Group Tour From Amman: Jerash and Ajloun Castle
ID: GYG1416421-2162494
Category:
Country: Jordan
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the ancient Roman city of Jerash and the historic Ajloun. Explore the paved streets, temples, and theaters of Jerash and learn about the history of Ajloun Castle.
Meet your guide in front of Olive Amman Hotel in Amman and head to the ancient Roman city of Jerash. Explore the paved and colonnaded streets, hilltop temples, theaters, public squares, baths, fountains, and city walls.
Continue to northern Jordan to visit Ajloun, one of the most important ecological and historical sites in the Middle East. Admire Ajloun Castle (Qal’at Ar-Rabad), a fine example of Islamic architecture built by Saladin’s general in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajloun and counter the progress of the Crusaders.
Learn how the castle dominated the three main routes leading to the Jordan Valley and protected the communication routes between Jordan and Syria. After your visit, return to Amman.
Highlights
- Discover the ancient Roman city of Jerash on a guided day trip from Amman
- Explore the paved and colonnaded streets, temples, and theaters of Jerash
- Visit Ajloun Castle, a fine example of Islamic architecture built in 1184 AD
- Learn about the history of the castle and its role in the Crusades
- Enjoy a hassle-free experience with round-trip transportation from Amman
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet in front of Olive Amman Hotel in Amman
The tour includes visits to historical and ecological sites
INCLUDED
- Visit to the ancient Roman city of Jerash
- Visit to Ajloun Castle (Qal’at Ar-Rabad)
- Round trip transportation
- Entrance fees
- Water Bottle onboard the vehicle
- Group Guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Meals and Drinks.
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.