Full Day Private Tour 5 Desert Castles of Jordan from Amman

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience our Full-Day Private Tour 5-Desert Castles of Jordan from Amman!

On this 8-hour private tour from Amman, you can explore 5 famous desert castles in Jordan. These castles were built by Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries and are located in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Pickup and drop off at other areas may require additional supplements.

Visit Qusayr Amra, a UNESCO-listed site known for its 8th-century frescoes depicting hedonistic scenes. Afterwards, explore Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter of which was used as a military base by TE Lawrence, also known as Lawrence of Arabia, during World War I. Lastly, check out Qasr al-Hallabat, a palace with a square floorplan, four towers, and a nearby mosque, which was built on the site of a former Roman fort.

What's Included

Modern, air-conditioned private transportation
Pick up and drop off at the Amman city center or hotels
Professional local tour guide in 5-Desert Castles of Jordan
Entrance fees (none will be required)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The driver will meet you in the center of Amman city or hotels with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Amman

    This captivating 5-Desert Castles of Jordan excursion commences at the center of Amman city or hotels. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, embarking on a 1.30-hour journey through the scenic beauty of Jordan.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Quseir Amra

    Qusayr Amra was constructed in the 8th Century by the Umayyads as a fortress and residence. It gained notoriety for being a pleasure palace with regular parties. The castle also featured a Hamman and was decorated with non-religious wall paintings depicting early Islamic life.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Qasr Kharana is a well-known desert castle situated in eastern Jordan, approximately 60 kilometers east of Amman and near the border with Saudi Arabia.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Qsar Al-Azraq

    Qasr al-Azraq is a fortress situated in eastern Jordan. It is one of the desert castles, found on the outskirts of Azraq, around 100 km east of Amman. Its significance lies in its strategic location near the only water source in a vast desert region, the nearby oasis.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Umm al-Jimal, also known as Umm al-Jemal, Umm al-Jimal or Umm al-Jimal, is a village in Northern Jordan about 17 kilometers east of Mafraq.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Qasr al-Hallabat is an Umayyad castle in the desert with the Hammam al-Sara bath to its east. The neighboring modern city, named after the castle, is part of Zarqa province in northwestern Jordan, northeast of the capital Amman.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Amman

    After a day filled with delights, our comfortable private vehicle will whisk you back to your hotel or city center, brimming with cherished memories. Trust our decade-long expertise in organizing private tours and exploring the city view with utmost comfort and peace of mind.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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