Top Jordan Day Trips - page 3

If you like to explore independently but prefer not to self-drive in unfamiliar conditions, this private door-to-door trip is perfect for you. See Madaba, known for its Byzantine mosaics, including a 6th-century map, and Mt. Nebo, where some believe Moses first sighted the Holy Land. Then savor an included buffet lunch at a Dead Sea hotel with time for a float. Please note: entrance tickets are at your own expense.

Take a trip to one of the New 7 Wonders of the World when you embark on a round-trip tour from the Dead Sea to Petra. With a private guide, head to the “Red Rose City” and tour the archaeological site that features tombs and temples carved right into the cliffs. Walk through the canyon to see the Treasury, the royal tombs, and the Pharoah’s Castle with a tour guide.

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.

Explore the natural wonders of Wadi Rum during this small-group, full-day Jeep safari. Listen to stories from your local Bedouin guide over a range of get-down stops like Lawrence Spring, Red Sand Dune, and Mushroom Rock. Enjoy a fire-cooked Bedouin-style lunch and watch the sunset from a panoramic viewpoint. For the ultimate Wadi Rum immersion, extend your tour to include an overnight stay in a tent or cave.

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.

See the sights and get a flavor of Amman on this private, 3-hour panoramic city tour. Choose a morning or evening tour, and view the highlights of old and modern Amman by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Citadel viewpoint to witness old Amman spread below, stroll around bustling gold and spice markets, including Al Bukaria; and pass top attractions such as King Abdullah Mosque, Rainbow Street and the arty Jabal Al-Webdeih quarter. Finish with a delicious lunch or dinner of tasty Arabic ‘mezze’ small dishes.

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.

With tombs and temples carved into high sandstone cliffs, Petra is Jordan’s most iconic destination, and the entire ancient complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Petra on a full-day trip from Amman that includes round trip transport from your hotel at Amman.

Explore Jordan’s Roman past and present-day capital on this 6-hour private trip to Jerash, with a panoramic tour of Amman. Start at classical Jerash, a crumbled Greco-Roman city dubbed the ‘Pompeii of the East.’ With a local guide, view the well-preserved monuments, including the Oval Plaza, Hippodrome, colonnades and paved streets as you hear about this ancient Decapolis city. Then, take a panoramic tour of Amman’s top attractions including the Citadel viewpoint, the downtown souks, and views of the city's mosques, churches and historical Jabal Al-Webdeih quarter.

Embark on a private tour from Amman to the Dead Sea and Moab Desert, the lowest point on earth. Relax at a 4-star hotel with private beach access, swimming pools, and the option for Dead Sea mud treatments. Upgrade to a 5-star hotel for more luxurious amenities. Enjoy stunning desert views and rejuvenate in the world’s first natural spa. Optional lunch available at a local restaurant.

Combine southern Jordan’s greatest natural wonder with a dose of adventure on this private 8-hour trip to Wadi Rum from the Dead Sea. Ride a 4x4 with a Bedouin driver around the UNESCO-listed desert valley, seeing rock formations, canyons, dunes, ancient inscriptions, and more. Upgrade to add a 30-minute camel ride to explore in time-honored Bedouin style. Entrance fees, 4x4 tour, and private round-trip transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba in Jordan on this 4-day tour from Amman, with a private guide. Leave Amman for a guided visit of UNESCO-listed Petra, and then continue to the Wadi Rum desert valley. Stay overnight at a tented camp complete with a delicious campfire dinner, and enjoy a morning 4x4 ride around the spectacular canyons and dunes. Lastly, lounge on the beaches of Aqaba. Two nights of 3-, 4-, or 5-star accommodation, one night at the Wadi Rum desert camp, and daily breakfasts and dinners are included.

Leave negotiating Amman’s congested streets to your private driver then relax and enjoy the views of hills, valleys, and forests on this speedy half-day tour to Jerash, Jordan’s largest and best-preserved Roman city. Entrance fees are not included as for most travelers it will make sense to buy the Jordan Pass in advance. Upgrade to add a local lunch or a visit to medieval Ajloun Castle.

There’s no better way to travel between Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and your city hotel than a prebooked private transfer. It saves time compared to the shared shuttle and you don’t have to worry about carrying dinar cash. All drivers on this VIP service have more than a decade’s experience while vehicles are modern and comfortable. Opt for pickup or drop-off to suit your needs.

Jordan is better known for its desert scenery than lush landscapes. Visit two nature reserves that most travelers miss during this private full-day excursion to Shaumari Wildlife Reserve and Azraq Wetland Reserve. First, see endangered species like Arabian oryx and Somali ostriches. Then, follow the migration route of a variety of birds over glittering pools and streams. Hotel transfers, a naturalist guide, and admission tickets are included.

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.

Spend a day exploring the wonders of the Wadi Rum Protected Area on this private jeep tour with an English speaking Bedouin guide. Stops include Lawrence Spring, Jebel Khazali, Little Bridge, Lawrence House, Mushroom Rock, and more, with the opportunity to hike around different sites. Upgrade to include a Bedouin lunch in a natural cave, dinner, or a camel ride.

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.

Discover Jordan’s rich history on this half-day tour to the Umayyad Desert. Visit these desert ‘castles’ that were once used as caravan stations, trade centers, outposts, and resort pavilions. Admire the beautiful Islamic art, mosaics, frescoes, and carvings that can be found inside and were inspired by Persian and Greco-Roman traditions. Spend about 45 minutes at each destination before heading back to Amman.

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.

Savor the Jordanian love of food on this 4-hour private cooking class in Amman, including lunch or dinner. Head to a cooking school in the charming Amman neighborhood, and learn to make traditional Arabic dishes with local cooks. Prepare your recipes on a terrace overlooking old Amman and enjoy soft Arabic background music. Lastly, enjoy your creations for lunch or dinner, depending on your chosen class time; and choose to sip on a glass of wine with your food before finishing with a coffee.

Explore the desert of Wadi Rum in style and comfort with this all-inclusive jeep tour. You'll get the chance to climb up and dunes, go off-roading in the sand, and learn about Bedouin cultural and culinary traditions. An overnight stay in a Bedouin camp is also included, as are all meals.

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.