Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman
Amman, Jordan

Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman

Outty Ranking 61 4.6 · 5 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $83
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Outty Ranking

61/100

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Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman worth booking?

Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman is a 5-hour experience in Amman, Jordan, from $83 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (5)
Duration
5 hours
From
$83 per person

Discover ancient civilizations from the Roman Empire and beyond on this half-day tour to Jerash Greco-Roman city from Amman joining a small group. Follow your guide through the streets of Jerash, widely considered among the best-preserved of all the world’s ancient Roman cities of the Decapolis. Admire plazas, temples, theaters, and colonnaded avenues once abuzz with life under Roman rule. Discover settlements dating from the Bronze and Iron Age, and gaze back over 2,500 years of human occupation. With your private guide to lead the way, choose your route to see the attractions of most interest. Return to your Amman hotel.

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover ancient civilizations from the Roman Empire and beyond on this half-day tour to Jerash Greco-Roman city from Amman joining a small group. Follow your guide through the streets of Jerash, widely considered among the best-preserved of all the world’s ancient Roman cities of the Decapolis. Admire plazas, temples, theaters, and colonnaded avenues once abuzz with life under Roman rule. Discover settlements dating from the Bronze and Iron Age, and gaze back over 2,500 years of human occupation. With your private guide to lead the way, choose your route to see the attractions of most interest. Return to your Amman hotel.

    What's included

    Included

    • English-Speaking Driver
    • Hotel pick up and drop off
    • Local English-Speaking Guide for classic visit of Jerash (Spanish-French by request-availability)
    • Seat in Coach transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
    • Entrance fees to Jerash Roman Ruins; if option Jordan Pass not selected
    • On board WI-FI

    Not included

    • All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
    • All type of beverages
    • All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver and Local Guide) – Recommended
    • Personal Expenses
    • Anything else not mentioned

    What you'll see and do

    1. Jerash

      You will be picked up from your hotel in Amman to join a small group to visit Jerash with a private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.

      60 minutes here

    2. Jerash Ruins

      Wander among the original temples, theaters, plazas, paths, and colonnaded streets; all enclosed within the remaining city walls. Within the city walls have been found the remains of settlements dating from the Bronze Age, the Iron Age, the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Umayyad and Abbasid periods, indicating human occupation at this location for more than 2,500 years. A local English-Speaking Guide will be included for your classic 2 hours visit of this Roman Decapolis City of Jerash. This ancient city was one of the most prosperous in the Roman Empire, and was covered by sand for centuries until its remnants were discovered in 1806 A.D.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Oval Plaza

      Head through the ancient city gate and walk around the well-preserved ruins as your guide tells you tales about the city in its heyday. See its arches, theaters, and elegant colonnaded street. Snap photos of the stunning Oval Plaza, the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, as well as the intriguing egg-shaped public square framed by standing columns. After this amazing walking tour, return to Amman where your experience finishes with a drop-off at your hotel.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Tour For Jordan Pass Holders

      Classic Visit of Jerash seat in coach day tour from Amman without entrance fees for clients who purchased Jordan Pass. Pickup included

    • Tour with Lunch

      Half day classic visit of Jerash seat in coach with lunch at a local restaurant. Pickup included

    • Jerash Tour

      Half day classic visit of Jerash seat in coach Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Zaid Tours and Travel

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • If travelers select Jordan Pass option, clients should purchase Jordan Pass directly.
    • Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    WattsI · January 2025

    Reliable tour provider.

    Basel was great! He’s honest and responsive to any questions or queries. The tour provider was also flexible and responsible to pick me up from the correct hotel.

    Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.

    via Tripadvisor

    Rachael_G · May 2022

    Great 1/2 day to Jerash

    Wow! What an amazing site. It’s so well preserved and huge much bigger than we thought it would be. We spent about 2hrs in total here. Our driver set us up with a guide at the site. He explained all the history and it was nice to get to know what all the sites were would def recommend getting a guide to help you know what you’re looking at. We then had some time to explore ourselves before headed back to the shops. We heard the shops were very pushy but didn’t feel that way, everyone was nice and respectful of you said no (La in Arabic) and kept walking. There were some neat items but you can get better prices back in Amman touristic shops.

    Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.

    via Viator

    157annabelg · March 2022

    Great Excursion to Jerash!

    I highly recommend this great trip to Jerash. Basel, my driver, was very friendly, courteous and interesting to speak to en route to Jerash. My guide at Jerash was enthusiastic and excellent. Zaid Tours is a very well run operation, answering my questions promptly. Jerash is a very beautiful site and should not be missed.

    Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.

    via Tripadvisor

    thekellyD21 · August 2021

    Hasan for the win!!

    I normally don’t write reviews, but I felt compelled to let everyone know about my outstanding driver Hasan. He made my short stay in Jordan an a very pleasant experience. Very professional, clean car, excellent English and very nice conversation. If you are booking a tour or transfer with Ziad Tours, I would highly recommend you ask for Hasan!! You will not be disappointed! Thanks Hasan! See you next time!

    Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.

    via Tripadvisor

    susannehV8432ZA · August 2021

    Don’t miss it!

    Jerash was amazing! Thanks to our drivers advise we started early to avoid the afternoon heat. Just to think I was walking on the same ground that so many different civilization had trod was astounding!

    Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon
    Price range
    $83 to $115
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Zaid Tours and Travel, who run 67 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.1.

    See everything Zaid Tours and Travel runs

    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)45
    Listing quality (10% weight)79
    Local standing (8% weight)43
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amman.

    How much does Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman cost?

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    Prices start at $83 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amman usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amman is not rushed.

    Is Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amman, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amman can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amman and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amman within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Amman?

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    On Outty we rank every Amman experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include From Amman: Petra and Wadi rum Private/Group Full day Tour, From Amman :Private or Group Full day tour to Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea 4 Days 3 nights. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Amman?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Amman?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman?

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    Included: English-Speaking Driver; Hotel pick up and drop off; Local English-Speaking Guide for classic visit of Jerash (Spanish-French by request-availa; Seat in Coach transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of parti; and Entrance fees to Jerash Roman Ruins; if option Jordan Pass not selected. Not included: All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request); All type of beverages; All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver and Local Guide) – Recommended; and Personal Expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 195 listed pickup locations in and around Amman. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman offered in?

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    It is offered in English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; Clients with mobility issues, please contact us; and Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman?

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    Across 5 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Jerash Half-Day Trip from Amman?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including Tour For Jordan Pass Holders, Tour with Lunch, Jerash Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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