Destination: Umm-Qais
Umm Qais or Qays is a town in northern Jordan principally known for its proximity to the ruins of the ancient Gadara. It is the largest city in the Bani Kinanah Department and Irbid Governorate in the extreme northwest of the country, near Jordan’s borders with Palestine and Syria. Wikipedia
Elevation: 378 m
Weather: 31°C, Wind W at 18 km/h, 50% Humidity weather.com
Department: Bani Kinanah
Area code(s): +(962)2
Governorate: Irbid
Local time: Monday 6:36 PM
JORDAN BIKE TRAIL
The Jordan Bike Trail is a unique opportunity to explore Jordan’s nature, culture, and community. The 730km route crosses from Um Qais in…
Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking The Jordan Trail
While Instagram may lead you to believe otherwise, Jordan is so much more than Petra, the Dead Sea, and Wadi Rum. Millennia of history and an abundance of natural wonders add to the draw of this Maine-sized Middle Eastern country. Throw in some legendary Jordanian hospitality, and you have the makings of a truly memorable adventure.
UMM QAIS TO ZIGLAB – JORDAN BIKE TRAIL
Advanced-level cycling route that starts at the archaeological site of Umm Qais and takes us to Ziglab following Jordan hiking trail single-track paths.
UMM QAIS TO BERKET AL ARRAYES – NATURAL SINKHOLE
Intermediate-level cycling route exploring the archaeological site of Umm Qais, Yarmouk, Berket al Arrayes, and overlooking the sea of Galilee.
UMM QAIS PLATUE LOOP – Family Friendly
A Family friendly and easy bike route looping around the archaeological site of Um Qais.