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Step beyond Beirut and into one of the ancient world’s most spectacular chapters. On this small-group day tour through Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, you’ll stand among the colossal Roman temples of Baalbek — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved Roman ruins on earth — explore the layered Byzantine and Umayyad history of Anjar, and raise a glass at a family-run Bekaa Valley winery in a region that has been producing wine for over 6,000 years.
With a maximum of 15 guests, this is not a bus tour. It’s an unhurried, personal journey through Lebanon’s most historically rich landscape, led by a knowledgeable local guide who brings every stone and story to life.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick-up travelers from any Hotel, Residence or Airbnb in Beirut.
Itinerary
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Beirut (Pass by)
Pick-up from Your Hotel or a central Beirut meeting point. Your guide introduces the day’s journey as you head east through the Lebanese mountains toward the Bekaa Valley.
Admission ticket free -
1Umayyad Ruins of Aanjar
Drive east to Anjar and explore Lebanon’s only Umayyad archaeological site. Walk the colonnaded main street and discover the palace ruins of this unique 8th-century trading city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
Visit one of the largest carved monoliths ever discovered. Located near Baalbek, this massive Roman-era stone block continues to raise questions about ancient engineering techniques and construction methods.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Temples of Baalbek
Arrive at Baalbek and explore the magnificent Roman temple complex with your guide. See the Temple of Jupiter, the remarkably intact Temple of Bacchus, and the Temple of Venus. Your guide explains the site’s 9,000-year history — from Phoenician origins through Roman occupation to the modern day.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Zahle
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Baalbek’s old town or in Zahle. Your guide will recommend the best spots for traditional Lebanese cuisine.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Chateau Ksara
Visit a renowned Bekaa Valley winery for a guided cellar tour and wine tasting. Learn why this high-altitude valley produces some of the Middle East’s finest wines.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
6Beirut
Scenic drive back through the mountains, arriving in central Beirut by approximately 17:30.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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