Top Amman Half-day Tours

Discover the delights of the Dead Sea on this half-day private tour from Amman. Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle through Jordan’s desert landscapes to the eastern shores of this shimmering, natural salt lake. Visit a water’s edge hotel and enjoy ample free time to ‘swim’ in the waters, lounge on the beach and absorb the beautiful setting. Alternatively, upgrade to a hotel with a wider range of facilities, including outdoor swimming pools, showers and a stylish spa offering Dead Sea mud treatments (own expense) including revitalizing body scrubs and massages.

Travel from Jordan to Ma’in Hot Springs to enjoy a steaming waterfall and mineral-rich water in a scenic desert oasis. The personal service of a private driver means you can explore Ma’in Hot Springs without the hassle of haggling over taxi fares or renting a car. That means more time to swim, relax, and check out prehistoric sites in the surrounding hills.

Make the most of your time in Amman during this five-hour private tour of the history-filled capital of Jordan. Explore the 2nd-century Roman Amphitheater, visit the Archaeological Museum and Darat al Funun, a platform for visual arts of the Arab World, and browse the boutiques and galleries along vibrant Rainbow Street. Door-to-door air-conditioned transportation is included.

Discover three of Jordan’s famous desert castles on this 4-hour private tour from Amman. With an informative private driver, learn about these fabled castles, built by Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries as you visit each one in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Explore UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, famous for its 8th-century frescoes of hedonistic scenes, before continuing to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter used as a military base by TE Lawrence, known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia,’ during World War I.

Amman airport lies about 20 miles (32 kilometers) from Amman city center, meaning a prebooked private transfer saves time—as well as eliminating the need to wrangle Jordanian cash. Take it easy with this private 1-way transfer service between Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and your destination in the city. For airport pickups, your representative will greet you at arrivals holding a board with your name.

Experience the extraordinary beauty of Wadi Rum by 4x4 on this private full-day trip from Amman. Travel by private, air-conditioned minivan to the protected desert valley and tour its spectacular beauty spots by 4x4. Trundle through narrow gorges and desert plains past crimson dunes, natural rock bridges and towers; and view ancient inscriptions and Lawrence’s Spring, a hidden oasis made famous by TE Lawrence, also known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia.’ Upgrade to include a camel ride, and during your explorations, visit a Bedouin tent to enjoy a refreshing mint tea.

Discover the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day, private trip from Amman. You'll make the 3-hour journey to Petra in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle, with the option to spend up to four hours exploring, entering the site on a winding path that passes between spectacular cliff walls. The driver can arrange a local guide upon arrival, or you can see Petra on your own before returning to Amman.

Savor the Jordanian love of food on this 4-hour private cooking class in Amman, including lunch or dinner. Head to a cooking school in the charming Jebel Al Weibdeh neighborhood, and learn to make traditional Arabic dishes with local cooks. Prepare your recipes on a terrace overlooking old Amman and the Citadel and enjoy soft Arabic background music. Lastly, enjoy your creations for lunch or dinner, depending on your chosen class time; and choose to sip on a glass of wine with your food before finishing with a coffee.

Experience Jordan’s greatest ancient treasure on this private day trip to Petra from Amman. After traveling from Amman to Petra with a private driver, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of UNESCO-listed Petra: a rock city cut into a sandstone valley some 2,000 years ago. Walk or ride a horse along the Siq entrance canyon, and behold the rose-tinted Treasury, Royal Tombs and more. During your explorations, learn about Petra’s history from your local guide and see lesser-known Little Petra, whose sculpted rock buildings were a suburb of the main city.

Visit the iconic rock-cut city of Petra in a single day—and be back in Amman by nightfall—during this private time-saver excursion. Ride comfortably to and from your hotel in the capital in a chauffeured, Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle. Enjoy free time to explore the centuries-old ruins at your own pace. Upgrade to include admission tickets or a guided tour.

There’s no better way to travel between Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and your city hotel than a prebooked private transfer. It saves time compared to the shared shuttle and you don’t have to worry about carrying dinar cash. All drivers on this VIP service have more than a decade’s experience while vehicles are modern and comfortable. Opt for pickup or drop-off to suit your needs.

Experience three of Jordan’s treasures in one morning on this private 4-hour trip from Amman. Admire the 6th-century Holy Land mosaic map at St. George’s Church in Madaba, and visit Mount Nebo, where it’s held that Moses gazed out at the Promised Land. Then, enjoy a float in the salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea. A buffet lunch at a Dead Sea hotel, entrance fees, and private round-trip transport from Amman included.

If you have time for one side trip from Amman, make it Petra. Carved 2,300 years ago by the Nabataeans, this southern Jordan UNESCO-listed rock city is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. This private tour whisks you there and back in a day by private air-conditioned vehicle and with an itinerary customizable to your wishes. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included, with optional local guiding at Petra at own expense.

Escape bustling Amman for the day and see three of Jordan’s most important religious and historical sites on a private 8-hour trip. In addition to viewing the famous Mosaic Map at Madaba, tour Mt. Nebo, where Moses is thought to have seen the Promised Land, and visit Bethany, Jesus’ believed baptism site on the River Jordan. Your package includes guided tours at Madaba and Mt. Nebo, plus entrance fees and private round-trip transportation.

Classical ruins, city sights, and relaxation by the Dead Sea: this day trip from Amman packs a little of almost everything into a single day. Start with a round-up of Amman’s Citadel and Roman Theatre, before traveling to the well-preserved ancient Roman city of Jerash. Lastly, relax and swim in the Dead Sea. Your tour includes private round-trip transport, with entrance fees and local guides at the sites at own expense.

Explore Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba in Jordan on this 4-day tour from Amman, with a private guide. Leave Amman for a guided visit of UNESCO-listed Petra, and then continue to the Wadi Rum desert valley. Stay overnight at a tented camp complete with a delicious campfire dinner, and enjoy a morning 4x4 ride around the spectacular canyons and dunes. Lastly, lounge on the beaches of Aqaba. Two nights of 3-, 4-, or 5-star accommodation, one night at the Wadi Rum desert camp, and daily breakfasts and dinners are included.

Without renting a car, seeing Jordan’s sites of Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais in a day from Amman is near-impossible. Aimed at travelers who are short on time, this private tour whisks you with ease to the three antiquities, in the comfort of a private climate-controlled vehicle with a chauffeur. At each, choose to tour the classical or medieval ruins alone or with a local guide (own expense).

Treat yourself to a VIP pickup in Amman during this private one-way airport transfer. Get a personalized meet-and-greet from your own personal chauffeur in the arrivals hall. Travel comfortably in a spacious and Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle with complimentary bottled water. Get dropped off at any location within the capital; rides are timed to meet your incoming flight.

Explore northern Jordan’s historical highlights on this private, full-day Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais tour from Amman. Discover the Greco-Roman ruins at Jerash, seeing its Oval Colonnade, temples, and more; and delve into 12th-century Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin’s forces. Finally, explore the remains of Umm Qais, another Greco-Roman city. Your tour includes private round-trip transportation and Amman hotel pickup and drop-off. Admission fees and local guides at the sites at your own expense.

Move from Amman airport to Petra with ease in a reliable ride. Avoid waiting in line for taxis or shared shuttles, and book a private ride ahead of your arrival at the airport. Relax and enjoy a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned minivan to your destination in Petra. A professional driver will pick you up and take care of you till you arrive in Petra.

Come and experience the true Downtown of Amman with an experienced local tour guide giving you a unique perspective of Jordan that you won't find anywhere else! The tour can be given in either English or Arabic. Have peace of mind knowing you're exploring with a native speaker of Arabic who can ensure you have a pleasant experience. Explore lesser-known or hidden gems that are not typically included in mainstream itineraries. Enjoy an exclusive interaction with locals. We keep the group size manageable to allow for more personalized interactions and a sense of camaraderie among participants. We focus on responsible tourism practices that minimize negative impacts on the environment and local communities. Enjoy memorable keepsakes that will remind you of the experience, whether it's a local handcrafted item or a custom-made memento. We incorporate elements that engage multiple senses, such as tasting local foods, listening to live music, or taking in stunning views.

If you like to explore independently but prefer not to piece together public transit, this private half-day city tour is perfect for you—your driver will mention places of interest, but you’ll pay your own entry fees and act as your own guide. Discover Amman’s ancient Citadel and Roman Theater; visit the King Abdullah Mosque; savor an included Jordanian breakfast; stroll pretty Rainbow Street; and tour traditional food markets and bazaars.

A float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea is a signature Jordan experience—it’s literally impossible to sink. Skip the stress of negotiating Amman’s rush hour gridlock and travel in style with a private driver direct from your hotel—and onboard Wi-Fi so you don’t miss a minute. Book a transport-only package or upgrade to include lunch and a swim at your choice of a 4-star or 5-star hotel.