About this tour
When Finn from the crew needed to bail out of Amman and hit Petra, the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, or Aqaba, we booked a private car transfer through Bayan. It's a straightforward door-to-door gig—you pick your destination city, the driver collects you and drops you wherever you need within that town. The cars are clean, air-conned, and the drivers speak English, which saves you the usual hassle of barking directions at someone who hasn't got a clue. Trip lengths run 1–6 hours depending on where you're headed. Round-trip? Negotiate it with the driver before you go; expect to pay an extra 30% for the return leg.
Highlights
- Private vehicle means no packed minibuses with randoms
- English-speaking driver takes stress out of navigation
- WiFi on board keeps you connected between sites
- Flexible drop-off within your chosen city, not a set stop
- Can arrange round-trip by negotiating with driver directly
- Air-con essential in Jordan's heat—these cars have it
- Service animals welcome, infant seats available
What to expect
Book your car, give them your hotel or meeting point, and a driver rolls up in a decent vehicle—nothing flash, but comfortable and properly maintained. You'll spend the journey chatting with the driver or catching up on your phone via the WiFi; some of the lads on the crew appreciated having space to themselves rather than cramming into a shared minibus. The drive itself is straightforward: you're heading out of Amman toward desert landscape, depending on your destination. Roads are decent enough, though expect some traffic leaving the city. Once you hit the highway, it's a smooth run. Drivers know the route cold, so there's no faff about getting lost.
The flexibility is the real win here. Instead of being deposited at a tour office or main gate, you can ask the driver to drop you at your actual accommodation or a specific attraction entrance. If you want to stay longer at a site and come back, sort it with the driver on the spot—they're pretty easy about it, though you'll pay extra. Just don't expect them to wait around for free.
What travellers say
- No minibus chaos—private vehicle for your crew
- Drivers speak English and know routes thoroughly
- Flexible drop-off within cities, not fixed stops
- WiFi and air-con make long drives bearable
- Round-trip negotiable; no rigid tour schedule
- Significantly pricier than public minibuses or shared taxis
- Driver isn't a tour guide—no cultural commentary included
- Round-trip requires on-the-spot negotiation, not pre-booked
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
Solo travellers and small groups who hate fighting for minibus seats or dealing with package-tour schedules will dig this. It's reliable, clean, and the driver won't pressure you to buy overpriced trinkets at stops. Families with kids appreciate the infant seats and no screaming randoms cramped next to them. You save time by skipping the usual tour office hang-around.
It's pricier than public transport or shared minibuses—you're paying for privacy and flexibility. Traffic out of Amman in peak hours (mornings, late afternoons) can add an hour to your journey. The driver won't function as a tour guide, so you're not getting history or insider tips en route. If you need round-trip, you have to negotiate directly with the driver and arrange collection times—no structured schedule to lean on.
Bring your own drinks and snacks; there's no catering. AC works well but bring a light layer if you're cold-sensitive. Drives run 1–6 hours depending on destination (Petra is longest). Service animals are fine. Infants must sit on laps unless you book a specialized seat. Suitable for all fitness levels since you're sat down the whole time.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.