Lebanon World Heritage Discovery — 5 Days UNESCO Sites & Ancient Wonders
| Duration | 5 Days / 4 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | Lebanon |
| Price From | $1,509 USD per person (~$302/day) |
| Tour Style | Cultural, UNESCO Heritage, Private Guide |
| Operator | Agate Travel (Travellers’ Choice, 5.0★) |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Beirut — Arrival in the Paris of the Middle East
Arrive at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport. Private transfer to your 4-star hotel — Gems Hotel in the Hamra district. Afternoon orientation walk along the Corniche to see the iconic Pigeon Rocks at sunset. Welcome dinner at a traditional Lebanese restaurant featuring mezze platters — hummus, baba ghanouj, tabbouleh, kibbeh, and grilled meats.
Day 2: Jeita Grotto + Byblos + Harissa — Natural Wonder Meets Ancient Port
Morning visit to the spectacular Jeita Grotto, a finalist for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. Take the boat ride through the lower grotto’s underground river, then walk through the upper galleries with the world’s longest stalactite (8.2m). Continue to Harissa, taking the cable car up to the Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon for panoramic views over Jounieh Bay. Afternoon in Byblos (Jbeil), one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities (5,000+ years). Explore the Crusader Castle, Phoenician royal tombs, the ancient port, and the charming souk. Overnight in Beirut.
Day 3: Anjar + Baalbek + Ksara — Roman Grandeur in the Bekaa Valley
Drive to the Bekaa Valley. First stop: Anjar, an 8th-century Umayyad city with perfectly preserved city walls, palace ruins, and a grand colonnaded street. Continue to Baalbek — home to the largest and best-preserved Roman temples in the world. Walk through the monumental Temple of Jupiter (some columns are 22m high), the exquisite Temple of Bacchus (larger than the Parthenon), and the Temple of Venus. Afternoon wine tasting at Chateau Ksara, Lebanon’s oldest winery, with its 2km of Roman-era underground caves. Return to Beirut.
Day 4: Sidon + Tyre — Phoenician Legacy on the Southern Coast
Travel south along the Mediterranean coast. Visit Sidon (Saida): the Sea Castle built by Crusaders in 1228, the bustling old souk, and the Soap Museum in a 17th-century palace. Continue to Tyre (Sour), a UNESCO World Heritage site and ancient Phoenician capital. Explore the vast Roman hippodrome (one of the largest ever built), the triumphal arch, and the extensive necropolis. Sunset walk along Tyre’s sandy beach. Return to Beirut.
Day 5: Beirut City Tour — Departure
Morning exploration of Beirut: the National Museum (housing Phoenician, Roman, and Byzantine artifacts), Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, St. George Maronite Cathedral, Martyrs’ Square, and the Beirut Souks. Visit the trendy Mar Mikhael and Gemmayzeh districts with their street art and cafes. Afternoon transfer to airport. You leave with memories of 7,000 years of civilization in one extraordinary country.
What’s Included
• 4 nights at 4-star Gems Hotel Beirut
• Daily breakfast
• Private English-speaking guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• All entrance fees (Jeita Grotto, Baalbek, Byblos Castle, etc.)
• Cable car at Harissa
• Wine tasting at Chateau Ksara
• Airport transfers
What’s Excluded
• International flights to Beirut
• Lunches and dinners (~$15-25/meal)
• Travel insurance (required)
• Tips and personal expenses
• Visa on arrival fee (where applicable)
