Top Amman Day Trips

Such a fun and easy way to visit Amman. We were picked up on time for our hotel and taken to see the mosque, which we chose to pay for to enter. It was super interesting to see that a Christian church stood across from the mosque, representing the Jordanian culture embracing differences. The mosque was beautiful and historic. Then, we did outside views of the citadel and the roman stadium, which were beautiful at night with the sun setting and the lovely hills. We couldn't visit the rainbow stairs. It was Christmas, a holiday that everyone takes and we were told that streets were closed, though we did drive through the old town which I would have loved to spend a bit more time in. The wine tasting was worth the extras!! We bought 4 bottles of wine. And, we loved the restaurant. The food was the highlight. There was so much food and we wanted to eat more but couldn't! It was a real authentic restaurant and not just a tourist place. Highly recommend!!!

We had a wonderful and relaxing time visiting the sites with our tour operator, Ahmad. Ahmad picked us up at our hotel and took us to the key sites, took some great pictures of us, and was patient and informative. Tour lasted about approx 4 hours, however it seemed it could be shorter or longer, just depends on how long you spend at each site. Highly recommend if visiting Amman for first time as we were.

At the beginning of the trip, our driver offered to take us to the Baptismal Site of Jesus Christ and Mount Nebo for 30 JOD extra for the two of us. We agreed to this as we’d not had an opportunity to visit these sites beforehand. The Baptismal Site of Jesus Christ cost 12 JOD per person for entry, and this included a group tour guide, and it lasted for around 2 hours. We later went to the Crown Plaza to go into the dead sea and then have a buffet lunch. Later on, we went to Mount Nepo, which costed 3 JOD per person, but this is cash only (card not accepted). The whole day took around 8-9 hours from Amman and back, including these two additional site stops. Our driver, Omar, was great and gave us waters throughout the journeys. He also showed us the facilities at the dead sea resort, and stopped at a few points to take photos for us. This day trip was definitely worth it. The dead sea was a lot warmer than expected, and the climate is a lot warmer than in Amman. We did this trip in late December, and it was definitely warm enough to go into the sea. We were taken to the Holiday Inn resort at first, but due to an event, the beach was closed, so we were taken to another hotel with the same rating, which was also nice, called the Crown Plaza resort. The buffet food was very good, and the hotel surroundings were also nice.

Muhammed was my tour guide and driver for the 3 days. He was great and super punctual in picking me up, meeting times, etc. He was also very gracious and helped pay for a lot of tours and entrance fees because most places only took cash and I did not have enough with me (I paid him back after we got back to Amman!) He also took a lot of photos and sent them to me, which was very nice of him to do. There was a lot to do in three days, and I was exhausted, but overall, it was a great experience. Aside from him, for the tour itself, I do think the price of this tour was extremely high for it to not include anything except two overnight accommodations (I selected this option) and a driver. Given that we stopped at all of these other places with additional local guides and activities, I feel like it’d be so much less of a hassle if it was included in the price and just booked all ahead of time especially because all of this requires cash and perhaps not a lot of visitors carry that much cash with them. At the least, let us know how much each of these stops will be so we can prepare accordingly if we did want to do the extra things. Also, we’ll likely be eating with the guide anyway, so why not include food in the price as well? I just feel like this can be a little bit better organized logistically and transparently ahead of time. This was still a great experience, but I may hesitate to rebook, unless the above is addressed or communicated in detail with me next time.

This was a great experience/ introduction to Jordan food. Our guide Mohammed Al-Quadi picked us up right on time. We visited all the sites in the itinerary and had a special guide at the Citadel. We Danielle so much food, we were very full! But it was a really good mix of walking and food tasting. Highly recommend this tour.

We had an excellent experience with our private driver, Faisal Abu Rashed. He was incredibly knowledgeable, courteous, and made our entire trip feel smooth and safe. Faisal went above and beyond—he helped us purchase genuine Jordanian stones (Aventurine) at a very fair price, brought us fresh pomegranate juice, and introduced us to fantastic local eateries we would have never found on our own. He also made us aware of local scammers/ticket procedures and shared insightful information about every tourist site we visited. His professionalism and warm personality truly enhanced our time in Jordan. Highly recommend Faisal to anyone looking for a trustworthy and exceptional driver!

I booked this round-trip transfer from Amman to Petra, and it ended up being the perfect way to visit Petra without any stress. This experience is focused on transportation, not guiding once you arrive, and they do that part extremely well. If you want a comfortable, reliable, and simple way to get to and from Petra in one day, this is a great choice. Communication before pickup was very smooth. Everything was done through WhatsApp, which made the process easy. The driver reached out ahead of time, confirmed my pickup location, and stayed in touch the morning of the trip. He arrived right on time. I did not have luggage with me, but he definitely would have helped if I had. From the beginning, the whole process felt organized and dependable. The car itself was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. It was a modern sedan with good air conditioning, and the drive felt safe the entire way. The road to Petra is long, but the ride was smooth and relaxed. The driver was friendly and shared interesting information along the route, which made the drive even more enjoyable. He clearly knows the road and the timing well. One thing I appreciated was the small, well-timed stops along the desert highway. We made a very quick 3-minute stop for coffee, and then a longer 25-minute break where you can get food, use the bathroom, and look at a bit of local shopping. On the way back, we had another similar 25-minute stop. These breaks are flexible, so if you are not hungry or do not want to shop, you can keep them short. For me, they were a nice chance to stretch, grab a bite, and see a little roadside culture. The desert scenery is beautiful, and those brief stops made the drive feel easier and more enjoyable. When we reached Petra, the driver explained exactly where to go and made sure I felt confident navigating the Visitor Center. He showed me where to buy the entry ticket, told me who to ask for if I wanted a licensed guide, and gave helpful tips on what to avoid. Petra can be overwhelming at first, so having clear instructions made a big difference. From there, you have several hours to explore Petra on your own… which is exactly what I wanted. After finishing my time inside Petra, the driver was waiting at the exact spot we agreed on. He kept in communication the entire time, so I never had to worry about finding him or coordinating the return. The drive back to Amman was just as smooth as the drive there… relaxed, safe, and comfortable, with that one final break for food, bathroom, or shopping. Overall, this was an excellent experience and one I would absolutely recommend. If you are visiting Jordan and want a simple and reliable way to get to Petra, this is an ideal option. The driver was kind, helpful, and professional. The car was comfortable and clean. Communication was easy. The value for the price is truly great. If you want to visit Petra without dealing with transportation stress… book this. I would definitely do it again.

Our Petra and Dead Sea tour was absolutely incredible, and a huge part of that was thanks to our wonderful driver, Mohammad Hammoudeh. He was extremely nice, attentive, patient, and knowledgeable throughout the entire trip. His driving was excellent and very safe, and everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Mohammad’s hospitality truly reflects the warm spirit of Jordan! He made us feel so comfortable the whole time. He shared fascinating insights about this beautiful country and made sure we had the best experience possible. We highly recommend him to anyone visiting Jordan. On our next visit, we will definitely request him again. Thank you for making our trip unforgettable, ya Mohammad!!!