Lebanon · Archaeology

6-Day Lebanon Highlights Tour from Beirut to Batroun

6 Days Round trip from Beirut Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the old souks and Sea Castles of the Crusaders in Sidon
02 Visit Qana, the place where Jesus performed his first miracle
03 Discover Jeita Grotto, the ruins of Byblos, and the Convent of Saint-Charbel in Annaya
04 See the Roman Temples of Baalbek and the ancient quarry with the largest stones of antiquity
05 Explore the Holy Valley of Qadisha, the Biblical Cedars of Becharre, and the Khalil Gibran Museum
06 Visit Beiteddin Palace in the Chouf mountains, known for its beautifully crafted Byzantine mosaics

Explore the highlights of Lebanon on a 6-day journey through its archaeological sites, holy places, ancient Cedars, green landscapes, sea and mountains. Discover the Lebanese Holy Land, the splendour of its grottos, the authenticity of its cities and villages, and the diversity of its churches and mosques. Along the way, experience the beauty of the Mediterranean coast, the richness of Lebanese cuisine, and the charm of oriental nights in a country shaped by history, culture, and natural beauty.

Visit the village of Qana, the place where Jesus performed his first miracle.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Baalbek, Zahle, Sidon, Tripoli, Juniyah, Beirut, Tyre, Byblos, Kadisha Valley, Beit ed-Dine, Anjar, Batroun, Bsharri, Deir al-Qamar

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Beirut and City Highlights

Pick up from Beirut International Airport by your tour guide and transfer to the hotel.
Check in at the hotel and freshen up.
Visit the National Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Minerals, and the Raouche seaside cornice.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Beirut.

Day 02

From Beirut to Sidon, Tyre, and Qana

Pick up from the hotel in Beirut and travel towards South Lebanon.
See the Sea Castles of the Crusaders and the old souks in Sidon.
Have Lebanese sweets and continue to the Phoenician Harbour.
Explore the old city and the Greek-Roman archaeological sites of Tyre.
Visit the village of Qana, the place where Jesus performed his first miracle.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Qana.

Day 03

From Qana to Harissa via Jounieh

Pick up from the hotel in Qana and travel towards Harissa.
Pass by Jounieh, a coastal city in the Keserwan District of Lebanon, on the way.
Arrive in Harissa and check in at the hotel.
Freshen up and travel to the Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon.
Discover the magnificent Jeita Grotto and the ruins of Byblos.
See fossil fish from the Upper Cretaceous and the Convent of Saint-Charbel in the mountains of Annaya.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Harissa.

Day 04

From Harissa to Baalbek, Zahle, and Anjar

Pick up from the hotel in Harissa and travel towards Anjar.
Explore the Roman Temples of Baalbek on the way and discover the quarry with the largest stones of antiquity.
Continue to Zahle, situated in the heart of the Bekaa Valley between Mount Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon.
Travel to the archaeological site of Anjar and enjoy some Lebanese wine tasting.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Anjar.

Day 05

From Anjar to Qadisha Valley, Tripoli, and Batroun

Pick up from the hotel in Anjar and travel towards North Lebanon.
Explore the Holy Valley of Qadisha, the Gardens of Ehden, the mountain of the millennial Biblical Cedars of Becharre, the Khalil Gibran Museum, and more highlights.
Continue to Tripoli, stroll through its souks, and discover Saint Gilles Castle.
Head to Batroun, a Phoenician town, and check in at the hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Batroun.

Day 06

From Batroun to Deir el Qamar and Beirut

Pick up from the hotel in Batroun and travel to Deir el Qamar.
Visit the Palace of Beiteddin in the Chouf mountains, known for its beautifully crafted Byzantine mosaics.
Discover various Catholic and Orthodox churches, old mosques, and shopping malls in the city.
Check out of the hotel and depart for Beirut.

End of the tour.