• Beiteddine Palace - Known as the ‘House of Faith,’ Beiteddine Palace is a 19th-century architectural marvel located in Beiteddine, Lebanon. It is the venue for the annual Beiteddine Festival and houses the Beiteddine Palace Museum. Constructed by Emir Bashir Chehab II, who later ruled the Mount Lebanon Emirate, the palace was built between 1788 and 1818. Post-1840, it served as a government building under Ottoman rule and later as a local administrative office during the French Mandate. In 1943, it was designated as the official summer residence of the president. Although it suffered significant damage during the Lebanese Civil War, parts of the palace are now open to the public, while the remainder continues to serve as the president’s summer residence.
• Deir el Qamar - Deir al-Qamar, translating to “Monastery of the Moon,” is a charming village situated southeast of Beirut, just five kilometers from Beiteddine Palace in the Chouf District of Mount Lebanon. In 1864, it became the first village in Lebanon to establish a municipality and is the birthplace of numerous notable figures, including artists, writers, and politicians. The village was home to people of various religious backgrounds, featuring a mosque, synagogue, and Christian churches. In 1860, Deir al-Qamar was devastated during the civil war between Druze and Christians, during which the town was set ablaze. Napoleon III dispatched a French contingent to rebuild it, reaffirming France’s historical role as protector of Christians in the Ottoman Empire, as established by a treaty in 1523. In 1864, Deir el-Qamar elected the first municipality in the Arab provinces of the Ottoman Empire. The village retains its picturesque charm with traditional stone houses topped with red tile roofs.
• Fakhreddine’s Mosque - Fakhreddine Mosque, featuring an octagonal minaret, is located in Deir el Qamar, Lebanon. Originally built in 1493 and restored in the 16th century by Fakhreddine I, it stands as the oldest mosque in Mount Lebanon.
• Saydet El Talle Church - The Church of Saidet et Tallé, also known as Our Lady of the Hill, is a significant historical and religious landmark in Deir el Qamar, dating back to the 15th century. Monk Nicolas Smisaati constructed a church on the site over the remnants of an ancient Phoenician temple dedicated to the goddess Astarte, which was later destroyed by an earthquake in 859. According to the Maronite Heritage website, “the legend says that there was a Druze Emir in Baakline observing the hill of Dar El Kamar. He saw a light emanating from the hill and instructed his soldiers to dig in the land the next morning. He told them: ‘If you find an Islamic symbol, build a mosque. If you find a Christian symbol, build a church.’ In the morning, the soldiers discovered a rock with a cross on it, and beneath the cross were the moon and Venus. This indicated that in the distant past, there was a temple dedicated to the moon and Venus, which later became a church.”
• Sidon - Sidon, one of the most ancient Phoenician cities, was established in the 3rd millennium BC and flourished in the 2nd. Renowned for its purple dyes and glassware, Sidon was visited by Jesus. During the Crusades, Sidon frequently changed hands and was repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt.
• Crusaders Sea Castle - The Sidon Sea Castle, constructed by the Crusaders in the 13th century on a small island connected to the mainland by a causeway, served as a fortress of the Holy Land. It is one of the most notable historical sites in the port city of Sidon, Lebanon. The castle was largely destroyed by the Mamluks in 1291 and was later restored by Fakhr el-Dine Maan II in the early 17th century. Historical prints depict the fortress as a structure of great beauty, though little remains of the embellishments that once adorned its ramparts.
• Khan al-Franj - Khan al-Franj is a major attraction in Sidon. Built in the early 17th century by Emir Fakhreddine II, it served as a hotel for ambassadors and a hub for commercial exchange between Lebanon and France. The hotel quickly became a center for literature, religion, history, industry, and diplomacy, fostering culture and civilization. It is a typical khan with a large rectangular courtyard and a central fountain surrounded by covered galleries.
• Sidon Souks - The souk of Sidon is the heart of all retail and craft industry activities. It is a labyrinth of narrow alleyways filled with small kiosks, shops, cafes, street vendors, butchers, grocers, shoemakers, tailors, and jewelers.

• Hotel Pick up & Drop off
• Private transportation
• Tour Leader
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Lunch
• Gratuities

Escape the bustling streets of Beirut and embark on a captivating journey through Lebanon’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes with our exclusive Private Full-Day Tour to Beiteddine, Deir El Qamar, and Sidon. Immerse yourself in the charm of these ancient cities as you explore magnificent palaces, wander through picturesque streets lined with traditional architecture, and uncover the secrets of Lebanon’s storied past. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this personalized experience promises an unforgettable adventure filled with cultural discovery and awe-inspiring sights. Join us as we delve into the heart of Lebanon’s heritage on a journey that transcends time.

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