Top Beirut Day Trips

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Get off the beaten track without the stress of self-driving on this small-group tour, with pickup from your Beirut hotel. You’ll hike to the Aaqoura Lakes (also spelled Akoura or Aqoura), then visit the Baatara Gorge Waterfall, which drops more than 800 feet (250 meters) into its pothole during the rainy season. End the day in Batroun, famous for its old harbor and St. Stephan’s Cathedral.

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.

Many of Lebanon’s top sights are spread throughout the country, making them difficult to reach without your own transportation. Tick off three popular attractions in a single day—Jeita Grotto, the ruins of Byblos, and the Statue of Our Lady of Lebanon—during this full-day, small-group excursion. Departing from Beirut, it includes door-to-door hotel transfers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy complete peace of mind when leaving Beirut with this private departure transfer, direct from your Beirut city center hotel or guesthouse to Beirut—Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). Online booking means there’s no need to worry about negotiating the price or carrying cash, and ensures you depart at the exact time to meet your flight.

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.

Escape the bustle of the capital and enjoy a fast-paced adventure along Lebanon's Assi River during this full-day, small-group rafting excursion from Beirut. Embark on a 2.5-mile (four-kilometer) ride along rapids. Indulge in a tasty all-inclusive lunch and partake in an ATV safari, ziplining, and visits to local landmarks like historic Hermel Palace and Marmaron Cave. Expert-led training is provided, making this experience suitable for all levels.

• This (Semi-Private) Small Group Tour is for 9 Travelers and less. WE DO NOT CANCEL ANY SOLO TRAVELER BOOKING. Save time and money. This is a small customize group-tour and not more then 9 travelers in each vehicle, this Semi-Private Small Group-tour is extremely convenient for any traveler wanting to add it to their itinerary.Taste traditional. • Full day-trip to Jeita Grottos, Byblos, Harissa from Beirut. • Explore Jeita Grottos site by riding the mini cable-car and the boat inside one of the caves and returning back by the mini train. • Explore Virgin Mary Statue in HARISSA by riding the cable-car and the panoramic view of Jounieh bay or by vehicle. • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and its fascinating Marina, Souk and the Castle in Byblos. Option to Include all Entrance Fees & Lunch at a restaurant on the sea side of Byblos.

This small-group tour takes you to some of Lebanon’s most historic and naturally beautiful areas. You’ll learn about Christian monasteries in Qadisha Valley, see the Forest of the Cedars of God, learn its connection to the Bible, and also visit the Glbran Museum in Bcharre. Transportation, an English speaking driver, and lunch will all be included in this 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.

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.