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The 15 Best Umm Qais & Northern Jordan Tours

27 tours  ·  from $43 a head

The far north looks out over the Sea of Galilee and the Golan from a hill of black basalt, and almost nobody goes. These 15 cover Umm Qais, Ajloun and the Jordan Valley road, with prices and which ones pair it with Jerash.

From Amman: Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour - Ajloun Castle: a short stop with a different story
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From Amman: Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour

1.Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 360 reviews · from $59Our pick

Travel privately from Amman to Jerash, with optional stops at Ajloun Castle and Umm Qais. Your English-speaking driver, such as Shadi, Anas, or Mohammad Bardaghawi, handles the road, timing, and hotel transfers. Add local guides and entrance fees if needed, and enjoy air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and bottled water.

“I had an great day with Shadi, he was an excellent driver! The tour of the 3 sites was very interesting, especially the mighty Jerash! Shadi also advised me on the most suitable tour for Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea and he arranged the booking for me. I am very glad I booked this tour, I highly recommend it!”

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Full-Day Tour: Umm Qais, Jerash, and Ajloun from Amman - Ajloun Castle changes the story
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Full-Day Tour: Umm Qais, Jerash, and Ajloun from Amman

2.Full-Day Tour: Umm Qais, Jerash, and Ajloun from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · from $89Top rated

Travel north from Amman with a private English-speaking driver to see Jerash’s Roman streets, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais above the Jordan Valley. You can arrange a local guide at the sites, with Jerash the best place to do so. Drivers such as Hassan, Mohammad, Amer, and Hani have earned praise for safe driving and useful local advice.

“This place is something. Jerash is way underrated. If you like ruins or ancient history, this is up your ally. Really cool place. When it says take 3 hours....do it....and bring a lot of water. The castle was neat, not an all day affair but neat. We didn't go to the last place because of Read more”

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Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais Day Trip - Jerash, where Rome still feels close
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Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais Day Trip

3.Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $62

Travel north from Amman with a private English-speaking driver to see Jerash’s Roman streets, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais. Local guides can be hired at each site for an extra fee. Expect a long day in a comfortable vehicle with Wi-Fi, bottled water, phone charging, and room for flexible stops.

“This was a road trip through the mountains of the north of Jordan. It was gorgeous country all the way up to Umm Qais and back down to Amman. Our driver, Muhammad, was great. He made sure to stop at different fruit and food vendors and teach us about the valleys wRead more”

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From Amman: Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour - Choosing between the three route options
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From Amman: Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour

4.Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · from $57

Travel privately from Amman with an English-speaking driver such as Omar, Ramzi, Safwat, or Anas. Choose Jerash alone, add Ajloun Castle, or continue to Umm Qais for wide views toward the Sea of Galilee and four countries. Site guides cost extra, so bring money if you want deeper historical detail.

“Amazing experience! Perfect day out we had Safwat as our guide je was very hospitable and kind would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking to visit Jordan.”

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From Amman: Private Full Day Tour Jerash Ajloun & Um Qais - Ajloun Castle and the wooded hills
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From Amman: Private Full Day Tour Jerash Ajloun & Um Qais

5.Private Full Day Tour Jerash Ajloun & Um Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $85

Travel north from Amman with a private English-speaking driver to visit Roman Jerash, Saladin’s Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais above the Sea of Galilee. You set the pace at each site, with Wi-Fi, bottled water, and hotel pickup included. Entry tickets are optional, and local guides are not included.

“Essam was a great driver/guide stopped and showed us places not on the itinerary but along the way. Very very happy with the tour. Strongly recommend this tour and if you get Essam it's a real bonus to your tour. Shukran”

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Day Tour Jerash - Ajloun and Um Qais From Amman - Three hours among the ruins of Jerash
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Day Tour Jerash – Ajloun and Um Qais From Amman

6.Day Tour Jerash – Ajloun and Um Qais From Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $43Best value

This private Amman day trip takes you to Roman Jerash, Saladin’s Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais, where four-country views meet ancient ruins. Your English-speaking driver, such as Mohammed, Ahmad, Omar, or Younes, handles the long drives, hotel pickup, and timing. Choose one, two, or all three sites, and hire local guides at the entrances if you want fuller explanations.

“I had a fantastic day trip to Jerash! My driver, Mr. Oday, was incredibly kind and professional throughout the journey. He shared so much insight into the history of Amman and pointed out important landmarks along the way, which made the drive both informative and enjoyable. The visit to Jerash itself was absolutely phenomenal—the ancient ruins are breathtaking and truly worth experiencing in person. Everything was smooth and well-organized, and I felt very well taken care of. I highly recommend this trip, especially with Mr. Oday as your driver. It was an unforgettable experience!”

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Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman - Ajloun Castle: a medieval fortress on the hill
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Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman

7.Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $52

Travel from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver such as Omar, stopping at Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais. You get hotel or airport pickup, Wi-Fi, bottled water, and central drop-off. Entry fees and a local guide cost extra, so plan for a self-guided day.

“Generally it is good. The driver Omar is a great guy - friendly, chatty, accommodating. Thank you for his great service.”

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Private Day Trip to Jerash, Umm Qais and Ajloun Castle from Amman - Umm Qais and the view beyond the ruins
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Private Day Trip to Jerash, Umm Qais and Ajloun Castle from Amman

8.Private Day Trip to Jerash, Umm Qais and Ajloun Castle from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $118

Travel from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Umm Qais, Ajloun Castle, and Jerash. Your English-speaking driver, such as Saad, Raed, or Alaa, handles the road and timing, while local site guides can be hired separately. The day offers fine flexibility, but three distant sights make for a long outing.

“We had a wonderful trip with Saad, our guide. The itinerary is great. This is the second trip we had with him. He is knowledgeable and very friendly - he bought local fruits and cucumbers for us to taste. When we were passing his mothRead more”

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From Amman: Jerash, Umm Qais, and Jesus' Cave Private Trip - Umm Qais and the old city of Gadara
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From Amman: Jerash, Umm Qais, and Jesus’ Cave Private Trip

9.Jerash, Umm Qais, and Jesus’ Cave Private Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 10 hours · from $87

Travel north from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to see Roman Jerash, the hilltop ruins of Umm Qais, and the cave linked by local belief to Jesus. Drivers such as Wail, Omar, Yuones, Mohamed, and Bardaghawi have earned praise for kind service, flexible stops, and useful local help. Entry fees, lunch, and a guide are optional add-ons.

“Yuones was super nice and friendly. And the visit was wonderful. Jordan is a wonderful country !”

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Full Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman - Umm Qais and the view beyond the ruins
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Full Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman

10.Full Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $72

This private 9 to 10-hour outing links Roman Jerash, Saladin-era Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais from Amman. An English-speaking driver, hotel or airport pickup, bottled water, air-conditioning, and onboard Wi-Fi are included. A local guide, site tickets, and lunch cost extra, so plan for those additions before you book.

“This was truly an unforgettable experience! The tour took us through three amazing historical sites, each offering something unique. Jerash felt like walking through a living museum—its Roman ruins are incredibly well preserved. Ajloun Castle had breathtaking panoramic Read more”

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Trip to Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais - Ajloun Castle and the change from Rome to the Crusades
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Trip to Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais

11.Trip to Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

This private day trip from Amman links Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Um Qais in 8 to 12 hours. Your driver handles the route, hotel pickup is offered, and WiFi is available in the vehicle. Drivers named in customer feedback include Bassam, Aneese, and Haroun. Entrance fees are paid separately, and local guides can be requested at each site.

“Nice car rental. Highly recommend. Everybody so helpful and kind. The car which we received was total fine so we totally satiesfied with them.”

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Full day Tour Jerash، Ajloun and Um Qais from Amman - Ajloun Castle: A Shorter Stop With a Different Story
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Full day Tour Jerash، Ajloun and Um Qais from Amman

12.Full day Tour Jerash، Ajloun and Um Qais from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $95

Travel north from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to explore Jerash’s Roman ruins, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais. The day lasts about 8 to 9 hours and includes bottled water, onboard WiFi, and private transport. Drivers such as Hassan, Fadi, Yazan, and Safwat have been praised for friendly service and helpful local insight.

“We were lucky enough to have the amazing driver Hassan Al- Khatib - from the Al-Anarmark office! You will be treated to the best driver for this tour!”

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From Amman :Private full day tour to Jerash ,Ajoune and Um Qais - Ajloun Castle: a quieter change of pace
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From Amman :Private full day tour to Jerash ,Ajoune and Um Qais

13.Private full day tour to Jerash ,Ajoune and Um Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $88

Spend 9 to 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver exploring Jerash’s Roman ruins, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais. Drivers such as Iyad, Fadi, Ziad, Ramzi, Samer, and Mustafa are praised for thoughtful advice and flexible pacing. Bottled water, WiFi, and private transport are included. Lunch and entry tickets may cost extra.

“My driver Iyad was a true gentleman — very knowledgeable and respectful. The team messaged me the night before to confirm everything, which gave me peace of mind. The sites were stunning and less crowded than I expected. I learned so much and enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend this tour for curious travelers!”

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Full Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais From Amman - Umm Qais and the view beyond the ruins
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Full-Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais From Amman

14.Full-Day Tour Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais From Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $50

Travel privately from Amman or the airport to Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais in northern Jordan. You get an English-speaking driver, Wi-Fi, water, and hotel drop-off, but entry tickets and local guides cost extra. Drivers such as Oday, Faisal, Ahmad, and Moataz have been praised for friendly service.

“Highly recommend this tour! Visiting Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais in one day is an amazing way to see some of Jordan's most iconic sites. The guide was friendly and professional, adding so much value to the experience.”

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Full Day Tour : Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais - Umm Qais, Roman ruins above the northern valley
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Full Day Tour : Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais

15.Full Day Tour : Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $170

Travel from Amman to three major northern Jordan sites in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Walk through the Roman ruins of Jerash, see Saladin-era Ajloun Castle, and take in views toward the Sea of Galilee, Syria, and the Golan Heights at Umm Qais. Your English-speaking driver handles the road, while entry tickets, meals, and site guides cost extra.

“Omran himself was my driver for the day and not only is he an excellent driver but he also has a boundless knowledge of all things related to travel in Jordan. But more than that, his atttention to detail and the care he took that everything was pRead more”

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