The 4 Best Desert Castle Tours from Amman

1.Umayyad Desert Castles Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 6 hours · from $82Our pick

Leave Amman for the Eastern Desert with an English-speaking driver, visiting Quseir Amra, early Islamic art, and Azraq’s black basalt fort linked to Lawrence of Arabia. Expect a comfortable six-hour outing, scenic desert roads, and castle visits that are easy to fit into a busy Jordan itinerary.

“An excellent tour, with 3 desert structures truly unique in the world. It is not everyday one can see 2 UNESCO-sponsored sites in a day. We loved our guide Yazan. This is a unique opportunity to see the Jordan desert and border towns. Don't forget water, a snack and the sun shades.”

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2.Desert Castles of Eastern Jordan Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $93

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Amman to Quseir Amra, Qasr Al Kharanah, and Azraq Castle. Your English-speaking driver, such as Hassan or Amer, provides history along the way. Add a castle guide, lunch, or the Azraq Wetland Reserve for a fuller day.

“Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.”

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3.Full-Day tour Amman city tour and desert castles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $89Top rated

Spend 10 to 12 hours exploring Amman’s Roman Theatre and Citadel, then ride into the desert to see Kharana, Quseir Amra, and Al-Azraq castles. You’ll have private transport, hotel pickup, water, and Wi-Fi. Driver Saada is noted for friendly help, though admission and a local guide cost extra.

“This tour was a good way to enjoy a road trip in some of the further reaches of Jordan and the heart of its capital. Each historic site had its own vibe. It was an interesting experience to be able to walk and climb around each of the places. After the desert we went back to tRead more”

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4.Private Tour of Desert Castles Eastern Jordan with optional Azraq Wetland Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $93

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Amman to three Umayyad desert castles. Your English-speaking driver handles transport and can adjust the pace. Add a licensed guide, lunch, or a self-guided walk at Azraq Wetland Reserve.

“For an additional charge, I was picked up at my hotel in Madaba rather than from Amman, which was nice. The driver (Amer?) was friendly and interesting to talk with, but frankly not a great (i.e. attentive) driver by Western standards. Anyway, the sites, particular Qusayr Read more”

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