Jeita Grotto and Byblos: Explore Lebanon's Wonders

Embark on a half-day budget tour to Jeita Grotto and Byblos, where you can explore the fascinating history and natural beauty of Lebanon. Discover the wonders of Jeita Grotto and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Byblos.

Duration: 6 hours
Highlights
  • Jeita Grotto - The Jeita Grotto, a system of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves which have formed over millions of years, is the longest cave complex in the Middle East. It is located 300 metres above sea level and has a height difference of 305 metres.
    The Jeita upper cave has an overall length of 2,130 metres and contains a great concentration of a variety of crystallized formations such as stalactites, stalagmites, columns, mushrooms, ponds, curtains and draperies.
    The lower gallery which has an overall length of 6,200 metres is located 60 metres below the upper gallery. It is traversed by a smooth underwater river and a lake.
  • Byblos - Byblos, one of the oldest Phoenician cities. Inhabited since Neolithic times, it has been closely linked to the legends and history of the Mediterranean region for thousands of years. Byblos is also directly associated with the history and diffusion of the Phoenician alphabet.
  • Byblos Castle - Byblos 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 - Byblos 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 - Byblos 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 Mediterranean
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Tour Leader
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Lebanon’s rich history and natural wonders. Today, we embark on a private tour to Jeita Grotto, a mesmerizing underground cavern, and Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Join us as we explore breathtaking landscapes and delve into centuries of cultural heritage, promising a day filled with awe and discovery.

Location
Jeita Grotto
Valley of the Dog River
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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