Lebanon & Syria: A Journey Through History

After breakfast at the hotel, the tour will begin with a full-day excursion covering some of Lebanon’s most remarkable cultural, historical, and natural attractions.

The first stop will be Beirut, where guests will explore the city and discover its main highlights, including its vibrant streets, historic areas, landmarks, and the beautiful Mediterranean coastline.

The journey will then continue to Jeita, home to the famous Jeita Grotto, one of Lebanon’s most spectacular natural attractions.

Next, the tour will proceed to Harissa, a renowned mountain destination overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Guests will enjoy the panoramic views of the coastline and surrounding areas and have the opportunity to visit the famous Our Lady of Lebanon shrine.

The final destination will be Byblos (Jbeil), one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Guests will explore the historic old town, traditional streets, ancient port, and archaeological surroundings, experiencing the rich heritage of this remarkable coastal city.

After completing the tour, the group will return to Beirut and transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight: Beirut Hotel.

Early morning -breakfast and check-out, departure- Transfer to Damascus cross Lebanese/Syrian border arrive to Damascus  

we start the full-day city by visit National Museum We visit the Azem Palace housing the Museum of Arts and Popular Traditions, then head to Umayyad Mosque which is one of the earliest surviving mosques in the world with its stunning Islamic architecture and where Salah Al-Din Al-Ayyubi is buried. We continue the trip  going Via Recta (straight street), which was mentioned in the Bible.  to the chapel of St. Ananias built in the first century, then  the Church of St. Paul's Window. Overnight.

Move early Our first stop today will be Maaloula  , a small Christian town that suffered immense destruction by ISIS in 2014. Despite this, it remains one of 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; in fact, it is possible to hear the Lord’s prayer being spoken using it.

continue to Palmyra; it is one of the most breathtaking and impressive places in the entire world, it has archaeological finds dating back to the Neolithic period such as the Temple of Bel, the Roman Theater, Straight Street, and the Agora , Continue to Homs , Visit ( Um Alzenar Church ) – Overnight in Homs

Early morning drive to Hama visit ( Nawair ) continue Aleppo City Tour Citadel – Khans –Old Souq – Sop fabric – Overnight in Aleppo .

After Breakfast drive to Slunfeh – short break continue to visit Syria’s most breathtaking castle, SALADIN castle the majestically perched on a rocky hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding green mountains. One of its most remarkable features is a manually excavated moat, a testament to the dedication and skill of its builders. This historic fortress has witnessed the influence of multiple civilizations, from the Phoenicians and Byzantines to the Crusaders and the era. Next, we will continue our journey to the charming city of Tartous, where the sea meets lush green mountains and a lively urban atmosphere.. Overnight stay at a 5-star hotel in Tartous City, with a beautiful sea view.

Morning drive to visit Amrit : Amrit is a small village near Tartus, in south-western Syria. It lies on the site of the ancient Marathus, a Phoenician port located near present-day Tartus in Syria. Founded in the third millennium BC, Marat was the northernmost important city of ancient Phoenicia, with relations to nearby Arwad.

Continue to visit Crack 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 and St. Georges Monastery .

Drive to Damascus – overnight

Transfer to Damascus Airport