Tours and Trips in Jordan

Located 140 miles (225 kilometers) from Amman, Petra once dominated the trade routes of ancient Arabia. Pass by Little Petra the Nabatean's carvan stop before heading to the main city. Your visit to this hauntingly beautiful place begins with a walk through the Siq, a narrow path that was once the main entrance to the city. An impressively long, deep and narrow gorge of stunning natural beauty, the Siq is hemmed in by cliffs soaring up to 263 feet (80 meters), and measures three-quarters of a mile (1.2 kilometers).

Jordan's biggest Roman site, Jerash, lies within an hour of Amman. With this private trip, swap haggling with cabs for a seamless excursion by private air-conditioned vehicle, with a private guide to show you around. Tour the city's sun-baked ruins, including the colonnaded oval-shaped forum and temples; and hear stories of its 1st- and 2nd-century golden age that you'd miss without a guide. Entry fees and door-to-door transport are included.

Make the most of your time in Jordan on a full-day private trip from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum that explores two of the country's top highlights. Visit ancient tombs carved into desert cliffs, with the option to experience Petra on your own or hire a local guide. Next, head to Wadi Rum, where you'll see otherworldly rock formations rising straight from desert sand. Enjoy the personal service of a private driver/guide throughout the day, and the flexibility to customize the day to your preferences, from departure time to pacing.

Explore ancient Jerash and medieval Ajloun Castle on this 6-hour trip from Amman. Enjoy the views of the Jordan Valley on route to Jerash, home to the remnants of a Greco-Roman city. Take a guided tour around the ruins, including the well-preserved Oval Plaza, Hippodrome, temples and paved streets. Hear intriguing tales about the city's past, and then stop at Aljoun, a 12th-century hilltop Muslim castle. Learn about its eventful history, and stroll around the atmospheric chambers and small museum before admiring the lovely views from the towers.

When you travel to Amman, to get a well rounded flavor of the Jordanian culture, we recommend that besides visiting tourist attractions in Amman, you also plan excursions from Amman to various parts of Jordan. Most of the excursions can be covered within a day, hence you can always make one of our hotels the starting and ending point of your quest to explore Jordan.If you are looking for big international brands in Amman then go to Wakalat Street or City Mall which house clothing, accessories and home furnishings stores. But if you are looking to shop something local like antiques, spices or artifacts then try the Sharia Rainbow Street or The Balad. Some of the local stores may also negotiate the price.

Rise into the Golan Heights on a full-day trip from Jerusalem, and take in the scenic landscape of the high, mountainous plateau. Visit border hot springs and a Talmudic village, explore the ruins of a 6th-century synagogue and spot ancient Hebrew inscriptions. Take in views from the top of an extinct volcano above the Quneitra Valley, and get a birds-eye view over one of the Levant's most contested regions. 

Visit Jerash and Ajloun Castle from the Dead Sea on a private tour to two of Jordan's most dramatic historic sites. Combining the two destinations ensures you'll make the most of your time on the road, and you'll follow in the footsteps of ancient Romans and Medieval warriors while exploring the scenic, hilly landscape of northern Jordan.

Visit Madaba and Mt. Nebo to discover Jordan's fascinating religious history, from Biblical sites to Byzantine mosaics. You'll have views of the Dead Sea, the West Bank, and Jerusalem from the summit of Mt. Nebo, then see the exquisite mosaics laid in Madaba's churches and historic homes. Making the trip in the comfort of a private vehicle, you'll enjoy the flexibility to customize the trip to your preferences, with pickup and drop-off at hotels in the Dead Sea.

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.

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.

Take the hassle out of visiting Jerash and Ajloun Castle with this private day trip from Amman. Avoid having to negotiate with cabs or hire a self-drive car, and relax with return private transport and a personal guide in Jerash. Explore the well-preserved streets and pillared Oval Plaza of the ancient Roman city as your guide provides historical perspective; and stop at Ajloun to roam its 12th-century towers and corridors.

Visit Petra and the Dead Sea with ease from Amman on this full-day tour. Depart from your Amman hotel or port in a private vehicle with a driver-guide and make your way to Petra. In the company of a guide, learn about the ancient city's history and snap photos of its red stones. Continue on to the Dead Sea, where you can float in the salty water.

Check off Jordan's historical and scenic highlights in just five days on this 4-night private tour, starting and finishing in Amman. Explore ancient Petra and Jerash, ride a 4x4 in Wadi Rum, and visit the Dead Sea, Mt. Nebo, and Madaba, all without having to organize guides, drivers, tickets, or hotels yourself. The price includes 3- or 4-star hotels in Amman and Petra, breakfasts, and private air-conditioned transport.

Located 140 miles (225 kilometers) from Amman, Petra once dominated the trade routes of ancient Arabia. Pass by Little Petra the Nabatean’s carvan stop before heading to the main city. Your visit to this hauntingly beautiful place begins with a walk through the Siq, a narrow path that was once the main entrance to the city. An impressively long, deep and narrow gorge of stunning natural beauty, the Siq is hemmed in by cliffs soaring up to 263 feet (80 meters) , and measures three-quarters of a mile (1.2 kilometers).

Explore the desert wilderness of Wadi Rum on a private day trip from Amman. Drive south to the UNESCO-listed wadi, and enjoy a 2-hour tour of the dunes, mountains, and canyons in a 4x4 with a Bedouin driver. See ancient rock inscriptions and highlights including the Hanging Arch and Khaza'ali spring, where Lawrence of Arabia reputedly washed. Tea or coffee at a Bedouin camp, round-trip private transportation, and Amman hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash on a half-day tour from the Dead Sea, and explore the sprawling ruins with a guide and a small group. Step into the world of Alexander the Great and the Emperor Hadrian while walking to colonnaded streets, historic theaters, and the temples where the people of Jerash worshipped Zeus and Artemis. This 6-hour Jerash tour includes entrance fees, a guided tour, and round-trip transport from Dead Sea hotels, and it's limited to 9 people for a more personal experience.

Explore an ancient desert city - and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - on a full-day, private tour from Amman to Petra. Unlike group tours with a fixed itinerary, this trip gives you the choice between a full, guided tour of Petra and a transport-only option, each with flat-rate pricing that's a cost-effective alternative for groups of up to seven people.

Make the most of a long weekend in Jordan with a 4-day, private tour of the country's highlights from a comfortable home base in a 4-star Amman hotel. Booking separate day-trips cuts into limited travel time, but securing a series of private excursions in a single booking ensures a stress-free Jordan getaway as you tour Amman's ancient sites, see the rock-cut city of Petra, and lounge on Dead Sea beaches.

Explore ancient Roman ruins and learn of a civilization lost in time on this half-day Jerash trip from Amman. Travel to the ancient city of Jerash, and head through the main gates on foot as your guide shares insight into the city's fascinating history. Discover top attractions such as the Oval Plaza alongside ancient amphitheaters, grand arches and mighty colonnades. As you explore, imagine life in Jerash under Roman rule and hear tales from the Empire's heyday. Then, relax in comfort on route back to Amman.

Making an independent side trip from Amman to Madaba and Mt. Nebo would usually mean hiring your own car. With this private half-day tour, swap the rental hassles for going by private chauffeured vehicle, with the option to hire local guides (own expense). View Madaba's 6th-century mosaic Holy Land map; visit Mt. Nebo, where Moses is believed to have stood; and explore a mosaic factory. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.