Top Jordan Archaeology Tours

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.

Our jeep tours allow you to visit the most sites in the least amount of time as well as reach some of the far-away attractions inside Wadi Rum Protected Area. Even on our short tours, you get a good taste of our magnificent desert with its rocks, dunes, canyons, and big mountains. If you want to see the sunset, we can start the tour in the afternoon. You will be told historic meanings at some of the sites, and are highly welcome to ask questions about Bedouin life and culture. All short tours include stops at Lawrence's house, the big red sand dune, Khazali Canyon and Little Rock Arch. Depending on the option you choose, further activities like sandboarding, hikes, or camel rides might be included. Light lunch can be added after arrival for 5JD per person, and cooked lunch of chicken and rice for 10JD per person.

Take in Southern Jordan's top sights in just two days during this tour, an ideal option for travelers with limited time. Travel by climate-controlled vehicle from Amman to visit Petra’s rock-cut architecture. The next day, go off-road in Wadi Rum and soak up the mineral-rich mud of the Dead Sea before sleeping under the stars. Choose from transport-only, private or small-group tours in a classic or deluxe tent, or a mid-size guided group tour.

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.

Tick off the highlights of Jordan during this private, multi-day tour. Explore the canyons and dunes of Wadi Rum by Jeep, spend a night under the stars in a Bedouin-style campsite, soak in the mineral-rich muds of the Dead Sea, and visit the rock-hewed ancient city of Petra, plus other sights. Round-trip transfers from Amman are included.

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.

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.

Discover the ancient jewel in Jordan’s crown on this private day trip to Petra from Aqaba. Visit the UNESCO–listed city of Petra and explore deep canyons beneath soaring sandstone cliffs. Marvel at the intricately carved face of the Treasury (Al-Khazneh) as your guide shares details of its construction. Learn of the 6th-century Nabataean people who lived in the valleys, and admire top attractions such as the ancient theater and the royal tombs. Enjoy free time to explore Petra at your leisure before boarding your minivan back to Aqaba.

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.

It’s at least a 6-hour round-trip from Amman to Petra, Jordan’s signature sight. Enjoy the comfort and flexibility of a private guide and vehicle with none of the delays entailed by multiple pickups on this door-to-door tour. Stroll the majestic Siq to the Treasury, admire the Royal Tombs and the Roman Theater, and discover Qasr al Bint. Your tour includes tea, coffee, water, entrance fees, and in-vehicle Wi-Fi.

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.

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.

Explore Petra with someone who knows it well on this private tour, led by a Bedouin guide who hails from the ancient city. You'll learn about Petra’s long history as you explore ancient archaeological sites on foot, with a stop along the way to dine on an included lunch served in the home of a local family.

Wadi Musa, the jump-off point for Petra, is about a 2.5-hour drive from Amman airport—or more than twice as long by bus. Skip the stress and reach your hotel in good time after your flight when you prebook this private 1-way transfer, priced per vehicle, not per person. All vehicles are a maximum of four years old and feature onboard Wi-Fi so you can stay connected as you travel.

Experience the ancient rock-cut city of Petra without the usual crowds during this special full-day private tour. Enter the famed Nabatean site—exceptionally hard to navigate alone—via the back entrance with your own personal guide. Enjoy stunning views overlooking the surrounding mountains as you climb up the Monastery building. Tours end in reverse order at the regular entrance, so you won’t miss anything.

See some of the most popular sites in Jordan on this 3-day private tour from Amman. Highlights include Mt. Nebo, Dana Nature Reserve, Shobak Castle, Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Includes overnight accommodation in Petra and Wadi Rum, and enjoy a Bedouin dinner in Wadi Rum.

Experience the wonders of Petra undistracted by transport worries on this private day trip from Amman. Avoid dealing with cabs or hire-car companies; and reach the 2,300-year-old rock city by private, chauffeur-driven vehicle instead. Then, enjoy a tour of the highlights accompanied by a local guide—hired at the gate—to ensure you learn their history and spot detail you might otherwise miss. Admission and guiding are at your expense.

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.

Combine history and nature on this full-day private tour to the Black Desert from Amman. Admire several of Jordan’s historic desert castles, built during the Umayyad period in the 7th and 8th centuries, including Kharana, Amra, Uweinid, the UNESCO-listed Al-Azraq, and more. Includes stops at the Shaumari Nature Reserve and Azraq Wetland Reserve with hotel pickup and private transportation before returning to Amman.

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.

You don’t need to spend the night in Wadi Musa to appreciate Petra’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed splendors. Explore independently without the self-drive stress when you book this private round-trip transfer service, direct from your Amman hotel. There’s onboard Wi-Fi so you don’t miss a thing while you travel plus bottled water to keep you hydrated.

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.

Start the tour visiting the desert of Wadi Rum, called the valley of moon where the movie Lawrence of Arabia. You will have the chance to visit & overnight in its soaring cliffs with its magnificent red colored sandstones. Then travel to the Nabatean Red Rose City of Petra, Roll down to the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea, the world’s first natural spa. Your tour includes round-trip private transport in leisure vehicle with English-Speaking Driver, four nights of accommodation in your choice of 3, 4, & 5-star hotels; and meals as per program.