Amman and Desert Castles Private Tour

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About this activity

See the highlights of ancient and modern Amman on this private city tour. Traveling by private, air-conditioned vehicle, discover the many different faces of Jordan’s capital, from its dusty classical ruins to vibrant markets and the upscale malls of the modern city. See top Amman attractions including the stunning Roman amphitheater, King Abdullah Mosque, the ruins & archaeological museum of the hilltop Citadel & many more sites before heading to Discover three of Jordan’s famous desert castles. learn about these fabled castles, built by Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries as you visit each one in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Explore UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, famous for its 8th-century frescoes of hedonistic scenes, before continuing to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter used as a military base by TE Lawrence, known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia,’ during World War I.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: German, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Japanese, Polish, Dutch
Operated by: Tour Experts

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–8 years) · Adults (9–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Tip for driver
Not included: No guide included in this tour

Itinerary

King Abdullah Mosque

one hour Admission not included

The blue-domed King Abdullah I Mosque, built in the 1980s by the late King Hussein as a memorial to his grandfather, is open to Non-Muslim visitors.

The nave with an area of 1,615 m2 has the capacity to house 3,000 worshippers. It is octogonal and distiguished for not having pillars inside. Its dome of 35 m in diameter has a height of 31 meters. A source of radiation was placed in the middle taking the form of a golden star culminating in the Ninety Nine Most Beautiful Names of Allah surrounding the dome's neck. The suspended chandelier of 168 lanterns consists of three circles with the Holy Quranic Verse with the word Allah recurring on every lantern.

The fertile land is expressed in the form of a red carpet made of an ornamental textile of recurring patterns meant to direct worshippers toward the Kiblah. All the walls, including the Kiblah, the pulpit, and the Mihrab are panelled with wooden and marble oriels.
The Citadel

one hour Admission not included

Jabal al-Qala is one of the seven mountains of Amman, which the Ammonians have long taken as the seat of their rule in the city, followed by Greece, romans and Byzantines who occupied the city respectively until it was occupied by the Islamic conquest in the 7th century AD, where the Umayyad Palace was built on its top. Mount Qalaa in Amman emerged as the capital of the Ammonians.
Roman Theatre

30 min Admission not included

The Roman Amphitheatre is a Roman theater located in the eastern part of the Jordanian capital Amman, precisely at the foot of Mount Jufa on one of the hills opposite Amman Castle. Greek writing on one of the pillars indicates that this amphitheater was built in honor of Emperor Antonius Pius, who visited Amman in 130 AD.
Al Balad – Downtown Amman

Passing by

Visit the old city center & AL-Husseini Mosque
Qsar Al-Azraq

one hour Admission not included

Qasr al-Azraq is a large fortress located in present-day eastern Jordan. It is one of the desert castles, located on the outskirts of present-day Azraq, roughly 100 km east of Amman. Its strategic value came from the nearby oasis, the only water source in a vast desert region.
Qasr Al-Harranah

45 min Admission not included

Continue to “Qasr Al -Kharanah”, an imperious 2-level fortress standing in a huge plain. Thought to have been built on Roman foundations, this evocative castle exudes intrigue and dis plays a rich array of Mesopotamian, Arabic, and Greek architectural influences.
Quseir Amra

45 min Admission not included

Quseir’ Amra, one of east Jordan’s most famous castles. Once a hunting palace of the Umayyads, this splendidly restored edifice is graced with 8th-century fresco showing decadent scenes of nude women, wine, and parties.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Arena By Trend
Hamoudah Hotel
EVANNA SUITE & HOTELs VIP
The San Rock Hotel By Le Reve
Alhouriat Hotel
Grand Days Hotel & Suites Amman
The Ritz-Carlton, Amman
Olive Hotel
Al Nojoom International Hotel
Twins Downtown Hotel
Kaya Hotel Amman
Luxury Palace Hotel

and 249 more pickup points

Our driver will meet you at your pick-up location and you can contact our team by

WhatsApp for more information

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We will do our best to provide a driver who speaks your preferred language, depending on availability
Please note that it is the client responsibility to review the tour description before confirming the reservation. We cannot be held responsible for bookings made under the incorrect option.

Options

Desert Castle only

Duration: 6 hours

Full size Limo Car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers

Pickup included
Amman & Desert Castel

Duration: 9 hours

Full size Limo Car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers

Pickup included
Amman City Tour only

Duration: 3 hours

Full size Limo Car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers

Pickup included