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Panoramic view of Bosra Roman Theatre with its semicircular stone seating and monumental stage wall
From Damascus · From $250 per trip

Private Bosra Day Trip

A long but rewarding private day focused on Bosra’s monumental Roman Theatre, fortified citadel, black-basalt architecture, layered history, and room to explore without rushing.

DurationAbout 9 hours
PickupApproximately 3 hours each way from Damascus
Group sizePrivate · up to 3 travelers
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGEInscribed 1980 · World Heritage property

The Ancient City of Bosra is known for its extraordinary Roman theatre and the city's layers of Roman, Byzantine and Islamic history. Its impressive basalt-built theatre is a highlight of this private day trip.

Conservation note: Syria's World Heritage properties are currently on UNESCO's World Heritage in Danger list. Site conditions and access vary.

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Clear pricing

Starting prices by group size

Prices are total trip prices in USD, not per-person prices.

1 traveler$250 total
2 travelers$300 total
3 travelers$350 total

These prices apply to the standard Bosra day trip described above. Optional additions, airport arrangements, or requested route changes may affect the final quote.

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What you may experience

Highlights

  • The Roman Theatre and fortified citadel
  • Ancient black-basalt streets and architecture
  • The city’s Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic layers
  • Time for questions, photography, and unhurried exploration

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle, fuel, and normal vehicle costs
  • Pickup and return in Damascus
  • Muhammed’s accompaniment, local insight, and flexible route planning
  • Planned site entry fees, bottled water, and coffee or tea

Paid separately

  • Meals
  • Personal expenses
  • Airport arrangements unless separately confirmed
Practical notes

Before you book

The exact route and current access are confirmed before departure.

An early start is recommended because this is a full road day.

Children and infants are welcome. Families must bring an appropriate child car seat or booster seat and tell Ziyara Ride in advance how many children are traveling and their ages. Children count toward the vehicle’s passenger capacity, even when they are very small and deeply convinced they require no luggage.

Walking & terrain

The Roman theatre and surrounding historic area have stone steps and irregular paving, and exploring the site involves walking. Please tell us before booking if you need to avoid stairs or extended walks so we can discuss suitable arrangements.

Photo gallery

A glimpse of the journey

Wide view of the ancient Roman Theatre at Bosra with its curved basalt seating and grand stage wall
The Roman Theatre of Bosra
Sunlit carved stone capitals and columns along the Roman Theatre stage in Bosra
Detail of the theatre's stone columns
Facade of Bosra Roman Theatre with curved stone walls and two columned stage entrances
The theatre's monumental stage façade
Mohammed standing on the stone seating overlooking the ancient Roman Theatre of Bosra
Mohammed overlooking the Roman Theatre

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Photograph credits

Aleppo photograph dated 2008; displayed with a responsive crop.

Authentic photograph of the Roman Theatre of Bosra
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