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Explore Jordan’s natural wonders and ancient history on a 2-day, small-group tour of Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Travel by climate-controlled vehicle with an English-speaking driver as you explore Petra’s rock-cut architecture, go off-road in Wadi Rum, and soak up the mineral-rich mud of the Dead Sea. Then, spend the night beneath the stars and enjoy an evening of Bedouin cuisine and culture. Private tour options are available.

Experience the best of Jordan on your own schedule with a private tour that explores desert scenery, crusader-era castles, and the ancient Nabatean city of Petra. With a personal driver/guide for your private group of up to 7 people, you’ll take in the views at Dana Nature Reserve, see Little Petra and Petra, go deep into the sands of Wadi Rum on a Bedouin Jeep safari, then hit the Dead Sea for a salty swim. This three-day tour includes all accommodations and transport, plus hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman. Some meals and all entrance fees are at your own expense.

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.

Go beyond the traditional attractions of Jordan and visit three historic sights in the north of the country on this day trip from Amman. Join a private guide and visit Jerash to explore the ancient Roman ruins. See the Ajloun Castle to admire its medieval Arab-Islamic architecture and then end at the Greco-Roman city of Umm Qais where you can see views of Jordan, Syria, and Palestine.

Organizing your own Petra and Wadi Rum day trip while in Amman can mean spending hard-earned vacation time arranging a driver. This private tour eliminates this hassle while giving you valuable flexibility. Journey to Petra by private vehicle, and opt to tour the rose-red city with a local guide (own expense) or alone. Next, continue to Wadi Rum for an optional 4x4 tour and dinner at this UNESCO-listed desert wilderness.

See some of Amman's most interesting attractions with this tour of the Jordanian capital. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to visit the Citadel, the Roman Theatre, and the Folklore Museum, and the Archaeological Museum. Once you’re done sightseeing, you can stop for shopping in a traditional bazaar.

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.

Explore three of the top sights of Jordan in one day on this private tour from Amman. After pickup from any hotel in Amman, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. View the mosaic at Madaba; stand atop Mt. Nebo; and see where Jesus was believed to have been baptized along the Jordan River.

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.

Step back in time as you embark on a captivating private journey from Amman to Petra, one of the world's Seven Wonders. Witness the incredible fusion of nature and human ingenuity that carved this astonishing city into the rose-red cliffs. Begin your adventure with a pickup from your Amman hotel. Travel through desert landscapes and be entranced by vibrant sandstone colours. Choose the option with Petra tickets included or purchase your own to walk right in upon arrival. Discover Petra's highlights, including Al-Deir and Al-Khazneh. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Jordan as you stroll around this breath-taking landmark. Finally, be returned safely to your accommodation in Amman.

Get oriented in downtown Amman and see attractions you won’t find in the guidebooks alongside the big-ticket sights on this private tour with a local guide. Explore mosques and markets, the historic house known as the Duke’s Diwan, and the hip Jamal Al Lweibdeh district. You’ll also pass by the key ancient attractions, including the Amman Citadel, Amman Roman Theater, and the Nymphaeum.

Experience the wonders of Petra undistracted by transport worries on this private day trip from Amman. Avoid dealing with cabs or hire-car companies; and reach the 2,300-year-old rock city by private, chauffeur-driven vehicle instead. Then, enjoy a tour of the highlights accompanied by a local guide—hired at the gate—to ensure you learn their history and spot detail you might otherwise miss. Admission and guiding are at your expense.

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.

See some of the world’s most impressive sights on this private, 9-day tour of Jordan, including eight nights of accommodations. Ride a 4x4 through the Wadi Rum desert valley, swim in the Dead Sea, and visit the Ancient Roman ruins in Jerash. Along the way, stop by the ancient Nabataean city of Petra, and snorkel in the waters near the port city, Aqaba.

Discover the highlights of Jordan’s capital and relax at the Dead Sea on this private 7-hour tour from Amman. See the antiquities at Amman Citadel and Archaeological Museum, visit the 2nd-century Roman Theater, and explore the Jabal Amman quarter and a traditional market. Afterward, head for the Dead Sea to float in its extraordinary, salt-rich waters. Private round-trip transport and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with admission fees at own expense.

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.

Travel with ease from Amman to Petra, Wadi Musa, via private transfer. Ride in a reliable and safe air-conditioned vehicle driven by a professional and friendly driver. The driver will wait for you at the Amman hotel lobby or Queen Alia International Airport with colorful signage. Enjoy WiFi and mineral water as you travel to your destination.

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.

Short on time but want to see two of Jordan's most impressive sights? This one-day tour from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum may be the answer. Your driver will pick you up bright and early and take you to Petra, where you'll get the chance to explore the ancient ruins before continuing to the desert oasis of Wadi Rum. Once at Wadi Rum, you'll take a jeep tour through the desert, with the option to stop for a traditional Bedouin dinner before returning to Amman.

There’s more to Jordan than desert. Head north into a world of forests and valleys, with a private driver to negotiate Amman’s congested traffic and transfers direct from your door. You’ll visit Jerash (Gerasa), an enormous Roman city, Ajloun Castle, a medieval Muslim fortress, and Umm Qais, home to the Roman ruins of Gadara (and the biblical Gadarene swine). Your package includes Wi-Fi: Upgrade to add entrance fees.

Discover the antiquities of Jerash and Amman on a 7-hour private tour from Amman. Travel to the ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East’s best-preserved Greco-Roman cities. See the Oval Colonnade, fountains, temples and streets, and then return to Amman to visit the Citadel ruins and Roman Theater. If you wish, upgrade to include a local guide at Jerash. Private minivan transport, admission fees (if option selected), and hotel pickup and drop-off also included.

Make the most of your time in Jordan on a 2-day tour from Amman that explores the ancient city of Petra, dramatic desert scenery, Wadi Rum’s Bedouin culture, the Red Sea at Aqaba, and Dead Sea beaches. Traveling with a guide and a small group limited to seven people, enjoy a mix of guided and independent time, spending the night inside your own Bedouin tent in the heart of Wadi Rum. Accommodations and transport are included in this small-group Jordan tour, which is the perfect introduction to a fascinating country.

See many of Jordan's most important sights in just two days with this tour from Amman or Madaba. You'll visit the ancient archaeological site of Petra, spend time in the desert of Wadi Rum (with an optional 4x4 tour for a fee), and have around three hours to swim and enjoy entertainment at the Dead Sea.