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Explore ancient Roman ruins on a half-day, private tour from Amman to Jerash, and travel to the site in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle. Pre-booking transport saves you the hassle of searching for taxis, and you’ll have the freedom to discover Jerash on your own terms by hiring a guide upon arrival or making it an independent day.

No one wants to use vacation time in Amman negotiating with local drivers, especially if your time is short. Booking this private Dead Sea trip in advance saves you time and lets you enjoy chauffeured return transport with the flexibility for photo stops on route. Plus, you get ample time to experience the Dead Sea’s waters, mud, and spa treatments as you wish, with entry fees at your own expense.

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.

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.

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.

Experience several of Jordan’s highlights on this private day tour from Amman. Visit St. George’s Church in Madaba, admire views of the Jordan Valley from atop Mt. Nebo, and experience other cultural attractions. Then, enjoy a float in the salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea. A buffet lunch at the Dead Sea Spa Resort, site entrance fees, and private round-trip transport from Amman with an English-speaking driver are included.

Step into Jordan's Qur'anic history on a half-day trip to the Cave of the Seven Sleepers and Amman's top Islamic sites. You'll see The Citadel, Grand Husseini Mosque, and King Abdullah Mosque, then leave the city for the village of Al-Raqim, believed to be the site of a story from the Qur'an's Surah Al-Kahf, or Chapter 18. This half-day Islamic sites tour includes all entrance fees, as well as pickup and drop-off at hotels in the Dead Sea or Amman, and it's a great introduction to Amman's Islamic heritage.

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.

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.

Immerse yourself in Wadi Rum’s stunning scenery during this private, personalized overnight excursion. Potential activities are adapted to your interests and include Jeep safaris, camel or horse rides through the desert, hiking or climbing trails, and even traditional hunting trips. Meals are included; travelers can choose between tent accommodation or sleeping under the stars.

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.

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.

Discover the highlights of Jordan’s capital and relax at the Dead Sea on this private 7-hour tour from Amman. See the antiquities at Amman Citadel and Archaeological Museum, visit the 2nd-century Roman Theater, and explore the Jabal Amman quarter and a traditional market. Afterward, head for the Dead Sea to float in its extraordinary, salt-rich waters. Private round-trip transport and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with admission fees at own expense.

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.

Visit Petra, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, on a day tour from Amman. Ride horses to the Siq (canyon entrance to the city), then continue on foot through narrow passageways carved into enormous pink sandstone cliffs. See the Al Khazneh—also known as “The Treasury”—the ornate temple made famous in the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and other archeological sites along the way.

Skip the stress of self-driving in unfamiliar conditions and join a private driver for this sightseeing tour of Amman plus the desert castles—direct from your hotel. See Amman Citadel and Amman Roman Theater, and walk and shop the city’s downtown. Then head to the desert for 8th-century Amra Castle (Qasr Amra), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, plus Kharana Castle and Azraq Castle. All entrance fees are at your own expense.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Visit several of Jordan’s most unmissable attractions during this private, three-for-one overnight tour. Explore the rock-cut city of Petra (admission ticket not included), ride across the dunes of Wadi Rum by off-road vehicle (hot-air balloon ride available at an extra cost), and soak in mineral-rich Dead Sea waters at a five-star resort. Meals, transfers from Amman, and accommodation are included.

Driving in a strange country can be stressful. Devote your time to the sights without worrying about the road during this private tour that takes in three essential Jordan Christian sites—plus hot springs and a shopping stop. See the 6th-century Mosaic Map and Mt. Nebo, where Moses is believed to be buried, and join a local guide to discover what some believe to be the baptism site of Jesus.

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. Air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with optional local guiding at the sites at own expense.