The 15 Best Umm Qais Tours from Amman

1.Jerash, Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais Private Tour

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

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

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

Travel by private car from Amman to Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais with an English-speaking driver. Expect large Roman ruins, a medieval hilltop fortress, and views toward the Golan Heights. Local guides and entrance fees are extra, and the vehicle is limited to three passengers.

“We had a spectacular day exploring the sites and history at Umm Qais, Ajloun, and Jerash with Samer.”

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3.Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $62

Travel from Amman with an English-speaking driver to Roman Jerash, Saladin’s Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais, where ruins meet views of Jordan, Syria, and Palestine. Local guides are available at each site for an extra fee, while private transport keeps the day flexible.

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · from $57

Travel privately from Amman to Jerash, with optional stops at Ajloun Castle and Umm Qais. Your English-speaking driver handles transport, hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and water, while you choose your pace. Local guides are available at each site for an extra fee.

“We did a private tour to Jerash with our incredible driver Zakariya. The transportation was excellent and the Roman ruins at Jerash were so impressive. We had a great time at the site. Most importantly Zakariya was a very knowledgeable driver who knew all the fun facts around, and was always making sure we were comfortable and provided a clear itinerary. He made the trip extra special and we recommend this tour and this driver to all who visit Jordan.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $52

Leave Amman for northern Jordan’s Roman ruins and medieval fortresses in a private, 9 to 10-hour road trip. Your English-speaking driver, including Omar when assigned, handles the driving, hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, water, and return transfer. Entry tickets and local guides cost extra.

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

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

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

Travel from Amman with an English-speaking private driver to Roman Jerash, hilltop Umm Qais, and Ajloun Castle. You get hotel pickup, an air-conditioned car, and freedom to adjust the route. Site entrance fees and local guides are extra, so plan for both.

“I would highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore Jordan north of Amman. I requested to not visit Ajloun Castle for more time at Umm Qais. The tour company accommodated and gave me plenty of time at both Umm Qais and Read more”

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

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

Travel north from Amman with an English-speaking driver to Roman Jerash, panoramic Umm Qais, and the cave linked to Jesus’ stay. The private format gives you room to pause at viewpoints, while guides, entry fees, and lunch can be added. Drivers such as Omar, Wail, and Yuones have earned warm praise for helpful service.

“I had a wonder day with Omar. He was an excellent driver! Stopped at many extra viewpoints and even to see olive oil getting pressed! He also found coffee, juice, and sandwich stops before I even asked for anything- he took care of the whole day!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $72

Travel north from Amman with an English-speaking driver to three major Jordanian sites: Roman Jerash, Saladin’s hilltop Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais, ancient Gadara. The tour lasts about 9 to 10 hours, uses private air-conditioned transport with Wi-Fi, and lets you add a local guide or lunch.

“From start to finish, this tour exceeded my expectations. The pickup from Amman was punctual, and the ride was comfortable. Jerash was spectacular—we spent time walking among ancient Roman streets, amphitheaters, and temples. Ajloun Castle was a pleasant surpriRead more”

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9.Trip to Jerash, Ajloun and Umm Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

Leave Amman at 8:00 a.m. for a private drive to Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais. Expect a clean vehicle, free WiFi, and a flexible driver such as Bassam, Bassem, Haroun, or Aneese, but arrange a licensed site guide if you want detailed commentary inside the ruins.

“I had a fantastic experience with Monte Carlo Car Rental in Jordan. The staff was friendly and helpful, and communication was easy from start to finish. The car was in excellent condition, making my trip comfortable and stress-free. They even offered pickup from the nearby hotel to the airport.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $50Best value

Travel from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver to Roman Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais. You get hotel or airport pickup, onboard Wi-Fi, bottled water, and a flexible drop-off. Entry tickets and local guides cost extra.

“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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11.Full Day Tour : Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $170

Travel from Amman in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver such as Omran, Aladin, or Moumther. Visit Roman Umm Qais, Jerash, and Saladin-era Ajlun Castle in about 10 hours. Site guides and entrance tickets cost extra.

“I had the best driver ever. He was really good. 10 stars out of 10. Unfortunately I do not remember his name. Much to see and I enjoyed the whole time. Very happy that I had the opportunity to visit these 3 sites. Can absolutely recommend this trip.”

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12.Jerash, Umm Qais, Cave of Jesus From Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $91

Travel from Amman to Jerash, Umm Qais, and the Cave of Issa in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Your English-speaking driver handles the road and timing, while you explore Roman ruins, wide valley views, and a cave tied to local belief about Jesus.

“Our visit to Um Qais (ancient Gadara) was an incredible experience, offering both rich history and stunning landscapes. Unlike many other tourist sites in Jordan, Um Qais was virtually empty, allowing us to explore the ruins without crowds. We hired a local guide who had Read more”

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13.Umm Qais, Jerash & Ajloun Castle Day Tour from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $99

Travel north from Amman in a private air-conditioned vehicle to see Roman Jerash, Saladin’s Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais with views toward the Golan Heights and Sea of Galilee. Your English-speaking driver, Wi-Fi, and water are included, while tickets and a Jerash guide are optional.

“Excellent communication prior to the trip. Very professional. Safe driver. Very knowledgeable about the local area. 10/10 would recommend.”

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14.Explore Northern Jordan:Amman to Jerash, Ajloun,and Umm Qais

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 10 hours · from $102

Spend 10 hours exploring Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and ancient Gadara at Umm Qais from Amman. Your English-speaking driver, including Khalil, handles the route while you explore Roman streets, a hilltop fortress, and views toward the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights.

“Nice experience. Great way to visit Umm Qais, Ajloun and Jerash in one day. Well-organized tour. Special thanks to Khalil, our cool driver/guide.”

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15.Full Day Umm Qais, Ajloun & Jerash

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $99

Travel north from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi and an English-speaking driver. See Gadara at Umm Qais, Ajloun Castle, and Roman Jerash. Entry fees and a local guide cost extra, so this suits independent sightseers who want private transport rather than a fully guided tour.

“Okay so don’t let the other reviews fool you. This trip does NOT come with a tour guide like the other reviews state. You are paying just for a driver. Our driver said less than 5 words to us. I dreaded going back into the car. The drive made us feel so nauseous. It felt like he was a fast and furious driver. When I contacted the company asking about clarification of the tour guide they never got back to me.”

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