Desert Castles Tour

This excursion takes you to the lowest point on earth where you can float in waters that are 8 times saltier than the ocean. Afterwards you will be taken to a site where 1001 night will come alive.

A tour to Jordan's desert castles, beautiful examples of both early Islamic art and architecture, stand testament to a fascinating era in the country's rich history. Their fine mosaics, frescoes, stone and stucco carvings and illustrations, inspired by the best in Persian and Greco-Roman traditions, tell countless stories of the life as it was during the 8th century. Called castles because of their imposing stature, the desert complexes actually served various purposes as caravan stations, agriculture and trade centres, resort pavilions and outposts that helped distant rulers forge ties with local Bedouins. Several of these preserved compounds, all of which are clustered to the east and south of Amman, can be visited on one - or two-day loops from the city. Quseir Amra, one of the best preserved monuments, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its interior walls and ceilings are covered with lively frescoes, and two of the rooms are paved with colorful mosaics. Meeting/ Pick up point: The clients will be picked up from their accommodation.
Duration: 3 hours.
Start or opening time: 08.00am.
Languages: English speaking driver only.

Admissions

Meal

Drinks

Assistance or guided tour

Equipment

Optional meal

General entrance