Top Lebanon Cultural Tours - page 3

Pair the ancient cities of Tyre and Sidon with the Marian shrine in Maghdouché (Maghdoucheh) on this small-group tour with lunch, water, guide, and hotel transfers included. Soak up Phoenician, Roman, Crusader, and Ottoman remains; tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tyre, including the hippodrome and the ancient city; and pay tribute at the Basilica of Our Lady of Mantara.

Two of Lebanon's most iconic coastal towns — one ancient, one buzzing — in a single private day from Beirut. Byblos is one of the oldest cities ever built, with 7,000 years of history packed into a single walk through a Crusader castle, a stone-paved souk, and an ancient fishing port that is still very much alive. Batroun is 3,000 years old and feels like it discovered craft beer and good vibes somewhere along the way — the perfect place to end the day with fresh seafood, a cold drink, and zero agenda. History in the morning, coastal hangout in the afternoon. Entirely private. Entirely your pace.

Leave Beirut’s crazy traffic to the experts and relax as your private driver takes the wheel for a door-to-door tour of three Lebanon signatures: the Jeita Grotto caves, the giant statue known as Our Lady of Harissa, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Byblos. Please note that entrance fees are at your own expense.

Beirut is a city of many different sides. Skip the research and join a guide for this small-group tour that takes in sights from Roman times to the modern era. Starting from the waterfront Zaitunay Bay promenade, see sights like Martyrs’ Square, the Mohammad al-Amin Mosque, the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. George, the Roman Baths, the Beirut Souks, the Place de l’Étoile, and the St. Nicholas Stairs.

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.

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.

Escape the capital and visit three of Lebanon’s most renowned attractions during this history-filled, half-day guided tour. Learn about the country’s modern formation and enduring traditions at the stunning Palace of Beiteddine, see the unique residence constructed by a single craftsman at Moussa Castle, and visit 14th-century Fakhreddine's Mosque in the traditional village of Deir el Qamar.

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.

One tour, three completely different versions of Lebanon. The morning is Beirut — seafront, downtown landmarks, a mosque and cathedral sharing the same square, Roman baths in the middle of a rebuilt city, and the deliberately unrepaired Civil War facade that tells you more about this country than a week of reading. The afternoon is the Chouf Mountains — Beiteddine Palace, one of the finest 19th-century palaces in the Arab world, and Deir el Qamar, Lebanon's first capital and one of the best-preserved Ottoman villages in the country. Lunch included in Deir el Qamar. One guide connects it all. This is the tour that answers the question most first-time visitors ask on day one: how do I see as much of Lebanon as possible in a single day without it feeling rushed? The answer is this itinerary, this guide, and a group of no more than twelve.

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.

Lebanon's capital and its most magnificent mountain palace — together in one full day, with all tickets and lunch included and nothing extra to think about. This small-group tour begins with a panoramic morning in Beirut — the seafront, the historic downtown, the mosques and cathedrals that define the city's layered identity — before heading into the Chouf Mountains for Beiteddine Palace and the perfectly preserved Ottoman village of Deir el Qamar. It is the ideal single-day introduction to Lebanon for first-time visitors — covering the country's most iconic urban landmarks in the morning and its most beautiful mountain destinations in the afternoon, guided throughout by a professional expert who brings every stop to life.

Most Lebanon day trips from Beirut head to the same handful of historical sites. This one goes somewhere most international visitors never think to look — into the Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve, one of Lebanon's most ecologically significant protected areas, for a two-hour easy hike through mountain terrain that ends at Chouwen Lake. Swimming in summer when conditions allow. Spectacular scenery year-round. One hour from Beirut. Jabal Moussa — meaning "Mountain of Moses" in Arabic — is a UNESCO-recognised biosphere reserve in the Keserwan mountains, protecting one of the most ecologically diverse habitats in Lebanon. The hike to Chouwen Lake follows easy marked trails through Mediterranean forest and rocky mountain terrain, with the lake as the reward at the end. The kind of day that travelers who do it describe as the most unexpected highlight of their Lebanon trip. Small group of maximum 9. Knowledgeable guide-driver throughout. Tickets and lunch payable on site.

Insure an easy arrival with this private arrival transfer from Beirut International Airport to Hotel. This convenient and professional service, which includes private vehicle and friendly, professional driver is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, guaranteeing a hassle-free arrival at your Beirut hotel.

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.

Enjoy the sort of access to locals that’s only usually possible with a tour as you join your host, Tania, for a home-cooked Lebanese meal with her family. Experience authentic Lebanese dishes, many based on produce from the family’s garden: perhaps lentils, meatballs, or stuffed vine leaves. Wash dinner down with a couple of glasses of local spirits and unlimited soft drinks, and finish with coffee and garden fruits.

With thousands of years of wine-making history, Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley is among the country’s top wine-tasting destinations. A handpicked itinerary of three wineries is a great introduction to the finer points of Lebanese wine, with included tastings of red, rosé, and white varieties. Round-trip transport from Beirut in a climate-controlled vehicle ensures a stress-free day from beginning to end.

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.

Three of Lebanon's most significant natural and spiritual destinations — underground, mountaintop, and mountain hermitage — in one private day from Beirut. Jeita Grotto for natural wonder, Harissa for national shrine, and Annaya for something quieter and more unexpected — the mountain village where Saint Charbel lived, hermitted, and died, drawing pilgrims from across the world to one of the most genuinely moving destinations in Lebanon. Jeita Grotto: a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site and New 7 Wonders of Nature finalist. Harissa: the cable car to 650 metres above the Mediterranean and the iconic shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon. Annaya: the hermitage of Saint Charbel — canonised by Pope Paul VI in 1977, the first Middle Eastern saint of the modern era, who spent his final twenty-three years in complete solitude in a stone cell on a mountain ridge. Private vehicle and knowledgeable English-speaking driver throughout.

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.

Some places deserve a whole day to themselves. Baalbek is one of them. This focused private day trip from Beirut takes you straight to the greatest Roman temple complex ever built — no extra stops, no filler, just Baalbek done properly — and gets you back to Beirut in six hours. The Temple of Bacchus alone is larger than the Parthenon and almost entirely intact after two thousand years. The Temple of Jupiter stands on stones heavier than anything a modern crane can lift. Before you even reach the temples, the Stone of the Pregnant Woman — a single limestone block weighing 1,000 tonnes still lying in its ancient quarry — sets the scale of what you are about to see. This is one of those places where the photos do not prepare you. Nothing does. You just have to go.

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.

This is the no-frills version of the Jeita, Harissa & Byblos day trip — same three iconic destinations, same small group of maximum 12, but without the included lunch, and without the bundled tickets. The result is the most affordable way to visit these three sites from Beirut. Pay for exactly what you use on the day — nothing more. Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos are three of the most searched and most visited destinations in Lebanon for good reason. Jeita is a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site and New 7 Wonders of Nature finalist — 9 kilometres of limestone caves 30 minutes from Beirut. Harissa is 650 metres above the Mediterranean by cable car. Byblos has been continuously inhabited for over 7,000 years. These sites speak for themselves. This tour gets you to all three efficiently, comfortably, and at the most competitive price available on this route — with a knowledgeable English-speaking driver who covers the key facts and stories at each stop.

Discover Lebanon's heritage on our Small-Group Tour around Beirut, Beiteddine, and Deir El Qamar. With lunch and tickets included, explore iconic sites and hidden treasures with expert guides. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and culinary delights for an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy a stress-free day in the heart of nature of Nothern Lebanon. Set out on a scenic drive around Qadisha’s UNESCO-listed holly valley on this private full-day sightseeing tour and enjoy a fully-customizable itinerary. Explore Gibran Khalil museum, stroll between the Cedars of God in Bcharri village and stop at the monastery of Saint Anthony Kozhaya.