Once you have reached Mar Elias, you have the option of continuing on this challenging trail, which takes you by small farmhouse and their adjacent orchards on your way to Ajloun Castle, built between AD 1184 – 1188 by Salahadin’s nephew. In the first section of the trail, you can enjoy views of the West Bank and Syria, before you descend into a wooded valley. The final difficult uphill is rewarded by the incredible Ajloun Castle and the marvelous views that accompany it. Ajloun hiking, The hike also includes a locally prepared picnic lunch.

Grade: Difficult
Distance: 18 km