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Private Tour, Jerash and Amman City Tour

By R&H VIP Transportation Services
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$266 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Witness the classical antiquities of Amman and Jerash on this 7-hour private tour. Travelling between the sites with your driver in an air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the sun-burnished ancient ruins of Amman Citadel, see the city’s stellar Roman amphitheatre, a 6,000-seater stadium from the 2nd century. Drive to the spectacular ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East’s best-preserved Roman cities. Stroll around the semi-crumbled temples, fountains, column-ringed Oval Plaza and other relics as your driver tells fascinating stories of the city, once a prosperous outpost of the Roman Empire.  At the ticket office you always  have an option to have a guide with you (additional fee)  or you can walk around each location on your own using your guide book.

Activity location

  • Jerash Ruins
    • Jerash, Jordan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Jerash Ruins
    • Jerash, Jordan

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Transport Only
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Duration: 8 hours
Normal Saloon / Mini Van
Transport Only : This tour is only Transport, without local guide at sites or entry fees to sites
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$265.90 x 1 AdultNZ$265.90

Total
Price is NZ$265.90
Until Mon, 28 Jul
With entry fees
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Wit Entry : Entry fees are included in this option for all sites mentioned
Duration: 8 hours
Transport Type: Saloon / MiniVan / MiniBus
recommendation : Explore each site deeper with optional local guides (not included).
Pickup included

Price details
NZ$324.07 x 1 AdultNZ$324.07

Total
Price is NZ$324.07
Until Mon, 28 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's includedWiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntry Fees to Sites
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLocal Guide Optional

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Jerash Ruins
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Jerash is an ancient Roman city that is one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the Middle East. It is located about 48 kilometres north of Amman and can be reached by bus or taxi. The city was founded in the 2nd century BC and flourished under Roman rule. It was a major centre of trade and commerce, and its well-preserved ruins include temples, theatres, baths, and colonnaded streets. Some of the highlights of Jerash include: The Arch of Hadrian: This triumphal arch was built to commemorate the visit of the Roman emperor Hadrian in 129 AD. The Temple of Artemis: This temple was dedicated to the Greek goddess Artemis and is one of the largest and best-preserved Roman temples in the Middle East. The South Theatre: This Theatre was built in the 2nd century AD and could seat up to 5,000 people. It is still used for concerts and performances today.
The Citadel
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
• Ascend the Amman Citadel, a hilltop perch offering panoramic views of the city and housing remnants of civilisations from the Neolithic era to the Ottoman Empire. • Discover the grandeur of the Roman Empire at the Roman Theatre, a 6,000-seat amphitheatre still hosting cultural events today. • Immerse yourself in Islamic history at the King Abdullah I Mosque, a majestic blue-domed landmark in the heart of the city. • Browse the vibrant tapestry of the Souq Jara, a traditional marketplace overflowing with spices, handicrafts, and local treasures.
Roman Theatre
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Carved into the hillside of Jabal Al-Jozfah, the Roman Theatre in Amman, stands as a testament to the ancient city's grandeur. Built around 161 AD during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius, this 6,000-seat amphitheatre has echoed with the cheers of audiences for centuries. Awe-inspiring Architecture: Imagine ascending the 44 tiers of limestone seats, each level offering a breathtaking vista of the city below. The stage facade, adorned with Corinthian columns & intricate carvings, transports you back to the days of gladiatorial combats & theatrical performances A Stage for History From its initial purpose as a centre for entertainment & public gatherings, the theatre has witnessed centuries of historical events. In the Byzantine era, it served as a Christian church, & later, under Ottoman rule, it became a marketplace.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESJerash Ruins
    • Jerash, Jordan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEJerash Ruins
    • Jerash, Jordan

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