South of Amman, the King's Highway threads through Karak, Tafilah and Shobak, lands of crusader castles, terraced green farms and plunging canyon views. These towns feel a world from the capital.
Karak's fortress, Tafilah's olive groves and Shobak's gaunt ruins reward cross-country drivers. Fuel up and plan stops. Travellers who hire car & driver in Jordan love the authentic southern highway, and full package tours to Jordan include it on the long route to Petra.
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