Small-Group Adventure Tour to Sidon Tyre & Maghdouche-Day Trip
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore in a full day with the best saving price for this tour ticket, the archaeological site of Sidon, Maghdoucheh & Tyre you will avoid the rush & eliminates the awkwardness of sharing a Big tour bus which give you more time to sight see. Moreover, you are free to create a customized itinerary keeping in mind the tour schedule. You will explore the highlights like the Crusaders sea castle, Sidon old souk, Soap Museum, the great Al-Omari Mosque, Our Lady of Awaiting, Cave, Roman Hippodrome and more.
Additional Info
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
Crusaders Sea Castle
From your hotel in Beirut, with smile you are picked up in the morning at 8:15 am for a day tour. Travelers will explore the ancient Phoenician city of Sidon which it has been of great religious, political and commercial value to the region, it is said to be inhabited since 4000 B.C. Our first visit in Sidon will be to the Crusaders Sea Castle.
Sidon Souks
After that and Between the Sea Castle and the Land Castle ("St. Louis" Castle), there stretch old Souks (markets) that have maintained their beautiful buildings and commercial role. Nearby, a repair process is observed as well as small crafts shops. In the old Souk, there are vaulted alleys that are 14 kilometers long and not far from the Sea Castle is the picturesque vaulted souk of Sidon, where workmen still ply their trades. On the edge of the souk is a traditional coffee house where male clientele meet to smoke the narguileh (water pipe) and drink Turkish coffee. Fishermen sell their latest catch at the market near the port not far from the souk's entrance. As you enter el-Shakiriyya market, there is Debbaneh Palace, where a roofed narrow stairway leads to the internal yard of this old building built in 1721. The building has maintained its Ottoman Arab architectural features.
What‘s Included
Brief Explanation about each Site.
Bottled water
Experienced English Speaker Local Group Leader
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Lunch
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Monday Special offer
Pick up and drop off included
Duration: 8 hours
Restaurant stop
Same Rout
Pickup included
Small Group-Max 9 Travelers
Pickup included
Reviews
48 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommended tour of Sidon and Tyre
George W,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyable and very interesting tour. The driver was very kind and flexible with times. We liked the Sidon sea castle and the ruins at Tyre, particularly the Hippodrome.
The beauty of the South - a day trip full of emotions
genisas2025,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked this tour with Lebanon Local Tour with Harake as a tour guide and it was absolutely incredible. We visited Sidon and Tyre and the experience was rich of history and hidden gems. We also got the chance to visit the Souk were we found amazing people selling their local products. The south of Lebanon is so rich in terms of history and cultural heritage; people were simply amazing - so kind, welcoming and generous. We had also the chance to visit Maghdouche - Our Lady of Mantara (Awaiting Church) - a place full of emotions and positive feelings. Our tour guide Harake was incredible. I don't have enough words to explain how kind, respectful, positive and gentle he was. He helped us out throughout the whole day and was always available for every request we had. He told us precious info about the history of Lebanon and everyday life experiences and explained us each site we visited. I cannot thank him enough about the day we spent together and I highly reccomend him as a guide because he was a true positive resource.
Best tour of south Lebanon
Yasin H,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a wonderful day touring South Lebanon with Harake! He took us to Sidon and Tyre, gave us plenty of time to explore, shop, and enjoy walking by the shore. He was so patient, kind, and thoughtful — even bought us coffee along the way! Overall, a lovely person and an excellent guide. Highly recommended!
Short changed
Jazmin G,,Jun 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00The sights were great but our supposed to be tour guide only acted only as a driver. He did not really provide any tour guiding in Tyre archeologigal sights and Sidon sea castle. He just drove us to the sights and we walked by ourselves in Tyre archeological sights and Sidon sea castle. Our contract was for an English speaking tour guide not an English speaking driver. He was also going to omit some sights which were in the program and he insisted they were not included. So i showed him what i copied from viator ad - Dubane Museum. Eventually he did but we had to retrace our steps as we passed it completely. He did not bring us to the Franj hotel and and Grand Al oman mosque. He just pointed it to us from the street. He walked with us to the souk, soap museum and the magdouche basilica but just walked with us. No commentaries or tour guiding given.
Authentic and relaxing in South Lebanon
848dimitrist,,Oct 15, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked very last minute a tour with Lebanon Local Tour and they were kind enough to assist us. We did a daily tour to Sidon and Tyre, with Ahmed as our driver. While he didn't speak too much English, he was an excellent driver, super friendly and a great company for our daily trip. There was lots of flexibility around the schedule, we could take all the time we needed to enjoy everything we saw at our own pace, while not missing any of the must see spots. He showed us around in the market of Sidon, helped us buy delicious food from street posts and nice souvenirs. Thank you again for helping us have an authentic and comfortable day around the south of Lebanon. Greetings from Spain!
Very good tour
Natalia M,,Oct 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was great! It was just me and Ali my tour guide, he was on time, very professional and made sure I enjoy it to the fullest and at my own pace. I visited many interesting sites, including an ancient Bath with some art. We talked a lot and he answered all my questions. I'm pleased with the experience and with Ali. Thank you!
Nice day to visit these places
Nalla S,,Sep 7, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice stay visiting all these sites. Our guide was very kind and nice. The dinner was also very good.
Visit to Al Mina Ruins in Tyre
Gaby85,,Jun 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just a five - minute drive from the Hippodrome are the seaside Al Mina ruins. The bulk of the Roman ruins are a series pf columns on the seafront. You can pay 120,000 LBP to walk through this beautiful ancient site and take some amazing pictures. The site is open daily from 8;30 am until sunset.
South Lebanon
Toivo J,,Apr 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Several historical and cultural places in one trip (souks, castles, ancient ruins, places of worship etc). Great views. Easy transfers between them. No problems.
Transport service - not a tour
Eva E,,Mar 31, 2023
- Review from Viator
2.00The driver has been very friendly and very polite and eager to answer all my questions however the service I have received it's a transport service and not a guided tour there is no experienced leader as written in thr tour description I booked a small group tour and I was only myself it didn't worth the 90 euros I have paid the description of the tour is misleading
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