• Amman - Starting from your hotel in the morning, Your driver will pick you up from your hotel, and then start the drive towards the site. Our English-speaking driver will be waiting at the hotel lobby.

No guided tour, but worry not! Local guides are available at all three sites, ready to enrich your experience. Whether you prefer historical insights, hidden gems, or just a friendly companion, there’s a guide waiting to tailor your visit to your interests. Of course, these services are at your own expense, but they can be a fantastic way to deepen your understanding and enjoyment of each location.

• Jerash Ruins - Explore some of Jordan’s historical treasures on this full-day private tour to Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais from Amman.

Head towards Jerash and delve into its rich history as you explore its colonnaded streets, hilltop temples, amphitheater, public squares, plazas, and temples. Jerash is one of the best preserved classical sites; a rich and prosperous Greek and Roman city. It was founded by Alexander the Great around 331 BC, it later became one of the great Decapolis cities of the east. It is also a Bronze settlement where you can find the Temple of Artemis, the Forum, the oval plaza, as well as Hadrian’s Arch. Learn about the city and how it rose with a Greek federation, and then lived through the Muslim and Christian rule, which eventually fell during the Crusades.

• Ajlun Castle (Qala’at ar-Rabad) - Proceed to Ajloun and visit the Ajloun Castle; a 12th Century fortress built by the forces of Saladin against the Crusaders. It was built to dominate the 3 major passages into northwest Jordan. This hilltop edifice is a striking example of medieval Arab-Islamic military architecture. The structures, towers, chambers, galleries, and staircases that form part of the town, as well as the beautiful scenery that surrounds the hills nearby, will captivate you for sure. Climb into the tower and look around to take in the historical atmosphere and delve into the picturesque views of the Jordan Valley to the Dead Sea.
• Archaeological Museum of Umm Qais - Later on, drive towards Umm Qais; one of the most stunning Greco-Roman cities. Learn about the ruins of the Decapolis city of Gadara, now known as Umm Qais. This place is stunning due to the contrast and juxtaposition of the Roman Ruins with the abandoned Ottoman-era village. Take in the breathtaking views from an extraordinary vantage point, with views of 3 countries; Jordan, Syria, and the Israel and Palestinian Territories. According to the Bible, it is the site of the famous miracle of the Gadarene swine; when Jesus cast down the demons out of 2 men into a herd of pigs.

Finally, reconvene with your driver and return to Amman, where your tour ends with a drop-off at any central location of your choosing.

• Amman - Once the tour is completed, the journey back to your hotel will start.

• Wi-Fi & climate-controlled vehicle
• Private transportation
• Licensed English-speaking driver
• Customizable sites to accommodate interests
• Phone charging available
• Bottled water onboard
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Gratuities
• Entry Fees to Sites, Local Guide at Sites

Embark on a personal day excursion to Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais, some of Northern Jordan’s notable historical and ancient landmarks.

Your journey begins with a visit to Jerash, a consequential Roman site in Jordan. Known for its peak during the Roman reign in 63 BC, it speaks volumes about a civilization that has existed for over 6500 years. Behold the magnificence of its temples, theatres, colonnaded squares, and an amphitheatre, while also unearthing settlements from the Bronze and Iron Ages.

Continue to your next stop, Umm Qais, previously known as Gadara. Famous for the miracle of the Gadarene swine, it was a central hub and home for many scholars and poets. Explore this bygone city, its colonnaded boulevards, terraces, and remnants.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.