LEBANON 6 DAYS

LEBANON IN 6 DAYS

Lebanon is a land of rich history, beautiful beaches and striking mountains, with a vibrant Armenian presence of its own. On this six-day journey, we’ll discover some of the country’s most remarkable natural and architectural landmarks, with time to explore at our own pace and relax by the Mediterranean.

In Beirut, we’ll visit the Raouché sea rocks, the National Museum, Zaitunay Bay and the Armenian neighborhood of Bourj Hammoud. Beyond the capital, we’ll explore Baalbek, Byblos, Tripoli, Tyre, Harissa, Anjar and Sidon. We’ll visit the Armenian Catholicosate in Antelias, descend into Jeita Grotto and walk among the Cedars of God. We’ve also kept a few stops as surprises.

From its Hellenistic and medieval sites to its Christian and Arab heritage, Lebanon reveals a different side at every stop. With direct flights from Yerevan and a comfortable hotel in central Beirut or by the Mediterranean, we’ll also have time to enjoy the country’s warm hospitality and world-famous cuisine.

DAY 1 | FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF BEIRUT

Direct flight from Yerevan to Beirut
Zaitunay Bay
Raouché sea rocks
Bourj Hammoud Armenian neighborhood
Overnight in Beirut

We’ll fly directly from Yerevan to Beirut in the first half of the day. The flight takes around two hours. After checking in at our hotel, we’ll take a walk along the Zaitunay Bay waterfront and see the rocks rising from the sea at Raouché, one of Beirut’s best-known landmarks. We’ll also walk through Bourj Hammoud for a first glimpse of everyday life in Armenian Beirut.

DAY 2 | BEIRUT, ANTELIAS, JEITA AND HARISSA

National Museum of Beirut
Antelias · Armenian Catholicosate of the Great House of Cilicia
Jeita Grotto
Harissa · Statue of Our Lady of Lebanon
Free evening and overnight in Beirut

We’ll start at the National Museum of Beirut, where we’ll learn about Lebanon’s history. Then we’ll head to Antelias, the seat of the Armenian Catholicosate of the Great House of Cilicia, and visit its monastery and library. After exploring Jeita Grotto, we’ll head up to Harissa to see the statue of Our Lady of Lebanon and take in the view of the Mediterranean coast. The evening is yours to spend in Beirut.

DAY 3 | BYBLOS, TRIPOLI AND THE CEDARS OF LEBANON

Byblos
Tripoli
Bsharri · Forest of the Cedars of God
Overnight in Beirut

Today takes us from the coast into the mountains. We’ll walk through Byblos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the historic city of Tripoli. Near Bsharri, we’ll visit the Forest of the Cedars of God and see up close the Lebanese cedar, the tree featured on the national flag.

DAY 4 | ARMENIAN ANJAR, CHÂTEAU KSARA AND BAALBEK

Anjar
Historic Château Ksara winery
Baalbek
Overnight in Beirut

In Anjar, we’ll see the ruins of the old city and get to know the Armenian community that calls Anjar home today. We’ll then stop at Château Ksara, one of Lebanon’s best-known wineries. Our final stop is Baalbek, with its ancient temples and massive stone walls.

DAY 5 | SOUTHERN LEBANON · MAGHDOUCHÉ, TYRE AND SIDON

Maghdouché
Tyre · Walk through the city and free time at the beach
Sidon · Walk through the city and visit to the Sea Castle
Overnight in Beirut

We’ll head south to Maghdouché, Tyre and Sidon. After a walk through Tyre, we’ll have free time on the Mediterranean beach. In Sidon, we’ll explore the city and cross the stone causeway to the Sea Castle.

DAY 6 | BEIRUT–YEREVAN

Early in the morning, we’ll transfer to Beirut Airport for our direct flight back to Yerevan.

TOUR PRICE · AMD 549,000

The price includes:

Round-trip airfare on direct Yerevan–Beirut flights, with 23 kg of checked baggage
Services of a Hamshen Tour guide
Services of a local guide
All transportation included in the itinerary
Accommodation in a twin or double room at a 4-star hotel in central Beirut or by the sea
Breakfasts and lunches
All admission fees for sites listed in the itinerary