Day 1 : Beirut |
Arrival to Beirut, Meet and Assist at Rafic Al Hariri International Airport.
Transfer to Hotel.
Day 2 : Beirut –– Baalback –Ksara - Beirut |
Beirut to Baalback (62 km) Baalback to Ksara (37 km) Ksara to Beirut (50 KM)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for the Bekaa Valley. At an altitude of 1,150 meters, Baalbeck (city of Baal) emerges like a green jewel on the slopes of the Anti-Lebanon Mountains. The famous acropolis, built by the Romans as a tribute to the sun god Baal, dominates the Beqaa Valley with its gigantic proportions. It is the culmination of an imperial project that reflects Roman will, wealth, and power. They also show a strong local Semitic influence in their layout and overall economy. In fact, the triad of Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury that was worshiped there was grafted onto an ancient local triad. Lunch at a local restaurant in Baalbek. Continue to visit the Ksara Caves, which were established during the time of the Jesuit Brothers in 1857, Wine tasting... Return to the hotel.
Day 3 : Beirut- Harissa – Byblos- Beirut |
Beirut to Harissa (23 km) Harissa to Byblos (23 km) Byblos to Beirut (40 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to visit "Our Lady of Lebanon" in Harissa, an immense statue of the Immaculate Conception overlooking the bay of Jounieh. Built in the late 19th century, the statue of the Virgin Mary towers over a sanctuary (a chapel in the pedestal). Continue to
Byblos to visit a city deeply rooted in history, dating back at least 7,000 years (5,000-4,000 BC). The current name of the city is derived from the Greek word for "papyrus" (paper). Byblos was not only a major commercial center and producer of papyrus but also famous for being the place where the first Phoenician writings were discovered. It was the birthplace of the Alphabet. Enjoy a seafood lunch at a restaurant with a sea view, Visit the citadel, the Roman amphitheater, and the royal tombs. The archaeological site of Byblos has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Back to the hotel to get ready for your evening
Day 4 : Party & After Party |
Day 5 : Departure |
Breakfast at the hotel, Transfer to the airport
