Private Full-Day Guided Tour around Baalbek Anjar and Ksara

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8 hours (approximately)
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Take a step back in time and experience the history of two must see cities in the Beqaa valley. This in-depth tour will take you on a journey to relive key moments in each of Roman and Umayyad eras. Guided by an expert guide, you will get to experience the culture and the history of these cities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to taste some Lebanese authentic wine at the end of the tour, at Ksara winery.

What's Included

Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Guide
Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up travelers from all places located within Beirut city.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Temples of Baalbek

    Explore three roman temples that are almost the well-preserved Roman temples in the world, dedicated to “Bacchus” the god of wine and leisure beside the temple of” Jupiter” the king of gods and “Venus” the goddess of love.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    In a nearby quarry a huge stone was found named "Hebla stone" which means pregnant in Arabic. It's named according to an old legend that women used to touch the stone to get pregnant.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Umayyad Ruins of Aanjar

    The ruins reveal a very regular layout, reminiscent of the palace-cities of ancient times, and are a unique testimony to city planning under the Umayyad.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Chateau Ksara

    In the fertile valley of the Beqaa, where located the special high quality yards of vine. Vine picked with passion and love to be taken into the winery of ksara to produce a high quality of wine. A tour in the cave of the winery can help discovering the history of the cave and the conditions help in producing and preserving the wine in addition to tasting some delicious drops of wine.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Walking Beirut

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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