New Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos
Why we love it?
The New Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos offers a comprehensive exploration of some of Lebanon's most iconic sites over the course of 8 hours and 30 minutes. This tour is ideal for small groups or travelers seeking a more intimate experience, led by an experienced English-speaking local group leader. Highlights include a visit to the stunning Jeita Grotto, a natural wonder known for its impressive limestone caves, as well as the historic coastal city of Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Additionally, participants can enjoy breathtaking views from Harissa, accessible via a cable car ride. With hotel pick-up and drop-off and the option to include all entrance fees, this tour provides a well-rounded experience of Lebanon's rich cultural and natural heritage.
Inclusions
- (OPTION) to book All Entrance Fees including one way Cable Car Ticket
- Brief Explanation about each Site
- Experienced English Speaker Local Group Leader
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
- (OPTION) to book a Lunch at a traditional restaurant on the sea side at Byblos old port
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Step 1
NEW ( LLT Genuine Product ) From your hotel in Beirut, with a smile you are picked up in the morning at 08:15am for a drive to your first must-see stop, you will have almost 1.15-hour to explore the famous JEITA GROTTOS which is a system of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves spanning an overall length of nearly 10 kilometers.
Step 2
Then you continue to your next important visit, the significant amazing Virgin Mary Statue in HARISSA by-car throughout the mountain you will explore the panoramic view of JOUNIEH bay and a lots of beautiful scenery,
Step 3
Then you will enjoy the riding of the main cable-car from Harissa to Jounieh where the experienced driver will wait you to continue to your next important visit to byblos.
Step 4
Starting your 1.5-hour tour of the significant location at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the beautiful Phoenician city of BYBLOS which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, you will enjoy the walking at the Marina side shedding to the castle and the souk.
Step 5
Then you will have the option to enter the Crusader castle in Byblos which it was known as the castle of Gibelet, it is adjacent to the Phoenician archaeological site containing the ruins of the Temple of Baalat Gebal and the Temple of the Obelisks.The castle was built by the Crusaders in the 12th century from indigenous limestone and the remains of Roman structures. The finished structure was surrounded by a moat. It belonged to the Genoese Embriaco family, whose members were the Lords of Gibelet. Saladin captured the town and castle in 1188 and partially dismantled the walls in 1190. Later, the Crusaders recaptured Byblos and rebuilt the fortifications of the castle in 1197. In 1369, the castle had to fend off an attack from Cypriot vessels from Famagusta. The Byblos Castle has distinguished historical buildings for neighbors. Nearby stand a few Egyptian temples, the Phoenician royal necropolis and the Roman amphitheatre.
Step 6
After the castle you will enter to the old souk of Byblos which is an old market where you can buy from a lot of local shops antiques, souvenirs, local crafts and various other merchandise, its one of the best spots in Lebanon activity and the souk is never empty of people. There are also cozy bars and cafes littered along the walk.
It is also relatively small and worth a walk around to discover the various alleyways and ancient sites as this is one place you’ll never get enough of.This part of town is a collection of old walls (some medieval) overlapping properties and intriguing half-ruins.
Step 7
Then you will head to a traditional restaurant to have your Mediterranean Lebanese food.
After your lunch
your experienced driver will head to Beirut where he will drop you at your location.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Children ages 3 years and under are free, but their seats are subject to availability. They may have to ride on their parents' laps if seats are not available. Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
- Wheelchair are available on request, please advise at time of booking if the wheelchair is required.
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- All Pick up will be between 8:00 to 8:30, Please be ready at the entrance of the hotel.
- Driver will pick you up from the outside entrance of your hotel.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
