Jordan · Archaeology

6-Hour Jerash and Ajloun Tour from Amman with Umm Qais Option

6 Hours Round trip from Amman Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Jerash, one of Jordan's most well-preserved Roman sites
02 See Hadrian's Arch, the cardo, theatres, temples, and baths in Jerash
03 Visit Ajloun Castle amid oak and pine forests with sweeping rooftop views
04 Option to add Umm Qais overlooking the Golan Heights and the Sea of Galilee

Head north from Amman to explore some of the greenest spots in Jordan, with a stop at Jerash to discover its remarkably well-preserved Roman ruins. Continue to Ajloun Castle, a 12th-century fortress set among oak and pine forests, and take in the mesmerizing views from its rooftop. This tour combines archaeology, history, and scenic northern landscapes, with the option to add Umm Qais to the route.

Explore its waterways and storage areas, visit the museum, and enjoy the stunning rooftop views over the surrounding areas below.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Amman, Jerash, Umm Qais, Ajloun

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Amman to Jerash and Ajloun Castle

Leave Amman and head north to enjoy the fresh breeze and some of the greenest landscapes in Jordan as you make your way to Jerash, the second most visited site in the country and home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins. A 2-hour tour here will leave you breathless as you explore the stunning Hadrian's Arch and the cardo. The city also features 1,000 pillars, 2 theatres that are still operational, temples, baths, and more.
Then travel for 35 minutes with your Jordan tour guide to Ajloun Castle, also known as Rabad Castle, set among oak and pine forests. Explore its waterways and storage areas, visit the museum, and enjoy the stunning rooftop views over the surrounding areas below.
If you choose to add Umm Qais to the route, it will require 3 extra hours. This historical place of beauty overlooks the Golan Heights and the Sea of Galilee, offering amazing views and lush greenery.

Where this trip takes you

Hadrian's Arch, the cardo and 2 theatres, Ajloun Castle rooftop views

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Amman 4 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation by a modern full-size sedan with A/C
All taxes
Cold water
Free WiFi
Jordan tour guide services

What's Not Included

All entrance fees
Any meals
Gratuity

Know before you go

It is recommended to leave early in the morning for this tour and add Umm Qais to it. The amazing views and the site itself are something different and very special.
Jesus's Cave can be visited briefly for those who are interested in religious history, about 15 minutes from Umm Qais.
Head to the north of Jordan and some of the greenest spots in the country, surrounded by pines and Roman olive trees. Jerash is one of the most preserved Roman settlements ever, about 45 minutes away. Then continue north-west to Ajloun to climb up to one of the most beautiful castles. Umm Qais is usually added to this tour as an option.

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