Day Trips & Excursions in Jordan

Delve into Jordan's medieval past on a 6-hour trip to Ajloun Castle from Amman. Take in the countryside views as you travel into northern Jordan, and visit this picturebook 12th-century Muslim fortress, built under Saladin's rule to help limit incursions by the Crusaders and protect nearby iron mines. Cross the moat to explore the maze-like chambers and courts; visit the small museum to learn about Ajloun's eventful history; and climb the towers to absorb the spectacular views over the surrounding mountains, forests and olive groves.

Without renting a car, seeing Jordan's sites of Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais in a day from Amman is near-impossible. Aimed at travelers who are short on time, this private tour whisks you with ease to the three antiquities, in the comfort of a private climate-controlled vehicle with a chauffeur. At each, choose to tour the classical or medieval ruins alone or with a local guide (own expense).

Enjoy the comfort and security of a private vehicle as you travel from the Dead Sea to Jerash and Ajloun Castle. Booking in advance means you won't waste your limited travel time on arranging separate transport to each of the sites, leaving you a full day to explore ancient Roman ruins, drive through the rolling hills of north Jordan, and take in sweeping views from Ajloun Castle's medieval fortifications.

Travel to the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Rum from Amman on a full-day, private tour that includes a 4WD desert tour with a Bedouin guide. Without a personal car and driver, the trip from Amman to Wadi Rum can mean a long, uncomfortable bus ride; enjoy the flexibility to stop for coffee, stretch your legs, and enjoy the view as you make the scenic drive in a private, climate-controlled vehicle.

Look beyond Jordan's most celebrated attractions to see some lesser-known historical treasures on this private Islamic desert castle day trip from Amman. Head east to Al-Azraq, a castle that 'Lawrence of Arabia' once used as a headquarters, and then explore the fresco-painted masterpiece of Amra and Kharaneh castles. Finish at Aljoun, a hilltop medieval fortress built to defend against the Crusaders. Your tour includes private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and entrance fees.

Visit the Greco-Roman city of Jerash on a 6-hour private tour from the Dead Sea, and explore ruins that are among the best preserved in the world. Enter Arch of Hadrian to discover roads, buildings, and fountains that bring the ancient world to life, and learn about Jerash's history and people. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour, with round-trip hotel transfer, a guided visit that's tailored to your interests, and entrance fees included.

Step back through history on this private 9-hour trip to the archaeological treasures of Jerash and Ajlun from Amman. After traveling north by air-conditioned vehicle, enjoy a guided tour of Jerash, the ruins of a once-great Roman Decapolis city. See the incredible relics, including the Oval Plaza, gateways and streets, as your guide recounts their history. Continue to Ajlun to explore 12th-century Ajlun fortress, built to defend against the Crusaders; and finish with a panoramic Amman tour to enjoy the views from the Citadel, and see mosques, souks and more.

Combine southern Jordan's greatest natural wonder with a dose of adventure on this private 8-hour trip to Wadi Rum from the Dead Sea. Ride a 4x4 with a Bedouin driver around the UNESCO-listed desert valley, seeing rock formations, canyons, dunes, ancient inscriptions, and more. Upgrade to add a 30-minute camel ride to explore in time-honored Bedouin style. Entrance fees, 4x4 tour, and private round-trip transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Step back to Crusader times on a private round-trip to Karak and Shobak castle from Amman. Travel along roads tracing the ancient Kings Highway route, and visit the 12th-century castles, built by the Crusaders to defend against Saladin's forces. Explore the ruined halls, parapets, and tunnels, and take in sweeping views from the hilltop towers. Your tour includes private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off, with entrance fees and local guides excluded.

Organizing your own Petra and Wadi Rum day trip while in Amman can mean spending hard-earned vacation time arranging a driver. This private tour eliminates this hassle while giving you valuable flexibility. Journey to Petra by private vehicle, and opt to tour the rose-red city with a local guide (own expense) or alone. Next, continue to Wadi Rum for an optional 4x4 tour and dinner at this UNESCO-listed desert wilderness.

Visit south Jordan's must-sees of Wadi Rum and Petra in one day on a private 8-hour trip from Aqaba. Experience the red-and-pink cliffs and canyons of the Wadi Rum desert valley on a 2-hour 4x4 tour. Then, enjoy a guided tour of Petra's highlights, including the Siq, Treasury, amphitheater, and royal tombs. Your experience includes private round-trip transport, and tours and admission to both sites, including the option of riding horseback in Petra.

If you're planning to visit Petra, this private day-trip from Amman gives you various ways to check it off your list. Choose just private round-trip transport to the ancient city, leaving you to explore independently or hire your own local guide. Or, upgrade to add on a local guided tour, or to an all-in-one package including local guide and entry fees. Whichever you choose, you'll love the ancient rock buildings and timeless scenery.

Explore ancient Umm Qais in north Jordan on this private day trip from the Dead Sea. Visit the hillside site for a guided tour of what remains of the Roman city of Gadara. Admire the Basilica terrace, basalt-rock West Theatre, and streets, temples, and monuments. Plus, explore the museum and absorb the views to the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights. Includes site and museum admission, and private, air-conditioned transport from your Dead Sea hotel.

Delve into Jordan's ancient, biblical and recent history on this private 6-hour tour from Amman. Head for the La Storia museum near Mt Nebo, where Moses is believed to have viewed the Promised Land. Admire the life-size sets showcasing Jordan's biblical and cultural heritage, including scenes like Noah's Ark; and explore the handicraft workshops and mosaic map of Jordan's historical sites. Before returning to Amman, visit Mukawir to tour the hilltop ruins of a palace of Herod the Great, believed to be where John the Baptist was imprisoned and beheaded.

Visit the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day, private trip from Amman or the Dead Sea. Enjoy the flexibility of a private car and driver throughout the day, with a local Petra guide to lead the way for a 5-hour tour of the desert complex. Ride a horse through the winding siq canyon, stand at the foot of Petra's treasury, and leave the crowds behind as you climb to the hilltop monastery, a magnificent site that's often overlooked on shorter tours.

Indulge an interest in art and history on this private day trip from Amman dedicated to Jordan's early medieval mosaics. Visit UNESCO-listed Um Rasas to see its Byzantine church mosaics, admire Madaba's 6th-century Mosaic Map, and view the early floor mosaics at Madaba Archaeological Park and Mt. Nebo. Plus, visit a workshop to see artisans hand-making these intricate artworks. Guided tours at Madaba and Mt. Nebo, private transportation, and entrance fees included.

With tombs and temples carved into high sandstone cliffs, Petra is Jordan's most iconic destination, and the entire ancient complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Petra with a private guide on a full-day trip from Amman that includes entrance fees and round trip transport from your hotel or the airport.

Visit two of north Jordan's star attractions and Amman on a private day trip from the Dead Sea. Take a guided tour of ancient Roman Jerash, admiring its Oval Plaza, temples, colonnades, and more. Then, explore the 12th-century Muslim castle of Ajlun before a panoramic tour of Amman, including King Abdullah Mosque and the views from the hilltop Citadel. Includes private, air-conditioned transportation, a local guide at Jerash, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Combine visits to Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and the Citadel during this 6-hour private tour from Jordan's Dead Sea region. Travel with a private driver and enjoy a guided tour at each site, St. George Orthodox Church, the Jordan Archaeological Museum, and the Roman Temple of Hercules. This private tour ensures personalized attention from your guides and plenty of time to ask questions. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

If you're short of time in Jordan but eager to visit Petra and do it on your own terms, this 12-hour private round-trip from Amman is ideal. Your package includes round-trip transportation to Petra and Little Petra in a privately chauffeured, air-conditioned vehicle. On arrival at both sites, choose to explore independently or hire a local guide (additional cost) - it's up to you. Entrance fees are at your own expense.