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From Amman: Full-Day Tour to Amman City and Desert Castles

About this experience

This tour is one of the special tours in Jordan, starting with the beautiful city of Amman, the Roman amphitheatre where it is in the middle of the capital Amman, the castle of Amman, as well as a small tour in the old markets of Amman. Then we head east to the most beautiful thing that the Umayyads built, al Kharana Palace, Amra Palace and finally the black castle( Al-azraq Castle)

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr–8 hr
  • Private experience

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Tour with Transportation only
This option included All transportation with English speaking driver .
This option not included The entry tickets and guide.
Pickup included
Transportation & Entry tickets
This option includes the transportation and the entry tickets and it does not include a local guide.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour7 hr–8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 7 hr–8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

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Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • The Entry Tickets (If option selected)
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in Amman
  • Private transportation
  • English-Speaking driver

Not included

  • Local guide
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary and highlights

Depart from your hotel in Amman for a drive to Qasr Amra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved desert castle and stunning 8th-century frescoes.

There is much curiosity surrounding Qasr Kharana because although it looks like a castle, there is no evidence of it ever being able to defend its inhabitants. Unlike other defense castles, the towers are in fact solid and the arrow slits are too high to fire anything from. As a result of its unique construction, this landmark has drawn much attention to historians, and visitors travel here from across the globe every year to see this unique desert castle.

Qasr Amra Located beside Wadi Al-Butum, on the north side of Jordan’s Highway 40, roughly 85 K.M from Amman and 21 K.M southwest of Al-Azraq. is beautiful place to visit

Look beyond Jordan's most celebrated attractions to see some lesser-known historical treasures on this private Islamic desert castle day trip

The King Abdullah I Mosque in Amman, Jordan, is a striking modern Islamic landmark known for its distinctive blue-domed design.

A visit to the Roman Theatre is like taking a trip some 2000 years into history where the amphitheater once housed over 5000 onlookers and is still used currently for theatre events.

The Citadel of Amman is a good place to begin a tour of the archaeological sites of the city. It is the site of ancient Rabbath-Ammon and excavations there have revealed numerous Roman, Byzantine and early Islamic remains. Located on a hill, it not only gives visitors a perspective of the city’s incredible history but also provides stunning views of the entire area. Among the most wonderful places you can visit while in Amman, there are some places of specific interest at the Amman Citadel

After exploring Amman and desert castles, enjoy a short 15-minute drive back to your hotel in Amman, ending your day with comfort and ease.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please wait in the lobby 10 minutes before. The driver will contact you day before via WhatsApp. The pickup time is the start time of the activity.

Languages and tickets

  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Jordan Landmarks Tours

Accessibility and practical details

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

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 7 hr–8 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please wait in the lobby 10 minutes before.
The driver will contact you day before via WhatsApp.
The pickup time is the start time of the activity.
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 1+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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