Lebanon Expedition

Join us in Lebanon!

Dates: 2 - 8th May (Syria tour will begin on May 10th from Beirut - a joint package is available)

Price: £990

Itinerary:

Day 1: Beirut

Arrive into Beirut at any time. We will meet in Beirut in the evening to get to know the group and have dinner. After, you may explore the lively Beirut neighborhoods of Mar Mikhael and Gemmayzeh for a taste of the famous Lebanese nightlife.

Overnight in Beirut.

Day 2: Byblos

Depart Beirut and head north to Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world - this ancient Phoenician city is the birthplace of the alphabet as we know it. We will explore the souks and castle before having a traditional Lebanese lunch by the sea. After lunch we will continue north to Batroun, a charming coastal town known for its Phoenician Sea wall, historic churches, and lemonades. We will explore the old town and the souqs, before watching the sun set over the Mediterranean.

Overnight in Batroun.

Day 3: Tripoli

Depart for Tripoli, Lebanon’s second-largest city and a culinary and cultural hub. We will visit the souqs,

the citadel, the corniche and Mina, Tripoli’s lively Christian quarter. Tripoli hosts some of the best food spots in

Lebanon, so prepare to eat a lot today!

Overnight in Tripoli.

Day 4: Mount Lebanon

In the morning we will leave Tripoli and head into the Mount Lebanon range to explore the Cedars of

God – an ancient forest of Lebanon’s iconic cedar trees. Visit the Cedars of God Museum to understand their

historical and cultural importance in Lebanese heritage before spending the night in a traditional Lebanese

mountain guesthouse

Overnight in Ehden

Day 5: Baalbek

Depart for Baalbek, one of the most magnificent Roman archaeological sites in the world and admire one of the best-preserved Roman temples in the world, dedicated to the Roman god of wine. We will enjoy a traditional Lebanese lunch at a local restaurant in Baalbek before heading back to Beirut for the night.

Overnight in Beirut.

Day 6: Beirut

Today will be a day to see all the sights of Beirut, including Pigeon Rocks (Raouche Rocks), Downtown Beirut, Martyrs' Square, Mohammad Al Amin Mosque, Saint George Maronite Cathedral. After lunch we will visit the National Museum of Beirut, followed by a dinner at one of Beirut’s most famous restaurants.

Overnight in Beirut.

Day 7: End

Departure Day at your leisure.

Guests joining the Syria tour will begin the next tour straight after the Lebanon tour finishes

Included:

  • All accommodation in 4* or above accomodation

  • Transport across the country

  • English / Arabic speaking guide

  • Entrance fees

  • Breakfast

Not Included:

  • International flights

  • Visa fees

  • Travel Insurance

  • Lunch / Dinner

  • Alcohol

  • Anything not mentioned in the section above

I require a £200 deposit to book your spot on this tour.

Interested to book or have any questions? Please email: beyondborderstrips@gmail.com

Jay Palfrey