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The perfect introduction to Lebanon — all in one wonderfully complete and thoroughly enjoyable day. This small-group guided tour combines Beirut's most iconic city landmarks with two of the Chouf Mountains' most beautiful destinations, with a professional guide, lunch fully included, and nothing extra to organise.
Begin with a guided morning tour of Beirut — Pigeon Rocks and the seafront, the grand Blue Mosque and an ancient cathedral sharing the same square, Roman baths in the heart of downtown, and the historic square where Lebanon's modern story was shaped. Then head into the Chouf Mountains for Beiteddine Palace — one of the finest palaces in the Arab world — and the perfectly preserved Ottoman village of Deir el Qamar, Lebanon's first capital. A mountain lunch included. Your professional guide brings every stop to life warmly and engagingly throughout.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick-up travelers from any Hotel, Residence or Airbnb in Beirut.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
8:30 AM — Pickup from your Beirut hotel Your professional guide meets you at your hotel and the tour begins right away — Pigeon Rocks is just minutes away.
Admission ticket free -
1Pigeon Rocks in Raouche
Pigeon Rocks, Corniche & Zaitunay Bay Begin at Pigeon Rocks — Beirut's most iconic natural landmark — before a pleasant drive along the famous Corniche seafront promenade and a lovely stop at Zaitunay Bay marina. Your guide sets the scene for a city shaped by thousands of years of extraordinary history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Drive past the Holiday Inn Hotel — its Civil War bullet-scarred facade deliberately preserved as a powerful reminder of Lebanon's resilience.
Admission ticket free -
2Downtown Beirut
Beirut downtown — guided landmarks tour Your guide leads you through Beirut's most essential downtown landmarks — all within comfortable walking distance of each other.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Beiteddine Palace — one of the Arab world's finest palaces Arrive at one of the most beautiful palaces in the Arab world — built between 1788 and 1840 by Emir Bashir II. Three grand courtyards with hand-cut tilework and carved cedar-wood ceilings reveal extraordinary craftsmanship. Do not miss the underground Byzantine mosaic museum — Lebanon's finest collection of ancient mosaics, a wonderfully surprising discovery beneath the palace. Your guide brings the full story of Emir Bashir to life for the whole group.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Deir el Qamar
Deir el Qamar — Lebanon's charming first capital Drive to Deir el Qamar — "Monastery of the Moon" — one of the most beautifully preserved villages in Lebanon and the country's first capital. The cobblestone central square is framed by honey-stone mansions dating to the 17th and 18th centuries. A mosque and a church stand peacefully side by side — a heartwarming symbol of Lebanese coexistence that has endured here for centuries.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Fakhreddine's Mosque
Fakhreddine Mosque & Saydet el Tallé Church Visit the elegant 17th-century mosque of Fakhreddine II and the charming hilltop church with wonderful panoramic views over the Chouf valleys below. Two beautiful places of worship sharing the same hillside for four centuries — a touching symbol of everything that makes Deir el Qamar so special.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Deir el Qamar
Lunch in Deir el Qamar — included A wonderful lunch at one of Deir el Qamar's welcoming mountain restaurants — generous Lebanese mezze, grilled meats, and fresh bread with beautiful Chouf valley views. Fully included in your tour price — nothing extra to pay.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Beirut (Pass by)
Return to Beirut — approx. 5:30–6:30 PM Your guide and driver bring you comfortably back to Beirut — completing a wonderful full day covering Beirut's iconic landmarks and the Chouf Mountains' most beautiful destinations, with every meal already taken care of.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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