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Beirut is unlike any other city in the Middle East — a place where a Roman bath sits beside a French Mandate clock tower, where a grand mosque and an Orthodox cathedral stand metres apart, and where a bullet-scarred Civil War hotel overlooks a gleaming Mediterranean marina. This private half-day tour captures it all. Designed entirely for your group, this tour moves at your pace, stops when you want, and can start in the morning or afternoon to fit your schedule. Your expert local guide brings the city's layered history — Phoenician, Roman, Ottoman, French, and modern — to life at every stop, from the iconic Pigeon Rocks of Raouche to the ancient Roman Baths buried in the heart of downtown.

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.

Step beyond Beirut and into one of the ancient world’s most spectacular chapters. On this small-group day tour through Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, you’ll stand among the colossal Roman temples of Baalbek — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved Roman ruins on earth — explore the layered Byzantine and Umayyad history of Anjar, and raise a glass at a family-run Bekaa Valley winery in a region that has been producing wine for over 6,000 years. With a maximum of 15 guests, this is not a bus tour. It’s an unhurried, personal journey through Lebanon’s most historically rich landscape, led by a knowledgeable local guide who brings every stone and story to life.

Embark on a captivating journey through Lebanon's rich history and stunning landscapes with our Private Full-Day Tour from Beirut. Explore the mystical Jeita Grotto, the tranquil sanctuary of Harissa, and the ancient town of Byblos. Join us for a hassle-free exploration of Lebanon's timeless treasures and natural splendors.

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.

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.

Embark on a captivating journey through Lebanon's rich history and stunning natural beauty with our Private Full-Day Tour from Beirut. Discover the UNESCO-listed Qadisha Valley, the charming town of Bcharre, and the awe-inspiring Cedars of God. Expert guides and private transportation ensure an unforgettable experience. Join us and uncover the hidden gems of Lebanon on this exclusive adventure.

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.

Short on time but not willing to miss Lebanon's most famous natural wonder? This focused 3-hour private trip from Beirut gets you to Jeita Grotto and back before noon — leaving the rest of the day completely free. No filler stops, no padding — just the caves, done properly, privately, entirely at your own pace. Jeita Grotto is a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site and a top-five finalist in the New 7 Wonders of Nature — and it is 30 minutes from your hotel. The upper cave is explored on foot through a forest of stalactites and stalagmites up to 8 metres tall. The lower cave is navigated by silent electric boat along an underground river through chambers of extraordinary natural beauty. It is genuinely one of the most spectacular natural spaces on the planet. Three hours is all you need.

Visit the Jeita Grotto and Harissa with ease from Beirut on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver and make your way to the limestone caves at Jeita Grotto. Continue to Harissa, where you can ride a cable car to see the Virgin Mary statue and take in views of the surrounding area.

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.

Take your taste buds on a journey around some of the Lebanon’s best drinking haunts on this private wine tour from Beirut. Visit iconic wineries of the Beqaa valley, where the fertility of the soil explains the variety of vine yards and the high quality of the wine produced.

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.

This is the no-frills version of the Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche day trip — same three destinations, same small group of maximum 12, but without a professional guide and without included tickets or lunch. The most affordable way to cover south Lebanon's 5,000 years of history in a single day from Beirut. South Lebanon is the part of the country most first-time visitors skip — and the part experienced Lebanon travelers consistently say deserves more time. Sidon: a 13th-century Crusader sea castle, the world's only olive oil soap museum, a living medieval souk, and a Silk Road caravanserai. Tyre: a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Al-Bass complex — triumphal arch, colonnaded necropolis street, and a Roman hippodrome built for 20,000 spectators. Maghdouché: the hilltop sanctuary of Our Lady of Mantara, revered by Christians and Muslims for two millennia. Your knowledgeable driver covers the key facts at each stop. You explore at your own pace.

Get off the beaten track and explore one of Beirut’s most unique culinary cultures during this three-hour, small-group food crawl through Bourj Hammoud—home to the city’s Armenian population. Learn about the 1915 genocide and the Armenian community’s fight to preserve its cultural traditions as you explore hidden gems on foot. Taste classic Armenian dishes along the way in a group capped at 15 people for a personalized feel.

Explore Lebanon's cultural and natural wonders on our Private Full-Day Tour from Beirut. Journey through the revered Qadisha Valley, the ancient Cedars of God, and the monumental ruins of Baalbek. Led by experienced guides, delve into history, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes. Join us for an unforgettable day of discovery.

Learn to ski, or take your skills to the next level, in the Middle East’s largest ski resort: Mzaar Kfardebian. Your instructor will start with theory and first principles for beginners, or assess your level on the nursery slopes before proceeding to more advanced areas. Lift passes, ski hire, and gear rental are at your expense: transfers can be arranged from Beirut, Byblos, or in between for an additional fee.

Visit Lebanon's Cedars of God, the Temples of Baalbek, and the Monastery of Qozhaya in just one day on this small-group tour from Beirut. You'll drive through beautiful countryside, stopping to see ancient cedars and paying a brief visit to the Qozhaya Monastery before heading to Baalbek. Here you'll take a tour with a local guide to the town's Roman temple ruins before making your way back to Beirut.

With crazy traffic, not to mention road blocks, Lebanon’s second city is not a self-drive destination. See the sights without the stress, direct from your central Beirut address, on this private tour. You’ll visit the Citadel Saint Gilles and its Crusader castle, the Mamluk-era Al-Mansouri and Taynal mosques, plus souks, hammams, the port, and more, with a stop at the celebrated Hallab 1881 candy store too.

Seasonal tour — available May 1 to October 31 only. The high mountain road connecting the Cedars of God to Baalbek closes each winter — making this combination impossible for six months of the year and genuinely special for the six it runs. This is the private version of Lebanon's most dramatic seasonal day trip — the route that uses a mountain road open only in summer to connect three destinations that cannot be reached together any other way. A UNESCO World Heritage gorge in the morning. An easy hike through ancient cedar trees at 2,000 metres. A mountain crossing that only opens in May. The greatest Roman temples on earth in the afternoon — with an expert local guide who knows every stone. Private vehicle and knowledgeable driver throughout — your pace, your schedule, nobody else's itinerary. Expert local guide joins at Baalbek. Entrance tickets payable on site. Optional lunch in Baalbek on the return.

Visit two of Lebanon’s top destinations during this full-day private tour to Byblos and Tripoli. Browse centuries-old souks, where tailors, jewelers, perfumers, and soap-makers have peddled their wares since the 14th century. Explore both ancient and modern sides of coastal Byblos. Air-conditioned vehicle transfers are included with round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Beirut.

Explore the highlights of northern Lebanon during this full-day, small-group excursion. Visit the lavish and whimsical Palace of Dreams in Bakhoun, spend time at a tranquil mountain lake in Oyoun es-Samak, see million-year-old stalactite formations in Zahlan Grotto, and enjoy a sky-high swing ride from the panoramic lookout of Jabal al-Arba’in.

Venture to the less-visited southern regions of Lebanon on this history-packed sightseeing tour. Visit two seaside ancient sites, including Saida—home to a traditional soap factory and centuries-old sea castle—and Sidon, where you’ll have time to explore a Roman-era hippodrome and quaint fishermen’s port. Tours include an optional lunch stop for a chance to taste the catch of the day.