Ancient Wonders & Castles: Day Tour to Jerash & Ajloun

Explore the wonders of Jordan’s ancient history with our Day Tour to Jerash and Ajloun!
Begin your tour with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel and enjoy a gorgeous drive to the city of Jerash. You’ll go back in time as you visit the historic remains of one of the world’s best-preserved Roman capitals. See the Temple of Artemis’s towering columns, wander around the vast Oval Plaza, and learn the mysteries of the old Hippodrome.
Go on to the lovely hilltop city of Ajloun after immersing yourself in the rich history of Jerash. The famous Ajloun Castle, erected in the 12th century to fight against Crusader raids, will be seen here.
Visit the castle’s towers and ramparts while taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Your excursion will be accompanied by a professional and pleasant guide who will give intriguing insights about Jordan’s history and culture.
The tour ends with a fantastic lunch at a local restaurant, where you’ll be able to try traditional Jordanian food.
You’ll be transported back to your accommodation in Aqaba at the end of the tour, feeling enlightened and inspired by Jordan’s unique history and beauty..

Tour overview

Private tours with English-speaking guides are arranged and set at any date and time and anybody can book it. French, German, Spanish, and Russian-speaking guides are subject to request and availability.

Tour Highlights

Gilead, Roman Decapolis, Roman temples, Churches and Colonnaded streets, Rabad Castle, Qalʻat ar-Rabad

Itinerary

7:00 AM – Depart from your hotel and begin your journey to Jerash.

10:30 AM – Arrive at Jerash at and begin visiting the ancient remains with your professional guide.
See the Temple of Artemis, Oval Plaza, Hippodrome, and other attractions.

01:30 PM – In Jerash, have a great lunch at a local restaurant.

02:30 PM – Leave Jerash and proceed to Ajloun.

03.:30 PM – Come at Ajloun Castle at 3:30 PM for a guided tour of the ancient site.

05:00 PM – Leave Ajloun for the return trip to your accommodation.

Please keep in mind that this schedule is only a recommendation and that it may be modified based on your preferences and time restrictions. Also, timeframes may change due to traffic and other external variables. Your guide will make sure you have enough time to visit each place and get the most out of your day tour.

The program includes

Meet and pick up from your hotel.
Transfers by modern a / c vehicles .
Entrance fees to the sites.
Lunch.
A bottle of mineral water for each person inside the vehicle.
Services of English-speaking guide.

The program does not include

Personal travel Insurance expenses.
Tips / gratuities.
Government tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
Optional excursions and activities (are subject to availability).
Any beverages with meals, unless mentioned and upon request.
Carriages and camel rides.
Extra costs due to unanticipated changes in the itinerary for reasons beyond our control.
Any other items not listed in the “includes”.

Tour options

Optional activities are subject to availability.
Optional private or onsite local guides.
Guides in languages other than English are available upon request and subject to availability.
Optional special private vehicles are available upon request.

Changes overview

The itinerary may change due to unanticipated circumstances, factors beyond our control, or at the guide’s discretion.

Important notes

Staying Healthy
The time frame for this tour is approximate and subject to change according to the client’s preference.
The tour itinerary is subject to change due to factors beyond our control and event of unforeseen circumstances or at the guide’s discretion.
In the event of an increase in fuel prices, Via Jordan Travel & Tours reserves the right to raise the prices for its services without prior notice.
Optional excursions and activities are subject to availability.
Optional special private vehicles available upon request.
Copies of your passports are required in advance to issue port permits (if needed).
You need to take your passport or a good quality photocopy of it with you.
Reservations made less than 20 working days before the start of the service may be subject to change.
Your booking is confirmed only upon the provision of 50% prepayment.
Using sufficient amount of sun protection lotion is essential for avoiding sun burn.

Dress Code

Dress appropriately for the weather.
In order to protect oneself from the blazing summer heat, you should use caps, sunscreen lotion, and loose, cool clothing.

Site topography

Jerash is located in the north of the country on a rather vast territory.

Walking distance

A moderate amount of walking is expected.