Full day private tour from Amman to the Roman ruins of Jerash and the dramatically situated Umm Qais (ancient Gadara), perched on a promontory overlooking the Sea of Galilee, the Golan Heights and the Jordan Valley. Private vehicle for 1–3 persons in a sedan, 4–7 in an SUV or H1 van.
Highlights
- The Roman ruins of Jerash — the best-preserved in the region
- Umm Qais (ancient Gadara) overlooking the Sea of Galilee
- Dramatic views of the Golan Heights and Jordan Valley
- Black basalt and white limestone architecture
- Private vehicle with English-speaking driver
What to expect
A day among some of the best-preserved Roman ruins anywhere. You will walk the colonnaded Oval Plaza, the Cardo and the South Theatre of Jerash, with Hadrian’s Arch and the Hippodrome near the entrance. Many tours continue to the 12th-century Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin’s general, for panoramic views over olive groves and the Jordan Valley. The ground is uneven stone with little shade, so start early in summer and carry water.