Ad-Dayr Back Road Trail 2

Ad-Dayr Back Road Trail 2 (4hrs to 5hrs)

Degree of difficulty: Difficult

This trail takes you off the main track to reach Ad-Dayr, or the Monastery, via a backroad route. The journey begins at Kharrubat Al Fajja, which is 50 meters west to the main road to Beidha, and ends at Ad-Dayr. The beginning of this trail is easy, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the area as well as the mountain views overlooking Wadi Araba as you walk. The route also takes you through an agricultural area. Donkeys can be used for the round trip, taking you from the starting point to the beginning of the steps that lead to Ad-Dayr and back again. From the Visitor Center, you can also go by car or bus to the beginning of this trail, which starts at a site that is just off the main road leading to Beidha.

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