Byblos, Jeita Grotto & Harissa Day Trip -With Lunch
Overview
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8 hours
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Explore the fascinating Lebanese cities of Byblos and Harissa, as well as the world-famous Jeita Grotto, on a full-day trip from Beirut! On this must-do guided tour for any traveler to Lebanon, you'll visit Byblos, one of the oldest cities in the world, and see the impressive Jeita Grotto, one of the most stunning natural wonders on Earth. Discover the rise and fall of nearly two dozen successive civilizations, marvel at the Statue of the Virgin Mary in Harissa and explore one of the richest archeological areas in the country, all in one amazing day!
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: Jeita Grotto will be closed for maintenance from (February 1 to 15)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional Licensed English and French speaking guide (All day Touring)
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Set Menu: Lebanese Mezze, main dish, fruits or dessert with one soft drink.
Pickup and drop-off is included if the guests are staying in Hotels only located within Beirut City (not Hostels, airbnb, or private apartment)
Entrance Fees to all mentioned sites in the Program
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
What To Expect
Jeita Grotto
Visit the lower and the upper cave of Jeita Grotto
Byblos Castle
Visit the castle of byblos and the old Souks
Options
Byblos, Jeita Grotto & Harissa Day Trip -With Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
146 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very successful tour
ninaseoud,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The driver was excellent and the guide very friendly and informed. The jeitta grotto was magical to say the least. The telefrik ride down to junia was an added bonus. Byblos overall was my least favourite. successful day overall and great food.
I would do it again and again
Catherine B,
Jul 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Lebanon for the first time! All 3 sites are incredible, I can’t even rank which one was my favorite. The grotto at Jeitta was unreal, I can’t believe such beauty exists in this world. The tour company is dependable and professional, and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and proud of her Lebanese heritage and history.
A well planned and brilliant experience
Kim,
Mar 7, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing day trip with guide Georgette, who was friendly and very knowledgeable about the history and archaeology of the places we visited. The tour was a good pace - visiting three different places and lunch feels like it might be a lot to squeeze in, but we didn't feel rushed and had a good amount of time at each site (including for photos!) so felt like we made the most of our time. Jeita Grotto was first, with a self-guided tour of the upper grotto and a boat trip in the lower grotto. A very beautiful place but do be aware you are asked to lock your phones/cameras away in lockers to help respect the rules on no photos. Then we went to Harissa/Our Lady of Lebanon (simply breathtaking views, and very peaceful!) and after a cable car ride down to Jounieh drove to Byblos. There Georgette gave us a very informative tour of the citadel before lunch (delicious hot + cold mezze and mixed grill). We were given some free time in Byblos to explore the souks before heading back to Beirut. This felt like a very well planned excursion and Nakhal take care of everything, including picking us up and dropping us off at our hotel at the beginning and end of the day. The tour did not quite last a full day (we arrived back in Beirut at about 4pm) but we were a small English-speaking group so if your group is larger with multiple languages then it might be longer. I would recommend this tour to anyone as it's a great way to see some different iconic sights in Lebanon, and we really enjoyed it!
Poor guiding
seyyahcime,
Jan 26, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Places are amazing to see. However, English pronounciation of the tour guide was very poor, the sound system in tbe vehicle was also very bad. It was hard to hear and understand the information conveyed. Plus, all tour was very information-dense. It should be more interaction-based.
Great!!!
SfromMunich,
Jan 22, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Can I recommend anyone! Very nice and a must if you are in Lebanon! The Guids speak good English!
Unforgettable day
TravelerMaria22,
Jan 21, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Byblos is a place rich in history with ancient ruins, castle, old streets full of beautiful shops and nice restaurants. Jeita Grottos are magnificent and Harissa very implessive with a fantastic view! A must visit! Overall the day trip was unforgettable and I would glandly visit again even though it was our second time there.
Pleasant Experience
OsamaOkby,
Jan 3, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A nice tour for the 3 places and the restaurant after with delicious lebanese food. Friendly tour guide , perfect timing , totally recommend it
Tour of Lebanon
AlfonsoM1779,
Dec 30, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent excursion to know part of Lebanon, the Jeita Grotto and Harissa expectacular and serious to return
superb
Sightseer591507,
Dec 8, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00human and cultural discovery at the top, despite the ongoing events (pacifist demonstration)our stay was pleasant
Great tour led by Romeo!
ns0321,
Nov 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour to see some sights outside of Beirut! Romeo was our tour guide and we had a wonderful time listening to his stories and history of Byblos, Jeita Grotto and Harissa. This tour is a must do when visiting Lebanon and try to ask for Romeo to lead your group!
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