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Private Half-Day Pella Tour from Amman

4.3 (3 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Half-Day Pella Tour from Amman

About this activity

Visit the ancient city of Pella on a private tour from Amman to explore Greco-Roman ruins, 6,000 years of history, and a fascinating destination that many visitors overlook entirely. Travelling to Pella from Amman with a private new leisure vehicle and your own private English – Speaking Driver is a hassle-free alternative to finding your own transport that ensures an early start on the day, maximizing your time at the archeological site. Pella, also known in Arabic as (Tabaqat Fahl) is considered one of the most outstanding historical sites on the map of Jordan tourism; it is rich in archaeological monuments that go back to the antiquity. During this period, Pella was one of the ten cities making up the Decapolis. If you are a history and archaeology lover this tour is a must, Pella is considered more significant to archaeologists than Jerash as it reveals evidence of 6000 years of continuous settlement. In fact, it’s regarded as the most historically significant site in all Jordan.

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At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–7
Guide
English
Operated by
Zaid Tours and Travel

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance fees to Pella Ruins; if option Jordan Pass not selected
  • Included: Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants
  • Included: English Speaking Driver
  • Included: On board WI-FI
  • Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

  • Not included: All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
  • Not included: All type of beverages
  • Not included: All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended
  • Not included: Personal Expenses
  • Not included: Guide
  • Not included: Any other service not mentioned

Itinerary

  1. Pella

    3 hours Admission included

    Drive to visit Pella, with your own private leisure vehicle and English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide. Pella, also known in Arabic as (Tabaqat Fahl), considered one of the most outstanding historical sites on the map of Jordan tourism, its rich in archaeological monuments that go back to the antiquity. During this period Pella was one of the ten cities making up the Decapolis. Pella is a village in North West of Jordan, its located to the East of Al Masharih town; the city was constructed in the Hellenistic Era in the time of Alexander the Great. The first literary reference to the city is from the 19th century B.C. when it is mentioned in Egyptian texts as Pihilum, or Pehel. It was a flourishing trade center, with links with Syria and Cyprus as well as Egypt. On the division of Alexander's Empire, its name was later Hellenized to Pella, in honor of Alexander's birthplace.

  2. Pella

    3 hours Admission included

    In the 7th century A.D., Pella was captured by Arab armies and was a significant city in the Umayyad Empire for over 100 years. However, in 747 A.D., Pella (along with much of Jordan) was destroyed by a huge earthquake. Only a small, rural community lived here afterwards, during the Mamluk and Abbasid periods. Pella is considered more significant to archaeologists than Jerash as it reveals evidence of 6000 years of continuous settlement. In fact, it’s regarded as the most historically significant site in all Jordan. Your tour concludes with a hotel drop-off.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • La Casa Hotel Amman BY FHM
  • Big Ben Hotel Suites
  • Arman Hotel Suites
  • Gloria Hotel
  • The Sanrock Hotel
  • California Suites Hotel 2
  • Al Fakher Hotel Apartments
  • Opal Hotel Amman
  • Gerasa Hotel
  • Sparr Hotel
  • Alkawther Hotel Apartments
  • Madina Suites

and 182 more pickup points

Using your ticket

•Your local contact is Zaid Tours and Travel on + 962 6 4622197.

•Zaid Tours and Travel opening hours are between 09:00 and 17:00 hours, Saturday to Thursday except Friday the weekend and local holidays.

•For emergencies you can contact the 24-hour mobile number on + 962 79 5635222.

•By email at [email protected]

•You can present either a paper or an electronic mobile voucher for this activity.

•Complimentary pick-up is offered for this tour activity from your centrally located hotel in Amman.

•At least 24 hours prior to your tour activity date to verify your pick-up time and pick-up location. If you are not arriving within the specified time frame, please contact Zaid Tours and Travel prior to your travels, or immediately upon arrival at your destination.

•If your hotel has changed from the original schedule advised, please contact Zaid Tours and Travel emergency mobile at least up to 12 – 6 hours in advance.

•We are following hygienic- safety measurements and procedures required in Jordan by the Ministry of Health at the sites and during the visits.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.

  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.

  • Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.

  • Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.

  • Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.

  • Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.

  • Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.

  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.

  • Pella has no local guides at all.

  • Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Options

  • Tour only

    Private Half Day Pella Tour from Amman

    Pickup included

  • Tour with Lunch

    Private Half Day Pella Tour from Amman with lunch at a local restaurant.

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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