Top Lebanon Cultural Tours

Visit Harissa, Byblos, and Jeita Grotto in just one day on this small-group tour from Beirut, which includes lunch and admission tickets. You'll explore the subterranean caves at the Jeita Grotto, take a gondola ride to the Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine on the Téléferique Harissa, and visit the ancient Phoenician city of Byblos with its 12th-century Crusader castle.

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.

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.

Discover some of the most celebrated locations in northern Lebanon during this small-group, full-day excursion. Travel comfortably by private, climate-controlled vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Highlights include a drive through ancient, monastery-filled Qadisha Valley, a stop in the skiing hub of Bcharre (birthplace of poet Kahlil Gibran), the Cedars of God forest, and the hilltop monastery of Deir Qozhaya.

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.

Skip the bustle of Beirut and enjoy an intimate immersion into some of Lebanon’s most stunning landscapes surrounding Mount Lebanon during this full-day, small-group excursion from the capital. Learn about acclaimed artist Khalil Jubran and writer Kahlil Gibran in their hometown of Bcharre, visit the ancient forests known as the Cedars of God, and enjoy panoramic views from the history-filled Monastery of Saint Anthony the Great.

Visit three of Lebanon’s most celebrated attractions during this small-group, full-day tour from Beirut. Take a cable-car ride and boat cruise through stalactite-filled Jeita Grotto, enjoy panoramic views overlooking Jounieh Bay from the hilltop Our Lady of Lebanon statue, and walk through 8,000-year-old ruins in the archaeological site of Byblos. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; admission tickets are purchased separately.

Discover the enchantment of Tripoli and Batroun, two of Lebanon’s most fascinating cities, on this immersive full-day tour. Stroll through the lively old souks of Tripoli, visit ancient Crusader fortresses, and savor decadent Lebanese sweets perfected since 1881. Then, unwind in the picturesque coastal town of Batroun, where charming Phoenician history meets serene seaside beauty. It’s a day full of culture, history, and unforgettable flavors waiting to be explored.

Cover three of Lebanon’s most captivating sites on this full-day, private combo tour, departing from Beirut. Explore the crystallized limestone caves of Jeita Grotto, learn about the ancient Phoenicians in the thousands-year-old coastal city of Byblos, and travel by cable car for stunning panoramic views over Beirut and Jounieh Bay. Tours include private, chauffeured vehicle transfers.

Discover the Lebanon of old on this full-day trip from Beirut. Traveling by air-conditioned coach with an expert guide, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Holy (Qadisha) Valley, famous for its early Christian monasteries and churches. Take a guided walking tour around Bsharri, the birthplace of poet Kahlil Gibran, and explore the Gibran Museum and religious sites before an included lunch stop. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Anthony in Kozhaya and admire the magnificent Cedars of Lebanon, where towering cedar trees—once part of the country’s prized ancient forests—still flourish.

Lebanon has been producing wine for over 6,000 years — longer than France, longer than Italy, longer than almost anywhere on earth. The Bekaa Valley, sitting at 1,000 metres above sea level between the Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon mountain ranges, is where that ancient tradition lives today. On this private full-day tour, you will visit three of Lebanon's most celebrated wineries — Chateau Ksara, Chateau Kefraya, and Chateau Saint Thomas — for guided cellar tours and wine tastings that reveal why Lebanese wine is earning serious attention from critics worldwide. This is not a bus tour. Your private vehicle, your group, and your own guide mean the day moves at your pace — lingering longer where the wine is exceptional, pausing for the mountain views, and finishing with an optional lunch in Zahle, the undisputed food and wine capital of the Bekaa Valley.

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 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.

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.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Lebanon's rich cultural and natural heritage with our exclusive Private Full-Day Tour to Beiteddine, Deir El Qamar, and Barouk Cedars from Beirut. Delve into the heart of Lebanese history as you traverse ancient pathways, explore magnificent palaces, and wander through serene cedar forests. Led by expert guides, this immersive excursion promises a seamless blend of historical discovery, breathtaking landscapes, and personalized attention, ensuring an experience tailored to your interests and preferences. From the majestic Beiteddine Palace to the picturesque village of Deir El Qamar and the tranquil beauty of Barouk Cedars, each stop on our itinerary unveils a new chapter in Lebanon's storied past and natural splendor. Join us for an enriching adventure that transcends time and transports you to the essence of Lebanon's diverse cultural and natural wonders.

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.

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.

The Bekaa Valley packs more history into a single valley than most countries manage in their entire territory — and this small-group guided day trip from Beirut proves it. A ghost city abandoned 1,300 years ago. The greatest Roman temples ever built. Roman wine caves beneath Lebanon's oldest winery. Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one very good wine tasting — all with a professional guide making sure you actually understand what you are looking at. Solo traveler? Perfect — small group tours are how you meet people. Budget-conscious? This is the best value Bekaa day trip available from Beirut. History lover? Anjar and Baalbek back to back is the most historically concentrated single day Lebanon offers. Wine curious? Ksara's Roman cave cellars are worth the drive alone. There is genuinely something here for everyone — and a guide who brings it all to life.

Get under the skin of old Beirut on this convenient guided half-day tour that includes door-to-door transportation. Start by discovering Lebanese history at the National Museum of Beirut. Then enjoy a walking tour of downtown, including the souks, the Roman baths, the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, St. George’s Cathedral, and the waterfront. Finally, drive to Raouche to see the Pigeon Rocks.

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.

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.

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.

Visit the ancient city of Byblos and the Jeita Grotto cave system on this small-group tour, which includes round-trip transfers from your Beirut hotel or residence. After spending some time in the Jeita Grotto, the largest cave system in the Middle East, you'll head to Byblos to visit the 12th-century Byblos Castle, wander the Old Souk, and check out Byblos Port.