Amman - City Tour of Amman - Desert Castles - Amman

5.0 (2 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Qasr Amra — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Amman Citadel — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Amman is surrounded by centuries-old, Umayyad-built historical sights, but getting to Jordan’s “Desert Castles” isn’t easy by public transportation. Visit Kharana Palace, Amra Palace, and Al-Azraq Castle—along with top attractions within Amman, including the Roman amphitheater—during this private, full-day tour. Hotel transfers are included; upgrade to include admission tickets.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Bridge Travel

Ages: Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: The Entry Tickets (If option selected)
Included: Hotel pick up and drop off
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Bottled water is available in the vehicle and is free of charge
Included: English Speaking Driver
Included: English Speaking Guide Throughout from 07 Person and more

Not included

Not included: All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended
Not included: All type of beverages
Not included: Personal Expenses

Itinerary

King Abdullah Mosque

30 min Admission not included

Drive to Visit the King Abdullah mosque .
Stop 2

30 min Admission not included

drive to the down town area to visit the ruins of the Amman Roman theater,
The Citadel

30 min Admission not included

visit the Citadel and the Omayyad Palace.
Quseir Amra

45 min Admission not included

After about an hour on the road, pull up at UNESCO-listed “Quseir’ Amra”, one of east Jordan’s most famous castles. Once a hunting palace of the Umayyads.
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 displays a rich array of Mesopotamian, Arabic, and Greek architectural influences.
Qsar Al-Azraq

45 min

Finally, head for “Qasr Al-Azraq”, originally an Umayyad hunting retreat and once used as a headquarters by T.E. Lawrence, the 20th-century British soldier and Arab Revolt leader perhaps more famously known as Lawrence of Arabia. Wander around the sun-burnished courtyards, towers, and mosque to learn how Lawrence based his operations here during 1917 to 1918. After exploring here, relax on your ride back to Amman where your experience finishes with a hotel drop-off

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Amman Rotana
Signia by Hilton Amman
Amman International Hotel
The Sanrock Hotel
Amman Cham Palace

we will be holding sign of clients names when we pickup them from hotel

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The Jordan Museum closes on Tuesdays
1-3 Persons/ Car
4-6 Persons/ Minivan
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Options

Transportation & Entrance Fees

Entrance Fee to Sites : This Tour Included Entrance Fees & Transportations

Car, Minivan

Pickup included
Transportation Only

Car & Minivan: This Tour included Transportations Only

Pickup included