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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.

A float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea is a signature Jordan experience—it’s literally impossible to sink. Avoid Amman’s rush hour with private hotel pickup and travel in style with a private driver and onboard Wi-Fi. Book a transport-only package or upgrade to include lunch and a swim at your choice of a 4-star or 5-star hotel.

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.

If you have time for one side trip from Amman, make it Petra. Carved 2,300 years ago by the Nabataeans, this southern Jordan UNESCO-listed rock city is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. This private tour whisks you there and back in a day by private air-conditioned vehicle and with an itinerary customizable to your wishes. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included, with optional local guiding at Petra at own expense.

If you like to explore independently but prefer not to piece together public transit, this private half-day city tour is perfect for you—your driver will mention places of interest, but you’ll pay your own entry fees and act as your own guide. Discover Amman’s ancient Citadel and Roman Theater; visit the King Abdullah Mosque; savor an included Jordanian breakfast; stroll pretty Rainbow Street; and tour traditional food markets and bazaars.

Organizing your own Petra and Wadi Rum day trip while in Amman can mean spending hard-earned vacation time arranging a driver. This private tour eliminates this hassle while giving you valuable flexibility. Journey to Petra by private vehicle, and opt to tour the rose-red city with a local guide (own expense) or alone. Next, continue to Wadi Rum for an optional 4x4 tour and dinner at this UNESCO-listed desert wilderness.

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.

Step into Jordan's Qur'anic history on a half-day trip to the Cave of the Seven Sleepers and Amman's top Islamic sites. You'll see The Citadel, Grand Husseini Mosque, and King Abdullah Mosque, then leave the city for the village of Al-Raqim, believed to be the site of a story from the Qur'an's Surah Al-Kahf, or Chapter 18. This half-day Islamic sites tour includes all entrance fees, as well as pickup and drop-off at hotels in the Dead Sea or Amman, and it's a great introduction to Amman's Islamic heritage.

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.

Skip the stress of self-driving Jordan’s borderlands and relax with the comfort of your own private driver and onboard Wi-Fi on this transport-only door-to-door trip to the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ. Entry fees are at your own expense and include a tour of the site’s ancient relics with a local guide.

Explore northern Jordan’s historical highlights on this private, full-day Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais tour from Amman. Discover the Greco-Roman ruins at Jerash, seeing its Oval Colonnade, temples, and more; and delve into 12th-century Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin’s forces. Finally, explore the remains of Umm Qais, another Greco-Roman city. Your tour includes private round-trip transportation and Amman hotel pickup and drop-off. Admission fees and local guides at the sites at your own expense.

Visiting Petra alone from the Dead Sea involves hiring a driver on the ground—risking you not getting the day that suits you. Prebook this private full-day tour to save time and secure your ideal date. Then, on the day, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle and on arrival, enjoy the freedom to self-explore, or upgrade for a guide or all-inclusive option.

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.

No one wants to use vacation time in Amman negotiating with local drivers, especially if your time is short. Booking this private Dead Sea trip in advance saves you time and lets you enjoy chauffeured return transport with the flexibility for photo stops on route. Plus, you get ample time to experience the Dead Sea’s waters, mud, and spa treatments as you wish, with entry fees at your own expense.

Wadi Rum is one of the most stunning and geologically unique areas in Jordan, but getting here—and getting around—is a challenge without private transportation. Spend a full day exploring the UNESCO-listed attractions during this full-day private tour, which includes the option to add a 4x4 Jeep safari. Hotel transfers and a Bedouin-style tea or coffee in the desert are included.

Explore Roman ruins and a hilltop fortress on a 10-hour private tour from Amman to Umm Qais, Ajloun Castle, and Jerash that includes round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. Learn about Jordan’s ancient history and culture as you visit the sites, and enjoy the flexibility to customize the day to your interests and schedule.

Get your Jordan vacation off to a great start with a pre-booked one-way transfer from Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport to the Dead Sea. Ideal for first-time travelers and groups of up to seven people, a private transfer is a great way to skip the taxi line and price negotiations. You’ll also enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet service at the airport and onboard WiFi to make your journey as comfortable as possible.

With limited public transport, touring Jordan is tricky independently. Swap cabs or self-drive for this coordinated alternative from Amman: traveling by private vehicle with a personal driver to a set itinerary. Your schedule takes you to Madaba, Kerak, and Petra; and includes a Bedouin-driven 4WD tour of Wadi Rum, a night at the Dead Sea, and transportation around Amman’s sights to finish. Food, local guiding, and accommodation are excluded.

Skip the stress of self-driving unfamiliar roads and relax with a private driver on this door-to-door tour that takes in three of northern Jordan’s most spectacular sights. You’ll visit 12th-century Ajloun Castle, built by the great Arab leader Salah al-Din (Saladin), Umm Qais (Gadara) with its Roman ruins and views across Israel and Syria, and Jerash, a beautifully preserved Roman city. Upgrade to include entrance fees—and a guide in Jerash.

Travel with ease from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa, via private transfer. Ride in a reliable and safe air-conditioned vehicle driven by a professional and friendly driver. The driver will wait for you at the Amman hotel lobby or Queen Alia International Airport with colorful signage. Enjoy WiFi and mineral water as you travel to your destination.

While some tours try to squeeze in as many activities as possible with a packed itinerary, this half-day excursion from Amman lets travelers focus on two of Joradn's most important religious sites. First, explore Byzantine and Umayyad relics in Madaba, including the famous Modaba Mosaic Map. Then, climb the slopes of sacred Mount Neto, believed to be Moses’s final resting place.

Travel back in time to the ancient world on this private transport-only day trip, with onboard Wi-Fi and hotel transfers too. You’ll hit two of northern Jordan’s most important ancient ruins: Jerash, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s beautifully preserved, and Umm Qais, home of ancient Gadara, which offers views across three countries. You’ll also stop at the Jesus Cave (Cave of Issa) where some believe Jesus spent time.

Wherever you plan to travel in Jordan, get the most from your time and avoid having to find last-minute transport by prebooking this private chauffeured car service for up to 4. Whether it’s an airport transfer, day trip to Petra or the Dead Sea, or custom-made multi-day adventure, you’ll travel in air-conditioned comfort with on-board Wi-Fi and a courteous driver to navigate and provide info and suggestions on route.

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.