This trail takes you off the main track to reach Ad-Deir, or the Monastery, via a back road route. The trail begins at Kharrubat al-Fajja, which is 50 meters west of the main road to Beidha, and ends at Ad-Deir. The beginning of this trail is easy, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the area and the mountain views overlooking Wadi Araba as you walk. From the visitor centre you will need a private transfer to the beginning of this trail, which starts at a site that is just off the main road leading to Beidha.
Tour/Trail Details:
Trail Name: Back Road to Monastery
Trail Duration: 05 – 06 Hours
Trail Distance: 08 - 10km
Grade/Level: Difficult
Start location: Little Petra Region
End Location: Visitors Centre
Trail/Tour Itinerary:
You will meet your guide at the Visitors Centre near the ticketing office. You will need to purchase your entry ticket (or we can purchase/arrange it if it is included with our package). You will then be transferred 15 minutes to the Little Petra Area. This back road trail was a Nabatean Processional Route winding its way through beautiful mountains area to the Monastery. It offers great views of Wadi Araba. You will have a chance to rest at the Monastery before continuing down the mountain and out of Petra via the Main Trail.