The 5 Best Jordan Castle Tours

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 360 reviews · from $59Our pick

Travel from Amman in a private, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver such as Shadi, Anas, or Mohammad. Choose Jerash alone, add Ajloun Castle or Umm Qais, or visit all three. Jerash is the main draw, while Umm Qais brings wide views toward Syria, Israel, and Palestine.

“I had an great day with Shadi, he was an excellent driver! The tour of the 3 sites was very interesting, especially the mighty Jerash! Shadi also advised me on the most suitable tour for Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea and he arranged the booking for me. I am very glad I booked this tour, I highly recommend it!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · from $57Best value

Travel privately from Amman to Jerash, with upgrade options for Ajloun Castle and Umm Qais. Your English-speaking driver, including Omar, Ramzi, Safwat, or Anas, handles the road while you set the pace. Bring cash for entrance fees and optional local guides.

“Amazing experience! Perfect day out we had Safwat as our guide je was very hospitable and kind would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking to visit Jordan.”

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3.From Amman: Umayyad Desert Castles Tour with Transfer

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

Travel from Amman to Jordan’s Eastern Desert with an English-speaking driver, visiting Quseir Amra, Azraq’s black basalt fort, and other Umayyad sites. Expect a comfortable six-hour outing, hotel pickup, entrance fees, and plenty of open desert between stops. Ask in advance if you need a formal guide.

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

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4.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 and temples, then climb Ajloun Castle for Jordan Valley views. Your English-speaking driver handles transport and timing, while local site guides and entrance fees are optional extras.

“Merece la pena verlo! Es muy bonito, Gerasa es espectacular. Nuestro conductor Mahmoud, muy muy amable. Se esforzó mucho por hacer que nuestro viaje fuera lo más cómodo posible.”

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5.From Amman: Desert Castles of Eastern Jordan Tour

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

Travel from Amman by private air-conditioned vehicle to three Umayyad desert castles: fresco-filled Quseir Amra, fortress-like Al Kharanah, and Lawrence of Arabia’s Azraq headquarters. An English-speaking driver such as Hassan or Amer Ramouni guides the day, with an optional wetland stop and private pacing.

“Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.”

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