Lebanon Encounters

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 95 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

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Beirut, Saudi Arabia

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Highlights

Beirut, Beiteddine Palace, Tyre World Heritage Site, Sidon Souk, Baalbek temple complex, Ksara Caves wine tasting, Cedar Forest, Qadisha Valley, Baatara Gorge & Waterfall, Byblos harbour & history, Jeita Grotto, Harissa cable car

Itinerary

Lebanon Encounters is your gateway to the Eastern Mediterranean’s hidden gems, offering eight days of culture, history, and natural wonders. Begin in Beirut, then visit the ancient Phoenician cities of Tyre and Sidon, the continually inhabited Byblos, and the stunning temples of Heliopolis. Marvel at natural sites like the Baatara Gorge Waterfall and the Jeita Grotto, and experience the tranquility of the Barouk Cedar Nature Reserve. Accommodation ranges from boutique hotels to a monastery stay in the Qadisha Valley, where you can join monks for morning prayers. The unique appeal: a harmonious blend of ancient heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic local experiences in a tour package that showcases Lebanon’s rich diversity.

day 1Arrival in Beirut, hotel transfer

You arrive at Beirut International Airport. After being met by our representative, you are transferred to your hotel.

Accommodation

Beirut hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Extras

Single Room Supplement (LBSGLE), Extra day in Beirut - pre-tour

day 2Jeita Grotto, Harissa cable car & Baatara Gorge

day 3Qadisha Valley, Cedars Ski Resort & Becharre

day 4Morning in Byblos, Ksara Winery

day 5Baalbeck & Anjar

day 6Deir al Qamar, Beiteddine & Beirut City Tour

day 7Tyre : Sidon

day 8Airport transfer

What's Included

Accommodation

5 nights in 3 to 4-star hotels in Beirut & Byblos1 night in guesthouse/hotel in Zahle1 night in monastery accommodation in Qadisha Valley

Meals

Meals as indicated in the itinerary (7 breakfasts, 1 lunch)

Transport

24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer serviceAll transport and transfers in AC vehicles

Guide

English speaking guide for all tours

Others

All sightseeing tours as detailed in the itineraryWine tasting in Ksara Caves

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