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Krak des Chevaliers
Spend a full day at Krak des Chevaliers; arrive early, explore the castle, and return by late afternoon.
Krak des Chevaliers is a single‑site attraction; a half‑day is enough to see the main walls and interior, but a full day allows a relaxed visit, time for a meal, and safe return on scheduled transport.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- SYP
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, limited transport)
- Airports
- Damascus (DAM) · Latakia (LTK)
- Nights
- 1
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- Middle East ↗Security advice in this region can change within a day; re-read your government's page before departure and again before any border or regional flight.
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Krak des Chevaliers112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Krak des Chevaliers, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Foreign cards and ATMs generally do not work in Syria: see Insurance & payments above.Syria-wide
- SafetySecurity situation varies; consult your government’s travel advice and stay aware of bus schedules.
- Emergency numbers112 police · 110 ambulance · 113 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckDAM Damascus International Airport (About 3 h by road to the castle; taxi round trip around US$60 with the driver waiting (check)).
- Getting aroundMicrobus from Hama (≈2 h) or bus from Tartus/Homs (≈1 h).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Metro or bus rideBus fare (Hama‑Krak)US$0.80–1.00 (check)
- Budget bedBebers Hotel double room, a night, per roomSYP 20
- Mid-range bedBebers Hotel double room, a night, per roomSYP 25
- High-end bedBebers Hotel double room, a night, per roomSYP 25
A day, not counting the bed: Budget SYP 15 · Mid SYP 30 · High SYP 50
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DAM Damascus International Airport (About 3 h by road to the castle; taxi round trip around US$60 with the driver waiting (check)) · LTK Latakia airport (Closest coastal airport; onward by road via Tartous, about 2 h (check))
Map of Krak des Chevaliers
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Dec
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jan (8 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Krak des Chevaliers: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
1 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
1 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Nov
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Microbus from Hama (≈2 h) or bus from Tartus/Homs (≈1 h). Fares under US$1; taxi from Damascus ≈US$60 round‑trip.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Hama
goDoor to door: ≈4 h round‑trip
Microbus, about 2 h each way
Best base for day trips; offers accommodation and transport.
Tartus
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round‑trip
Bus, about 1 h each way
Shorter ride, but fewer lodging options.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Bebers Hotel
Rooms with ensuite bathrooms and balcony views of the castle; singles US$20, doubles US$25.
Hotel Francis
A few kilometres from the castle with valley views; check availability.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- US$15–30 excl. bed
- Mid
- US$30–50 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bebers Hotel double room1 × 1 night × SYP 25 | SYP 25 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × SYP 30 | SYP 60 |
| Microbus Hama ↔ Krak des Chevaliers (round‑trip)2 × SYP 1 | SYP 2 |
| Meal at Castle Restaurant2 × SYP 5 | SYP 10 |
| Trip total≈ SYP 49 per person per day, bed included | SYP 97 |
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2026 estimate in US dollars; flights and transport excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bus fare (Hama‑Krak) | US$0.80–1.00 (check) |
| Meal (mezze, chicken) | US$5–8 |
| Water bottle | US$1–2 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules may change; verify last return time to avoid overnight stay.
- Some interior areas are dark; bring a torch.
- Uneven stone surfaces; watch for slips.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 110
- Fire
- 113
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Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance110
- Fire113
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Microbus Hama → Krak des Chevaliers: ≈US$1 each way
- Taxi Damascus → Krak des Chevaliers (round‑trip): ≈US$60, driver waits
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Krak des Chevaliers. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, limited transport)
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add eSIM for data (see /topics/esim-for-travel-how-it-works-and-how-to-set-it-up).
- Combine visit with Hama city tour (see /hama).
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