Beirut: Shouf Cedars & Beiteddine Palace Day Trip with Lunch Lebanon private tour: Beirut to Cedars & Beiteddine w/Lunch
ID: GYG433836-781512
Category:
Country: Lebanon
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Take a day trip into the mountains from Beirut. Walk through the ancient Shouf cedar forest, discover the village of Deir el Qamar and the Beiteddine Palace, and enjoy a traditional Lebanese lunch.
Travel to Lebanon’s biggest cedar reserve and wander through some of the world’s oldest documented forests. Take a guided tour of the nearby Deir el Qamar, stop for a local lunch in the town square, and explore the magnificent 19th-century Beiteddine Palace.
After pickup in Bierut, drive into the mountains to the Shouf cedar reserve. Walk a gentle trail with your guide and learn about the significance of Lebanon’s cedar forests, which were prized by the ancient Egyptians for building temples and boats.
Next, visit the town of Deir el Qamar, which dates back to the period of the Crusades. Wander the picturesque stone streets and sunny white squares with your guide and stop here for a traditional lunch.
Head to the nearby Beiteddine Palace. Explore the building’s ornate 19th-century architecture, tranquil courtyards and lush gardens. Finally, make your way back to Beirut where your guide will drop you off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Hike through a historic cedar forest prized by the ancient Egyptians
- Wander the scenic stone streets of Deir el Qamar
- Enjoy a traditional Lebanese lunch in a picturesque mountain town
- Learn about the history of the region from a knowledgeable guide
- Explore the Beiteddine Palace and its intricate 19th-century architecture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your guide will be wearing a City Sightseeing uniform and a red scarf.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
