• Beiteddine Palace - Beiteddine Palace, also known as the ‘House of Faith,’ is a 19th-century palace located in Beiteddine, Lebanon. It is the venue for the annual Beiteddine Festival and houses the Beiteddine Palace Museum. The palace was constructed by Emir Bashir Chehab II, who later ruled the Mount Lebanon Emirate, between 1788 and 1818. After 1840, the Ottomans used it as a government building, and during the French Mandate, it served as a local administrative office. In 1943, it was declared the official summer residence of the president. The palace suffered significant damage during the Lebanese Civil War. Today, parts of it are open to the public, while the rest remains the president’s summer residence. - Deir el Qamar - Deir al-Qamar, meaning ‘Monastery of the Moon,’ is a village situated southeast of Beirut and five kilometers from Beiteddine Palace in the Chouf District of Mount Lebanon. In 1864, Deir El Qamar became the first village in Lebanon to establish a municipality. It is the birthplace of many notable figures, including artists, writers, and politicians. The village was home to people of various religious backgrounds and featured a mosque, synagogue, and Christian churches. In 1860, Deir al-Qamar was destroyed during the civil war between Druze and Christians, during which the town was set on fire. Napoleon III sent a French contingent to rebuild it, reaffirming France’s historical role as the 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 a picturesque appearance with typical stone houses and red tile roofs. - Fakhreddine’s Mosque - Fakhreddine Mosque, with its octagonal minaret, is located in Deir el Qamar, Lebanon. Built in 1493 and restored in the 16th century by Fakhreddine I, it is the oldest mosque in Mount Lebanon. - Saydet El Talle Church - The Church of Saidet et Tallé, translated as Our Lady of the Hill, is one of the most significant historical and religious sites in Deir el Qamar, dating back to the 15th century. Monk Nicolas Smisaati built the church on the ruins of an old Phoenician temple dedicated to the goddess Astarte, which was destroyed by an earthquake in 859. According to the Maronite Heritage website, a legend says that a Druze Emir in Baakline saw a light emanating from the hill of Dar El Kamar. He instructed his soldiers to dig in the land the next morning, saying, ‘If you find an Islamic symbol, build a mosque. If you find a Christian symbol, build a church.’ The soldiers found a rock with a cross on it, and beneath the cross were the moon and Venus, indicating that the site had once been a temple dedicated to the moon and Venus before becoming a church. - Barouk Cedar - Located about 60 kilometers from Beirut, the Shouf Cedar Reserve is the largest nature reserve in Lebanon. It is home to approximately 25% of all cedars in Lebanon. The cedar tree is a national symbol, a source of pride, and is prominently featured on the Lebanese flag.

• Private transportation
• Hotel pick up & drop off
• Tour Leader
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Lunch
• Gratuities

Welcome to our exclusive private tour from Beirut, where history, culture, and nature converge in a captivating journey. Our adventure begins with a visit to the majestic Beiteddine Palace, an architectural gem showcasing intricate mosaics and opulent courtyards. Next, we explore Deir El Qamar, a charming village steeped in history, offering a glimpse into Lebanon’s rich heritage. Finally, we immerse ourselves in the serene beauty of the Chouf Cedars, an ancient forest home to the legendary cedar trees, symbolizing resilience and longevity. Join us for an unforgettable experience through Lebanon’s treasures.

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