What to do and see in Amman, Amman Governorate: The Best Cultural Tours

January 16, 2022 Layne Dawes

Amman's layered history is reflected in its diverse people and its varied architecture. Home to numerous churches and mosques, the city is home to a multidenominational and multicultural population. Even within the midst of the ultra-modern commercial center of the city there is evidence of its ancient roots, with colorful ancient souks, Roman ruins, cultural museums and monuments painting a picture of the history of the region.
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1. Jordan 4-Day Weekend Getaway from Amman

Amman, Amman, Amman Governorate Destination Jordan
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The best tour for a long weekend: Your hotel accommodations with breakfast daily, a private car and driver to sit back and enjoy the country, plus your site fees is the best value tour for Jordan. Explore the ancient country of Jordan on an exciting 4-day tour of the top landmarks while staying at a comfortable hotel in the heart of the city’s capital. Your tour starts and ends with a round trip airport transfer by friendly driver who are professional on what they do best. This excellent Jordan tour visits key sites.. Start and end your tour in Amman, a mix of the old and the new, then relax and recharge your body at the Dead Sea at the lowest spot on earth. Check off the 'bucket list' with a tour of the red rock city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and New Wonder of the World.

Inclusions: Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation at a 4 star hotel either a single or double room, Daily breakfast, Private Rountrip hotel pick up and drop off, Transport by private vehicle, Entrance to the Citadel and Roman Theater , Entrance to Petra and a Local Petra Guide , Entrance to Wadi Rum and a Bedouin Jeep Tour , Entrance to the Dead Sea with Lunch and Towel Service, Airport pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Airline tickets, Dinner, Swimsuits for the Dead Sea

Reviewed By M7175ENchristiana

I spent 8 amazing days in Jordan with the help of Destination Jordan, Mona and our wonderful guide and driver. Our group went to the Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, a boat tour on the The Red Sea, Jerash and Amman. Putting a trip like this together would have been so difficult for me being in the states but they did a first class job. They even took us to the best local restaurants. This would be perfect for groups or families. Jordan has so much to offer visitors with all of its beautiful sites, food and culture. I always felt safe and more than taken care of with our host and guide looking after everything. I couldn’t recommend Destination Jordan and visiting Jordan enough.

2. Two Days Tour: Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Petra, starting and ending in Amman

Booking Jordan Tours
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You only have two days to see Jordan? This is an opportunity to see the highlights, Dead Sea, Wadi Rum desert and Petra. An English speaking driver takes you in a private vehicle from place to place. Have fun by floating on the salty waters of the Dead Sea, explore by jeep the desert and discover the amazing rock city of Petra. 

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle with English speaking driver (WiFi and mineral water on board)., 2.5 hours jeep ride Wadi Rum

Exclusions: Entrance fees (70 $USD Petra, 7 $USD Wadi Rum, 30 $USD Dead Sea Beach Use), Accommodation in Petra, Guide fees (local guide in Petra for 2 hours 70 $USD), Travel Insurance, Meals and beverage

Reviewed By Footprints69201

Petra was amazing. The whole trip was amazing. Such a beautiful country. I'd definitely refined for all my friends to go there

3. Jordan Family Holiday

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Don't miss this chance of enjoying Jordan family holiday to see the ancient city of Petra, float into the Dead Sea, enjoy an evening under the stars in Wadi Rum, get deep into the warm desert and experience a fantastic desert camp with your joyful family with Jordan private tours.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast

Exclusions: Entry visa to Jordan

Reviewed By melaza87

wow every things was amazing it was an unforgettable experience the hotel service is the best I was surprised

4. 8-Night Best of Jordan Tour: Jerash, Petra with Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Overnight

Zaid Tours and Travel
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Discover Jerash,Dead Sea,Petra,and the unique desert of Wadi Rum;all in one on this fabulous 8-night never forgetting tour of Jordan with an expert local driver-guide.Explore Amman white city;admire its impressive ancient area with the contrast of the modern city.Learn about the enthralling history during the time of the Roman Empire in Jerash.Float in the Dead Sea’s salty waters.Visit Madaba Saint George Church learning of the city’s biblical sites.Take in panoramic views over the Jordan Valley from Mount Nebo.Enjoy a full day sightseeing in UNESCO–listed Red Rose City of Petra,and explore the desert of Wadi Rum in style by a 4x4 for a 2-hour jeep ride to enjoy the marvelous colors of this unique shaped valley of moon.Choose from 3,4,and 5-star hotel accommodation:4 Amman,2 Petra,1 Wadi Rum,1 Dead Sea with breakfast and dinner.Hotels are centrally located,allowing you to get a feel for these contrasting cities.Arrival and departure airport transfers are included for your convenience!

Inclusions: Meet and assist upon arrival, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Arrival and Departure Airport Transfers , Transport by leisure air-conditioned vehicle with English-Speaking Driver , Seat in Coach - Small Joined Group Service , 8 nights’ accommodation as per itinerary and hotel option booked, Meals as per program (B=breakfast, D=dinner) 8 - Breakfast and 8 - Dinner, Entrance fees to the mentioned sites and Classic 2 Hour Jeep Tour Visit at Wadi Rum, Local English-Speaking Guide:Jerash,Madaba,Mount Nebo,Petra(Spanish & French subject to availability, Free visa exemption service applies:minimum 48 hours stay in Jordan, for non-restricted nationality, Once program is booked, contact the local operator and send your passport copies., Accommodations: 4-nights Amman, 2-nights Petra, 1-night Wadi Rum, and 1-night Dead Sea

Exclusions: Meals (Lunches), not specified in the program, Beverages, Gratuities – recommended, Personal expenses, Anything else not mentioned

Reviewed By Ludovl

This excursion is very well organized the driver is very nice After a little tour in Amman, he takes you breakfast of excellent falafel then departure for Petra there a French speaking guide was waiting for me he was very friendly and very knowledgeable the visit with him was very interesting the site is beautiful With the wadi rum m, these are the two things impossible not to do if you are in Jordan I advise you to do it with this operator, the organization is perfect and the attention to the customer maximum.

5. Amman City Tour & Food Tour Combo

Jafra Cafe, Complex No 15, Prince Mohammad St 15, Amman, Jordan Jordan Insight
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If you are wondering what to do in amman, and looking for places to visit in amman this amman city tour is the best option for you, the tour has a unique mix between food and culture experiences focused in the downtown part of Amman, a chance that you will get to eat and explore the city at the same time. - You will get to eat & taste Multiple Authentic Jordanian's Food and drinks in restaurants more than 90 years old. So make sure to come hungry ;) - Discover hidden spots & shops in the downtown and experience the city vibes while walking in downtown. - You will get to visit and explore the magnificent Roman Amphitheater. - Entrance tickets included - Dining charges included - Mix with locals and understand the Jordanian culture and history. - Ideal for families and couples.

Inclusions: Food and Snacks ( 5 Experiences ) , Water , Coffe, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance Tickets

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation

6. Jordan tour 5D-4N

Travellers International - Day Tours
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Visit Amman Citadel , ancient ruins of Jerash, St. George Church in Madaba, the monastery of Mt. Nebo, Kerak Castle and the rose red city of Petra.

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation in Amman and One night in Petra at 3* hotel based on Bed and breakfast, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transfers in A/C deluxe car with English speaking driver during the tour and Fuel, Local English speaking tour guide in Petra and Jerash for 2 hours at each site, Entrance fees to the mentioned sites , Airport pick up /Drop off, 4 Breakfast meals included ( Day 2- 5 ), 4 Dinner meals included ( Day 1- 4 ), 2 small bottles of mineral water / per person per day

Exclusions: Visa & Departure tax, Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips and Gratuities (recommended), Insurance, Any services not mentioned above., Airline tickets

Reviewed By larrytK2583HH

An excellent tour visiting Madaba, Mt Nebo and the Dead Sea - exceeded our expectations. All tour entries were covered and driver was knowledgeable and spoke English well - note they do not accompany you through the sites. Most pleasing, and not obvious in their website overview is that lunch and swimming in the Dead Sea is at a private hotel on the Dead Sea. Lunch was a superb spread in the restaurant overlooking the Dead Sea, and change rooms and showers were good. Swimming in the Dead Sea was a fantastic experience. A great day out. Only downside is that communication with the tour group is very difficult - we did not receive notification of a change of start time of 2 hours until 15 minutes beforehand. We had actually started to book another tour through our hotel - luckily we were able to cancel this at no penalty. Emails beforehand to clarify details of the tour went unanswered.

7. Best of Jordan Tour Amman Petra and Dead Sea with Camping at Wadi Rum

Look at Jordan Tours
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Best of Jordan Tour Lawrence of Arabia Discover Petra and the Dead Sea with Wadi Rum in 7 Days follow in the footsteps of T.E. Lawrence as you ride on the Hejaz Railway, explore the lost city of Petra and Wadi Rum alongside a Bedouin guide. Capping your visit off with a therapeutic dip in the Dead Sea. • Explore the highlights of Jordan with a luxury stay. • Visit the lost city of Petra With Horse Ride • Jeep Safari in Wadi Rum • Float in The Dead Sea an amazing experience • Explore around Amman city • Explore Aqaba the only water gate of Jordan The Highlights : 6 Nights Hotel Accommodation B&B English Speaking Guide Entrance Fees All transportation in destination location All Taxes Applicable Airport Pick & Drop Off (Around the Clock) All transportation in private Vehicle Wadi Rum Jeep Safari 2 Hours Horse Ride in Petra

Inclusions: 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Jacqicollen83

Look at Egypt tours- an amazing bespoke trip for Jordan Fayrouz in Look at Egypt tours helped us to plan an amazing week trip in Jordan. She was very knowledgeable and gave excellent advice. Muahmmed was our driver guide he was very helpful and has sens of humor, One of the highlights of the trip was the best visit to Petra he was able to give us a deeper understanding of Jordan culture and tradition I can't praise Look at Egypt tours too highly and would highly recommend them. They are excellent

8. 6 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Baptism Site Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

Jordan Private Tours and Travel
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Enjoy a 6-day private tour starting with Amman city tour. Madaba city & churches (oldest churches in the world) and the Baptism site, Mount Nebo: the place where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land. A visit to two of the largest Greek-Roman ruins on the world: Jerash & Umm Qais, Karak Castle via Kings Way / Wadi Al-Mujib. Petra & Little Petra: The New seven wonders site. Wadi Rum: You Won't believe how much the desert is beautiful till you see it. Visit of the Red Sea at Gulf of Aqaba and move afterwards to the Dead Sea and spend the night. Spend two nights  in Amman,  one night at  Petra, one night at the Dead Sea (Breakfast Included). Also sleep overnight at a Bedouin camp at Wadi Rum including dinner & breakfast with Jeep tour. Entrance fees and local guides at each attraction are NOT included unless directly specified under tour options. This tour has different options for hotels and can be selected while booking

Inclusions: English-speaking driver in a Modern private vehicle with A/C, Hotels : Two nights in Amman, one night in Petra and one night at the Dead Sea (Breakfast included on all hotels), One night at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum including dinner and breakfast., 2 Hours Jeep Safari Tour at Rum Valley with bottled water, This tour has different options, and this is the basic set of inclusions , each option you select would indicate directly what is upgraded or added to the tour ( and the hotel rating), Aqaba city is skipped during winter time due to short day light - Nov to end of March.

Exclusions: Local tour guides at the sites and entry fees, Meals and other expenses

Reviewed By 269lorenad

I never take the time to write a review because I am never really impressed. Jordan Private Tours changed my mind! I was blown away by their flexibility to change things and their quick response, not to mention they allowed us to customize our private tour and their friendliness! My husband and I travelled to Jordan in late April 2021 and had Ja’far Iskek as our guide and driver throughout our visit. We visited Amman, Jarash, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Throughout, Ja'far provided great insight into the history of the areas and took care of us. He also provided cold water bottles in the car and not to mention WIFI in the car as well. Visiting Joran was definitely a trip of a lifetime! We will cherish our memories forever! Thank you so much for the hospitality. I highly recommend Jordan Private Tours and Ja'far Iskek! Thanks!

9. 4-Day Tour from Amman: Amman, Nebo, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead sea

Jordan Private Tours and Travel
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Enjoy a 4-day small group tour to the Baptism site at Jordan River, Madaba city churches, Mount Nebo, Jerash, Ajloun Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, Red Sea at Gulf of Aqaba (During summer season only) and the Dead Sea. Spend two nights in Amman in 3* rated hotels (rooms are single, double or triple beds), including breakfast. Also sleep overnight at a Bedouin camp at Wadi Rum including dinner and breakfast. Entrance fees and local guide services at each attraction are NOT included. The order of sites visit days might change depends on our tours schedule. Accommodation is not shared with other group parties ( Separate rooms for separate bookings).  NB: Aqaba city is skipped in winter time due to short day light ( November to end of March)

Inclusions: English-speaking driver in a Modern private vehicle with A/C., 2 nights in Amman in 3* hotels with breakfast 1 night in Bedouin camp in Rum + dinner and breakfast, 2 Hours Jeep Tour at Rum Valley with bottled water (Bedouin cars), Hotel Pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Local tour guides at the sites, Entry Fees. Travelers are recomended to buy Jordan Pass which covers most of the sites + Visa Fees, Meals and other expensis. , Aqaba city on the Red sea is skipped during winter time due to short day light (Nov to March) , Tips to the driver are expected and highly recommended.

Reviewed By 269lorenad

I never take the time to write a review because I am never really impressed. Jordan Private Tours changed my mind! I was blown away by their flexibility to change things and their quick response, not to mention they allowed us to customize our private tour and their friendliness! My husband and I travelled to Jordan in late April 2021 and had Ja’far Iskek as our guide and driver throughout our visit. We visited Amman, Jarash, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. Throughout, Ja'far provided great insight into the history of the areas and took care of us. He also provided cold water bottles in the car and not to mention WIFI in the car as well. Visiting Joran was definitely a trip of a lifetime! We will cherish our memories forever! Thank you so much for the hospitality. I highly recommend Jordan Private Tours and Ja'far Iskek! Thanks!

10. Classic 6 Days Jordan Tour without Hotels

Petra Nights Tours Jordan
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Discover Jordan on a full private tour covering the most popular attractions like Jerash, the King’s Way, Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea. You have the service of own guides on the Citadel in Amman, in Jerash and in Petra. Get insider tips from your experienced English speaking driver throughout your holiday. To give you flexibility hotels and entrance fees are not included.

Inclusions: Transfers in a/c, new vehicle with English speaking driver (WiFi and mineral water on board), English speaking local guide in Jerash (1 hour), on Amman Citadel (45 minutes), in Petra (2 hours), 3 hours jeep ride in Wadi Rum

Exclusions: Entry visa Jordan and Travel Insurance, Accommodation and entrance fees, Meals, beverage, tips and private expenses

Reviewed By cornermail

Booked a transfer last December 2019 with this company and they were able to provide us transfer even on a short time notice. We travelled with kids (8 & 5) ,they provide car seat with additional charges, the van was clean and comfortable. Driver was patiently waiting us after the immigration at the border and was friendly especially to our kids. If you are looking for a hassle -free and comfortable transfer from the border to the city, they are definitely the company where to book to.

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