Desert Castles & Dead Sea Tour
Desert Castles & Dead Sea Tour
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Amman and drive to the east of Jordan so we can begin this very special tour. We'll discover two of the most emblematic desert castles in the country. These fortresses were built between the 7th and 11th centuries and were used as defence hubs, caravanserais and palaces.
First, we'll visit Harranah Castle, built by the Umayyad caliphs and one of the most important examples of early Islamic architecture. We'll stroll through the courtyard and rooms whilst learning all about the Roman, Byzantine and Sassanid influences.
Shortly after, we'll head to Amra Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. When entering the interior of this medieval palace, you'll be able to see the 8th-century fresco paintings depicting hunting scenes, portraits of rulers and zodiac schemes.
After concluding our castle tours, we'll head to the Dead Sea, a lake bordered by Jordan, Israel and Palestine and situated more than 400 metres below sea level. The high concentration of salt and minerals in the water prevents life from developing in the lake, giving it its name.
You'll have 2 hours of free time to swim in the Dead Sea and take in all its benefits, which have provided many cosmetic and medical treatments for centuries. You'll be amazed by how easy it is to float, do you know why?
We'll round up the tour between 9-9.5 hours and drop you off at your hotel in Amman.
Minimum Participants
You must be a group of 2 or more adults to participate in this activity. For example, one adult and one child don't count.
More Information
Duration
8h - 9h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Not included
Tickets: US$ 15 per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Alliance Dmc
Corporate name: Alliance Travel and Tourism
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How much time will we spend at the castles?
A - We'll spend around 1 hour visiting and doing a guided tour of each of the castles.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
