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Lebanon's most spectacular natural wonder and its most iconic mountaintop shrine — one private half-day from Beirut, back by early afternoon. Jeita Grotto is a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature finalists — 9 kilometres of limestone cave system with formations of extraordinary scale and beauty that took millions of years to create. Harissa is 650 metres above the Mediterranean, reached by cable car, crowned by the bronze statue of Our Lady of Lebanon — one of the most recognisable religious monuments in the Middle East. Underground to mountaintop — two of Lebanon's defining experiences in five hours. Private vehicle and knowledgeable local driver exclusively for your group. Entrance tickets payable on site.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the medieval architecture of Tripoli, Lebanon’s second city, and Batroun, an ancient coastal city known for its Phoenician Wall, on this small-group tour. See mosques, souks, hammams, the citadel, with its Crusader-era castle, a soap factory, a candy store, and more in Tripoli, then hit the highlights of downtown Batroun. Your package includes everything you need: entrance fees, a Lebanese restaurant lunch, and 2-way transfers direct from your Beirut address.

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.

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.

Visit many of northern Lebanon’s most renowned attractions without breaking the bank during this budget-friendly, small-group tour from Beirut. Explore the religious heritage and archaeological sites of Qadisha Valley, learn about the poet and artist Khalil Gibran at the Gibran Museum, visit a UNESCO-listed cedar forest, and step inside Deir Qozhaya, a monastery dating back to the 7th century.

See a different side of Lebanon on a guided snowmobile adventure through the snowy mountain landscapes around Mzaar Kfardebian in the Faraya area. Your guide will show you the controls then lead the way along thrilling wilderness snow trails, with stops to take pictures and enjoy the view. Price includes helmet, hot drinks, water, and 2-person snowmobile: snow jackets, pants, and boots are available to rent.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

The best way to understand Beirut is to eat your way through it — neighbourhood by neighbourhood, bite by bite. This small-group street food tour with a professional guide takes you through four of Beirut's most characterful districts in four hours, tasting the food that defines each one. Everything included. Nothing to pay at the door. Just show up hungry. Hamra for fresh manouche, kaak, and fatayer straight from the bakery. Rue d'Arménie in Achrafieh for shawarma, falafel, kafta, and fresh-pressed juices from one of Beirut's most vibrant street food streets. Bourj Hammoud — Beirut's Armenian quarter — for soujouk, basterma, Armenian pastries, cheeses, and pickles that you will not find anywhere else in the city. Downtown for Lebanese sweets, fresh juices, and possibly a stop at Hanna Mitri — one of Beirut's most legendary ice cream institutions. The exact stops flex with the group's appetite and interest. The only fixed rule is that nobody leaves hungry.

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 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.

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 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.

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.