Private Baalbek, Anjar & Ksara Winery Day Trip from Beirut
Description
Discover the best of Lebanon and visit some of the most cherished monuments on a tour in the Bekaa valley region. Get picked up from your hotel in Beirut's city center for an easy journey and spend your time exploring two UNESCO World Heritage Site. Baalback is one of the finest examples of Imperial Roman architecture and Anjar is a good testimony to the Umayyad civilization. Learn more about Lebanon wines while sampling a selection of one red, one white, and one rosé at Ksara, the largest and most famous winery in Lebanon.
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Your day begins with a door-to-door pickup from your Beirut hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle — no shared buses, no waiting for strangers. From the moment you're collected, your dedicated guide is focused entirely on your group, ready to answer questions, adapt the pace, and make the day feel genuinely personal.
Your first stop is the Umayyad ruins of Anjar, one of Lebanon's four UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the least-visited ancient cities in the Middle East. Built in the early 8th century, its grid of colonnaded streets, palaces and bathhouses offers a rare window into early Islamic civilization — largely intact and remarkably atmospheric in the early morning quiet.
Nothing quite prepares you for Baalbek. The Temple of Jupiter is one of the largest Roman temples ever constructed — its six remaining columns standing 22 meters tall, each one the height of a six-story building. What sets this tour apart is that you'll explore the site with a specialist on-site archaeologist, not simply a standard tour guide. This means you leave understanding not just what you're looking at, but why it matters — the engineering mysteries, the layered civilizations, the stories that most visitors never hear. Guests consistently describe this as the highlight of their entire trip to Lebanon.
Midday brings you to Zahle, the capital of the Bekaa Valley, draped along the banks of the Bardawni River. Here you'll sit down to a traditional Lebanese spread — fresh mezze, grilled meats, seasonal salads, and the local specialty sfiha Baalbekieh, small open meat pastries that have been baked in the Bekaa Valley for centuries. Our guests regularly tell us this lunch is one of the best meals of their entire trip to Lebanon. Lunch is at your own expense, but the restaurant is handpicked by us and the experience is included in your day.
Your afternoon ends at Chateau Ksara, founded in 1857 and the oldest and most celebrated winery in Lebanon. You'll descend into the ancient Roman cave cellars — two kilometres of tunnels carved into the rock — before sitting down to a guided tasting of Ksara's flagship wines. It's a fittingly relaxed and sensory close to a day that has taken you across three thousand years of history.
This is not a group tour. Your vehicle, your guide, and your itinerary belong entirely to your group. If you want to spend longer at Baalbek, you can. If you want to make an extra stop — the Sayyida Khawla Shrine, the Roman stone quarry, a local souvenir workshop — just ask. Our guides have deep roots in the Bekaa Valley and genuine passion for sharing it. Many guests leave feeling they've made a friend, not just taken a tour. Door-to-door hotel pickup is included from all hotels across Beirut. Entrance fees to the sites and wine tasting costs are payable on the day.
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We pick up travelers from any Hotel, Airbnb or Residence in Beirut
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(61)
This tour started in Anjar as a taste of the next stop which is Baalbek. Baalbek is just extraordinary & Charbel the Archiologist was extremely knowledgeable with a brilliant sense of humour. Lunch was in Zahle which was one of the best meals I have ever had, dips, meats, salads & fresh seasonal fruit. The day ended with a visit to Ksara Winery 🍷 A great day and Albert our guide was absolutely fantastic with looking after us , driving carefully, commentary and kindness.
I had the absolute pleasure of being guided to Baalbek by two incredible individuals who made my experience in Lebanon unforgettable. Starting from my hotel at the Royal Tulip in Beirut, Albert, the driver and guide, went above and beyond in every possible way. He was the kindest gentleman I’ve ever met—so knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in ensuring I had an enriching experience. Albert spent the entire day answering all my questions, no matter how small, with remarkable depth and insight about Lebanon’s history, culture, and landmarks. His guidance and advice were invaluable, and I cannot imagine experiencing the beauty of Lebanon without his expert and sage knowledge. Not only did Albert and the team make sure I felt completely safe and cared for throughout the journey, but they also went the extra mile to show me unique souvenir shops, ensuring I got the best deals and didn’t miss a single highlight along the road. Their attention to detail and commitment to creating a perfect experience were unparalleled. Beyond being incredible guides, these two were genuinely good-hearted people with whom I felt an instant connection. I walked away not just with amazing memories but with friends for life. I cannot recommend this tour and these exceptional individuals highly enough. If you’re visiting Lebanon, this is an experience you absolutely must have.
Thank you for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled to hear that Albert made your Baalbek experience so memorable and enriching. Your kind words truly mean a lot, and we’re grateful for the connection you felt. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in Lebanon! 😊
We had an incredible experience on our Guided Private Full Day Tour to Baalbek. From the moment we were picked up from the airport, everything was seamless. Our guide, Albert, was outstanding. His knowledge of Baalbek’s history was impressive, and his perfect English made the tour even more enjoyable. We felt very safe throughout the journey, and Albert’s passion and expertise truly made our day special. He also took his for a phenomenal lunch! We highly recommend this tour and Albert as a guide for anyone visiting Lebanon.
Lucy was a great host and tour guide. Giving us the important historical information as well as pointing out things we should be looking out for. She was very considerate and friendly. I felt safe throughout the tour despite recent troubles on the road. There were eight others our tour and it was just the right size.
The driver is the best. He was very professional, and his driving was very safe. He was always on time!
Very professional. The driver was very nice. Always on time and it was really easy to meet up. I recommend
Our driver’s name was Mike, he was really professional and friendly. He also had a lot of knowledge about Baalbek.
If you are searching for a relaible and knowledgable tour company, stop searching. We had an excellent experience with Lebanon Tours and Travels. On our private full day trip to Baalbek, Anjar and Chateau Ksara our Guide was Pierre. He is an excellent, engaging guide who adds a lot to your experience. The communication was perfect, pick up time on the dot. Restaurant recommended was excellent and low cost. The trip itself is already worth your whole trip to Lebanon. Anjar is a beautiful historical site of the Umayyads (8th century) in Roman style. Baalbek is superb, one of the best Roman temple complexes in the world. Chateau Ksara at the end was fine, but a bit in a rush (by Chateau Ksara not by the guide). We really enjoyed this magnificent trip.
Dear Martine: Thank you for choosing Lebanon Tours and Travels for your trip to Baalbek, Anjar, and Chateau Ksara. We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with us. Pierre is indeed a knowledgeable and engaging guide who enhances the overall experience. We appreciate your positive feedback on our communication, punctuality, and the restaurant recommendation. It's wonderful to know that you found Anjar to be a beautiful historical site and Baalbek to be one of the best Roman temple complexes in the world. We apologize for any rush experienced at Chateau Ksara, and we'll take note of your feedback to improve the overall experience. Thank you for choosing us and sharing your positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back for more magnificent trips in Lebanon!
The guide and itinerary was excellent. The tour guide Ms Rita was excellent, so helpful and explained everything so nicely. Must visit place
Beautiful day! Guided tour to some of Lebanon’s most beautiful gems, accompanied by Albeir, a perfectly French-speaking guide, very attentive, and who, beyond his perfect knowledge of the sites visited, knew how to explain Lebanon’s history, its political and religious news, and convey his passion for his country. Thanks again for everything Albeir!!!
