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Go Back in Time
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Begin your journey with Qasr Al-Hallabat, a Roman-turned-Umayyad fortress framed by olive groves and mosaics. Next, visit the nearby Hammam Al-Sarah, a beautifully preserved early Islamic bathhouse showcasing elegant architecture and ancient heating systems. Continue to Qasr Al-Kharanah, with its mysterious design and striking desert silhouette. At Qasr Amra, admire vibrant 8th-century frescoes that bring Umayyad leisure and artistry to life. Finally, end at Qasr Al-Azraq, a basalt fortress rich in carvings and wartime history, famously used by T.E. Lawrence during the Arab Revolt.
Each site unveils a different chapter of Jordan’s layered desert heritage.
Pick-up and drop-off at alternate locations can be arranged—consult with your travel advisor.
1 Day tour
Amman
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History Exploration |
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Sightseeing |
🚐 Private, air-conditioned transportation
👨✈️ Professional English-speaking driver
🎟️ Entrance Fees – included with your Jordan Pass
📞 24/7 support from by Travel Advisor
Comfortable Hiking Clothes and Shoes
Your Jordan Pass
Sunscreen
Your Smile
A clear mind for a fascinating experience
Depart Amman at 8:30 AM for a scenic drive into Jordan’s eastern desert, where you’ll arrive at the enchanting Qasr Al-Hallabat. Once a robust Roman fortress commissioned by Emperor Caracalla in the early 3rd century AD, its honey-toned walls and graceful arches still echo with Nabatean whispers from an even earlier era. Stroll through its spring-fed bathhouse, admire fragments of Byzantine mosaics, and picture caravan traders traversing the Via Nova Traiana—the ancient road that linked Damascus to Aqaba. Between the desert dunes and olive groves, this hidden gem offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and romance
Rising from the desert plains in dark basalt stone, Qasr Al-Azraq once stood three stories tall—its jet-black walls shimmering against the golden sands. As you enter, pause on the worn paving stones: their tiny indentations mark where watchful gatekeepers once amused themselves with pebble-board games. Step into the cool shadow of the courtyard and you’ll find playful animal carvings and ancient inscriptions etched into the stone, whispering tales of travelers and soldiers who passed through this strategic stronghold.
A UNESCO World Heritage
Built-in the early 8th century, this exceptionally well-preserved desert castle was both a fortress with a garrison and a residence of the Umayyad caliphs. The most outstanding features of this small pleasure palace are the reception hall and the hammam, both richly decorated with figurative murals that reflect the secular art of the time.
One of the best-known of the desert castles located in present-day eastern Jordan, about 60 kilometres (37 mi) east of Amman and relatively close to the border with Saudi Arabia. It is one of the earliest examples of Islamic architecture in the region.
Its purpose remains unclear today. “Castle” is a misnomer as the building’s internal arrangement does not suggest a military use, and slits in its wall could not have been designed for arrow-slits. It could have been a caravanserai, or resting place for traders, but lacks the water source such buildings usually had close by and is not on any major trade routes.
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