Desert Castles & Dead Sea Tour

Prepare to be amazed by the treasures Jordan's desert has to offer with this tour of the desert castles and the Dead Sea. Do not miss this unique experience.

Desert Castles & Dead Sea Tour

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Amman and drive east in Jordan to begin this special tour. We'll discover two emblematic desert castles built between the 7th and 11th centuries, used as defense hubs, caravanserais, and palaces.

First, we'll visit Harranah Castle, built by the Umayyad caliphs and a vital example of early Islamic architecture. We'll explore the courtyard and rooms while learning about Roman, Byzantine, and Sassanid influences.

Next, we'll head to Amra Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inside this medieval palace, you'll see 8th-century fresco paintings depicting hunting scenes, portraits of rulers, and zodiac schemes.

After the castle tours, we'll visit the Dead Sea, a lake bordered by Jordan, Israel, and Palestine, situated more than 400 meters below sea level. The high salt content prevents aquatic life from developing.

You'll have 2 hours of free time to swim in the Dead Sea and experience its benefits, known for cosmetic and medical treatments for centuries. You'll be amazed at how easy it is to float.

We'll conclude 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.