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Private Tour: Full-Day Islamic Desert Castles and Ajloun Castle Trip from Amman
Amman, Jordan
$240
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Look beyond Jordan’s most celebrated attractions to see some lesser-known historical treasures on this private Islamic Desert Castles day trip from Amman. Head east in this long trip to Al-Azraq, a castle that Lawrence of Arabia once used as a headquarters, and then explore the fresco-painted masterpiece of Amra and Al -Kharanah Castles. Finish at Ajloun, a hilltop medieval fortress built to defend against the Crusaders. Your tour includes private leisure transportation with English-Speaking Driver, hotel pick up and drop off, as well as entrance fees if Jordan Pass option not selected.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Tour For Jordan Pass Holders
Classic Visit to the Castles: Qasr Amra, Qasr Kharaneh, Qasr Azraq and Ajloun Caslte from Amman without entrance fees
Pickup included
Classic Visit to the Castles: Qasr Amra, Qasr Kharaneh, Qasr Azraq and Ajloun Caslte from Amman without entrance fees
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Entrance Fees to Ajloun Castle; if option Jordan Pass not selected
- Entrance Fees: Al- Azraq, Amra, and Al-Kharanah Castles; if option Jordan Pass not selected
- Additional Guide at the Desert Castles; if option with guide is selected
- On board WI-FI
- Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- English-Speaking Driver
- Anything else not mentioned
- Personal Expenses
- All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended
- All type of beverages
- All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
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AmmanAfter pick-up from your central Amman by private, air-conditioned vehicle with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, relax as you journey out of the city and into the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Drive with your friendly informative English-Speaking Driver to experience the fascinating Desert Castles. The region is speckled with 7th and 8th century castles, many within a 15-minute drive of each other, that were originally built by the Caliphs of the Umayyad dynasty as rural retreats and hunting lodges. Hear tales about this powerful dynasty, the first Muslim rulers of the Arab kingdom, including fascinating snippets about their extravagance and debauchery. As you travel, feel free to tell your driver if there’s a castle you want to see more of. Your tour is private, so the itinerary can be tailored to suit your interests.
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Quseir AmraAfter 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, this splendidly restored edifice is graced with 8th-century frescoes showing decadent scenes of nude women, wine, and parties.
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Qasr Al-HarranahContinue 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.
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Qsar Al-AzraqFinally, 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 and learn how Lawrence based his operations here during 1917 to 1918.
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Ajlun Castle (Qala'at ar-Rabad)Having explored here, continue to the 12th-century Castle of Ajloun, built in the time of Saladin to defend against Crusader armies. Head inside this semi-intact hilltop fortress, and roam the rambling corridors and staircases. See the murder holes used by the invaders, and admire the stunning views over the lush hills of the Jordan Valley from the towers. Then, reconvene with your vehicle and relax on your long ride back to Amman where your trip ends with a hotel drop-off.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Tour: Full-Day Islamic Desert Castles and Ajloun Castle Trip from Amman
Amman, Jordan
$240
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!