Lebanon and Syria
per person
Due to the fact Lebanon is bordered by Syria from North and East it makes It very easy to combine the 2 destinations in one trip.
Once you are in Baalbeck it only takes two hours drive to be in Damascus.
Although the two countries share many cultures every city has its own feeling and its own characteristics which differentiate it from any other place.
Syria is often described as the largest small country in the world because of its wealth of ancient civilization, it witnessed a long succession of historic dynasties: Hellenistic conquerors founded the cities of Latakia and Apamea, the nomadic Nabateans from Petra settled in the south, imperial Romans established their Provincial Arabia, and the Byzantines left a legacy of basilicas throughout the land.
We assure you a trip for these two countries will be equivalent to hundreds trips over the world due to its diversity.
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Day 01: BEIRUT AIRPORT - BEIURT
Upon arrival, AL AWAEL TRAVEL Representative will meet you at baggage claim after immigrations and customs. We will escort you to your vehicle for transfer to the hotel and provide check in assistance. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 02: BEIRUT CITY TOUR – BEIRUT
To start your introduction to Lebanon, you will enjoy a tour of the capital city of Beirut. Your tour will begin with the National Museum, the principal museum of archaeology, history and culture in Lebanon. Afterwards, explore the downtown area including Martyrs Square, Nejmeh Square with the famous clock tower, the Roman Ruins and Bathes, Mohammad El Amin Mosque and Saint Georges Church. Back to the hotel for free time and overnight.
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Day 03: BEIRUT- JIETA - HARISSA – BYBLOS – BEIRUT
You will be driven north to visit Jeïta Grotto, the jewel of tourism in Lebanon, where 2 limestone crystallized grottoes characterized by extraordinary concretions of stalactites and stalagmites sculpted naturally in different forms, sizes and colors are found. Then proceed to Harissa where you will see the Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, which is a Marian shrine and a pilgrimage site in Lebanon. In addition, you will enjoy a panoramic view of Jounieh Bay using the cable cars from Harissa to Jounieh. Then transfer to Byblos, the "oldest continuously inhabited city the world" to visit the famous Crusader castle and discovering some beautiful churches, followed by s free time in the old souks. Back to Beirut for overnight.
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Day 04: BEIRUT – CEDARS – QADISHA – QOZHAYA
You will start your day with a visit to “Cedars of God” Forest located in the Kadisha Valley of Bsharri, one of the last vestiges of the extensive forests of the Lebanon cedar that anciently thrived across Mount Lebanon. After you will visit Gibran museum, a biographical museum dedicated to the Lebanese writer, philosopher, and artist Kahlil Gibran. The museum was an old cavern where many hermits sought refuge since the 7th century. On your way to Qozhaya you will pass through Qadisha Valley for a photo stop. The valley was carved by the Kadisha River, also known as the Nahr Abu Ali when it reaches Tripoli. Then arrive to Qozhaya to visit The Monastery of Saint Anthony the Great” the Living Treasure “, it belongs to the Lebanese Maronite Order known as Baladites. Back to Beirut for overnight.
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Day 05: BEIRUT – TRIPOLI – BATROUN – BEIRUT .
After breakfast, start your day with unforgettable tour to Discover the beautiful city of Tripoli, the city is rich in ancient history, starting from the Citadel of St Gilles to the Old Souk and Khans and then head to Taynal mosque that is considered the most important monument in Tripoli, Standing in the middle of an orchard and visible from all sides; it's an oblong structure of sandstone followed by a visit to Batroun to discover the story behind the Phoenician wall and the old Phoenician stadium and Batroun old harbor visit, and finally back to Beirut for overnight.
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Day 06: BAALBACK – ANJAR – DAMASCUS.
After breakfast, venture through Lebanon's countryside to Baalbek, also called Heliopolis. The site is a dedication to the gods of Jupiter, Venus and Mercury, and was classed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. This ancient site is largely made up of semi-crumbled temples built by the Romans, including the massive Temple of Jupiter, the best-preserved Roman ruin in Lebanon.
After lunch, drive to Anjar and explore the town's showpiece – the Umayyad ruins. Wander through this fascinating complex: remnants of an 8th-century palace city ruled by the Ummayad dynasty; ruined temples, arcades and gates built in Hellenistic and Roman style.
Then Transfer to Damascus to continue your trip, upon arrival to Damascus you will be escorted to your hotel for overnight.
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Day 07: DAMASCUS CITY TOUR – DAMASCUS.
After breakfast, tour to the national museum exploring the finest collection of archeological artifacts from around the country ; proceed to Umayyed mosque; one of the best monuments to the ingenuity of early Islam ; followed by a visit to the Azem palace the home of the ottoman governor ; then visit to Souq Al-Hamidiyeh the bustling covered bazar that fills the senses of life ; then a visit to the Mausoleum of Saladin , the leader who liberated Jerusalem from the crusaders ; then a visit to chapel of St. Ananias and St. Paul’s window , from which Paul the evangelist was lowered to escape the romans , and finally a visit to Bab Touma , the Christian quarter with its charming alleyways and handicraft shops , and then back to the hotel for overnight .
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Day 08: DAMASCUS – SEDNAYA – MAALULA – CRAV DES CHEVALIERS – HOMS.
After breakfast You'll be driven to Sednaya, it has been the most famous center for Christian pilgrimage in the east, afterwards drive to Maalula known for its importance in the history of Syrian Christianity, then continue to valley of Christians (Wadi Al-Nasara ) to visit Crac Des Chevaliers which is spectacular medieval castle , it has beautiful architecture and occupies a strategic location overlooking Wadi al-Nasara , and finally continue to Homs for overnight .
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Day 09: HOMS – PALMYRA – DAMASCUS .
A full day dedicated to visit Palmyra (UNESCO site), you'll see the monumental ruins of a great city that was one of the most important cultural centers of the ancient world, and see the historic treasures that reveals the crossroads of several civilization from 1st and 2nd century passed through this city, then drive back to Damascus for overnight.
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Day 10: DAMASCUS – BEIRUT AIRPORT .
After breakfast, drive back to Beirut airport for departure.
