Private Tour: Full Day Trip of Jerash, Umm Qais, and Pella from Amman

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About this activity

Jordan is blessed with some of Middle East’s best-preserved classical Greco – Roman sites, and this 10-hour private trip from Amman covers three in one day. Explore Jerash, one of the world’s most impressive Greco-Roman archaeological sites. Tour these amazing ruins at Umm Qais; and visit Pella, where ancient relics intermingle with Roman monuments. Your trip includes private transportation, hotel pick up and drop off, entrance fees, and a local guide to show you Jerash.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Zaid Tours and Travel

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English-Speaking Driver
Included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Included: Entrance Fees to the mentioned sites: Umm Qais and its museum; if option Jordan Pass not selected
Included: On board WI-FI
Included: Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
Included: Entrance Fees to the mentioned sites: Jerash and Pella ruins; if option Jordan Pass not selected
Included: Local English-Speaking guide for classic visit of Jerash (Spanish-French by request-availability)

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 and Local Guide) – Recommended
Not included: Personal Expenses
Not included: Local Guide at Umm Qais or Pella
Not included: Any other service not mentioned
Not included: Additional English-Speaking Guide at Umm Qais classic visit is 25USD in total to be paid at the site
Not included: Additional Umm Qais Tunnel Visit Entrance Fees 10 USD per person to be paid in destination.
Not included: Additional Umm Qais Tunnel Visit local guide 50 USD in total.

Itinerary

Amman

one hour

Meet your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide at your central Amman hotel and board your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Then, start out on your full-day trip to Jerash and Umm Qais, home to the ruins of two of ancient Rome’s Decapolis cities — a group of 10 situated on the frontiers of the Roman Empire in the Middle East.
Jerash Ruins

2 hours Admission included

First, venture northward through Jordan’s green landscapes to Jerash, a modern city fringed by the relics of the once-prosperous Roman city known as “Gerasa” - Jerash. Meet your friendly local guide at the entrance, and enjoy a private tour of the spectacular site, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Middle East. Pass through the monumental Hadrian’s Arch that was the city’s main gateway, and ogle the classic ruins spread before you.
Oval Plaza

one hour Admission included

Then, stroll around this once-bustling city to see highlights such as the colonnaded avenue, the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, the Hippodrome chariot-racing arena, and the Oval Plaza; an egg-shaped forum framed by a ring of standing columns. As you explore, hear captivating tales about “Gerasa” during its heyday. Learn how Alexander the Great conquered the city in the 2nd century B.C., and how later, local farmers cultivated much-coveted fruits and vegetables to sell on to the wealthy Roman residents.
Umm Qais

3 hours

After free time to explore on your won, continue to the village of Umm Qais, overlooking the ruins of another Roman Decapolis city known as “Gadara”. Soak up the views from here over the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights to explore the Greco-Roman ruins, including the amphitheater, crumbled mausoleum, basilica terrace, as well as other theaters and treasures. Then, visit the town’s museum to admire some of the precious artifacts recovered from the site, including mosaics and marble statues.
Pella

3 hours Admission included

Next, drive to Pella, the remains of a Hellenistic city, and earlier and later settlements. First mentioned as “Pihilum” or “Pehel” by the Egyptians in the 19th century B.C. Pella prospered when the Romans arrived, building temples, theaters, and baths. See the antiquities, some dating back more than 8,000 years. Journey back to Amman where your trip 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.

•Jordan Pass option does not include mentioned entrance fees.

•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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

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.
For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination.
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.
For Arab and G.C.C. nationals, please book Jordan Pass option; visits without entrance fees included, as reduced entrance fees apply. It is better for Arab and G.C.C. passport holders to pay directly in destination their entrance fees.
Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Options

Jerash, Umm Qais, and Pella

Classic Visits of Jerash, Umm Qais, and Pella.

Pickup included
Tour For Jordan Pass Holders

Classic Visits of Jerash, Umm Qais, and Pella without entrance fees for clients who purchased Jordan Pass.

Pickup included
Tour with Lunch

Classic Visits of Jerash, Umm Qais, and Pella with lunch at a local restaurant.

Pickup included