Sunday, 24 of Nov. 2025, As-Sura to Dhahriya - Thru Hike

After passing through the rural areas surrounding As-Sura,  the path to Dhahriya, leads through evergreen pine forests. It continues towards Khirbet Rabud, the only major Late Bronze Age archaeological site in the mountains around Hebron. At the end of the 19th century the area was inhabited again. The inhabitants made use of the caves for protection, at first temporary and then permanent residences. However, the Ottoman village of Rabud has been left to decay since 1970’s. Yet the ruins  are some of the best preserved examples of vernacular  architecture in the mountains around Hebron. The new village of Raboud is built nearby.

Later, a long portion of the trail passes through the picturesque Wadi Nar to reach Dhahriya. According to local tradition, Dhahriya  was founded in thirteenth century by the Mamluk ruler Al-Malik al-Dhahir Baibars, after whom the village was named. However, archaeological findings confirm that the site was inhabited before this time.  A well-conserved fortress from the Hellenistic or early Roman period is can also be found in the village. Nevertheless, Dhahriya’s historic core, with its narrow streets and small domed stone houses, is a well-preserved example of an architectural complex that dates to Ottoman times in Palestine. Before the houses were constructed, probably during the sixteenth or seventeenth century, the villagers used to live in caves that currently can be found beneath the old town.
 

 Hikers stamp location : Dhahriya

Walking distance:13.5 km
Walking time: 4- 5 hours 
Difficulty: Moderate 
 

Recommendations

• Lightweight walking boots
• Walking poles
• At least 4-5 liters of water and snacks for the hike
• Sunscreen and hat
• Your camera

Included:

• An experienced local hiking guide
• Lunch in Route 

Not Included:

• Transportations to the starting point and from the end point