8-Day Tour of Lebanon

Description

Day 1: Beirut

Once you've arrived at the airport in Beirut, we'll be waiting to bring you to the hotel in the Lebanese capital where we'll be staying.

Day 2: Tyre - Sidon

We'll have breakfast at the hotel in Beirut and then begin this 8-day tour of Lebanon. On this day, we'll tour the south of Lebanon, by visiting the city of Tyre in the morning and its amazing complex of Roman, Phonecians, Greek and Byzantine ruins.

That evening, we'll make our way to Sidon, also known as Saida and visit its castle, the old town and the souk.

The day will finish by returning to the hotel in Beirut.

Day 3: Byblos - Tripoli

After breakfast, we'll get on our way to discover Byblos and Tripoli, two of Lebanon's historic cities. In Byblos, we'll admire the Phonecian walls, the Roman theatre, the Crusader Castle, the San Juan Bautista Church and the harbour.

That evening, we'll visit Tripoli, one of the most important port cities in the Middle East. We'll see the citadel and its temples and pass through its souks.

Afterwards, we'll return to Beirut.

Day 4: Anjar - Baalbeck

After having breakfast, we'll make our way to the Bekaa Valley to visit Anjar, where we'll see its Umayyad ruins and learn about its history during the time of the Sultans.

Next, we'll travel to Baelbeck, where we'll explore its impressive Roman ruins, passing between the temples of Jupiter, Venus and Baco. Upon return to Beirut, we'll visit a Ksara Winery to try its wine, one of the most famous products in the area.

Once back at the hotel in Beirut, we'll have dinner and rest until the following day.

Day 5: Deir Kamal - Beit Ed Dine

Once we've finished breakfast, we'll head towards the Chouf Region. We'll cross this mountainous area rife with vegetation in order to reach Deir Kamal, the capital of Mount Lebanon. We'll see its rock structures and its old streets, as well as one of the oldest mosques in Lebanon, and its octagonal-shaped minaret.

Following on, we'll make our way to Beit Ed Dine, where we'll visit its 19th-century palace, which was once the governor's residence. Afterwards, we'll return to Beirut and use the evening to explore the centre of the Lebanese capital and its National Museum, which is home to many pieces from the prehistoric and Byzantine periods.

Day 6: Harissa - Jeita

On the 6th day, we'll visit Harissa, where the Church of Our Lady of Lebanon can be found, located at the highest point on the mountain. We'll hop on a cable car which will allow us to enjoy the views of Junieh Bay.

After this, we'll make our way to the Jeita Grotto, two interconnected caves that stretch 650 metres (2132 ft.) deep and are situated beside the Kahr al-Kalb River which translates to Dog River.

Finally, we'll return to Beirut for dinner and rest.

Day 7: Beirut

On the seventh day you'll have free to explore Beirut, go shopping or take part in an activity that you've always wanted to do.

Day 8: Beirut

After eating breakfast, we'll head to the Beirut Airport at the scheduled time.

Accommodation

El tour incluye 7 noches de alojamiento con desayuno en el hotel de Beirut de la categoría escogida: This tour includes 7 nights of accommodation with breakfast at the hotel in Beirut of your chosen category.

• Standard: Hotel Gems (3 stars) or similar
• Superior: Hotel Genifor Rotana (5 stars) or similar

Please keep in mind that the prices indicated are per person staying in a double room.

Important

Occasionally, due to weather, operational reasons or force majeure, the itinerary may change, with respect to the visits indicated and will incur a proportional reimbursement of part of the hotel, if applicable.