• Umm Qais - Meet your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide at your central Amman hotel and board your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Then, start out on your full-day trip to Umm Qais, home to the ruins of ancient Rome’s Decapolis cities — a group of 10 situated on the frontiers of the Roman Empire in the Middle East. First, venture northward through Jordan’s green landscapes to the village of Umm Qais, overlooking the ruins of another Roman Decapolis city known as “Gadara”.
• Umm Qais - Soak up the views from here over the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights to explore the Greco-Roman ruins, including the amphitheater, crumbled mausoleum, basilica terrace, as well as other theaters and treasures. Start the visit walking the “Docomanos” street that leads to the theater which is different than other roman theaters, since this one is directed west instead of north. Proceed to the basilica church to see its octagonal altar which was a temple. Continue to the main street “Cardomaximo” which means the main street. The direction of this street is from east to west, usually the roman streets are from north to south. Then, visit the town’s museum to admire some of the precious artifacts recovered from the site, including mosaics and marble statues. Admire the breathtaking view of the Sea of Galilee, Tiberias, and the Golan Heights. You day ends with a hotel drop-off.
• Umm Qais - Upgrade you tour with this easy self-guided hiking trail, with Al Hreith trail you will stops at the beginning of the passageway with a unique view of the fallen oak forest on the one hand and on the cultivated pine forest on the other. During the walk, the visitor can see some annual plants such as hawthorn, sweden, kandul, wild almond, and figs.

Then the trail will leads you to the viewpoint, which is 308 degree above sea level, where you take a rest and enjoy watching the Lake of Tiberias, Tur Mountains and Golan heights.

The corridor is one of the types of evidence of previous civilizations, which contains water channels used in the Roman era, sections of rocks and caves, some military trenches, and an artillery point used in the sixties of the nineteenth century.

• Umm Qais - Upgrade you tour with this moderate guided hiking trail, Al-Shreif Mountain trail starts from Umm Qays area towards the village of Al-Mukhaibah al-Tahta. The path begins easily through a semi-level mountain range with simple ramps and slopes, characterized by the presence of many plants, and trees (hawthorn trees, sweden trees, sycamores, Greek turtles), species of animals (Gecko gazelles and rocky mullet).

Through the hike, you can take a rest and enjoy some old caves, rock formations and wells.

Then the path will take you down to 85 meters above sea level, towards the Muntumra Valley, which is the end of the mountain path with tea break on the firewood.

• Entrance fees and guiding fees to Al-Shreif Mountain Trail (if option selected)
• English-speaking driver
• Private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
• On-board Wi-Fi
• Entrance fees to Umm Qais Ruins (if Jordan Pass not selected)
• Entrance fees to Al Hreith Self-Guided Trail (if option selected)
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
• All type of beverages
• All type of gratuities – Recommended
• Personal expenses
• Anything else not mentioned
• Local Guide at Umm Qais

Travel with us on a private journey from Amman in a modern, comfortable vehicle piloted by a bilingual driver who will also be your guide, to Umm Qais, one of the most well-preserved archaeological treasures in Jordan. Journey across the Jordan Valley as you head towards the ancient ruins of Umm Qais, the former Greco-Roman city of Gadara, which was an integral part of the historic Greco-Roman Decapolis league. A seasoned local guide will accompany you as you walk through the old cobblestone streets and experience the grandeur of the amphitheater, mausoleum, and other historical remnants. Visit the site’s museum to behold the artifacts recovered from the site. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Gadara and enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. Upgrade your tour to include an exciting exploration of 2 fascinating trails at the Yarmouk forest reserve for a further enriching experience.

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
• Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
• Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
• Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
• Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
• Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
• Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
• Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
• Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.