Embark on a private sightseeing tour to Baalbek, Lebanon, and uncover the fascinating history of this ancient city. Explore the magnificent temples with a knowledgeable guide, then indulge in a wine tasting at one of Lebanon’s oldest wineries.
- Temples of Baalbek - The complex of temples at Baalbek is located at the foot of the south-west slope of Anti-Lebanon, bordering the fertile plain of the Bekaa at an altitude of 1150 m. The city of Baalbek reached its apogee during Roman times. Its colossal constructions built over a period of more than two centuries, make it one of the most famous sanctuaries of the Roman world and a model of Imperial Roman architecture. Pilgrims thronged to the sanctuary to venerate the three deities, known under the name of the Romanized Triad of Heliopolis, an essentially Phoenician cult (Jupiter, Venus and Bacchus).
- Sayyida Khawla Shrine - The Mosque of sayeda Khawla in Baalbek, Lebanon is erected on the site where Sayyida Khawla, the daughter of Imam al-Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, is believed to have been buried. People of Baalbek believe that when the caravan of captives of Karbala passed Baalbek, The daughter of Imam al-Hussein, called Khawla passed away and was buried there.
- Stone of the Pregnant Woman - The Stone of the Pregnant Woman is a worked Roman monolith in Baalbek, Lebanon. Together with another ancient stone block nearby, it is among the largest monoliths ever quarried. The two building blocks were presumably intended for the nearby Roman temple complex, and are characterized by a monolithic gigantism that was unparalleled in antiquity.
- Chateau Ksara - Château Ksara is a wine company in The Beqaa Valley Lebanon. Founded in 1857 by Jesuit priests. Château Ksara developed the first dry wine in Lebanon. Château Ksara produces approximately 3 million bottles annually. Its wines are exported to over 40 countries.
- Local Guide in Baalbek
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees to Baalbek site
- Tour leader
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Wine Tasting fees
- Gratuities
Welcome to an enriching journey through Lebanon’s historical and culinary delights! Our all-inclusive private tour invites you to explore two iconic destinations: Baalbek and Ksara.
In Baalbek, discover the monumental Temple of Jupiter and other Roman ruins, accompanied by knowledgeable guides who bring history to life.
Then, venture to Ksara in the Bekaa Valley, where you’ll delve into the art of Lebanese winemaking through guided tastings in historic caves
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
