Full-Day Private Tour to Desert Castles and Azraq Wetland Reserve from Amman

Amman, Jordan
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Duration10h - 12h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit a desert oasis that’s habitat for migratory birds on a private, full day trip from Amman, Dead Sea, Madaba, Airport to Azraq Wetland Reserve. Enjoy the flexibility of a private driver and round-trip hotel transfer, then explore the wetland on your own or hire a nature guide onsite. Watch for raptors, eagles, and songbirds along easy-going walking trails, and experience a unique part of Jordan’s natural landscape.

Options

Azraq Village Biking Trail

Azraq Village Biking Trail: Grade: Easy to Moderate
Distance: 22 km
Time: 4 - 5 hours
Pickup included

Biking Trail

Mudflat Biking Trail: Grade: Easy to Moderate
Distance: 12 km
Time: 2 - 3 hours
The tour starts from Amra Castle and ends at the Azraq Lodge
Pickup included

A full fun Day in Azraq Wetland Natural reserve ( Usaykhim Bus Tour )

Pickup included

With Desert Castles

Desert Castles: 1. QASR AL-HARRANA/AL-KHARANAH
2. QASR AMRA
Pickup included

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Tea and a light traditional meal in local Druze home
  • Transfers in private, A/C, new vehicle with English speaking, assisting...
  • Travel Insurance & Personal expenses Gratuities
  • All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended

What to expect

  1. Qasr Al-Harranah
    30m · Admission ticket included
    QASR AL-HARRANA/AL-KHARANAH

    Named Al-Harrana Castle as it is positioned in the Al-Harrana Valley; the square fortress was resurrected during the reign of Al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik. The castle has been restored several times as a result of the constant invading empires. Located on the international road on the way to Azraq, visitors are encouraged to get medieval and explore inside the fortress walls.
  2. Quseir Amra
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Built during the reign of the Umayyad caliph Yazid bin Abd al-Malik, who is considered to be the sixth caliph of the Umayyad successors, Qasr Amra is believed to have been a location to aid in hunting. With the preservation of castle carvings and fresco paintings the Qasr Amra is sure to be a castle experience unlike the others.
  3. Azraq Wetland Reserve
    6h · Admission ticket included
    Al-Azraq Wetland Reservation where you will start your day with the Usaykhim Bus Tour :

    Grade: Easy to Moderate

    Distance on foot: 5 km

    Distance by bus: 40 km

    Time: 5-6 hours Description

    From the Azraq Lodge, a shuttle bus will take the guests to a desert entrance to begin your hike to Wadi Usaykhim, where they will view inscriptions written by humans thousands of years ago. Continue hiking two kilometers to the top of the highest mountain, where the Usakhim fortress stands, marking the easternmost point of the ancient Roman Empire. Here, the shuttle bus will wait to take them to a local home for tea and a light traditional meal before returning to the Lodge.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Queen Alia Intl Airport & Dead Sea Pickup or Drop off available on request for extra charge

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Contact your local operator (phone number, emergency mobile number, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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