Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The driver will contact with travelers the day before their trip by what's app. he will pick up the travelers from their accommodation & return to the pick up point.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(116)
We had Omar as our lovely driver for the day and he made a long day easy! It was nice to have someone to ask about location guides and pricing. Omar would also pull over for beautiful vistas or tell us a bit about the area we were in. It made the whole day go so smoothly! We loved our time visiting the sites and would recommend.
This is the best most mind blowing experience you would've had. ODAY was less a driver and more a friend, philosopher and guide. He was super helpful. Got us the best food and coffee. Not only was he kind to us but so good and helpful with our baby girl as well. I couldn't be happier and more thankful. Most importantly he was flexible which is very much needed when you have children. Thank you Oday. Looking forward to coming here again!
Yuones was very nice. His car was very clean and comfortable. The sites were very interesting.
We have a nice experience.in our tour.
Excellent day tour to see beautiful sites! Our driver, Ashraf, was helpful and kind. We learned so much on our tour mostly thanks to him. 100% recommend!!
We recently went on tour this tour, and all in all this was a really fantastic day. It was worth spending every penny on this tour- Our driver, Faisal really made a super effort and started the day by buying us Turkish coffee en route to the first destination. Along the way he would explain different parts of Jordanian culture which really enabled us to learn a lot, and as we passed places of interest he would point these out (e.g. the olive and pomegranate trees). Faisal was really friendly, on this special small tour, and made sure that we were able to get into the sites ok, and was always looking out for us (he would give us a heads up of what to look out for and advise where best to go and see when inside the sites). For lunch, Faisal went out of his way to buy some Schwarma wraps for us which were absolutely delicious, and he was extremely thoughtful in making sure we always had enough bottled water to drink. In terms of sites, the archaeological site for the Roman ruins (which is the final part of the tour) is really not to be missed- there was so much to see, and it was so incredible to see such a large Roman structures in Jordan- we would really recommend you definitely complete the you to visit this part as well! All in all a really fantastic tour and Faisal really made it special for us!
We had a truly exceptional one-day tour and every aspect exceeded our expectations. First and foremost, our driver was excellent. He was punctual, incredibly professional, and very friendly. He ensured a smooth, comfortable, and safe journey throughout. He was also knowledgeable and happy to share insights about Jordan along the way. The vehicle arranged for us was perfect. It was modern, impeccably clean, very spacious, and had strong air conditioning—which was a blessing after a day of exploring. It made the long drives to and from sites relaxing and enjoyable. Of course, the site of Jerash itself was breathtaking. It's an absolute wonder of the world, and no photos can do justice to walking through temples for the first time. The history and scale are simply mind-blowing. We maximized our day walking to the main highlights. In summary: a fantastic driver, a top-quality vehicle, and one of the most incredible sights in Jordan. This tour was perfectly organized and we felt well taken care of from pick-up to drop-off. Highly, highly recommended for a seamless and unforgettable Jordan experience!
We absolutely enjoyed the tour to Jerash. The car was very comfortable and our driver Ahmed was very friendly and made the trip even more pleasant. Highly recommend
Omer was a great driver and guide. He was friendly and had great patience. He took us to all places while suggesting certain view points for taking pictures. Overall a great experoence
Jerash and Ajloon were both really interesting and the scenery and views were amazing. Umm Qais, however, was not that great and much of it was closed in January - not worth the extra drive. My driver, Ashraf, was very pleasant, flexible and accommodating.
