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15 Private Tours in Jordan Worth Booking Ahead

116 tours  ·  from $20

Distances in Jordan eat days, so a booking has to earn its place. These 15 private tours do, priced and timed clearly enough to decide in a couple of minutes.

From Amman: Petra & Wadi Rum Private or group Day Tour - The early road south from Amman
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From Amman: Petra & Wadi Rum Private or group Day Tour

1.Petra & Wadi Rum Private or group Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 750 reviews · 14 hours · from $126Our pick

Travel from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum with hotel or airport pickup, a comfortable vehicle, water, Wi-Fi, and an English-speaking driver such as Mahmoud, Khalil, or Zeyad. Spend about three hours at Petra and two hours on a Wadi Rum 4x4 ride. A local Petra guide is extra.

“Excellent experience, our guide Mahmoud was very welcoming and a great tour guide with useful tips and information. He made the experience much more enjoyable and allowed us full comfort, flexibility and the full tourist experience.”

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3-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, Aqaba, and Dead Sea - Dana Nature Reserve starts the journey quietly
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3-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, Aqaba, and Dead Sea

2.3-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, Aqaba, and Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 425 reviews · from $349Top rated

Travel privately from Amman through Dana, Shobak Castle, Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. Your English-speaking driver handles the road, while you choose the pace and tour options. Accommodation and Jeep touring depend on the package you book.

“Great trip, never rushed, with a friendly and knowledgeable driver who explained everything along the way, great support at all the accomodation and tours, and tips for all the best locations.”

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Petra Full-Day Private Tour from Amman - The early road from Amman to Petra
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Petra Full-Day Private Tour from Amman

3.Petra Full-Day Private Tour from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 392 reviews · 11 hours · from $78

Spend about five hours exploring Petra at your own pace after a private pickup in Amman or at the airport. Your English-speaking driver provides WiFi, water, comfort stops, and local tips. Add entry tickets, lunch, and a Petra guide, with names such as Bader, Bassam, Shadi, and Bardaghawi often assigned by the provider.

“Such great times, petra is amazing! I only had 1 day in jordan, so this was the perfect plan. My transportation with Bardaghawi was top tier, he was on time, respectful, he adjusted to my schedule and even took me to eat at a typical jordanian food restaurant. My guide Sam was also top, he knows a lot about petra, took some amazing pictures, invited me a cup of traditional tea and suggested what to do with the spare time i had. Would recommend!”

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From Amman: Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour - Ajloun Castle brings a different chapter
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From Amman: Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour

4.Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour

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

Travel from Amman by private, air-conditioned car or van with an English-speaking driver such as Shadi, Anas, or Mohammad. Choose Jerash alone or add Ajloun Castle and Umm Qais. Expect Roman ruins, Islamic fortress towers, broad regional views, bottled water, onboard Wi-Fi, and flexible time at each stop.

“Shadi provided us with an excellent experience! It was perfect, he was very punctual, kind and very knowledgeable of the history of Amman and provided us with good advice! Many thanks Shadi you made our last day in Amman and incredible one!”

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Petra & Wadi Rum: Full Day Private Tour with Hotel Pickup - The long drive south from Amman
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Petra & Wadi Rum: Full Day Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

5.Petra & Wadi Rum: Full Day Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 14 hours · from $133

You’ll travel from Amman or Aqaba to Petra and Wadi Rum in a private air-conditioned vehicle, with drivers such as Bardaghawi, Ibrahim, or Mahmoud Awad depending on availability. Expect the Siq, Treasury, Royal Tombs, a Bedouin tea stop, desert viewpoints, and an optional 4x4 ride.

“We could not have asked for a better experience, all thanks to our guide Khalil Abu Sway. From the moment he picked us up, Khalil was the epitome of professionalism and Jordanian hospitality. He is a careful and safe driver, but his driving style is also efficient, ensuring we made great time without ever feeling rushed. The car was comfortable, making the long stretches fly by. Khalil provided us with tips and historical information, answering every question. He has a good sense of humor that kept us entertained throughout the entire journey, the long drive was absolutely not boring at all. Before we even arrived at Petra, Khalil showed us…”

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Aqaba: Private Red Sea Diving for Beginner or Experienced - Starting at the beach near Aqaba
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Aqaba: Private Red Sea Diving for Beginner or Experienced

6.Private Red Sea Diving for Beginner or Experienced

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 230 reviews · 2 hours · from $50Best value

Spend about two hours learning scuba skills and exploring Aqaba’s Red Sea with a private English-speaking instructor. Aqaba Leaders guides such as Asmar, Omar, Musa, and Mo work patiently with beginners, while experienced guests can enjoy coral reefs, colorful fish, wrecks, and high-quality underwater photos and videos.

“Dive that caters to your comfort and skill levels. Great opportunity to get into the Red Sea.”

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Dead Sea, Nebo, Madaba & Baptism Site Private or Group Tour - Madaba and the famous mosaic map
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Dead Sea, Nebo, Madaba & Baptism Site Private or Group Tour

7.Dead Sea, Nebo, Madaba & Baptism Site Private or Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 190 reviews · from $88

Travel from Amman with an English-speaking driver such as Ramzi, Mahmoud, Safwat, or Mustafa. See Madaba’s famous mosaic map, Mount Nebo, the Baptism Site, and the Dead Sea. Choose a package with site entry and a five-star resort swim with lunch.

“A very fun and full day. My siblings and I went from Madaba to grab a great falafel breakfast and see the Orthodox Church. Then to Mt. Nebo to see a church Moses visited. Then to the Mosaic museum where we saw handmade mosaics and purchased our favorite souvenirs. Then to Jesus baptismal site at the Jordan River was a surreal experience. Ending the day with the Dead Sea to witness the salty water and the exfoliating mud while having the chance to relax by the pool. Was comfortable and easy. Our driver Saadeh, was timely and gave us great advice for each location!Read more”

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Full-Day Private Trip To Petra, Wadi Rum - Entering Petra through the Siq
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Full-Day Private Trip To Petra, Wadi Rum

8.Full-Day Private Trip To Petra, Wadi Rum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · from $95

Travel by private car from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum with an English-speaking driver such as Anas, Muhammad, or Yousef. Walk the Siq and Treasury, then add a two-hour 4x4 ride, Bedouin tea, sunset, and optional dinner. Entry fees and local guides cost extra.

“As I only was available for a day it was still possible to see Petra and Wadi Rum. I was impressed by the beauty of the landscape and thankful for the driver's/guide's introduction into Jodan's culture.”

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Amman: Private Tour to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Baptism Site - Madaba and the map beneath St. George’s Church
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Amman: Private Tour to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Baptism Site

9.Private Tour to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Baptism Site

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 161 reviews · 8 hours · from $75

Travel privately from Amman to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Bethany Beyond the Jordan in eight hours. Your English-speaking driver, such as Adnan, Shadi, or Bardaghawi, provides transport, local context, Wi-Fi, water, and flexible stops. Entry fees may be added when booking.

“Shadi was a very courteous and knowledgeable driver and guide for our tour. We greatly enjoyed our time thoroughly learning the history and culture of Jordan beyond Amman at an efficient and effective pace! He ensured that we had a smooth transition from pickup to dropoff, and especially so in between destinations! You will definitely be in good hands on this tour, and especially so with Shadi as your driver and guide. He will make sure you leave the tour with all of your questions answered, recommendations you never knew you needed, and your travel fix well-satiated!”

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3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up. - The Treasury, Petra’s famous first reveal
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3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.

10.3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · from $75

Join Bassil or another local Petra guide for a private 2.5 to 3-hour walk from the Visitor Center through the Siq to the Treasury, Royal Tombs, Colonnaded Street, and Qasr Al-Bint. Hotel pickup within the Petra area is included. Entrance is extra, and the Monastery climb is optional.

“Our guide Basil was very knowledgeable, friendly and made sure we got the most out of our excursion. Our kids enjoyed it as much as we did. Thank you Basil for making out experience so memorable.”

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From Amman: Full-Day Private or Group Tour to Petra - A comfortable three-hour ride south
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From Amman: Full-Day Private or Group Tour to Petra

11.Full-Day Private or Group Tour to Petra

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 145 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $72

Travel from Amman to Petra in an air-conditioned private or group vehicle with an English-speaking driver. You get about five hours at the site, time for the Siq, Treasury, Roman Theater, and Monastery. Ticket options are available, and drivers such as Emad, Ramzi, Mahmoud, and Safwat are praised for flexible, helpful service.

“My guide Mohammad was amazing. He was extremely accommodating and very friendly. Also very helpful and a great driver. I had an amazing experience.”

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Joyful Roads Private Car Service - Meeting Mohammad at the airport
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Joyful Roads Private Car Service

12.Joyful Roads Private Car Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews

Mohammad Hmaidan provides private air-conditioned car service for up to four people across Jordan. Book an airport transfer, a one-way ride to Petra or Aqaba, or a custom trip lasting up to several days. Expect Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, drinks, snacks on request, scenic stops, and helpful local advice.

“Mohammed and his team are polite, personable and most importantly, punctual! They made suggestions for our trip to allow us to experience Jordan to the fullest. Definitely recommend them if you need drivers while in Jordan.”

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Petra & Dead Sea Private day tour - The early road from Amman to Petra
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Petra & Dead Sea Private day tour

13.Petra & Dead Sea Private day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 6 - 14 hours · from $63

Travel from Amman to Petra for five hours among Nabatean rock-cut monuments, then relax at a private Dead Sea resort with mud, pools, swimming, and buffet lunch. English-speaking drivers such as Raed, Maen, and Ahmad help shape the day around your pace.

“I absolutely recommend this trip. Mean is the best guide and driver I have ever had. His English is great. His is highly knowledgeable and his conversations and facts were very relevant. On top of that Mean did all to accommodate our interests and needs with great recommendations to take the best of our our time. Highly recommend this agency, trip and Mean as a guide. Also, Ahmad the guide in Petra was outstanding, he make it interesting and FUN FUN FUN!”

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Private Tour of Ajlun and Jerash - What a private guide adds at Jerash
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Private Tour of Ajlun and Jerash

14.Private Tour of Ajlun and Jerash

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $152

From Amman, visit Jerash’s colonnaded streets, theaters, baths, and temples with a local guide, then continue to Ajlun Castle for mountain views and medieval stonework. A private air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking driver, hotel pickup, drop-off, and admission fees are included for up to six people.

“Ola organised a fabulous itinerarly for us. The correspondance we had with Jordan Direct was very professional and efficient. The guides were excellent and we had our own driver who looked after us for the week and went above and beyond. I highly recommend them.”

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From Amman: Private Day Trip to Petra with Pickup - Entering Petra through the Siq
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From Amman: Private Day Trip to Petra with Pickup

15.Private Day Trip to Petra with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 129 reviews · 12 hours · from $125

Travel from Amman to Petra in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. See the Siq, Treasury, Theater, Monastery, and High Place of Sacrifice. Drivers such as Oday, Fares, and Khader are praised for punctual service, local insight, and helpful advice.

“Ahmed is one of the best guides me and my wife met during our trips. He is extremelly helpful, he knows Jordan and its history very well and can tell you everything you need to know to have an interesting time. Ahmed also very skilled driver and he is very puntctual. Take in and drop off from airport is very smooth. We've reached Petra very well and his advises was very very helpful when we entered the path. Definitely recommend him, he is the best person to assist you exploring Jordan.”

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Where to start in Jordan

Pick a canyon, a castle or a stretch of water.

Cut in stone

PetraJerashAjloun CastleKarak CastleDesert Castles

Out in the desert

Wadi RumCamel RidesHikingMulti-Day Loops

Below sea level

Dead SeaMa’in Hot SpringsWadi MujibBaptism SiteMount Nebo

On the water

Red Sea DivingDivingSnorkellingBoat TripsShore Excursions