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1 day
Daily Tour
8 people
English, Espanol, Francais
In this tour, you will visit several sites in Amman.
Departure from Amman • 07:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Amman. • 08:00 AM – Drive towards the Eastern Desert, a scenic 1-hour drive. Stop 1: Qasr Al-Kharana (Approx. 45-minute visit) • Arrival at Qasr Al-Kharana, one of the best-preserved Umayyad castles. • Learn about its unique architectural style, featuring thick walls and a mysterious function (possibly a caravanserai or meeting place). • Explore the inner rooms, staircases, and rooftop views. • Travel time to next stop: 15 minutes. Stop 2: Qasr Amra (Approx. 1-hour visit) • Visit Qasr Amra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its well-preserved frescoes that depict hunting scenes, zodiac symbols, and early Islamic art. • Explore the bathing complex and underground water system, showcasing early Islamic luxury and engineering. • Learn about the Umayyad Caliphs who used this place as a royal retreat. • Travel time to next stop: 30 minutes. Stop 3: Qasr Al-Azraq (Approx. 1-hour visit) • Explore Qasr Al-Azraq, built from black basalt stone and historically significant for being T.E. Lawrence's headquarters during the Arab Revolt (1917-1918). • Visit the ancient mosque, courtyards, and upper floors that once housed travelers and warriors. • Learn about the Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic history of the fortress. • Lunch break (optional, depending on your choice). Afternoon: Return to Amman • Visiting citadel spending an hour there • Going to king Abdullah the first mosque • After going to down town to see roman theater and the old market •
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