9-Day Trip to Syria & Lebanon

On this 9-day trip across Syria and Lebanon, we'll visit the best spots in these Middle Eastern countries. We'll start in Damascus and end in Beirut.

Trip Details

Day 1: Damascus

Upon your arrival at Damascus Airport, assistance will be provided for entry procedures. You will then be taken to your hotel in the city.

Day 2: Damascus

The day will begin with a tour of Damascus, including the National Archaeological Museum, the Al-Azm Palace, the Mausoleum of Saladin, and the Umayyad Mosque. You will also visit Straight Street, the Saint Ananias House, and the Chapel of Saint Paul, followed by a walk through Damascus' souqs.

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

After breakfast, depart for Maaloula to visit its historic town. Then, continue to Krak des Chevaliers, a historic fortress, before heading to Homs for the night.

Day 4: Homs - Palmyra - Hama

Start with breakfast, then visit the Palmyra ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Temple of Bel's ruins. Explore the necropolis before spending the night in Hama.

Day 5: Hama - Aleppo

Breakfast in Hama, followed by a visit to its wooden waterwheels. Then, proceed to Aleppo for the night.

Day 6: Aleppo - Damascus

Explore Aleppo, visiting the Citadel and the Great Mosque of Aleppo. Afternoon return to Damascus.

Day 7: Damascus - Anjar - Baalbek

After breakfast, cross into Lebanon, visit Anjar's Umayyad ruins, and then proceed to Baalbek before heading to Beirut for dinner and overnight.

Day 8: Byblos - Tripoli

Visit Byblos for its historical sites and then proceed to Tripoli to explore the citadel and souqs before returning to Beirut for the night.

Day 9: Beirut

After breakfast, transportation to the airport in Beirut will be arranged for your departure.

Trip Accommodation

Includes 8 nights of accommodation with breakfast at selected hotels:

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 in a double room.