Exclusive Excursion: Discover Baalbek, Anjar, and Chateau Ksara

Take a day trip from Beirut to Baalbek, one of Lebanon’s most important archaeological sites, all without worrying about transportation. Admire the scenery en route and tour the temples of Jupiter and Baccus and other relics as your guide explains the site’s significance. Then, explore Anjar, an outstanding witness to the Umayyad civilization. Visit after Ksara, one of the most awarded wineries of Lebanon, where you get to know more about winemaking in Lebanon, besides being able to taste from the fruit of its soil.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Temples of Baalbek, Baalbeck Lebanon

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).

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Sayyida Khawla Shrine, Baalbeck Lebanon

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.

Stop At: Stone of the Pregnant Woman, Lebanon

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.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Umayyad Ruins of Aanjar, Anjar Lebanon

The Umayyad Ruins of Aanjar bears outstanding witness to the Umayyad civilization and a good example of an inland commercial centre, at the crossroads of two important routes: one leading from Beirut to Damascus and the other crossing the Bekaa and leading from Homs to Tiberiade. The site of this ancient city was only discovered by archaeologists at the end of the 1940s.
The ruins of Anjar include the walls of the Umayyad palace, harems, a mosque, the great palace of the Caliph, thermal baths, and many pillars which include some elements of the Roman architectural style.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Chateau Ksara, Ksara, Zahle Lebanon

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.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 08:30 AM
Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Free pickup is available from any hotel, Airbnb, or residence in Beirut.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Comfortable Private Transportation
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Tour Leader
• Local guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included

• Lunch
• Gratuities

Facilities