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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.

Spend Day 1 discovering Amman city and Jerash . On Day 2, meet a driver in Amman for the trip to Madaba, mount Nebo and Baptism site an ancient site that gives a fascinating perspective on Jordan’s long history. Then, overnight stay in Dead sea Spend the morning of Day 3 exploring Petra before heading to the otherworldly desert landscape of Wadi Rum, combining two UNESCO World Heritage sites into a single day. Overnight at a Wadi Rum Bedouin camp. Following a Jeep tour of Wadi Rum on Day 4, continue to the Dead Sea, stopping at the Gulf of Aqaba along the way. You have the afternoon to swim and sunbathe at the Dead Sea, before the day concludes with drop-off at a hotel in Amman.

There’s more to Jordan than desert. Head north into a world of forests and valleys, with a private driver to negotiate Amman’s congested traffic and transfers direct from your door. You’ll visit Jerash (Gerasa), an enormous Roman city, Ajloun Castle, a medieval Muslim fortress, and Umm Qais, home to the Roman ruins of Gadara (and the biblical Gadarene swine). Your package includes Wi-Fi and private transportation; upgrade to add entrance fees.

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.

Explore ancient ruins and top regional attractions in central Jordan with ease on this private half-day tour to Madaba and Mount Nebo from Amman. Visit Saint George’s Church in Madaba, home to beautiful Byzantine mosaics depicting the Holy Land and Jordan, besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park; as well as visit Saint John Church. Enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley to Jericho and Jerusalem from Mount Nebo. Explore the ruins of a Byzantine Franciscan Church that once stood on the hilltop, and gain insight into biblical legend for which this ancient corner of the world is famous.

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.

Discover three of Jordan’s famous desert castles on this 4-hour private tour from Amman. With an informative private driver, learn about these fabled castles, built by Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries as you visit each one in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Explore UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, famous for its 8th-century frescoes of hedonistic scenes, before continuing to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter used as a military base by TE Lawrence, known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia,’ during World War I.

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.

The Dead Sea makes for spectacular photos, yet to really enjoy its buoyant but penetrating waters and slippery mud you need resort facilities. Skip the stress of arranging day hire independently, and enjoy this private door-to-door package. There’s everything required to experience Earth’s lowest point: day access to your choice of hotel with a private beach, swimming pool, showers, changing rooms, a delicious buffet lunch, and even Wi-Fi.

Make the most of your time in Amman during this five-hour private tour of the history-filled capital of Jordan. Explore the 2nd-century Roman Amphitheater, visit the Archaeological Museum and Darat al Funun, a platform for visual arts of the Arab World, and browse the boutiques and galleries along vibrant Rainbow Street. Door-to-door air-conditioned transportation is 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.

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.

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.

Take the stress out of getting from Queen Alia Airport in Amman to the Dead Sea by prebooking a private transfer. Avoid the hassle of public transportation and taxis, and have your English speaking driver meet you at the airport for your transfer. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your ride to the Dead Sea, while taking advantage of free Wi-Fi onboard and bottled water.

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.

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.

Visit a selection of Jordan’s most secluded and stunning locations during this multi-day excursion. Discover the desert of Wadi Rum during a rugged Jeep safari ride, sleep under the stars at a Bedouin-style campsite, soak in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea, and visit 12th-century Ajloun Castle and the ancient rock-cut city of Petra.

Visit two of Jordan’s must-visit sites—the Wadi Rum and Petra—in one day on a private tour from Aqaba. Experience the red-and-pink cliffs and canyons of the Wadi Rum desert valley on a 4x4 tour. Then, take a guided tour of Petra’s highlights, including the Treasury, amphitheater, and royal tombs. Includes private round-trip transport, tours of and admission to both sites (if option selected), and a horseback ride in Petra.

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.

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.

Skip the self-drive stress and savor the views with a private driver on this 2-day tour that covers Jordan’s three star attractions: rose-red Petra, the Dead Sea, and the scarlet Wadi Rum. Opt for a transport-only package or upgrade to include a night in a Bedouin camp with dinner, breakfast, and a 4WD tour, plus entrance to a Dead Sea resort: Wadi Rum and Petra tickets are at your expense.

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.

Check through Jordan’s historical and natural treasures with ease and flexibility on a 5-night private tour that starts and ends in Amman, but lets you book your hotels in the capital, Petra and Dead Sea region. Skip the hassle of self-drive touring and enjoy private, chauffeured transportation throughout, plus guides in Jerash, Amman and Petra; a 4x4 tour at Wadi Rum and time to swim in the Dead Sea. Entry fees, accommodation and meals are at your own expense.

Make full use of a day in Amman to visit top Jordan highlights on this private trip. See the Mosaic Map and another church mosaic at Madaba, and visit Mt. Nebo. Plus, hike along the Al-Mujib Siq river trail (summer only), and soak in the Dead Sea. Your trip includes round-trip private transportation, with entrance fees and local guides at each site at your own expense.