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Discover holy Jerusalem and Bethlehem on this private day trip from Amman with private, air-conditioned transport. Absorb views of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives and see the Garden of Gethsemane and Church of All Nations, located where Jesus prayed before his arrest. Enjoy a walking tour of old Jerusalem around the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and other age-old religious treasures. Then, travel to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born, and other sites.

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.

If you want to see the highlights of the Wadi Rum but don’t have much time, this half-day guided tour by Jeep is ideal. You’ll meet your local Bedouin guide at the Wadi Rum Village and from there will set out into the sea of red sand. Try sand boarding or ride a beautiful camel across the desert. You’ll visit well-known sights and those that you wouldn’t otherwise know about.

Take a break from the southern desert and discover forested, mountainous northern Jordan on this private full-day tour with onboard Wi-Fi. Visit Jerash, one of the best preserved Greco-Roman cities in the Middle East, and see the ruins of 12th-century Ajloun Castle. Your driver picks you up from your hotel, avoiding Amman’s traffic.

Make the most of your time in Jordan and visit Petra and the Dead Sea in one day with this private, hassle-free tour. You have transport the entire way, so no need to organize that separately. Explore Petra on your own, then head to the Dead Sea to enjoy a lunch buffet and take a full mud bath at a Dead Sea resort hotel for the full experience.

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.

Combine one of the New7Wonders of the World with the Middle East's top attractions on a private 5-day tour of Jordan from Amman. Designed for travelers seeking a personalized experience, this tour covers the historic center of Amman, the ancient city of Jerash, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, the Dead Sea, and the otherworldly desert landscapes of Wadi Rum. Four nights accommodation, meals, and entrance fees as per the itinerary, and airport transfers are included.

Experience one of Jordan’s greatest ancient treasures on this private day trip to Petra from Amman. Travel to Petra with a private driver and enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of UNESCO-listed Petra. Walk or ride a horse along the Siq entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, Royal Tombs and more. During your explorations, learn about Petra’s history from your local guide and see the lesser-known Little Petra.

Skip the self-drive hassles and the stress of finding parking and discover downtown Amman plus two essential Biblical sights on this private tour with hotel transfers. See Amman Citadel, Amman Roman Amphitheater, and the King Abdullah Mosque, plus markets. Then discover ancient Madaba, known for its 6th-century Mosaic Map, and stand atop Mt. Nebo, where some believe Moses first sighted the Promised Land. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

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.

Visiting Petra in a day from Amman is tricky without a car. Use this full-day chauffeur service to travel with ease between the two. Meet your driver at your Amman hotel and depart in a WiFi-equipped vehicle. Enjoy time to independently explore the ancient city of Petra before returning with your driver to Amman.

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.

Explore the historic Baptism Site of Jesus Christ (Al-Maghtas) and the therapeutic wonders of the Dead Sea on this day tour. Discover the archaeological significance of the Baptism Site, then relax in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, renowned for their healing properties.

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.

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.

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Petra sits around 140 miles (230 kilometers) from Amman. So visiting on a day trip means around six hours driving, even more on group tours with pickup from multiple hotels. This comfortable private day tour gets you there fast, direct from your door, with Wi-Fi onboard and a local guide on arrival: entrance fees and meals are at your own expense.

Spend a day exploring Roman ruins and an Islamic castle, followed by a soak in the Dead Sea, with this tour from Amman. You'll start with Jerash, a decapolis full of beautifully preserved streets and temples. From here you'll head over to Ajloun Castle and learn about its history. Then it's off to the Dead Sea, where you'll get a chance to float in its therapeutic waters before your return to Amman.

Visit UNESCO-listed Jerash without having to plan independent transport on this half-day trip from Amman. Skip arranging a bus or your own car to the archaeological site, and relax as you’re whisked there by air-conditioned vehicle. Choose to explore the Roman-era streets and pillar-lined Oval Plaza by yourself or hire a local guide (own expense) to delve into their history. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off for convenience.

Visit Madaba and the Dead Sea on a full-day trip from Amman that combines two of Jordan’s highlights for a spectacular day of exploring. Door-to-door shared transport from Amman is a cost-effective, hassle-free alternative to hiring an expensive private driver or using Jordan’s limited public transit, and you’ll get straight to checking out Madaba murals, soaking up the desert sun, and floating in the Dead Sea’s super-salty water.

Discover the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day, private trip from Amman. You'll make the 3-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.

Cover the highlights of Wadi Rum—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—during this full-day private tour. Join an English-speaking guide and driver as you visit iconic desert attractions like the Red Sand Dune, Mushroom Rock, and Aby Khashaba Canyon. Get-down stops to explore and take photos are included, plus a tasty lunch and hotel transfers from Aqaba.

Let your guide take you on a desert adventure to explore the magnificent landscapes of the Wadi Rum. Known for its dramatic scenery, you’ll have access to numerous private sites on a personal 4x4. Your guide shows you the best spots for photographs and ensures you’re fed and watered throughout the day. Canyon walks, ancient sites, red sand dunes and sunset spots - this full day tour has it all.

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.

Get a comprehensive tour of the entire country of Jordan in this 5-night whirlwind excursion. After pickup from the airport, meet your guide and group and begin traveling, stopping at important sites such as Wadi Rum, Petra, the Dead Sea, Mt. Nebo, Amman, and others. Planning such an ambitious trip on your own is daunting, but with all transportation, planning, it's a stress-free experience.