Damascus, Syria, is 100 miles from Amman, Jordan. Is it possible to drive from one city to the other? If so, I assume it is best to rent a car and driver. How do I do that? How long will the drive take?

If I want to go on to Petra on the same day, should I keep the same car and driver, or should I get a new driver from our hotel in Amman?

And if you have sightseeing and hotel advice about Damascus and Amman, I would love to hear it.