10 Historical & Heritage Tours in North Governorate That You Shouldn't Miss

Tripoli is the second largest city in Lebanon. The Beautiful city combines the ancient and the modern. Our objective is the old souks in the heart of the city. Small shops of all kind. Craftsmen, traditional pastries, fishermen, dressmakers, carpenters, painters and a number of artificial artistes gathering in a 500 years old open air market trying to sell their products. Uptown is the Crusades fortress . All civilizations and armies seized this strategic spot to control the city and its surroundings. The sweets palace dates back to 1881 when a family of talented Chefs decided to start a big sweet factory in the city. It is not only Baklava but a wide variety of tastes and pastry arts displayed in front of you for your savor and your personal palate… the Chef is there and happy to explain about every single flavor. An average ride to this small lovely Phoenician city of Batroun; the tourist’s street is such a lovely place as well as the old Phoenician wall defenses and port.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Afternoon tea, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch

Our Tour starts by visiting Tripoli, north of Beirut and the 2nd capital of Lebanon with its Castle, mosques, markets and khans, then proceed to have lunch at one of the best Lebanese restaurants in Tripoli, after that we visit Our Lady of Nourieh Monastery, then Nabu Museum , and the final stop will be in Batroun before returning back to Beirut.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off is included if the guests are staying in Hotels only located within Beirut City (not Hostels, airbnb, or private apartment)

Exclusions: Gratuities

The village of Besharre in the North of the country. 95 minutes from Beirut. Here comes the village square, 15 minutes later up in the mountains rises the Cedars forest… A 2000 year’s old cedar tree in the middle of multiple souvenirs kiosks covers the main street! “Cedrus Libani” (Cedar tree of Lebanon) is the symbol of Lebanon. Much information, details, myths and beliefs as your Guide escort you during this lovely walk… Our next stop is the Gebran Khalil Gebran gallery. Who is he? Is “the Prophet” his nickname? How many books he wrote and how many languages were translated to? Is his famous book still a best seller? His paintings, what do you think of them? All this and much more inside this humble old monastery converted into a nice gallery half curved in a giant rocky mountain… The Kadisha valley or the “Sacred Valley” Wonderful views, water cascades (in spring) and many curved shapes. A 14th century hermitage. Quiet observance required…

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Our first stop is the Cedars of God forest, where you will get to walk among the majestic and iconic Lebanon cedar trees. Then we will go to Bsharre to visit the Gibran Museum, a former monastery that is the final resting place of the Lebanese poet, philosopher and artist Kahlil Gibran, and now houses his artwork and other belongings. Our last stop for the day is the convent of St Anthony of Kozhaya, one of the many monasteries built in the valley. It is built partly inside the mountain and partly outside, and is surrounded by a very beautiful panorama of forest, rocky cliffs and valley

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes

Discover Baatara Gorge Waterfall droping 255 metres (837 ft) into the Baatara Pothole.Afterwards visit Mseilha Fort built on a long, narrow limestone rock.Last Visit Batroun old souk and port, overlooking the old harbor / fishermen’s port is the Maronite Saint – Stephan Note: There's little or no water at Baatara waterfall (JUNE-OCTOBER)

Inclusions: Transportation, Hotel pick up and drop off, Guide, Entrance fees to all sites, Hike down to Baatara

Exclusions: lunch

-Check the most venerable representatives of the Cedars of Lebanon, which once covered the country's mountains.Visit Qadisha Holy valley where Maronites settled during the Ottaman's period.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance Fee, Guides, Hike in the Cedars Forest, Pickup From Hotel and Return

Exclusions: Lunch, Personal Expenses, Gratitude

Save time, and combine the natural beauty and History in one day tour from Beirut. Enjoy the green sceneries on your way to Bcharre through the Holy valley of Qadisha with a short stop at Kozhaya Monastery. Visit after the Cedars of God forest , take some picture and head after to Baalback. After lunch, Visit Baalbek, one of the most celebrated sanctuaries of the ancient world and home to the complex which includes two of the largest and grandest Roman temple ever built.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and Drop off, Lunch at a local Lebanese restaurant, Local guide, Bottled water, English Speaking Driver, Entrance fees, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Get a feel for the scenery and history of the historical city without the need to rent a car on this day trip from Beirut. Accompanied by a driver, Visit the coastal city of Tripoli and explore its highlights, such as the crusader castle, the old souk, the seaside and much more, hearing commentary about each along the way. Learn about the history of the city and have some ample free time.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick up & Drop off, Comfortable Private Transportation, English Speaking Driver , Air-conditioned vehicle, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

View mix of sophistication and tradition in Byblos. View the souks, together with the “khans”, form an agglomeration of various trades where tailors, jewelers, perfumers, tanners and soap-makers work in Tripoli.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes

On this small-group day trip from Beirut, you’ll discover standout sights in Northern Lebanon countryside and along mount Lebanon. You’ll marvel at the panoramic views of Qadisha Valley and the Beauty of Lebanon landscape. Highlights include a stop at Khalil Jubran Museum, a chance to walk in the Cedars of god reserve forest , and a visit to the monastery of saint Antonios Kozhaya. This Lebanon full day tour includes all entrance fees and a good Lebanese Lunch.

Inclusions: Lunch at a local restaurant, English Speaking Guide / Driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities