About Petra and Southern Jordan
Southern Jordan is ideal for Petra, desert landscapes, dramatic archaeology, and some of the country’s most iconic travel experiences.
Best time to visit: March to May and September to November
Cities & Towns in Petra and Southern Jordan
Petra
Rose-red Nabataean city carved into sandstone—Jordan’s bucket-list archaeology and desert gateway.
Top attractions: The Siq, Treasury
Karak
King’s Highway fortress city—compare Karak / Al Karak hotels near Karak Castle, the historic core, castle plaza, archaeological museum, Wadi Mujib access, and southern Jordan road-trip routes.
Top attractions: Karak Castle, Karak Castle Plaza