Private Tour
Private Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Tour from Beirut
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Three of Lebanon's most extraordinary destinations — one private, unhurried day from Beirut. This tour takes you south along the ancient Phoenician coast to Sidon, one of the oldest cities in the world, then further to Tyre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Roman ruins of staggering scale survive by the sea, before climbing to Maghdouché — a hilltop sanctuary where Christian tradition holds that the Virgin Mary herself once waited.
In Sidon you will walk the medieval Sea Castle, explore the world's only soap museum, wander the old souks, and stand in the grand courtyard of Khan el Franj — the Silk Road caravanserai built for European merchants. In Tyre you will walk the length of one of the largest Roman hippodromes ever built and stroll the ancient port before lunch. In Maghdouché you will visit the cave where Our Lady of Mantara — Our Lady Who Waits — is venerated by Christians and Muslims alike.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Beirut
9:00 AM — Departure from Beirut Your private English-speaking driver collects you from your Beirut hotel and heads south along the Mediterranean coastal highway — the ancient Phoenician road that once connected the greatest trading cities of the ancient world.
Crusaders Sea Castle
Begin at Sidon's most iconic landmark — a 13th-century Crusader fortress built on a small island just off the coast, connected to the shore by a narrow stone causeway. As you walk through its towers and vaulted halls, your driver-guide recounts the dramatic story of the Crusader occupation, the Mamluk sieges, and the Phoenician harbour that once made Sidon one of the most powerful trading cities of the ancient Mediterranean world. The sea views from the ramparts are among the finest on the Lebanese coast.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water throughout
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
Informative commentary at every stop
Private air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking driver with local knowledge throughout
Lunch in Tyre (optional — at own expense)
Gratuities (optional )
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
PRIVATE TOUR
Lunch & Tickets not included: Please note this option does not include the Lunch and tickets. This cost goes on your own. Pickup included
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