Private Tour

Journey of Faith: Exploring Harissa &St Charbel on a Private Tour

Overview

Available languages

Arabic

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

Embarking on a private tour to Harissa and Saint Charbel is like delving into a tapestry woven with spiritual and cultural threads. Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Lebanon, these sacred sites offer a profound journey for those seeking solace, reflection, and a deeper connection with history and faith. As you traverse through the winding roads and verdant hillsides, you'll uncover the stories of devotion, miracles, and the enduring legacies of these revered destinations. Join me on a pilgrimage of the heart as we explore the timeless beauty and spiritual resonance of Harissa and the sanctuary of Saint Charbel.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private transportation

English Speaking Driver

Hotel Pick up & Drop off

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon

The shrine of our Lady of Lebanon is one of the most important shrines in the world honoring the Virgin Mary and located in Harissa, a key Christian pilgrimage site in Lebanon. The shrine is highlighted by a huge, 15-ton bronze statue of the Immaculate Conception, Mother of God. It is 8.5 m high and has a diameter of five meters. The Virgin Mary stretches her hands towards Beirut overlooking the Bay of Jounieh in one of the most attractive panoramic views in the world.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Churches of Harissa

Harissa is a key Christian pilgrimage site with a shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lebanon The pilgrimage site is a large, 15-ton bronze and a painted white statue of Virgin Mary, known as Our Lady of Lebanon or Notre Dame du Liban, with her arms, stretched. The statue was made at the end of the 19th century and inaugurated in 1908. Inside the statue's base, there is a small chapel. As well, A huge cathedral built of concrete and glass stands adjacent to the statue. Among other churches of various Christian denominations in the vicinity of Harissa are the Byzantine-style, Melkite Greek Catholic basilica of St. Paul, located south of the statue and built between 1948 and 1998, the Apostolic Nunciature (Papal Embassy), as well as the residences of four patriarchs of Eastern Catholic Churches

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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