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Day Tour to Jerash, Ajloun Castle and Dead Sea
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Morning pick-up from an Amman hotel, then drive north to Jerash (Gerasa), one of the Roman Decapolis cities, known for being the best-preserved outside of Italy. Explore its theaters, temples, churches, and colonnaded streets. Next, drive to Rabad Castle (Ajloun Castle), where you'll visit the Islamic military fortress of Ajloun, once used by Saladin's armies to defend the region against the Crusaders. Afterwards, begin a one-hour drive to the Dead Sea. As the lowest point on Earth, filled with minerals with medicinal properties, it has become a popular health spa destination. The mineral-rich mud is used for therapeutic and beauty treatments. Queen Cleopatra and Sheba are said to have known...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
English Driver. Wi-Fi Onboard
Local Guide at Jerash ( If Option Selected )
Gratuities
Admission Fees
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Morning pick-up from an Amman hotel, then drive north to Jerash (Gerasa), one of the Roman Decapolis cities, known for being the best-preserved outside of Italy. Explore its theaters, temples, churches, and colonnaded streets. Next, drive to Rabad Castle (Ajloun Castle), where you'll visit the Islamic military fortress of Ajloun, once used by Saladin's armies to defend the region against the Crusaders. Afterwards, begin a one-hour drive to the Dead Sea. As the lowest point on Earth, filled with minerals with medicinal properties, it has become a popular health spa destination. The mineral-rich mud is used for therapeutic and beauty treatments. Queen Cleopatra and Sheba are said to have known...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
English Driver. Wi-Fi Onboard
Local Guide at Jerash ( If Option Selected )
Gratuities
Admission Fees
Itinerary
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Dead Sea Region
On arrival, head inside the resort (Option If Selected) and have free time to enjoy the waters and setting as you please. Make use of the available towels, and relax on the mineral beaches. Bask in the sunshine and scenery, coat yourself in mud for a revitalizing natural spa, and enjoy a ‘swim’ in the waters. Be sure to strike the classic pose of lying back and floating as you read a newspaper or book!
Have a chance to relax, and there are few places better to do so than at the lowest point on Earth: the Dead Sea. Considered one of the world’s true natural wonders, the impressive body of water is fed by a collection of incoming rivers that gush to its landlocked shores. The waters are unable to flow elsewhere, so they evaporate and leave behind a rich concentration of natural salt that is attributed to the Dead Sea’s famous buoyancy.
Head inside the Hotel (Holiday Inn or Crowne Plaza) & enjoy free time to enjoy the water and setting as you please.
4 hours
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Jerash Ruins
Jerash is an ancient Roman city that is one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the Middle East. It is located about 48 kilometers north of Amman and can be reached by bus or taxi.
The city was founded in the 2nd century BC and flourished under Roman rule. It was a major center of trade and commerce, and its well-preserved ruins include temples, theaters, baths, and colonnaded streets.
Some of the highlights of Jerash include:
The Arch of Hadrian: This triumphal arch was built to commemorate the visit of the Roman emperor Hadrian in 129 AD.
The Temple of Artemis: This temple, dedicated to the Greek goddess Artemis, is one of the largest and best-preserved Roman temples in the Middle East.
The South Theater: This Theater was built in the 2nd century AD and could seat up to 5,000 people. It is still used for concerts and performances today.
2 hours
3
Ajlun Castle (Qala'at ar-Rabad)
Ajlun Castle, also known as Qala'at ar-Rabad, is a 12th-century Muslim fortress perched atop Mount 'Auf in northwestern Jordan. Its strategic location overlooking the Jordan Valley and trade routes made it a crucial military stronghold throughout history. Here's what makes Ajlun Castle unique and worth visiting:
Built by Saladin in 1184, the castle features incredible Islamic architecture, characterized by intricately carved stonework, imposing gateways, and towering walls. Explore the inner courtyards, chambers, and passageways, imagining the lives of soldiers and inhabitants centuries ago.
The ingenious defensive features of the castle, including the drawbridge, moat, and strategically placed towers. Discover how its water collection and storage system ensured survival during sieges.
Ajlun Castle witnessed historical events like the Crusades and the Ayyubid-Mamluk power struggle. Explore the on-site museum to delve deeper into its fascinating past and archaeological discoveries.