9-Day Trip to Syria & Lebanon

On this 9-day trip across Syria and Lebanon, we will visit the best spots in these Middle Eastern countries. The itinerary starts in Damascus and concludes in Beirut.

Trip Details

Day 1: Damascus

Upon arrival at Damascus Airport, assistance will be provided with entry procedures. After, transfer to the hotel in the city for the duration of the stay.

Day 2: Damascus

The tour begins with a visit to the National Archaeological Museum, followed by the Al-Azm Palace, the Mausoleum of Saladin, and the Umayyad Mosque. The day includes walking through Straight Street, the Saint Ananias House, and Damascus' souqs.

Day 3: Damascus - Maaloula - Krak des Chevaliers - Homs

After breakfast, travel to Maaloula to see its rock-carved homes, then continue to Krak des Chevaliers, a historic fortress. Overnight in Homs.

Day 4: Homs - Palmyra - Hama

Visit the Palmyra ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Temple of Bel, Monumental Arch, and the necropolis. Overnight in Hama.

Day 5: Hama - Aleppo

After breakfast, visit Hama's wooden waterwheels, then travel to Aleppo for the night.

Day 6: Aleppo - Damascus

Explore Aleppo, including the Citadel and Great Mosque, then return to Damascus for the night.

Day 7: Damascus - Anjar - Baalbek

After breakfast, depart for Lebanon, visiting Anjar’s Umayyad ruins and later the Roman sites at Baalbek. Stop at a vineyard in Ksara before reaching Beirut for dinner and rest.

Day 8: Byblos - Tripoli

Visit Byblos to see the Phoenician walls and then travel to Tripoli to see its citadel and souqs, returning to Beirut for the night.

Day 9: Beirut

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Beirut for departure.

Trip Accommodation

The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation with breakfast in the following hotels. Choose between standard or luxury options:

Standard Option (3 Stars):

Damascus: Al Majed, Al Fares, Kairawan, or similarHoms: Al Waleed or similarHama: Orient House or similarAleppo: Palace Hotel or similarBeirut: Gems Hotel or similar

Luxury Option (4 Stars):

Damascus: Beit Al Mamluka, Dar Al Yasmin, or similarHoms: Safir Homs or similarHama: Orient House or similarAleppo: Riga Palace or similarBeirut: Radisson Blue Martinez, Crowne Plaza, or similar

Prices are per person staying in a double room.