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Jerash Ajloun Um Qais: Explore Jordan's History
5.0
86 Ratings
Amman
A trip to Jerash Ajloun and Um qais is an adventure into a different side of Jordan
This tour to the north is a journey through time. In the space of a day, you’ll get an insider’s taste of Jordan’s complex and unexpected past.
A trip to Jerash Ajloun and Um qais is an adventure into a different side of Jordan
This tour to the north is a journey through time. In the space of a day, you’ll get an insider’s taste of Jordan’s complex and unexpected past.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Amman - Be picked up from your accommodation in Amman and relax on the scenic drive to Jerash, a world-renowned Roman city that is often celebrated as one of the best-preserved ancient Roman cities. Delve into history and stroll through this remarkable archaeological .
- Umm Qays - Entering Umm Qais from the south, the first structure of…
- Amman - Be picked up from your accommodation in Amman and relax on the scenic drive to Jerash, a world-renowned Roman city that is often celebrated as one of the best-preserved ancient Roman cities. Delve into history and stroll through this remarkable archaeological .
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Umm Qays - Entering Umm Qais from the south, the first structure of interest is the well-restored and brooding West Theatre. Constructed from black basalt, it once seated about 3000 people. This is a place to sing or declaim a soliloquy – the acoustics are fantastic.
2 hours spend the most beautiful view on Tabaria lake also - Ajloun Castle - Upgrade your experience by selecting the option to also visit the Ajloun Castle. before your visit to Jerash, go to see Ajloun Castle, a monumental fortress constructed by Saladin to safeguard Jerusalem. Nestled amidst lush forests, this fortress is a testament to historical grandeur.
- Jerash Ruins - Jerash (or Gerasa) is an ancient city in Jordan located 48km (30 miles) north of the capital, Amman (map). Famous as being one of the best preserved Greco-Roman cities in the Middle East, Jerash is one of the top attractions in Jordan (alongside Petra) and is certainly a must-visit.
- Amman - after you tour we will back to Amman in 1 hour driving
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Amman
- English-Speaking driver
- Entry Tickets (If option selected)
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Amman
- English-Speaking driver
- Entry Tickets (If option selected)
What's Not Included
- Local guide in sites
- Personal expenses
- Local guide in sites
- Personal expenses
Location
Amman
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(86 Ratings)
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Nadiia_m
Jan 26, 2026
Great Day Tour from Amman - I had an excellent day tour from Amman visiting Jerash, Umm Qays, and Ajloun Castle. The itinerary was well organized, and the sights were impressive—especially the Roman ruins of Jerash and the views from Umm Qays.
Our driver, Hassan Al‑Khatib, was very kind, helpful, and professional. The car was clean, comfortable, and made the long drives enjoyable.
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Tony_m
Jan 11, 2026
Great trip - Saadeh was a great driver and was very helpful along the way. I would recommend him and will book him next time I come to Jordan!
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Steve20251
Jan 1, 2026
Very interesting tour - The pickup at hotel by the driver Ayman happened on time. The first stop after almost 2 hours drive was Umm Quais. So early it was very empty here and so you could enjoy the atmosphere. It takes 90 minutes here. After another hour of driving we arrived at the fortress of Ajloun, which unfortunately was typical for the season in the clouds. It was a little busier here. The viewing did not last an hour. Afterwards we went to the unincluded lunch. Unfortunately, this was in a purely tourist place with nevertheless inflated prices. On a private tour, I wished for something more authentic... After almost 45 minutes of driving, the highlight: Jerash! The excavations are very impressive, so you can spend 2 hours here. The return journey took another good hour, so we arrived at the hotel on time. The private tour has the advantage of individual time allocation. You never have to wait for group members. There's a price to pay. Even in a small group I can imagine the tour well.
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Matt_s
Dec 16, 2025
I enjoyed this trip. It... - I enjoyed this trip. It was a long day but we saw 3 amazing sights in the north of Jordan which normally might be intimidating to reach without a local driver. Particularly the viewpoint of Israel, Syria (Golan) and Lebanon mountains from Umm Qais felt moving, and we were about the only tourists there at that time. Aljoun Castle had beautiful views, and Jerash was impressively large and well-preserved Roman ruins. Do note this booking is only including the transportation itself and not actually a guided tour of the sites, but I didn't feel the need to pay for a guide at any of the sites. The lunch stop (not included in the price) of mansaf at a local restaurant was tasty. I’m glad I chose the group tour, as my group were all solo travelers and everyone was fun and chatty! Our driver Mahmoud Alkhawaja was great too.
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Toshihirot770
Dec 13, 2025
Memorable Day Exploring Um Qais, Ajloun, and Jerash with a Helpful Driver - I had an excellent day on this tour. Our driver, Emad, was friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful—he shared insights about Jordanian food, culture, and politics. Since I needed to catch a JETT bus to Aqaba after the tour, he checked the schedules, helped book my ticket, and even drove me to the bus station. Um Qais, Ajloun, and Jerash were all captivating; Jerash in particular impressed me with the scale and superb preservation of its ruins. This well-organized tour efficiently covers the main highlights of northern Jordan—highly recommended.
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Murilo_f
Dec 6, 2025
All visited places are... - All visited places are extremely interesting and the tour is well catered to fit enough time in each and, with group's accordance, small adjustments can be done to accommodate more or less time in each site. Pick-up service is so off the charts and driver was incredibly friendly and acknowledged on the sites and more, Ibrahem Althodan, went above and beyond to make sure all was in place for us to enjoy it.
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Hunter
Nov 10, 2025
Must do! - Had an amazing experience exploring northern Jordan with Faisal! The food he recommended was incredible, and he made sure we tried the best local spots. He’s a genuinely kind and friendly guy, and the time we spent in the car with him was fun, comfortable, and full of great conversation. Highly recommend him — thank you, Faisal, for an unforgettable day!
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Spencer_a
Nov 9, 2025
Great day trip from Amman! - Really great day trip experience. Saadeh was a great driver and very friendly. I enjoyed meeting the people within my group and had a great time exploring at each stop. I booked this tour last minute and I am very grateful I did. Would recommend to anyone visiting Amman!
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H0tb0yh
Oct 20, 2025
Fantastic 😊😊 - Fantastic 😊😊 The tour was perfect and our driver Adnan Hamdan together with the guide Ahmed were very helpful and polite and we strongly recommend them
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W3024xljuana
Oct 15, 2025
I had a fantastic day trip - I had a fantastic day trip to Jerash! My driver, Mr. MUSTAFA, was incredibly kind and professional throughout the journey. He shared so much insight into the history of Amman and pointed out important landmarks along the way, which made the drive both informative and enjoyable. The visit to Jerash itself was absolutely phenomenal—the ancient ruins are breathtaking and truly worth experiencing in person. Everything was smooth and well-organized, and I felt very well taken care of. I highly recommend this trip, especially with Mr. MUSTAFA as your driver. It was an unforgettable experience!
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