Top Beirut Archaeology Tours

See more of Lebanon in less of the time when you book this 3-day combo tour package, with 2-way transfers from your Beirut hotel and a group leader to explain the basics of each site before you visit. You’ll cover Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos, Sidon, Tyre, Maghdoucheh, Anjar, and Baalbek. Lunch is included on one day but entrance fees are excluded.

Beirut can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors, but exploring with a local guide makes the city easy to understand and enjoy. On this private custom walking tour, your guide contacts you beforehand to learn about your interests, ensuring you visit only the places that truly appeal to you. As you explore Beirut’s lively streets and historic neighborhoods, your guide shares cultural insights, local stories, and everyday perspectives that help you connect with the city on a deeper level. This is a personalized walking tour where you will discover the exterior of major monuments, including museums. However, if you would like to include a museum visit, we can arrange a customized itinerary—just let us know in advance. Ideal for families, solo travelers, and couples, this tour highlights Beirut’s history, hidden gems, and vibrant atmosphere with the help of a knowledgeable local expert.

✨ Step off the beaten path and discover a different Lebanon. Join us on unconventional tours that go beyond the usual tourist trails — where every corner hides a story and every encounter feels authentic. Wander through secret archaeological sites, hike along little-known mountain trails, and meet the locals who bring Lebanon’s spirit to life. Whether you seek culture, adventure, or offbeat discoveries, we’ll craft tailor-made itineraries just for you. Taste traditional dishes in tucked-away eateries ️, take part in hands-on workshops , and uncover the vibrant layers of Lebanon’s rich heritage and landscapes. Travel differently. Experience Lebanon in a way few ever do.

Visit Lebanon’s stunning and history-filled Bekaa Valley during this full-day, small-group tour from Beirut. Travel from the capital by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, with pickup and drop-off from any location within the city center. Highlights include the ancient Baalbek temple complex, the Umayyad-era city of Anjar, and a complimentary tasting of local wines at a wine company.

Discover South Lebanon's most iconic cities in one expertly guided day from Beirut. Journey through 3,000 years of history — Crusader castles, Phoenician souks, Roman ruins, and a sacred hilltop sanctuary revered by Christians and Muslims alike. Visit Sidon's Sea Castle, the world's only Soap Museum, and the grand Khan el Franj. Continue to Tyre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to walk the ancient Roman Hippodrome before a seaside lunch. End the day at Maghdouché, where the Virgin Mary is believed to have rested — with sweeping views over the southern Lebanese coast. Small group. Local expert guide. Hotel pickup included.

Visit historic gems of the Lebanese coast on a full-day tour from Beirut to Sidon, Tyre, and Maghdoucheh. Combining transport and tours saves time for sightseeing, so you can soak up even more fascinating history. From the colorful Sidon Souks to the UNESCO-listed monuments of Sidon, you’ll get a guided introduction to key highlights along the way.

Visit historic gems of the Lebanese coast on a full-day tour from Beirut to Sidon, Tyre, and Maghdoucheh. Combining transport and tours saves time for sightseeing, so you can soak up even more fascinating history. From the colorful Sidon Souks to the UNESCO-listed monuments of Sidon.

Swap the bustle of the capital for the serene landscapes of Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley region during this private, half-day excursion to Baalbek. Relax with front-door pickup and drop-off from any location in Beirut. Travel with an English-speaking driver in an air-conditioned private vehicle. Explore the millennia-old, UNESCO-protected Roman temple complex with your family, friends, or travel companions—without the rush of a guided group visit.

Day at Tripoli the largest city in northern Lebanon and the second – largest city in the country. Situated 85 kilometers (53 miles) north of the capital Beirut. Even though the history of Tripoli dates back at least to the 14th century BCE, the city is famous for having the largest Crusader fortress in Lebanon (the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles), and it has the second largest amount of Mamluk architectural heritage on earth (behind Cairo).

History and archeology enthusiasts won’t want to miss this exciting full-day tour from Beirut. You’ll visit a number of the most important historic sites in Lebanon. Explore Roman ruins at Baalbek, the palaces and souks of 8th-century Anjar, and taste wine in the Lebanese wine-making center of Ksara. Learn about Lebanon’s diverse and long history while having fun and seeing the sights.

Discover one of Canada's prettiest towns on this self-guided audio tour through Niagara-on-the-Lake's fascinating War of 1812 history. Walk down picturesque Queen Street past iconic buildings, explore Ontario's oldest Catholic church, and stroll through beautiful Queen's Royal Park with stunning lake views. Marvel at Fort Mississauga's historic fortifications, discover Underground Railroad stories at Voices of Freedom Park, and pass through North America's oldest golf course. Your journey ends at the haunted Olde Angel Inn where you might meet the resident ghost. Experience 90 minutes of rich cultural heritage, from early telephone exchanges to royal visits at the Prince of Wales Hotel, while learning lesser-known stories of this charming town that rose from the ashes to become a beloved destination.

Escape the bustle of the capital and discover three of Lebanon’s most enriching history-packed sites on this three-for-one, small-group combo tour. Explore the one-time summer palace of the Umayyad dynasty, see some of the region’s best-preserved Roman ruins, including temples to Jupiter and Venus, and taste multiple wine samples in the oldest winery in Lebanon. Tours also include a local restaurant lunch.

Explore the Lebanese cities of Harissa and Byblos, plus see the Jeita Grotto, on this private day tour from Beirut. Your seasoned and professional English-speaking guide shows you around one of the oldest cities on earth and takes you to one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. Gain insight into the history of this historical place, get an up-close look at the Statue of the Virgin Mary in Harissa, and venture into one of the area’s most well-known and well-preserved archeological areas. It’s a one-day tour that hits all the hot spots and is sure to leave you with a new appreciation of this ancient land.

Get an insider’s introduction to the history-packed ancient city of Baalback on this in-depth, half-day guided tour, which includes a wine tasting and lunch. Wander millennia-old Roman ruins, containing landmarks like the Jupiter and Venus temples. Then, sample regional labels at Chateau Ksara, with door-to-door private vehicle transfers from Beirut.

Many of Lebanon’s top sights are spread throughout the country, making them difficult to reach without your own transportation. Tick off three popular attractions in a single day—Jeita Grotto, the ruins of Byblos, and the Statue of Our Lady of Lebanon—during this full-day, small-group excursion. Departing from Beirut, it includes door-to-door hotel transfers.

Explore the ancient ruins and winemaking heritage of Lebanon on this full-day trip from Beirut, including lunch. With an expert guide, visit the age-old ruins at Baalbek, a stunning complex of Roman temples and buildings that made up the Roman city of Heliopolis. After a tour of the 8th-century Ummayad ruins at Anjar, finish at the Ksara Caves, a series of ancient caverns used as wine cellars by Lebanon’s oldest winery, Chateau Ksara. Tour the winery and cave cellars before your return to Beirut.

Discover three of Lebanon’s top heritage sites on this attraction-packed day trip, departing from Beirut. Explore the stunning, crusader-era sea castle of Sidon, wander through the ruins of bustling Tyre, once a Phoenician settlement, and stop at Our Lady of Awaiting, a Melkite Greek Catholic Marian shrine in Maghdouche.

Discover some of Lebanon’s most important historical cities on an 8-hour group tour from Beirut. Perfect for history-buffs who are short on time, the comprehensive itinerary is made possible by comfortable all-inclusive transportation from your city hotel. Experience the blended cultures of Tripoli. Head to the coastal city of Batroun where you can see Orthodox churches and the Phoenician sea wall. End with a visit to the pilgrimage site of Our Lady of Nourieh.

Lebanon is home to dozens of historical sights, but reaching them from the capital typically requires your own transportation. Combine visits to the ancient Roman-era temple complex of Baalbek with a stop at the Ummayad ruins of Aanjar during this full-day, small-group combo tour. Top it off with a tasty all-inclusive lunch and optional wine-tasting in picturesque Beqaa Valley. Tours are capped at 15 travelers to ensure an intimate experience.

Visit four of Lebanon’s most captivating sights—and a mix of natural and cultural attractions—on this full-day chauffeured tour from Beirut. Explore the winding, history-filled streets of Deir al-Qamar, tour the art collections of century-old Beiteddine Palace, get a peek at hilltop Moussa castle, built by a single craftsman, and head underground for a visit to a limestone cavern.

Leave Lebanon’s crazy traffic to the experts and relax on this door-to-door guided day tour. First, explore the majestic Jeita Grotto, on foot and by boat; next, tour the Crusader Castle and ancient ruins of Byblos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, ride the Teleferique cable car to the towering shrine of Our Lady of Harissa. Along the way, enjoy a restaurant lunch and shopping time in the Byblos souks.

Visit two sets of archaeological ruins during this private full-day excursion to Roman-era Baalbeck and 8th-century Anjar. Travel comfortably by private chauffeured vehicle, with free hotel pickup and drop-off within Beirut. Explore each attraction on your own, with complimentary refreshments included. Travelers also receive a free airport transfer voucher to be used within 10 days.

Enjoy a full-day trip from Beirut to the fascinating Lebanese cities of Tyre (a UNESCO World Heritage) and Sidon. With your local expert guide, you’ll visit three of the most beautifully preserved towns in Lebanon and discover many cultural influences. Admire wonderful buildings such as the Crusader Cathedral of Tyre, the Sidon Sea Castle and the soap museum. Immerse yourself in a world of colorful history and spirituality on this full-day trip from Beirut.