
Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 36 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman worth booking?
Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman is a 5-hour experience in Amman, Jordan, from $107 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 36 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (36)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $107 per person
Discover ancient civilizations from the Roman Empire and beyond on this private half-day tour to Jerash Greco-Roman city from Amman. Follow your private 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. Optional cooking class in a local restaurant at Jerash. Return to your Amman hotel.
What you get
About this experience
Discover ancient civilizations from the Roman Empire and beyond on this private half-day tour to Jerash Greco-Roman city from Amman. Follow your private 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. Optional cooking class in a local restaurant at Jerash. Return to your Amman hotel.
What's included
Included
- English-Speaking Driver
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit Jerash (Spanish-French by request-availability)
- Optional Cooking Class in a local restaurant at Jerash; if option selected
- Entrance fees to Jerash Roman Ruins; if option Jordan Pass not selected
- On board WI-FI
- Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
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
- Any other service not mentioned
What you'll see and do
Amman
Begin your private tour with a pick up from your central Amman hotel, and travel by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Jerash with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide.
60 minutes here
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
120 minutes here · Admission included
Oval Plaza
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. 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, you have the option to upgrade your experience with an optional cooking class in a local restaurant at Jerash. 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 with Amman Panoramic
Classic visit of Jerash with Amman Panoramic tour. Pickup included
With Cooking Class at Jerash
Classic Jerash Tour with additional Cooking Class Experience at Jerash Pickup included
Jerash Tour
Half Day Classic Visit of Jerash. Pickup included
Tour For Jordan Pass Holders
Classic visit of Jerash without entrance fees for clients who purchased Jordan Pass. Pickup included
Tour with Lunch
Half Day Classic Visit of Jerash with Lunch. 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
- Every day
- 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.
- For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination.
- 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, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
- 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 36 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
36 verified traveler reviews for Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly Recommended Tour of Jerash
Mahmoud Issa did a wonderful job with pick up at Sheraton Hotel and drive to and from Jerash. The on site guide also was superb - and patient! Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing ZTT and for this wonderful review of your stay. Our aim is always to provide a first-class service, and our professional and dedicated team go the extra mile to ensure our travelers have a memorable stay. It is rewarding to know that our efforts at continuous improvement, are being recognized. We look forward to welcoming you back with us in Jordan for many unforgettable moments to you, your friends, and family. I appreciate the time and effort in sharing your experience.
via Tripadvisor
Great roman ruins
Nice tour, driver Bader was particularly nice, sharp on time and very kind. Jerash is a wonderful site if you like Roman ruins, as they are well preserved.
Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.
via Viator
Good experience but extremely overpriced
Basel, our driver was great! He was very punctual picking us up/dropping us off to our local tour guide. We felt very safe in the car with him. The local guide was knowledge, but we had higher expectations given the cost of the private tour. For a fraction of the price, you can take your own taxi from Amman and pay a local guide to show you Jerash for cheap. Highly recommend to do this on your own instead of through a private tour.
Response from the operator: We regret to know that your experience fell short of your expectations on the price, despite your comments of the excellent service provided from us of our English Speaking Driver in a modern sedan new vehicle with AC, water, and WIFI. Your opinion is very important to us, and was well noticed as well as valued. However, please take note our prices are very well studied since the prices we offer are value for money service, as we are not the most expensive nor the least expensive; especially when it comes to private services we just nail it! Since this is a private tour all-inclusive as mentioned under inclusions, it should be differed than doing it on travelers own, especially as you mention the elements of safety, punctuality, and knowledge. These items sum it all for us! Thank you.
via Viator
You cannot go wrong hiring their tours.
The Zaid travel agency made sure the pickup and Dropoff were prompt and they were dependable. They took care of all the trip arrangements and made sure we were comfortable throughout the trip. Really enjoyed everything they had arranged. Frank and Mary
Response from the operator: Thank you for your comments and for sharing your experience with us. The nicest complement that our team can get is your desire to return to Jordan with us. We are truly happy to learn that you enjoyed your holiday with us and even, it was difficult to leave. What a complement indeed! Looking forward to your next visit.
via Viator
Cultural & Historical Day out
Our driver Bada, picked us up from the Intercontinental Amman on time & drove us to Jerash. He was very helpful & obliging, guiding us through the hoards of touts & sellers. Bada introduced us to our guide Hamid. He led a fascinating tour of Jerash, he was very knowledgeable, friendly and always ready to answer question. At the end od the tour Bada met us, buying us water & juice, he drove us back to Amman and dropped us off in the down town area
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
- Every day
- Price range
- $107 to $347
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 13
- 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 runsWhy this scores 68
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Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amman.
How much does Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman cost?
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Prices start at $107 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 36 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman?
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Around 13 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea 4 Days 3 nights, From Amman :Private or Group Full day tour to Petra. 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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What is included in Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman?
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Included: English-Speaking Driver; Hotel pick up and drop off; Local English-Speaking Guide for the classic visit Jerash (Spanish-French by request-avail; Optional Cooking Class in a local restaurant at Jerash; if option selected; 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman?
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Across 36 reviews averaging 4.7 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 Private Half Day Jerash Visit & Optional Cooking Class from Amman?
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There are 5 options to choose from, including Tour with Amman Panoramic, With Cooking Class at Jerash, Jerash Tour, Tour For Jordan Pass Holders. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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