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Karak Castle Day Tour from Amman

A full-day private trip to the mighty Crusader fortress of Al-Karak Castle, with its dark tunnels, towers and panoramic views over the King's Highway valley.

A full-day private trip to the mighty Crusader fortress of Al-Karak Castle, with its dark tunnels, towers and panoramic views over the King’s Highway valley.

Highlights

  • The mighty Crusader fortress of Al-Karak Castle
  • Dark stone tunnels, vaulted halls and the upper courts
  • Panoramic views over the King’s Highway valley
  • A specialist guide on request to bring the Crusader and Ayyubid history to life
  • Private transport along the scenic King’s Highway from Amman

What to expect

A long, memorable day on your feet in a spectacular desert setting. You will walk the narrow Siq canyon as the Treasury comes into view, then explore the Royal Tombs, the Street of Facades and the wider Nabataean city at your own pace. There is an optional climb of around 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for a panoramic reward. The ground is sand and rock, so sturdy closed-toe shoes, a hat and water are essential. Start times are adjusted seasonally to avoid the midday heat, and the pace is always yours to set.

Highlights of Jordan

An 8-day group adventure covering Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba — Jordan's greatest hits in one trip.

An 8-day group adventure covering Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba — Jordan’s greatest hits in one trip.

Highlights

  • An 8-day group adventure
  • Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba
  • A Wadi Rum overnight in a Bedouin camp
  • Snorkel or relax by the Red Sea in Aqaba
  • Shared-room value with like-minded travelers

What to expect

A long, memorable day on your feet in a spectacular desert setting. You will walk the narrow Siq canyon as the Treasury comes into view, then explore the Royal Tombs, the Street of Facades and the wider Nabataean city at your own pace. There is an optional climb of around 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for a panoramic reward. The ground is sand and rock, so sturdy closed-toe shoes, a hat and water are essential. Start times are adjusted seasonally to avoid the midday heat, and the pace is always yours to set.

Jordan Discovery

A 9-day small-group discovery of Jordan — Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and the Dead Sea.

A 9-day small-group discovery of Jordan — Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and the Dead Sea.

Highlights

  • A 9-day small-group discovery
  • Amman, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Kerak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and the Dead Sea
  • A Wadi Rum overnight and a Red Sea afternoon in Aqaba
  • The King’s Highway via Karak Castle
  • A relaxed, sociable small-group pace

What to expect

A long, memorable day on your feet in a spectacular desert setting. You will walk the narrow Siq canyon as the Treasury comes into view, then explore the Royal Tombs, the Street of Facades and the wider Nabataean city at your own pace. There is an optional climb of around 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for a panoramic reward. The ground is sand and rock, so sturdy closed-toe shoes, a hat and water are essential. Start times are adjusted seasonally to avoid the midday heat, and the pace is always yours to set.

Jordan Jewels – 8 Days

An 8-day jewel-of-Jordan tour — Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Kerak, Petra and Wadi Rum, with hand-picked hotels throughout.

An 8-day jewel-of-Jordan tour — Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Kerak, Petra and Wadi Rum, with hand-picked hotels throughout.

Highlights

  • An 8-day jewel-of-Jordan private tour
  • Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Kerak, Petra and Wadi Rum
  • Hand-picked hotels throughout
  • The King’s Highway via Karak Castle
  • A Wadi Rum overnight in a Bedouin camp

What to expect

A long, memorable day on your feet in a spectacular desert setting. You will walk the narrow Siq canyon as the Treasury comes into view, then explore the Royal Tombs, the Street of Facades and the wider Nabataean city at your own pace. There is an optional climb of around 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for a panoramic reward. The ground is sand and rock, so sturdy closed-toe shoes, a hat and water are essential. Start times are adjusted seasonally to avoid the midday heat, and the pace is always yours to set.

3 Day King’s Highway Tour: Petra, Mount Nebo, Karak, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea

A three-day private tour along Jordan's scenic King's Highway — Mount Nebo, Madaba, the Crusader Karak Castle, a full day at Petra, a Wadi Rum jeep safari with Bedouin camp overnight, and a float in the Dead Sea.

A three-day private tour along Jordan’s scenic King’s Highway — Mount Nebo, Madaba, the Crusader Karak Castle, a full day at Petra, a Wadi Rum jeep safari with Bedouin camp overnight, and a float in the Dead Sea.

Highlights

  • Travel the full scenic King’s Highway with Mount Nebo, Madaba and Karak Castle
  • A full day exploring the rose-red city of Petra
  • A Wadi Rum sunset jeep safari and overnight Bedouin camp
  • Float in the Dead Sea at the lowest point on Earth
  • Private air-conditioned transport with English-speaking driver

What to expect

A long, memorable day on your feet in a spectacular desert setting. You will walk the narrow Siq canyon as the Treasury comes into view, then explore the Royal Tombs, the Street of Facades and the wider Nabataean city at your own pace. There is an optional climb of around 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for a panoramic reward. The ground is sand and rock, so sturdy closed-toe shoes, a hat and water are essential. Start times are adjusted seasonally to avoid the midday heat, and the pace is always yours to set.

8 Day Aqaba to Aqaba Jordan Tour

An eight-day Jordan tour starting and ending at Aqaba Airport: Aqaba, Wadi Rum 4x4, Petra, Crusader castles, Jerash and the Dead Sea, with breathtaking nature stops.

An eight-day Jordan tour starting and ending at Aqaba Airport: Aqaba, Wadi Rum 4×4, Petra, Crusader castles, Jerash and the Dead Sea, with breathtaking nature stops.

Highlights

  • Start and end at Aqaba Airport — ideal for Red Sea cruise passengers
  • Wadi Rum 4×4 safari and Petra over two days
  • Crusader castles of Karak and Shobak
  • Roman Jerash and the Dead Sea
  • Breathtaking nature stops along the King’s Highway

What to expect

Jordan’s Red Sea gateway, where the desert meets the water. Aqaba tours typically start or end here for cruise passengers and beach lovers, with time to swim, snorkel or simply relax on the coast. The town is compact and walkable, with relaxed cafes and duty-free shopping. It is most often a stop within a longer Jordan loop rather than a standalone sightseeing day, pairing naturally with Wadi Rum and Petra.

9 Day Biblical Heritage & Egeria Way Trail Tour

A nine-day spiritually enriching journey tracing biblical figures and the historic Camino Egeria pilgrimage route: Mount Nebo, the Jordan River, Madaba, Petra and the desert landscapes of Jordan.

A nine-day spiritually enriching journey tracing biblical figures and the historic Camino Egeria pilgrimage route: Mount Nebo, the Jordan River, Madaba, Petra and the desert landscapes of Jordan.

Highlights

  • Trace the footsteps of biblical figures across Jordan
  • Walk part of the historic Camino Egeria pilgrimage route
  • Mount Nebo, the Jordan River and Madaba mosaics
  • Bethany Beyond the Jordan baptism site
  • Petra and the desert landscapes of the Holy Land

What to expect

A short, scenic stop with deep biblical significance. Mount Nebo is where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land, and on a clear day the panorama stretches across the Jordan Valley toward Jericho. You will see the restored Byzantine mosaics and the modern serpent-cross monument, then continue — most Mount Nebo visits are part of a wider day that takes in Madaba’s mosaics or the Dead Sea. Expect a brief, easy walk and beautiful light at golden hour.

2 Day Petra & King’s Highway Tour via Al-Karak Castle

A scenic two-day private journey from Amman to Petra along the historic King's Highway, stopping at the Crusader fortress of Al-Karak Castle, with a full day to explore the rose-red city of Petra and an overnight in Wadi Mousa.

A scenic two-day private journey from Amman to Petra along the historic King’s Highway, stopping at the Crusader fortress of Al-Karak Castle, with a full day to explore the rose-red city of Petra and an overnight in Wadi Mousa.

Highlights

  • Travel the scenic King’s Highway instead of the Desert Highway
  • Explore the mighty Crusader fortress of Al-Karak Castle
  • A full day to discover Petra at your own pace
  • Overnight in Wadi Mousa near the Petra entrance
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver

What to expect

A long, memorable day on your feet in a spectacular desert setting. You will walk the narrow Siq canyon as the Treasury comes into view, then explore the Royal Tombs, the Street of Facades and the wider Nabataean city at your own pace. There is an optional climb of around 800 steps to the Monastery (Ad Deir) for a panoramic reward. The ground is sand and rock, so sturdy closed-toe shoes, a hat and water are essential. Start times are adjusted seasonally to avoid the midday heat, and the pace is always yours to set.

World Heritage Sites of Jordan — 9 Day Private Tour

All six of Jordan's UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one private trip — Petra, Wadi Rum, Quseir Amra, Umm ar-Rasas, the Baptism Site and As-Salt — plus Jerash, Karak and the Dead Sea.

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.

Jordan Photography Tour — 9 Days of Golden-Hour Light

A private photo tour timed around sunrise and sunset: Amman's rooftops, Roman Jerash, Umm Qais, the Dead Sea salt flats, Dana, Petra in morning light and Wadi Rum under the stars.

Light is everything in Jordan. This private tour is planned around the best hours to shoot: early starts in Petra before the crowds, sunset at Umm Qais and the Dead Sea, and a night in Wadi Rum for star trails. Your driver knows the viewpoints and waits while you work, so you never have to rush a shot.