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his Umm Qais, Jerash and Ajloun Castle from Amman day tour brings together three of northern Jordan’s most important historical stops in one organized day. After pickup from your hotel or designated meeting point in Amman, travel north to Umm Qais, ancient Gadara, where archaeological remains and hilltop views overlook the Sea of Galilee and surrounding landscape. Jordan’s official tourism information also highlights Umm Qais for its colonnaded street and surviving theaters.
Continue to Jerash to explore the Oval Plaza, Cardo Maximus, Temple of Artemis and ancient theaters before stopping for an included lunch. The final visit is Ajloun Castle, the 12th-century hilltop fortress built by Izz al-Din Usama, one of Saladin’s generals. Your day concludes with the return journey to Amman, with transportation, entrance fees and an English-speaking guide included in the package.
Begin with pickup from your hotel or a designated meeting point in Amman and meet your English-speaking guide. Travel northwest for approximately two hours to Umm Qais, the site of ancient Gadara. Explore its archaeological remains, including the theater, colonnaded street and mausoleum, while enjoying wide views toward the Sea of Galilee, the Golan Heights and the Yarmouk River Valley.
Continue south to Jerash, approximately 1.5 hours away. Walk through the archaeological site and visit the Oval Plaza, Cardo Maximus, Temple of Artemis and the North and South Theaters. Take time to explore the surviving Roman-era architecture before continuing with the day.
Stop for an included lunch at a local restaurant, then drive approximately 45 minutes to Ajloun Castle. Built in 1184 by Izz al-Din Usama, one of Saladin’s generals, the fortress occupied an important strategic position in northern Jordan. Explore its towers, chambers and ramparts while learning about its military role and architecture.
After the castle visit, return to Amman, with the drive taking approximately 1.5 hours. Drop-off at your hotel or designated point concludes the tour.
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