Private Amman City Sightseeing with Optional Arabic Mezze Lunch and Tu..., Amman

About this activity

See the highlights of ancient and modern Amman on this private 4-hour city tour. Traveling by private, air-conditioned vehicle with an informative private driver. Discover the many different faces of Jordan’s capital, from its dusty classical ruins to vibrant markets and the upscale Abdali Boulevard and other malls of the modern city to admire the chic houses and malls of the “Abdoun” and “Swefieh” areas. See top Amman attractions including the stunning King Abdullah Mosque, visit the ruins and Archaeological Museum of the hilltop Citadel, the Roman Amphitheater with the Museum of Popular Traditions, and the Rainbow Street at Jabal Amman Quarter. You may add Jordan Museum and the Royal Automobile Museum or pamper yourself with a Turkish bath experience. Upgrade to finish the tour trying Jordan’s local authentic cousin with a delicious “Arabic Mezze”, (small dishes) lunch.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
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: Local English-Speaking Guide at Amman Citadel; (Spanish-French by request-availability)
Included: Private Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle according number of participants
Included: English-Speaking Driver
Included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Included: Turkish Bath and local “Arabic Mezze” Lunch or Dinner; if option selected
Included: Entrance fees to Roman Theater & the Popular Traditional Museum; if option Jordan Pass not selected
Included: Local “Arabic Mezze” Lunch; if option selected
Included: On board WI-FI
Included: Entrance fees to King Abdullah Mosque; if option Jordan Pass not selected
Included: Turkish Bath; if option selected
Included: Entrance to the Jordan Museum & the Royal Automobile Museum, if option Tour with Museums is selected
Included: Entrance fees to Amman Citadel and the Archaeological Museum; if option Jordan Pass not selected

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: Any other service not mentioned

Itinerary

Amman

Passing by

Begin your private tour with a morning pick up from your central Amman hotel. Meet your informative private driver who doubles as your guide, and start out on your explorations of the Jordanian capital’s highlights. As you travel, hear about the history of this fascinating city, whose past stretches back to 3500 B.C. or before. Hear about the city’s days under the Roman Empire, and how it was occupied by the Nabataeans and Byzantines.
King Abdullah Mosque

35 min Admission included

View one of Amman’s star attractions, the King Abdullah Mosque, famous for its blue mosaic dome, the nearby Parliament Building and Orthodox Church.
The Citadel

one hour Admission included

Next, make your way to Amman Citadel, the hilltop collection of antiquities that looms over the city with a private local guide. Explore the timeworn Roman, Byzantine and early Islamic relics, and pay a visit to the Citadel’s Temple of Hercules and the Archaeological Museum to inspect its collections of ancient artifacts discovered at sites from across Jordan.
Roman Theatre

one hour Admission included

Then, continue to the Roman Amphitheater with its Hashemite Plaza, a magnificent hillside structure believed to have been built in the 2nd century. Admire the symmetry and scale of the theater as your guide explains how it was built as part of the Roman city of Philadelphia, and could accommodate up to 6,000 spectators. Continue to visit the Museum of Popular Traditions to see the exhibition of traditional dress and jewelry. Pass the “Raghadan Palace”, the burial place of the late King Hussein, and ride around the downtown area for free time at its vibrant markets, traditional mosques like the Grand Husseini Mosque, and churches.
Rainbow Street

one hour

Then, stroll along Rainbow Street, Amman’s colorful arts and shopping hotspot, passing the Jordan River Foundation and residence of King Talal. Delve into the upscale neighborhoods of “Abdoun” and “Swefieh”, where luxury shopping malls and swanky private villas line the streets. Your 4-hour tour ends back at your hotel. Alternatively, ask for a drop off at one of the malls on your tour like Galleria or Taj Mall or at Abdali Boulevard, a stylish new enclave of designer shops regarded as Amman’s up-and-coming downtown area.
Royal Automobile Museum

Passing by

Option Tour with Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum: After your classic city tour include the visit of the Jordan Museum marking Jordan’s history. Then proceed to visit the vintage, Hashemite Royalty private collection cars at the Royal Automobile Museum, located in the leafy gardens of King Hussein Park, home of the Late King Hussein beautiful grand elegant Mosque. The museum showcases a rare collection of Jordan's vehicles ranging from King Hussein bin Ali's cars that came to Amman in 1916 to modern sports cars. Please note that Tuesdays both museums are closed.

•If you are interested in taking a drive in one of the Royal Automobile classic vehicles, please consult us.
Amman

2 hours

Option Tour with Arabic Lunch: Upgrade to a 6-hour tour and after your city tour, savor a mouth-watering lunch of “Arabic Mezze”, (small cold and hot dishes) at a local restaurant. Enjoy an assortment of small plates, such as barbecued chicken and beef, hummus, salads and bread; after your meal, relax with a hotel or shopping mall drop off - your choice!
Amman Governorate

2 hours

Option Tour with Turkish Bath and Arabic Lunch: Upgrade to a 8-hour tour and wallow in a luxurious Turkish bath experience, including an invigorating steam room session, soapy scrub, and muscle-melting massage. Following a succulent lunch of tasty “Arabic Mezze”, (small cold and hot dishes) at a local restaurant. Then, duly refreshed and revitalized, relax with your choice of either a hotel or shopping mall drop off - your choice!

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

InterContinental Amman (Jordan) by IHG
Abdalin Hotel
Le Royal Amman
Hisham Hotel
Carlton Hotel
Al-Hayek Hotel
The House Boutique Suites
Canary Hotel
BelleVue Hotel
Olive Tree Hotel Amman
Grand Hyatt Amman
The Amman Landmark

and one more pickup point

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

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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.
Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum closes on Tuesdays.
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, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
Dress code at the Mosques: Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers
Visits are not allowed during prayer times.
Turkish Bath activity is provided for men and women separately.
Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Options

Tour with Bath

Classic 6 hour visit of Amman with Turkish Bath.

Pickup included
Amman Visit

Classic 4 hour Amman visit:King Abdullah Mosque, Amman Citadel, the Archaeological Museum,Roman Theater & the Popular Museum.

Pickup included
Tour with Bath and Lunch

Classic 8 hour visit of Amman with Turkish Bath and Lunch at local restaurant (Tawaheen Al-Hawa).

Pickup included
Tour For Jordan Pass Holders

Tour with Jordan Pass: Classic 4 hour visit of Amman without entrance fees for clients who purchased Jordan Pass.

Pickup included
Tour with Lunch at Um Khalil

Lebanese Um Khalil : Classic 6 hour visit of Amman with lunch at local restaurant (Lebanese Um Khalil Restaurant)

Pickup included
With Lunch at Tawaheen Al-Hawa

Classic 6 hour visit of Amman with lunch at local restaurant (Tawaheen Al-Hawa Restaurant)

Pickup included
Tour with Museums

Classic 6 hour visit of Amman with Jordan Museum and Royal Automobile Museum. Museums are closed on Tuesdays.

Pickup included