Guided Tour Jerash and Amman with light lunch
6 h
Lunch
With guide
Instant confirmation
About this activity
08:30 your guide picks you up from any hotel in Amman. Drive 50 kms to Jerash, where you visit the well preserved city of the Roman Empire, often called Pompeii of the East. Initially built by Alexander the Great, the town started to prosper after the Roman conquest and was one of the Decapolis cities in northern Jordan. The guide shows you around and explains the history. Visit Hadrian's Arch, built in 130 AD to honor the visit of Emperor Hadrian. Pass the Hippodrome offering space for 15,000 spectators, the impressing Forum, continue to the Temple of Artemis, the Colonnaded Street and the Nymphaeum.
Back in Amman lunch break at Al Quds in Rainbow Street, reputed to have the best Falafel Sandwich in town. Proceed to Downtown. Visit the Citadel hill with remains of the Hercules Temple and the Umayyad Palace as well as the small Archaeological Museum. You'll see the large Roman Theater from 2nd century and the traditional souks. Return transfer to your hotel in Amman.
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Back in Amman lunch break at Al Quds in Rainbow Street, reputed to have the best Falafel Sandwich in town. Proceed to Downtown. Visit the Citadel hill with remains of the Hercules Temple and the Umayyad Palace as well as the small Archaeological Museum. You'll see the large Roman Theater from 2nd century and the traditional souks. Return transfer to your hotel in Amman.
Included
- Private tour.
- Transport by air-conditioned new vehicle with an English speaking driver.
- English speaking guide service in Jerash and Amman.
- Pick up and drop-off at any hotel in Amman.
- Falafel sandwich with 1 soft drink.
- Mineral water on our vehicle.
- Lunch
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Beverage
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
80%
Cultural
75%
Original
15%
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