Rewind to ancient and medieval Jordan on this private Jerash and Ajloun Castle day trip from Amman. After a journey north, stop to visit Jerash, one of the world’s best-preserved Roman cities. Admire the colonnaded Oval Plaza, temples, plazas, and monuments; and then continue to Ajloun Castle to explore the fortress, built in 1184 by Saladin’s forces. Air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with optional local guiding at the sites at own expense.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by modern vehicle
English-speaking driver
Bottled water
Fuel surcharge
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Local guides at sites
Entry fee to sites
Traveler pickup is offered
Pickup Point: Pickup from any hotel in Amman
Return point: Tour ends at the same pickup location
Stop at: Jerash Ruins
Following pickup, your first stop will be at Jerash, located about an hour north from the city center of Amman and considered one of the largest and most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the world outside of Italy. Jerash, conquered by General Pompey in 63 BC, fell under Woman rule and was one of the 10 greatest Roman cities. Once in Jerash, your driver will assist you to prepare your entry and book a private local guide (optional, at own expense). You will have the opportunity to explore the colonnaded streets, baths, theaters, plazas, and arches of Jerash. There will be a lot of walking, but it will be well worth the stroll, so make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes on the day of the tour.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Not Included
Stop At: Ajlun Castle (Qala’at ar-Rabad)
Next, you will be driven to Ajloun Castle, which was built in 1184 AD by one of Saladin’s generals. The castle became important in the defense against the Crusaders. The castle is one of the best-preserved examples of Medieval Arab-Islamic military architecture. The Castle tour is a walking tour on your own. After Ajloun Castle, you will meet your driver at the entrance. Your tour will conclude with a drop-off at your hotel or accommodation. Duration: 1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Not Included
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