Day Trips from Amman to Jerash (Gerasa)

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.

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.

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.

The sprawling remains of Jerash (Roman Gerasa) are one of northern Jordan’s most compelling sights. Experience them without worrying about Amman congestion or winding hillside roads on this door-to-door modular tour, with options of adding lunch and visiting either Ajloun Castle or both Ajloun and Umm Qais (Roman Gadara). Your trip excludes entrance fees as for most travelers it will make sense to prepurchase a Jordan Pass.

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.

Step back through history on this private 9-hour trip to the archaeological treasures of Jerash and Ajlun from Amman. After traveling north by air-conditioned vehicle, enjoy a guided tour of Jerash, the ruins of a once-great Roman Decapolis city. See the incredible relics, including the Oval Plaza, gateways and streets, as your guide recounts their history. Continue to Ajlun to explore 12th-century Ajlun fortress, built to defend against the Crusaders; and finish with a panoramic Amman tour to enjoy the views from the Citadel, and see mosques, souks and more.

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.

Witness the classical antiquities of Amman and Jerash on this 5-hour private tour. Traveling between the sites by air-conditioned minivan, take guided tours of the sun-burnished ancient ruins of Amman Citadel and see the city’s stellar Roman amphitheater, a 6,000-seater stadium from the 2nd century. Then, drive to the spectacular ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East’s best-preserved Roman cities. Stroll around the semi-crumbled temples, fountains, column-ringed Oval Plaza and other relics as your guide tells fascinating stories of the city, once a prosperous outpost of the Roman Empire.

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.

Northern Jordan’s winding roads can feel intimidating. Skip the stress and soak up its Roman-era wonders when you book this transport-only door-to-door private tour to the beautifully preserved Roman city of Jerash (Gerasa). You can upgrade to visit 12th-century Ajloun Castle and also add in Umm Qais, home to the ruins of Roman Gadara. All vehicles feature onboard Wi-Fi so you can stay connected as you travel.

This private tour will allow you to explore Jordan’s most historically significant attractions in the comfort of the air-conditioned luxury car and minivan that we provide for you, you’ll get to see Amman, learn more about its history and culture, and explore its most significant attractions like the Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre. Jerash, one of the world's largest preserve sites of Roman architecture. And finally, Ajloun Castle, learning more about its history, standing on the high view of the Jordan Valley will leave you speechless. The duration of the exploring trip can be arranged beforehand through the visitor’s center. Welcome to Jordan!

Jordan is known for its ancient and medieval history, but since locations are spread out, checking off the country’s highlights usually means tracking down taxis or renting a car. Ideal for anyone who prefers to leave the driving to someone else, this full-day tour takes in Amman’s citadel and Roman theater, the Greco-Roman ruins of Jerash, and the Crusader-era hilltop fortress, Aljoun Castle—all by luxurious, air-conditioned chauffeured vehicle.

Visiting Jerash and the Dead Sea from Amman in one day is tricky without a car. On this private full-day tour, travel to both in an air-conditioned WiFi-equipped vehicle with a driver. Depart from your Amman hotel and make your way to Jerash. In the company of a guide, explore the Roman ruins. Continue to the Dead Sea and enjoy a break for lunch before spending free time on the beach.

Embark on a captivating journey through the rich history of Jordan with our exclusive tour featuring Jerash, Ajloun, and Um Qais. Begin in Jerash, where you will explore one of the most well-preserved Roman cities in the world. Walk along the ancient colonnaded streets, marvel at the grand Temple of Artemis, and experience the impressive amphitheater that still echoes to this day. Next, ascend to Ajloun, home to the remarkable Ajloun Castle. This 12th-century fortress offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and insights into its historical significance during the Crusades. Explore the well-preserved architecture and imagine the stories held within its walls. Finally, visit Um Qais, the ancient city of Gadara, where breathtaking views of the Golan Heights and the Sea of Galilee await. Wander through the ancient ruins, including a Roman theater and Byzantine churches, and immerse yourself in the beauty of history and nature. Book your extraordinary adventure today!

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.