Private Tour

Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & st Charbel

Overview

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Arabic

English

8 hours

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On this tour from Beirut, you will be traveling to Jeita Grotto, nominated as one of the new seven wonder of the world and you will discover two of Lebanon's holiest sites; The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, a Marian shrine and a pilgrimage site that draws millions of faithful both Christians and Muslims from all over the world and the Monastery of Saint Charbel, a Maronite monk and priest from Lebanon that during his life, St Charbel obtained a wide reputation for holiness and he has been canonized by the Catholic Church. He is known among Lebanese Christians for his miraculous healings in answer to prayers said at his tomb.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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 meters above sea level and has a height difference of 305 meters. The Jeita upper cave has an overall length of 2,130 meters 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 meters, is located 60 meters below the upper gallery. It is traversed by a smooth underwater river and a lake.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Included

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

What‘s Included

Tour Leader

Hotel Pick up & drop off

Air-conditioned vehicle

Comfortable Private Transportation

Lunch

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