour whisks you with ease to the three antiquities, in the comfort of a private climate-controlled vehicle with a chauffeur. At each, choose to tour the classical or medieval ruins alone or with a local guide (own expense).