Private Tour

Jerash and Amman City Tour from Amman

Overview

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Depart Amman North the ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East's best examples of a Greco-Roman provincial city. At the entrance of the site, admire Hadrian's Arch, built in 129 AD to mark Emperor Hadrian's visit, and the Hippodrome, a partially restored Roman-era stadium. Once inside, accompanied by a private, local guide, wander the colonnaded streets and discover its most important monuments: Temples, Theaters, Baths, Oval Plaza, along with several Byzantine churches dating from the Christian era. Return to Amman and discover Amman in 2 Hours.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Vehicle has space for one medium sized piece of luggage per client

This is a private tour/activity.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Transport by private Air-conditioned vehicle

Free Wi-Fi

English speaking Driver

Personal expenses

Gratuities

Entry/Admission - Jerash Ruins

Local Guide

Entry/Admission - Citadel and Roman Theature

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Al Balad – Downtown Amman

Visit a Citadel Mountain, Roman Amphitheater, old of City Centre, Jordan Museum and King Abdullah Mosque.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Jerash Ruins

Drive 50 km in the north to Jerash, the well preserved city of the Roman Empire, often called Pompeii of the East. Initially built by Alexander the Great, the town started to prosper after the Roman conquest, and was one of the Decapolis cities in northern Jordan. Visit Hadrian's Arch, built in 130 AD to honor the visit of Emperor Hadrian. Pass the Hippodrome offering space for 15,000 spectators, the impressing Forum, continue to the Temple of Artemis, which columns are 12 meters high and each drum weights 20-40 tons. Other highlights are the Colonnaded Street and the Nymphaeum. Back in Amman visit the Citadel hill with remains of the Hercules Temple and the Umayyad Palace as well as the Archaeological Museum. In downtown we see the large Roman Theatre from 2nd century and the traditional souks. Return transfer to Amman.

3 hours • Admission Not Included

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