Top Lebanon Archaeology Tours - page 2

Explore Baalbek temples and other Bekaa Valley highlights with the company of a knowledgeable tour leader and driver. You will be picked up from your hotel in Beirut in a private modern vehicle and your tour leader will take care of leading the way along all the sites and providing you with information about the local area and recommendations. Our tours offer excellent quality of service and value for money and can be tailored to your interests.

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.

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.

Get out of the city and explore Lebanon on this private full-day guided tour. Depart from your Beirut hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to Jeita Grotto. In the company of a guide, admire the limestone cliffs of the grotto from a boat. Continue to Byblos and learn about its history as you explore the old castle and souks. After lunch, pause in Harissa and ride a cable car to a statue of the Virgin Mary. Snap photos of the panoramic view.

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.

This private full-day out is packed with adventure, culture, and beauty where you and your guide explore several sites not far from Beirut. Explore the caves at Jeita Grotto, ride the gondola up to the shrine at Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, and learn about Byblos’ rich history and explore the castle. Your guide takes care of logistics so you can enjoy your hassle-free tour.

Ideal for travelers with limited time in Lebanon, this attraction-packed full-day private tour covers three of the country’s top attractions. Explore stalactite and stalagmite-filled Jeita Grotto, the Middle East’s longest cave complex. Stroll through the ruins of the 3,000-year-old Phoenician port city of Byblos. Finally, travel to the Bekaa Valley to explore Roman-era temples in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Baalbek. Door-to-door, air-conditioned transportation is provided.

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.

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.

Explore some of Lebanon’s most unique coastal historical attractions during this full-day, small-group excursion from Beirut. Explore the crusader-era castles and bustling souks of Sidon, an ancient city founded by Phoenicians. Understand the region’s soap-making history at the Musée du Savon. Stop at a village shrine to the Virgin Mary. Finally, visit the port, UNESCO-protected Hippodrome, and Roman and Byzantine ruins in history-filled Tyre before heading back to Beirut by air-conditioned vehicle.

Visit three of Lebanon’s most important attractions . Explore the Jeita grotto and enjoy a boat ride through stalactites & stalagmites then take a cable car ride with a breathtaking panoramic view over Jounieh bay from the hilltop of Our Lady of Lebanon statue before heading to Byblos Castle through 8,000-year-old ruins in the archaeological site. Our friendly and attentive team makes your trip enjoyable and memorable while learning all the hidden secrets during your guided tour to the most visited sites in Lebanon and tasting the traditional and well-known Lebanese food. We pay attention to all details and specially your safety and your well-being.

Get a chance to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites during this full-day, small-group excursion to Baalbek and Anjar, which includes a wine tasting at the exclusive Lebanese winery Chateau Ksara. Explore Roman and Umayyad-era ruins with a personal group guide. Relax with round-trip, door-to-door vehicle transfers with an English-speaking driver. A tasty sit-down lunch at a local restaurant is included.

Discover Lebanon’s southern treasures on this small group guided tour from Beirut. Explore the ancient coastal cities of Sidon and Tyre, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and visit the sacred hilltop of Maghdouche, home to one of the country’s most revered Marian shrines. This immersive journey blends history, culture, and coastal beauty, making it a perfect day trip for travelers who want to experience the authentic soul of southern Lebanon.

Explore the remains of the ancient Phoenician port city of Byblos during this private half-day tour from Beirut. Learn about the legends and history surrounding the Mediterranean region in ancient times from a designated tour guide. Highlights include souvenir and gift shops in the cobblestoned Old Souk, the ancient port, and the 12th-century Byblos castle. Round-trip, door-to-door transfers from Beirut are included.

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.

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.

Embark on a captivating day of exploration. We'll start beneath the earth's surface at Jeita Grotto, where time has carved intricate formations. Glide through its subterranean river, lost in the surreal beauty. Ascending to Harissa on the Telefrique cable car, panoramic vistas unfold, culminating in the Lady of Lebanon's embrace. Her tranquil gaze overlooks the Mediterranean, a symbol of unity. In Byblos, history comes alive. Byblos Castle whispers tales of knights, while the Wax Museum brings figures to life. The Old Souk enchants with vibrant stalls and friendly banter. As the day winds down, we'll visit a historic church, a peaceful conclusion to an adventure spanning from hidden caverns to soaring heights and the heart of Lebanese culture.

This full-day tour of Beirut, Beiteddine and Deir El Qamar takes you through some of the most popular towns and sites in Lebanon. Immerse yourself in the cultures, traditions and landscapes of this diverse land as you make your way through traditional villages and landmarks like the Martyrs’ Statue, Mosque of Emir Fakhr Eddine and the stunning Beiteddine Palace with your friendly and informative local guide.

Soak up the sights of the Qadisha Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, without risking life and limb at the wheel. Exploring with a driver/guide in a group capped at 15 travelers, visit pretty Bcharré village and the Gibran Museum, which honors a Lebanese poet, and see the ancient trees known as the Cedars of God. Your door-to-door package includes a restaurant lunch.

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.

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).

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.

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.

Self-driving in Beirut’s chaotic traffic can be dangerous and frightening. Skip the stress and see the sights with a guide to clue you in on the city’s rich history on this private door-to-door tour. Discover Lebanon’s long heritage at the National Museum of Beirut; get up close with the Pigeon Rocks in Raouche on a boat trip; and see Martyrs’ Square, the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, the Roman Baths, and more.