The Land of the Cedars
October 08-16,2023
Led by Tour lecturer / Guide Ghiath Abdallah
Lebanon has always been a well-traveled bridge between East and West, sea and desert that is dense with history. Above the layers of antiquity lies a land of mesmerizing beauty and contrast from the modernity of Beirut, once known as the Paris of the Middle East to the lush Cedars. Experience the warmth of its people, the tastes of its world-reknown cuisine, the aromas of its souks, the majesty of its past and explore some of the best-preserved Roman and Byzantine cities in the Near East as well as some of the most stunning Byzantine gems as well as many of the Islamic architecture jewels! Explore the Phoenician cities of Sidon & Tyre and the well-preserved Roman city of Baalbek, and the town of Byblos with its multiple layers of civilizations.
Can be combined with Syria tour (October 15 - October 24, 2023)
Trip Cost (land Only): $4,995.00
per person sharing in double occupancy
Single Supplement: $495.00
Price based on a group size minimum of 6 participants and maximum of 14 participants
Trip Grade: I Lodging Level:****
Tour Includes
Airport-Hotel- Airport transfer at Beirut airport (Meet, assist and transfer).
Hotel accommodation (5*) at the selected hotel for 8 nights on bed and Breakfast basis.
Transportation by deluxe air-conditioned coach for the excursions.
English speaking guide at the excursions.
Entrance fees to sites as mentioned in the itinerary.
Lunches on tour days including 1 soft drink.
Gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, restaurant and hotel staff.
11% VAT at present time.
Tour Does Not Include
International airfare USA-Beirut (Approx... $1,200.00 from NYC).
Entry visa to Lebanon (Currently not required for US citizens).
Beverages with or without meals.
Items of a personal nature (camera fees at sites, laundry, phone calls, emails, excess luggage, etc.).
Transfers if not arriving/departing on scheduled flights/tour dates.
Dayroom necessitated by changes in airline schedules.
Trip surcharge to operate below required minimum participants.
Travel protection insurance. (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
Trip Grade:
I Easy - Reasonably paced sightseeing, easy walking, but rather packed program with lots of visits and Beirut traffic is also notoriously bad and sometimes causes delays and requires to do some adjustments to the itinerary according to the road conditions. No particular physical challenges.
LODGING Level:
**** Luxury: Regular style- usually large- hotels, typical western standard with ample venues, and full amenities. (4 or 5 stars)
