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Discovering Lebanon's Heritage: Private Tour to Byblos & Tripoli
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Discovering Lebanon's Heritage: Private Tour to Byblos & Tripoli
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Discovering Lebanon's Heritage: Private Tour to Byblos & Tripoli
Duration: 8 hours
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Highlights
Embark on a journey through the captivating history and vibrant culture of Lebanon with a private tour to Byblos and Tripoli. Nestled along the Mediterranean coast, these ancient cities offer a tapestry of experiences that seamlessly blend the past with the present. From the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, to the bustling markets and historic landmarks of Tripoli, each moment is infused with the rich heritage and diversity of this remarkable region. Join us as we delve into the storied past, explore hidden gems, and uncover the timeless allure of Byblos and Tripoli on an unforgettable private tour tailored to your interests and preferences.
Itinerary
Byblos Castle
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedByblos Castle, a restored 12th-century Crusader castle surrounded by a 10m-wide dry moat is located just inside the Byblos' atmospheric archaeological site that contains the ruins of the Temple of Baalat Gebal and the Temple of the Obelisks. It's an impressive building that offers an excellent perspective over the ruins from the top of its foursquare keep. A series of Bronze Age dwellings is clearly visible below the walls as you look towards the sea. Inside the castle, there's a small museum and a room with information panels outlining the city's history.Old Souk
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeByblos old souk is an old market where tourists can shop for souvenirs and antiques, or simply stroll along the old cobblestone streets and enjoy the architecture.Byblos Port
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeByblos Port is an ancient port in Byblos and is believed by the Lebanese to be the oldest port in the world. Around 3000 BC, Byblos Port was the most important timber shipping center in the eastern MediterraneanTripoli
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeTripoli, In Arabic: Ṭarābulus, city and port, northwestern Lebanon. It lies on the Mediterranean coast at the mouth of the Abu Ali River, 50 miles (80 km) north-northeast of Beirut. Tripoli is the ancient city that dates back to the Phoenician era, and is one of Lebanon's oldest cities, alongside Byblos, Tyre and Sidon. Forty-five buildings in the city, many dating from the 14th century, have been registered as historical sites. Twelve mosques from Mamluke and Ottoman times have survived. Secular buildings include the “hammam” or the bathing-house, the souks, and the “khans”, that form an agglomeration of various trades.Citadel Saint Gilles (Qal'at Sinjil)
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOverlooking Tripoli city is the imposing Citadel of Tripoli known as Qal’at Sinjil (Saint Gilles), which has been renovated and changed many times during its history. Today the castle’s main features are an octagonal Fatimid constructions converted to a church by the Crusaders, some Crusader structures of the 12th-13th centuries, a number of 14th century Mamluke additions, as well as additions made by the Ottomans in the 16th century. The present state of this huge fortress (140 meters long and 70 meters wide) is largely the result of extensive restoration work by Mustafa Barbar Agha, governor of Tripoli at the beginning of the 19th century.Al Mansouri Mosque
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeBegun in 1294 and completed in 1315, the Great Mosque or Al Mansouri Mosque was built on the ruined 12th century Crusader cathedral of St. Mary of the Tower. Its large courtyard is surrounded by a vaulted prayer hall. Inside, one can still see elements of Western architecture from the old church, including the northern entrance and the Lombard style bell tower, which was transformed into the minaret. The many foundation plaques and decrees inscribed in the great Mosque not only inform us about the building but also reveal details of the daily life of the Mamluke period.Taynal Mosque
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeTaynal Mosque is an important mosque built in 1336 by Saif Ed-Dine Taynâl on the site of a ruined Crusader church. The adjoining domed mausoleum holds the tomb of the founder. Some elements of the original structure were re-used in the mosque, for example, the two rows of granite columns with late Roman capitals, which stand in the middle of the first prayer hall. The entrance of the second prayer hall is a unique example of the architectural decoration in Tripoli during the Mamluke era.Souk Al-Harajb
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeTripoli souks are marvelous. They allow visitors to step into a unique, busy and colorful universe and gain insight into centuries old traditions. Meandering through the souks with its lively passageways and small hidden alleys, plentiful smells and plethora of sounds and colors, is like stepping into a theatre filled with fantastic characters, props and stories. There are 9 souks in total in Tripoli: Attareen, Bazerkan, Haddadin, Haraj, Kameh, Koundarjiyeh, Nahhasin, Samak, Sayyaghin. Besides the food souk with plenty of fresh produce as well as meat, fish and much more.Khan Al-Khayyatin
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe Khayyatin Khan is a part of Tripoli Souks, it is a long rectangular building of about 40 by 80 meters with a covered central courtyard and shops on either side. As the name Khan al Khayyatin implies, the khan housed and still houses tailors and other related trades as needles, thread, sewing machines etc.Tripoli Soap Factory Khan el masriyen
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe Khan As Sabon (Soap Khan) was built at the beginning of the seventeenth century. Originally it was intended to serve as a military barracks to garrison Ottoman troops and it was purposely built in the center of the city to enable the pasha to control any uprising. It is a large rectangular structure with two story arcaded corridors running around a fountain courtyard.Hammam al-Jadid
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeHammam Al-Jadid was built around 1740, and called the “New Bath”, it is the largest “hammam” in Tripoli, although it has not been in operation since the 1970’s, its faded grandeur still stirs the imagination.Ezzeddine Hammam
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeHammam Izzed-dine is a public bathing-house was given to Tripoli city by its Mamluke governor 'Izz ed-Dîne Aybak. The governor, who died in 1298, is buried in a mausoleum beside the hammam. The Hammam 'Izz ed-Dîne was in continual use until recently and it is now under restoration.El Mina Port
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAl-Mina is a coastal town in Tripoli. It occupies the location of the old Phoenician city of Tripoli and acts as the harbor city for modern neighboring Tripoli. It has nine islands, four of them have been declared as natural reservations, to help breed fish, and preserve their natural habitat.
What's included
INCLUDED
Private transportation
Tour Leader
Hotel Pick up & Drop off
Air-conditioned vehicle
NOT INCLUDED
Lunch
Gratuities
Additional information
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
Address
Byblos, Lebanon
Provider
Lebanon Daily Tours
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