Lebanon - Beirut Tour package (06 Days)

Day01

Beirut

Lebanon declared independence in 1943 and Beirut became the first capital of the country, Beirut is one of the oldest cities in the world which is still livable & populated. Beirut is the largest city with main Sea Port of Lebanon with approximately population 400000 in city limits and around 02 million habitants including suburbs, the city is located on a peninsula at the midpoint of Lebanon's Mediterranean coast at the foot of the Lebanon Mountains. Beirut has deep roots in history and the known history goes back to 5000 years, it was a proud part of many civilizations including Phoenician, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Ottomans. It’s rich history still reflects in city’s infrastructure. Several pre historical buildings were found under the buildings of new Beirut in recent era and were saved using the most ultra-techniques.

Beirut has been destroyed several times by earthquakes & natural disasters, faced great problems because of foreign rages and attacks by famous kings but after every such difficult time; Beirut rises up with more prosperity than before. In 1975 civil war broke out in Lebanon because of the presence of several foreign militant groups in Lebanon including PLO, Hizbollah, Syrian forces and Israeli Terrorist groups and for next 02 decades Beirut became one of the most dangerous city of region, with more than 60000 deaths in first 02 years of civil war. Since starting of new millennium things becoming better after the last Syrian troops left from Lebanon in 2005, Lebanon is reclaiming its tourist charm & position and getting tourist from all over the world, The city is considered a safe tourist spot again and chances of terrorism are minimal.

The Mayflower Hotel

Yafet Street, Hamra, 1103 Beirut, Lebanon 03 Star Tourist Class Hotels

Location:

Down Town / Al Hamra Street 10 km to Beirut Rafic Hariri Airport 02 min walk to Al Hamra Street 01 Minute walk to Coop Super Market 07 Minutes’ walk to Scuba Station Beirut 01 km from American University 06 km to Beirut National Museum 05 km to Beirut International Exhibition & Leisure Center This Hotel is centrally situated in the heart of Beirut down town near Al Hamra Street, it offers easy access to the all tourist attractions in Beirut and all over the Lebanon. The Hotel located in a narrow and congested road with hundreds of shops & dining outlet, because of being in Al Hamra area you get many money changers, restaurants & bars at walking distance, including high class shopping malls and food area

General

The Mayflower hotel is a medium rise old building, This 03 Star traditional hotel offers taste of Lebanese hospitality, Staff of the hotel available 24 hour, front desk assist with car rental and offer a ticket facility for local tourist attractions. This property has a Medium Sized Lobby & Feature Amenities like Business Center Meeting Room/ Conference Room, Wi-Fi in public Areas, offers round trip airport shuttle and Audio Equipment’s. Recreational amenities include outdoor swimming pool and a Bar Lounge. Additional property amenities include a rooftop terrace, a library, and valet parking. There is a market near by the hotel from there guest can also find their daily goods easily mostly couples like the location of the hotel. Public transport including taxis easily available at the hotel entrance

Rooms

All rooms at this hotel are simply comfortable and come with basic amenities, all rooms equipped with coffee/ Tea Makers, Climate Control, satellite TV and a DVD player. Certain rooms have an attached living space with a sofa. You may request for Iron / Ironing board in your room by contacting reception

Restaurant

There is an on-site restaurant located at the top of Building Features beautiful views of the city & serves traditional Lebanese cuisine. The other dining hall located at the lowest level of hotel which serves a delicious and worthy daily buffet breakfast until 10 am.

Bed Rooms

Total Number of Rooms: 84

Room Facilities

Air conditioned, Heating, Bathrobes, Hairdryer, Safety Deposit Box, Flat-screen TV, Coffee/Tea maker, Wi-Fi, In- room, Refrigerator, Mini Bar, Iron / Ironing board (on request), Few Rooms with Balcony, Voltage 220 v.

Hotel Facilities

Earliest check-in at 14:00, Porterage 24 hour, Mini-market, smoking area, Currency exchange, 24-hour front Desk, Fax/photocopying, Elevator, lift, Luggage storage, Concierge services, BBQ Facilities, Outdoor Furniture, Non Smoking Rooms, Car Hire, 03 Lifts. Rest of the day is Free to explore the surrounding on your own

Day 02

Half Day Beirut City Tour

Starting Point: Hotel Lobby

Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon with a population of over 24 Lacs (2.4 million approx.), Beirut is the city with a historical past. This city offers astonishing views and experiences Beirut´s history goes back more than 5,000 years. The culture of Beirut has evolved under the influence of many civilizations and peoples, including Phoenician, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Ottomans.it is centrally located in the down town area Beirut conveys a sense of life and energy that is immediately apparent, you will pass by the Cornich, have a view over the Pigeon's Grotto, Twin Rocks of Raouché than visit downtown Beirut, as you discover the important religious & cultural sights observe how mosque & churches are present insight Beirut with a Muslim past, You will also visit the National Museum of Beirut which has an interesting collection of ancient pieces, covering about 60 centuries of history & this considered to be an important historical treasure house, Presenting Lebanon's long history at your very sight.

Includes

Transportation, entrance to the National Museum of Beirut and services of a local guide at the museum

Please Note

Your pick up time will be within 30 minutes of the time shown on your voucher; our supplier will contact you at your hotel the day prior to the tour to reconfirm the actual pick up time. Also Note that some part of this tour can be enjoyed by foot walk (Tramp) only, please be prepared for a walking during old city area visit.

Additional Information:

This tour is operated in Air Conditioned Vehicles. On the Conclusion of tour you will be drive back to Hotel, rest of the day is free to spend on your own.

Day 03

Jeita, Harissa & Byblos Tour

On this exciting trip you will visit amazing Jeita Grotto which is known as one of the oldest towns in the world & also known for its most stunning natural wonders. Jeita Grotto contains on two separate level caves located in same mountain, they are separate by two entrances but yet interconnected, these caves were discovered in the 19th Century.

The Upper cave contains lime stone deposits which turned these lime rocks into different wonderful shapes and design with impact of flowing water for hundreds of centuries, the lower Cave contains a river which channels inside the mountain and short boat ride in this river included in your tour

Please Note

Your pick up time will be within 30 minutes of the time shown on your voucher; our supplier will contact you at your hotel the day prior to the tour to reconfirm the actual pick up time.

Additional Information

This tour is operated in Air-conditioned vehicles. On the Conclusion of tour you will be drive back to Hotel, rest of the day is free to spend on your own.

Day 04

After breakfast, you are free to explore the city on your own.

Day 05

Baalbek, Ksara & Anjar Tour

On this tour you will visit the Baalbek the largest Nobel temple ever built in the world. The cities of Baalbek and Anjar are famous mainly for their superb, excellently preserved ancient sites, such as Heliopolis and the Umayyad Ruins. The fertile valley located towards east of Beirut contains many archeological wonders. The temple is also considered as one of Lebanon's greatest Roman treasures among the wonders of the ancient world. The Greeks identified the god of Baalbek with the Sun god and the city is called Heliopolis or City of the Sun. You will stop for lunch (lunch is under your own arrangement) before continuing. This tour also includes visit to the Ksara winery where you get to taste the very pleasant Lebanese wines and anis flavored Arak.

This day tour also includes a visit to the unique eighth century Omayyad site of Anjar (or Aanjar).Your tour concludes at the recently excavated ruins of Anjar which dates back to the Umayyad-period and has been excavated only 40 years ago. You will return to Beirut having absorbed views of ancient archeological landmarks & learned how the Bekaa valley plays a key role in Lebanon’s economy today.

Includes

Transportation by air-conditioned coach, entrances to Baalbek and Anjar, wine tasting and local guide.

Please Note

Your pick up time will be within 30 minutes of the time shown on your voucher; our supplier will contact you at your hotel the day prior to the tour to reconfirm the actual pick up time.

Additional Information

This tour is operated in air conditioned vehicles. On the Conclusion of tour you will be drive back to Hotel, rest of the day is free to spend on your own.

Day 06

!!!!! End of tour!!!!!

Tour Includes: -

Visa Airport Pick & Drops Accommodation in Star Class Hotel Daily Breakfast City Tour of Beirut Full day Tour of Jeita, Harrisa and Byblos Full day Tour of Aanjar, Ksara & Baalbek Transport in Private A/C Vehicle