Karak Castle Day Tour

Overview

Karak Castle is a massive 12th-century Crusader fortress with dark stone corridors, vaulted halls and sweeping views over the Dead Sea and Moab plateau. A dramatic stop on Jordan’s historic King’s Highway.

Trip video

Highlights

• 12th-century Crusader fortress
• Vaulted stone corridors & halls
• King’s Highway scenic drive
• Karak Archaeological Museum

Itinerary

1. 1

   Morning — departure

   Scenic drive south along the King’s Highway.

2. 2

   Midday — Karak Castle

   Explore the fortress corridors, halls and museum.

3. 3

   Afternoon — return

   Drive back to Amman with viewpoint stops.