Top 15 Amman Castle Tours

1.From Amman: Private Jerash, Ajloun Castle, and Umm Qais Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · from $57Our pick

Travel from Amman with a private English-speaking driver to Roman Jerash, then add Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais. You set the pace, can hire local guides at each site, and receive hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and water. Drivers such as Ramzi, Omar, Safwat, and Anas are praised for clear communication and helpful local advice.

“We did a private tour to Jerash with our incredible driver Zakariya. The transportation was excellent and the Roman ruins at Jerash were so impressive. We had a great time at the site. Most importantly Zakariya was a very knowledgeable driver who knew all the fun facts around, and was always making sure we were comfortable and provided a clear itinerary. He made the trip extra special and we recommend this tour and this driver to all who visit Jordan.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.From Amman: Umayyad Desert Castles Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 6 hours · from $82

Travel from Amman into Jordan’s Eastern Desert to see Quseir Amra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Azraq’s black basalt fort. Your English-speaking driver handles transport, entrance fees, and transfers. Drivers such as Mohammad, Omar, and Tasir have been praised for friendly service and useful stories, though guide service can vary.

“Amazing tour and Omar was a great guide. The transport was perfect, all well-organised. Would totally recommend. And perfect for solo female travellers.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.One Day Trip to Jerash & Ajloun Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $75Top rated

Travel north from Amman in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to explore Jerash’s Roman streets, temples, theaters, and plazas, then visit Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin’s forces in 1184. Your English-speaking driver handles transport and hotel pickup. Local guides and entrance fees cost extra, so you can explore at your own pace or add site commentary.

“Jerash amazing place to visit. So much to see there. Driver friendly and polite and had WiFi which was useful when out and about during day. I hadn’t paid for Jordanian SIM card so couldn’t access internet except when in hotel with WiFi . Was very interesting to see some of countryside of northern Jordan.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.From Amman: Desert Castles of Eastern Jordan Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $93

Travel privately from Amman to three striking Umayyad sites: fresco-filled Quseir Amra, fortress-like Qasr Al Kharanah, and Azraq Castle, once used by Lawrence of Arabia. Your English-speaking driver, including highly praised guides such as Hassan and Amer, shares history along the way. Add a castle guide, lunch, or the Azraq Wetland Reserve if desired.

“The driver, Hassan, was punctual and very safe. He provided information on all the sites we visited and brought us to a great place for lunch. We had a great time!”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Private Day Trip to Jerash, Umm Qais and Ajloun Castle from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $118

Travel from Amman in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Umm Qais, Ajloun Castle, and Jerash. Your English-speaking driver handles the route and waits while you explore, but site entry and official local guides cost extra. The day is flexible, and drivers such as Saad, Raed, Murad, and Hazem have adjusted plans to suit travelers’ interests.

“I would highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore Jordan north of Amman. I requested to not visit Ajloun Castle for more time at Umm Qais. The tour company accommodated and gave me plenty of time at both Umm Qais and Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.3Day Private Tour: Petra Mount Nebo & Al Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red and Dead Seas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $499

Travel from Amman with a private English-speaking driver to Mount Nebo, Al-Karak, Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. Your package includes two nights, a 2-hour Jeep safari, breakfast, dinner, water, and hotel pickup. Guides and site entry fees cost extra.

“Going to Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre was magnificent but the highlight has to be Petra, absolutely incredible. Spending the night in Wadi Rum was out of this world. The whole trip was an unforgettable experience.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.6 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Baptism Site Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $999

Spend six days touring Jordan in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Visit Petra, Jerash, Umm Qais, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Karak Castle, Wadi Rum, the Red Sea, and the Dead Sea. Your package includes hotels, breakfasts, a Bedouin camp, dinner, and a two-hour jeep safari.

“As two tourists having never visited Jordan but with much traveling under our belts, we didn’t know what Jordan would be like – even with detailed planning. Our week-long tour of the country after all is a long time! Having Murad drive us between locations, coordinate with varRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Day Tour to Jerash, Ajloun Castle and Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $98

Travel from Amman to three of Jordan’s defining sights: Roman Jerash, hilltop Ajloun Castle, and the salty Dead Sea. Your private English-speaking driver handles transport, with a local Jerash guide available if selected. Expect bottled water, onboard Wi-Fi, hotel pickup, extra admission fees, and time to float or use resort facilities at the Dead Sea.

“Todas las actividades fueron excelentes. Jerash impresionante Una baño en el muerto vale la pena. Toda una experiencia”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.4 Day Private Tour: Petra Jerash Mount Nebo Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $699

You get a private English-speaking driver, air-conditioned vehicle, three nights of lodging, Petra, Jerash, Wadi Rum, Mount Nebo, Karak, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. The tour packs Jordan’s major sights into four days. Site guides and entrance fees cost extra, so plan for those before you go.

Check availability →Read our full review

10.5 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Mount Nebo Karak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $799

You’ll travel Jordan in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, visiting Amman, Umm Qais, Jerash, Mount Nebo, Karak, Petra, Little Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. Three hotel nights, a Bedouin camp, breakfasts, dinner, and a two-hour jeep tour are included. Ask about the driver assigned to your departure.

“Very good experience—especially in Petra and desert. Food was very good. Gide was friendly and very knowledgeable.”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.From Amman: Full-Day tour Amman city tour and desert castles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $89

Spend 10 to 12 hours with a private English-speaking driver exploring Amman’s Roman Theatre and Citadel, then Kharana, Quseir Amra, and Al-Azraq castles. Hotel pickup, water, Wi-Fi, and transport are included. Admission tickets are optional, and a local guide is not provided.

“Friendly driver answer all of our questions, made us feel comfortable while driving us to the sites. Took so many pictures, enjoyed the experience.”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Private Tour of Desert Castles Eastern Jordan with optional Azraq Wetland Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $93

Travel from Amman into eastern Jordan’s open desert plains by private air-conditioned vehicle. Visit fresco-filled Qusayr Amra, fortress-like Qasr Kharana, and Lawrence of Arabia’s former base at Qasr al-Azraq. Your English-speaking driver offers a flexible day, with an optional licensed guide, lunch, or Azraq Wetland Reserve stop.

“Basel was an amazing driver full of information we wouldn't have found !elsewhere. He was entirely flexible and atune to our needs adding and deleting things as we requested! We enjoyed his company so much, we joined him for a second day!”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.1 Day Tour to Amman Jerash and Ajloun castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $136

Travel by private air-conditioned car from Amman to the Citadel, Roman Theatre, Jerash, and Ajloun Castle. An English-speaking driver such as Hassan, Hazem, Khalil, or Jawdat may handle the day, with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, drinks, and flexible stop times included. Entrance fees and meals cost extra.

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Day Tour To Desert Castles & Cave of the Seven Sleepers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $83

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Amman to Qsar Al-Azraq, UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, Qasr al-Kharrana, and the Cave of the Seven Sleepers. Your English-speaking driver handles the road and timing, while you explore the sites independently. Entry fees and lunch are extra.

“We really enjoyed our day out of the city and into the countryside. The red desert and the low hills were stunning to see. Our guide was fantastic, very patient with all of our questions and very, very knowledgeable. We viewed three buildings, each with different architecture and histories. The Cave of the Seven Sleepers is small but interesting for its religious significance. You won't regret seeing these sights.”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.5 Day Tour: Amman Petra Jerash Mount Nebo Shobak Castle Wadi Rum Red & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $899

Travel Jordan by private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, visiting Amman, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. Four nights of lodging, breakfasts, one camp dinner, a two-hour jeep ride, and hotel pickup are included. Site tickets and local guides cost extra.

“Brilliant trip, unforgettable experience! Mahd was an informative and very patient driver with all of us-was on time and helped look after us at each destination. Safe and stressfree way to see sights of Jordan.”

Check availability →Read our full review