Jordan · DESERT CASTLE TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 12 desert castle tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
See UNESCO Quseir Amra and Azraq’s basalt fort on a comfortable 6-hour Amman desert castles tour with transfers.
“At first a bit confusion about pick up time, but after that we had nice half day of discovering Castles. Castles are pretty quick to visit so we've managed to come back early enough to go to spend evening in Ma'in (hot springs). Well recomended.”
Private desert-castle tour from Amman to UNESCO Quseir Amra, Al Kharanah, and Lawrence of Arabia’s Azraq HQ, with optional wetland trail.
“The driver, Hassan, was punctual and very safe. He provided information on all the sites we visited and brought us to a great place for lunch. We had a great time!”
Private Amman and desert castles day trip with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and key stops including Roman Theatre, three Umayyad desert sites.
“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”
Private tour from Amman to UNESCO Qusayr Amra plus Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq, with optional Azraq Wetland Reserve.
“I added a City Tour to this Desert Castle Tour and was glad I did. Upon getting picked up by the driver, I informed him I had to be back at the hotel by 3:15 or at the latest 3:30 I had obtained a late checkout approval from the hotel until 4:30 in order to shower and prepare for Read more”
Day trip from Amman to Umayyad desert castles and the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, with door-to-door private transport and comfort.
“Given the price, I expected an extensive tour of the desert castle, not just the services of a driver for half a day. Had I known, I would have drove to the desert castles by myself. However, Mohammed was flexible on pickup location, very punctual and provided great conversatiRead more”
Private Amman desert castle tour to UNESCO Amra plus Kharana and Azraq, with Wi-Fi, mineral water, and optional Umm al Jimal.
“Everything was really beautiful and great; our driver was really kind and informed, and the trip that included the castles outside of Amman was very thrilling. I give advice to everyone.”
Visit Umayyad desert castles and Azraq Wetland Reserve from Amman with hotel pickup, comfy transport, and time at each site.
“This tour is well worth doing not just to see the castles, which were fascinating, but to experience the Eastern Desert - a very strange environment. Our driver Mohammed was excellent company and the vehicle was comfortable. Well worthwhile.”
Private 10-hour tour from Amman to Islamic desert castles, UNESCO frescoes at Quseir Amra, Lawrence at Al-Azraq, and Ajloun.
“This is a long day. There are 4 sites you visit. The first was probably a tavern, the next was a hunting lodge with amazing paintings on the wall. Although called castles they were not. The third site was a fort partly used by Lawrence of Arabia. It is then a long drive over to AjlouRead more”
Full-day Amman sights plus iconic desert castles, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking driver, and flexible entry-ticket options.
“We were amazed by the mix of culture and history on this tour. Our driver Mahmoud was fantastic—he was friendly, patient, and had excellent knowledge about both the city and the desert castles. We felt very well taken care of. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Jordan.”
Private day tour from Amman to Qusayr Amra, Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq, with air-conditioned pickup and UNESCO stops.
“Very professional organization that responded quickly to a last minute reservation inquiry and timely on all confirmations. I was fortunate to have Eyad as my driver who is very friendly, patient, and safe. Transportation was roomy and comfortable for the drives. The three castRead more”
Private full-day wildlife and birding tour from Amman, pairing Shaumari Reserve and Azraq Wetland, with 4x4 safari, guide, and transfers.
“We had a really nice day with our driver (we forgot his name so sorry, it was April 20th), he added a free stop at a nice castle on the way back. If you are animal lovers we recommend it, even if the price is quite expensive. Our guide in ShaumRead more”
Private Amman tour with desert castles: Al Balad, Citadel, Qasr al-Harranah, UNESCO Quseir Amra frescoes, and Qasr al-Azraq.
“Really it was amazing experience and really we enjoyed it mover thanks for our driver (Mr. Hamdi) who was really helpful”
Six regions, a Roman north, a carved south and a reef at the bottom of it.
