Jordan By Locals

Destination: Azraq

  • Desert Castles Day Tour From Amman

    Desert Castles Day Tour From Amman

    A full day tour to Jordan’s eastern desert castles: Qasr Amra, Qasr Al-Azraq, and Qasr Al-Kharraneh — fascinating Umayyad-era fortresses, hunting lodges and bathhouses decorated with rare early Islamic frescoes. Private sedan for 1–3 persons or SUV/H1 van for 4–7.

    Highlights

    • Qasr Amra — a UNESCO site with rare frescoes
    • Qasr Al-Azraq — Lawrence of Arabia’s desert headquarters
    • Qasr Al-Kharraneh — an Umayyad desert fortress
    • Fascinating early Islamic art and architecture
    • Private vehicle with English-speaking driver

    What to expect

    A walkable introduction to Jordan’s capital. You will explore the Amman Citadel and its Temple of Hercules overlooking the old downtown, then descend to the 6,000-seat Roman Theatre cut into the hillside. The downtown souks are busy, fragrant and full of life — falafel, hummus, fresh juice and Arabic coffee among them. Expect some hills and stairs, comfortable shoes and modest dress at cultural stops. The pace is relaxed and the route is flexible on a private tour.

  • Private Shaumari Wildlife Experience and Overnight Azraq Wetland Reserve from Amman

    Private Shaumari Wildlife Experience and Overnight Azraq Wetland Reserve from Amman

    A private overnight wildlife experience at the Shaumari Wildlife Reserve and Azraq Wetland — Arabian oryx, desert gazelles, migratory birds and a night at an eco-reserve lodge in Jordan’s eastern desert.

    Highlights

    • A private overnight wildlife experience in Jordan’s eastern desert
    • The Arabian oryx and desert gazelles of Shaumari Wildlife Reserve
    • Migratory birds and oasis pools at the Azraq Wetland Reserve
    • A night at an eco-reserve lodge in the desert
    • Private transport from Amman with an English-speaking driver

    What to expect

    A comfortable private day with a local driver, air-conditioned transport and a flexible itinerary. You will visit the sites on your route at your own pace, with a sensible lunch stop and time to take photographs. Expect some walking on uneven ground at the sites and a relaxed, unhurried rhythm. Tell us your interests when you book and the day can be tailored around them.

  • World Heritage Sites of Jordan — 9 Day Private Tour

    World Heritage Sites of Jordan — 9 Day Private Tour

    Jordan has six places on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and this private tour visits every one of them. Your own driver takes you from the desert castles of the east to the old merchant town of As-Salt, down to the Baptism Site on the Jordan River and the mosaics of Umm ar-Rasas, then south to Petra and the red sands of Wadi Rum.

  • Self-Drive Jordan Classic — 9 Days

    Self-Drive Jordan Classic — 9 Days

    The most complete self-drive loop, adding the north and the eastern desert castles to the classic route south. We book the car, hotels and camp and send you the plan with every stop pinned.

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