Lebanon
Byblos, an ancient city, showcases Phoenician, Roman, and Crusader history. Its old souk and harbor attract visitors. Baalbek presents grand Roman temples. Jeita Grotto, a natural cave system, explorers by foot and boat. Harissa, with the Lady of Lebanon, provides expansive views. The Chouf Mountains host cedar forests and offer nature immersion. Anjar features Umayyad ruins. Tyre boasts Roman and Crusader sites and beaches.
For Byblos, Jeita, and Harissa, shared taxis or organized tours are common. Baalbek and Anjar, in the Beqaa Valley, favor organized tours or private drivers due to distance and regional specifics. The Chouf Mountains also suit private transport or tours. Tyre is accessible by bus or private taxi.
Extend your experience with diverse regional excursions.
Al Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve offers hiking among ancient cedars. Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve suits hiking and biodiversity discovery. Qadisha Valley presents dramatic gorges and cliff monasteries. Batroun Coast features natural pools and beaches. North of Beirut, towns like Anfeh and Chekka provide clean coastal enjoyment. Mount Lebanon's range varies from snowy peaks to green valleys.
Sidon presents a Crusader Sea Castle, a traditional souk, and a Soap Museum. Tripoli showcases Mamluk architecture, extensive souks, and historic hammams. Rural villages in Chouf or Metn offer insight into traditional life. Harissa and Qadisha Valley serve as significant pilgrimage sites.
Extend your journey for regional immersion or international connections.
Spend 1-2 days exploring Batroun, Anfeh, Tripoli, Qadisha Valley, and Cedars of God for a relaxed immersion.
Allocate 1-2 days for more winery visits (Ksara, Kefraya, Massaya) and rural exploration.
Beyond Sidon and Tyre, extend to Jezzine for waterfalls and crafts.
Amman, Petra, and Wadi Rum are readily reachable by direct flights from Beirut (BEY) to Amman.
Cairo and Luxor's historical wonders connect via direct flights from BEY. Cyprus offers a Mediterranean island experience with short flights or potential ferries.
