A Journey Through Castles & Ancient Cities

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll head south through the lush, fertile plains to the ancient city of Bosra al-Sham, which is  certainly, home to the best-preserved Roman amphitheater in the world. 

Subsequently, we’ll explore the city’s rich Roman heritage, including its baths and captivating historical tales. Then we’ll head back to Damascus for dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel, early departure to Palmyra.

Firstly, we will visit the ancient city of , Syria's most iconic tourist destination. Notably, once a key city on the Silk Road, Palmyra briefly ruled its own empire in the 3rd century, stretching from Turkey to Egypt. However, despite being well-preserved, much of the city was sadly destroyed during the ISIS occupation in 2015.

During our tour we will explore what remains, including the Arch of Triumph, the Sulphur Spring, the Great Columns, the Theater, the Agora, the Castle, and the Tombs.

Furthermore, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch in a traditional Bedouin tent restaurant, run by a local family. This is, indeed, a perfect opportunity to savor authentic  while experiencing the warm hospitality of the region.

Afterward, we will drive  to Homs for overnight.

After breakfast, we'll explore Saint Mary Church of the Holy Belt in Syria , one of the most significant landmarks of the city. Continue to visit Krack des Chevaliers, which is described by Lawrence of Arabia as "the most wholly admirable castle in the world."  In addition, this medieval crusader fortress is one of the most significant and well-preserved castles from that era, offering a fascinating glimpse into Syrian History. Travelling north we pass through Hama , famous for its ancient wooden water wheels known as “norias,” which once played a key role in the city’s irrigation system and stop for dinner and head again to finally reach Aleppo a flourishing metropolis since the 3rd millennium BC to check in at the hotel for overnight.

After breakfast, our first stop in the morning will be, of course, the famous, Aleppo Castle which stands in the middle of the city and dominates it from the height of its fifty meters.

Then, we'll stroll through the market stretching from the front of the castle to the old city to Visit Khans ( ALShouneh – AlJumrok – Al Toton  ….) , old souk and Madrasa Halawiye , Bimarstan Aragon

Then, we visit the Grand Mosque in Aleppo, we'll visit Al-Jubaili Soap Factory, the oldest in Aleppo, where you'll have the opportunity to witness the traditional process of crafting the world-famous laurel Aleppo Soap , renowned for its quality and history.

Dinner will be in Local restaurant to enjoy the traditional cuisine of Aleppo

Overnight at Hotel .

After Breakfast , we will drive south to visit Maaloula ,  the most scenic villages in Syria and is the only place in the world where Aramaic, the language spoken by Christ, is still actively used as a living language we visit  ( Mar Takla – Al Faj – St. Sergeios And Bakhus Monastery ) then we will drive to  Sednaya to visit the monastery. Lastly, farwell dinner and overnight in Damascus, will indeed, provide a perfect ending to our trip.

After breakfast,  drive to Damascus Airport to return home with unforgettable Memories .