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Lebanon is home to many stunning attractions reachable from Beirut as a day trip, but getting there without your own transportation is no easy task. Tick off several of the country’s standout sights during this full-day, small-group tour—door-to-door transfers provided. Highlights include the hilltop Our Lady of Lebanon shrine, stalagmite-filled Jeita Grotto, and the ancient ruins of Byblos.

Avoid Beirut airport’s notorious taxi scams and ensure a relaxing start to your Lebanon trip when you prebook this private airport transfer service, direct to your hotel or other address in Beirut. Your driver will hold a sign with your name to avoid any confusion, help with your luggage, and wait for a full hour in case of any issues with your flight.

Skip the self-drive dangers and relax with a designated driver at the wheel as you check off two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a winery on this action-packed tour. Immerse in the Bekaa Valley’s rich history as you explore the Roman ruins of Baalbek and the 8th-century Islamic city of Anjar with local experts. After a restaurant lunch, discover the Chateau Ksara winery.

Wine tasting and driving don’t mix—so let your guide take the strain on this impressive full-day tour. Check off not one but two UNESCO World Heritage sites—the 8th-century Islamic city of Anjar and the Roman temples of Baalbek—and enjoy a wine tasting at the Chateau Ksara winery. Tour includes door-to-door round-trip transportation from your hotel.

Escape the bustle of the capital and explore some of Lebanon’s most scenic landscapes during this full-day, small-group excursion from Beirut. Hike through a cedar forest, learn about the poet Khalil Gibran at his namesake museum, and visit the stunning monastery of Deir Mar Antonio. Admission tickets and door-to-door hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle are included.

See the best of Lebanon with this package, which includes accommodation in Beirut for a week along with round-trip airport transfers and five small-group day tours to different parts of the country. You'll visit highlights such as the Jeita Grotto, the Sidon Sea Castle, Beiteddine, and the famous Cedars of God, and have a full day of free time in Beirut so you can explore independently.

This small-group tour provides shared transport and a tour leader to take you to visit three landmark sites in Lebanon. You won’t have to worry about navigating your way to the caves of the Jeita Grotto, the shrine and churches in Harissa, Byblos Castle, and more. Note that admission fees will need to be paid on the spot.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hit three of Lebanon’s top attractions—and escape the bustle of the capital—on this three-for-one, small-group day trip from Beirut. Hop a boat to explore stalactite-filled Jeita Grotto, cover seven thousand years of history in picturesque Byblos, and take a cable car in Harissa to the panoramic statue, Our Lady of Lebanon. Tours also include door-to-door transfers and lunch.

After a flight, it can be exhausting to wait in transport lines at the airport, so avoid the hassle with this comfortable and convenient private transfer service. Simply choose a date and time to suit your travel plans, then meet your driver at Beirut International Airport. The transfer is for just your party to your Beirut city hotel.

This Byblos, Jeita Grotto, and Harissa day trip from Beirut showcases the best of Lebanon’s most fascinating cities. A must-do guided tour, this trip is ideal for first-time visitors, history lovers, and travelers interested in learning more about the ancient cities of the world. Learn how some 24 successive civilizations in Harissa have made it one of the top archeological sites in the country and get an up close look at the stunning caverns of Jeita Grotto. This tour also includes a stop in Byblos—widely recognized as one of the oldest cities in the world—and a traditional Lebanese lunch.

Enjoy a slice of Lebanese life that’s impossible to access independently with this private, hands-on cooking class in a traditional Lebanese home. Learn to cook five authentic Lebanese dishes as you chat about culture, cuisine, and traditions with your foodie host and her family. Then savor a home-cooked meal washed down with a couple of glasses of arak.

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.

Don’t leave your arrival in Beirut to the whims of unpredictable apps or the airport’s notorious taxi scammers. Prebook your private transfer online, in advance, for a time that works for your flight. Your professional driver will meet you at the airport holding a sign with your name, and whisk you direct to your Beirut hotel—no cash, stress, or haggling required.

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.

Between the roadblocks and the crazy driving, Lebanon is no place to brave a rental car. Enjoy a professional chauffeur and a certified guide just for your group on this door-to-door tour of two of Lebanon’s UNESCO World Heritage sites: Greco-Roman Baalbek and 8th-century Anjar. After lunch at a local restaurant (own expense), head to Chateau Ksara for a tutored tasting of some fine Lebanese wines.

Get out of the city and go on a full-day tour of Baalbek, Anjar, and Ksara. Depart from your hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to the Beqaa Valley. In the company of a guide, see the Umayyad Ruins and learn about their history. Continue to Baalbek, where you can visit the Heliopolis. Stop at Ksara winery and sample local wine while sitting in a cave. Please note that entry fees and the wine tasting are not included in the cost of the tour.

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.

Marvel at UNESCO World Heritage–listed Roman architecture on this Tyre, Sidon and Maghdouche day trip from Beirut. Explore the town of Tyre with your guide and gain insight into life here under Roman rule. Discover the ancient ruins of Sidon Sea Castle, the Castle of Saint-Louis and the 16th-century Great Mosque in Sidon. After a delicious lunch of Middle Eastern specialities in a traditional Lebanese restaurant, head on to Maghdouche. Here, admire top local attractions including the Old Cave and the Al-Saydeh Ancient Church before returning to Beirut.

Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Lebanon's treasures! Join us on a captivating Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos, where history, culture, and natural wonders converge. Embark on a day filled with awe-inspiring sights, from the mystical underground marvels of Jeita Grotto to the panoramic views from the iconic Harissa, culminating in the ancient charm of Byblos. Indulge in a delightful lunch, savoring Lebanese flavors, while your expert guide ensures an enriching experience and insightful commentary throughout. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty and heritage of Lebanon on this meticulously crafted adventure.