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Spiekermann
Tour Itinerarys...
Glimpse of Syria Itinerary
Day 01 Arrival in Damascus
Arrival in Damascus. Meet and assist upon arrival and transfer to Hotel. Enjoy
a welcome drink and overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 Damascus
Breakfast and visit of the city of Damascus, One of the world’s oldest cities
where many civilizations have left their marks over the centuries: Armenians,
Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Arabs. Some of the most popular sites to visit
are: The National Museum, where very important pieces are exposed from
prehistoric times, the Greek-Roman Byzantine periods as well as Arab-Islamic
oriental times. Then enjoy shopping in Hamidiyah Bazaar, one of the most
wonderful covered markets in the Middle East. The Ommayad Mosque, this
magnificent monument contains the remains of the Roman Temple of Jupiter, a
Byzantine arcade, a beautiful Umayyad mosaic in the courtyard, and the
spacious prayer hall where the shrine of St. John the Baptist is located, said
to house his head. Next to the Mosque is the tomb of the legendary Saladdin
and the Straight Street (mentioned in the Bible). Then visit the Chapel of St
Ananias and St Paul window, built at the site where Paul was lowered from the
city wall in a basket. Also visit the Spice Market and enjoy a panoramic view
from Qassioun Mountain. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03 Damascus - Maaloula (34 miles) - Krak Des Chevaliers (103
miles) - Palmyra (127 miles)
Breakfast and departure for Palmyra. On the way visit Maaloula, one of the
most scenic villages in Syria and is of particular interest as the only place
in the world where Aramaic; the language spoken by Christ is still used as a
living language. Visit St. Tekla and Mar Sarkis churches. Also visit the Krak
des Chevaliers, the best preserved and most wholly admirable crusader castle
in the world. Continue to Palmyra for overnight.
Day 04 Palmyra to Damascus (150 miles)
Palmyra the capital of the Arab Emirate of Tadmor, which stretched to Egypt
and the Bosphorus strait in the 3rd century A.D. during the rule of its queen
Zenobia who challenged the Emperors of Rome. Located midway between the
Mediterranean and the Euphrates, this oasis was an essential watering place
for the many camel caravans that formerly traversed the route in the time of
the Roman Empire .Visit its highlights: The massive Temple of Bel, dedicated
to the god that controlled the movement of the stars. The street of
Colonnades, running to the Funerary Temple, the recently restored theater, the
2nd century agora, and the valley of the Tombs. Drive back to Damascus for a
dinner with Dervish Dancing show. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05 Departure from Damascus
Transfer to Damascus airport for departure.
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