Jordan's Northern Gems: Historic Day Trip

Discover the ancient ruins of Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais on this full-day tour from Amman. Explore Greco-Roman architecture, visit 12th-century castles, and enjoy private transportation.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • English speaking driver
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Hotel pick up & Drop off from Amman or Airport
What's Not Included
  • Entry Tickets
  • Local guide
Additional Information

Go beyond the traditional attractions of Jordan and visit three historic sights in the north of the country on this day trip from Amman. and visit Jerash to explore the ancient Roman ruins. See the Ajloun Castle to admire its medieval Arab-Islamic architecture and then end at the Greco-Roman city of Umm Qais where you can see views of Jordan, Syria, and Palestine.

Location
Jerash Ruins
Cancellation Policy

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

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Soccerl223
Aug 10, 2025
Omar is the best Jordan has to offer - Our driver, Omar, was incredible. I have travelled a great deal and never have I encountered someone as patient and as generous and as genuine as Omar. He is truly the best person in Jordan and I hope to see him again. He bought us waters and food and even took us to some nice viewpoints and shops even though it was not part of the tour. You will not regret booking a tour with Omar.
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Sami_io909
Aug 2, 2025
Great day trip while staying in Amman - Great, relaxed and informative ride, quite near to Amman and makes for a great day trip if you have a short stay in Amman ..
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Rahelehb
Jun 14, 2025
Stunning Jerash - Mohammad was a great company! He drove very safely and we chatted all the way. On our way back he was very kind to stop by a local shop so I could buy some olive oil! The car was comfortable and the drive was smooth. Jerash was the highlight of the trip. I would prefer to see Jerash first thing in the morning to avoid the heat and before getting tired from visiting other sites, um Qais and Ajlun (which were not comparable). Jerash is huge (it’s a whole Roman metropol!) and stunning! You can easily spend half a day in Jerash and it’s a lot of walking!
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Guide42007496451
Jun 10, 2025
Jordan - Everything was beautiful! Very good experience with Mohammed Srewa. Fantastic tour guide. All the places were unique and I recommend it to everyone.
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Moritz
Jun 9, 2025
A Perfect Day in North Jordan – Culture, History, and Breathtaking Scenery - Our day trip through north Jordan was nothing short of incredible! From the moment we left Amman, the drive through the rolling hills and lush greenery of the north felt like entering a completely different side of the country. Our first stop was Jerash, and it was an absolute highlight. The Roman ruins are astonishing – walking through Hadrian’s Arch, the Hippodrome, and the Oval Plaza felt like stepping back in time. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and brought the ancient city to life with fascinating stories. Next, we visited Ajloun Castle, perched high in the hills with panoramic views of the Jordan Valley. The history of the fortress, dating back to the 12th century, was captivating, and the short hike up rewarded us with cool breezes and scenic vistas. We finished the day in Umm Qais, where the ancient ruins of Gadara overlook the Sea of Galilee, the Golan Heights, and even into Syria and Israel on a clear day. The view alone is worth the trip, but the site itself is rich with Greco-Roman architecture and Ottoman-era charm. Throughout the day, we were treated to warm hospitality and plenty of opportunities to take in Jordan’s diverse landscapes – from olive groves and forests to rugged mountains and fertile valleys. North Jordan is often overshadowed by Petra and Wadi Rum, but it’s an unmissable gem for anyone interested in history, culture, and natural beauty. I can’t recommend this day trip enough – it was a perfect blend of adventure, learning, and relaxation.
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Jillp134
Jun 2, 2025
Excellent full day north Jordan tour with Mohammed - Full day out to northern Jordan. Got collected at 7.30am. Mohammed was an excellent driver and took us to Umm Qais first which was good as it was clear in the morning and we could see clearly the Sea of Galilee. We next went to Ajloun and then asked to skip the o and lunch and head straight to Jersah which also worked well as people were leaving as we were arriving and the site was not crowded. I am I to photography and at no point were we rushed and the service was personalised which we wanted rather than joining a standard group tour. We would recommend Mohammed and this tour. Go and see northern Jordan before you head down to Petra.
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55elliotts
May 31, 2025
Ajloun and Jerash - Fantastic archaeological sites! - We went to 2 sites - Ajloun and Jerash. Both were great, Jerash in particular was spectacular, incredibly well preserved Roman amphitheaters and temples. Our driver Faisal was excellent, very professional, accommodating and friendly - provided complimentary refreshments and made the experience very comfortable. Ask for Faisal if you can, would highly recommend his services!
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Sam
May 31, 2025
Amazing historic sites - Amazing historic sights. Our guide Awni clearly took pride in his country and was a great source of information. He was happy for us to stay at each site as long as we wanted and never rushed us at any point
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52chelseym
May 26, 2025
Worth seeing northern Jordan - This tour provided so much in one day. Such a great experience to be able to see these places! Mohammed was my driver and was wonderful. He made sure I was comfortable and taken care of the entire day. He was professional, personable, and even helped teach me some Arabic. He made this day even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour!
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Pizzachap
May 24, 2025
Jordan Jerash - A magical day driving through Jordan amazing sites. Jerash was quite breathtaking! Great driver and guide and a nice comfortable car made for a very enjoyable day
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).