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15 Private Tours in Lebanon Worth Booking

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Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Jeita Grotto,Harissa&Byblos Full-Day PRIVATE-CAR Trip from Beirut - Leaving Beirut at 8:30 a.m.
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Jeita Grotto,Harissa&Byblos Full-Day PRIVATE-CAR Trip from Beirut

1.Jeita Grotto,Harissa&Byblos Full-Day PRIVATE-CAR Trip from Beirut

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · from $75Our pick

Leave Beirut at 8:30 a.m. with a private English-speaking driver such as Harake, Ali, or Ziad. Visit the Jeita Grotto, Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, ride the cable car if operating, then walk Byblos port, castle, and souk. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“Jeita grotto is out of this world. It’s a must see place. Byblos old city have lots of history and the souk is fun to walk there and buy souvenirs.”

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Private Anjar and Baalbek Tour from Beirut with Departure Ticket - Anjar’s orderly Umayyad city
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Private Anjar and Baalbek Tour from Beirut with Departure Ticket

2.Private Anjar and Baalbek Tour from Beirut with Departure Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · from $75

Travel from Beirut by private air-conditioned car to Anjar and Baalbek, with time to explore at your own pace. Your driver, such as Ali or Harake, shares local context and handles the route. Admission fees are separate, lunch is extra, and a one-way airport transfer voucher is included.

“We booked the night before and everything was very smooth, Harake is a great driver and guide, he shared a lot of very interesting information and tips to get around the country. By far the best tour we've had in Lebanon, not only the archeological sites are amazing but even the lunch was memorable”

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Guided Private Full Day Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Chateau Ksara - Baalbek and the Heliopolis sanctuary
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Guided Private Full Day Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Chateau Ksara

3.Guided Private Full Day Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Chateau Ksara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $100

Leave Beirut in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for Baalbek’s Roman temples, Anjar’s Umayyad ruins, and Chateau Ksara’s cave winery. A professional guide such as Albert or Georgette leads the day, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Entry fees, wine tasting, and lunch cost extra.

“We had a great day exploring Anjar, Baalbek and Chateau Ksara. Our guide and driver Albert was very knowledgeable and flexible throughout the day. I would certainly recommend this trip.”

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Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos with Lunch - Inside Jeita Grotto, Lebanon’s great cave complex
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Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos with Lunch

4.Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $55

Spend eight hours traveling from Beirut to Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos in a minivan for up to 10 people. Expect cave formations, a cable-car ride, coastal views, a Crusader castle, and lunch. Guides such as Albert, Fadi, and Hassan have led departures.

“Bonne organisation. On s'est senti bien pris en charge. Les grottes sont magnifiques. Dommage que nous n'ayons pas pu visiter les grottes inférieures. Trés bonne guide à Byblos.”

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PRIVATE city Tour of authentic Tripoli and vibrant Batroun - Walking through Tripoli’s old souks
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PRIVATE city Tour of authentic Tripoli and vibrant Batroun

5.PRIVATE city Tour of authentic Tripoli and vibrant Batroun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $113

Join Dave or David from DAVE LEBANON DMC for a 6 to 7 hour private-style trip from Beirut to Tripoli and Batroun. Expect hotel pickup, a small group of up to 15, Tripoli’s old souks, Saint Gilles Citadel, Hallab 1881 sweets, and Batroun’s Phoenician wall.

“Most of the triip was spent in the northern lebanese town of Tripoli, which has it's own distinct atmosphere, much more authentic and untouristy, unlike the very international feel of Beirut. There was a little walking involved in quite ht temeraturRead more”

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Private Guided Tour to Jeita Grotto through Harissa and Byblos - The Harissa cable car adds a little fun
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Private Guided Tour to Jeita Grotto through Harissa and Byblos

6.Private Guided Tour to Jeita Grotto through Harissa and Byblos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $75

Leave Beirut in a private air-conditioned vehicle for Jeita Grotto, ride the Harissa cable car above Jounieh Bay, and explore Byblos Castle, souks, and port. A guide such as Hassane, Ahmad, Albert, or Hussein may lead the day, but names vary. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“I went to Jeida grotto, Byblos and Bartroun with Hassan. He picked me up at 12.30 and we got back at 7pm, including an ice-cream stop at the best spot! At $160 it was expensive but saw part of Lebabon outside Beirut which i would not have Read more”

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New Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos - Harissa and the view over Jounieh Bay
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New Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos

7.New Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $55

From Beirut, this guided day trip combines Jeita Grotto’s caves, Harissa’s mountain views and cable car, and Byblos’ port, Crusader castle, and old souk. Guides such as Ali and Harake provide site explanations and local help. Hotel pickup, transport, and optional lunch make the day simple, though entrance fees may cost extra.

“This was a very well planned excursion to visit a couple of most interesting sites in Lebanon. But what made it the best was the guide Mr Harake. We was very knowledgeable, had complete control of time, great attitude to answer any kind of questions and good driver. Totally recommend”

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From Beirut: Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Private Day Tour - Nahr el-Kalb, where Lebanon’s roads tell a long story
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From Beirut: Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Private Day Tour

8.Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 9 - 10 hours

Travel from Beirut in a private air-conditioned SUV with Joe or Joseph, an English and French-speaking driver-guide. Visit Jeita Grotto, Byblos, Harissa, and optional Saint Charbel, Batroun, wineries, or beach stops at your own pace.

“The guide, Joe, is a great guy. He is punctual and reliable. He helped me with some practical matters as well as showing me around and answering many questions about Lebanon. Highly recommended! I hope I‘ll be back someday.”

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PRIVATE Beirut Historical Walking Half Day Tour - Walking through Solidere and rebuilt central Beirut
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PRIVATE Beirut Historical Walking Half Day Tour

9.PRIVATE Beirut Historical Walking Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $93

This private 3 to 4-hour Beirut tour pairs the National Museum with a guided walk through Solidere, Martyrs’ Square, the Roman baths, Beirut Souks, and major religious landmarks. Guide Dave or David adds personal insight into Lebanon’s turbulent past, with hotel pickup, a drive to Raouche, and Pigeon Rocks included.

“It was really an amazing experience. Me and my husband had a feeling that we visited old friend in Beirut, spending very pleasant afternoon enjoying Beirut downtown. David is a great guide. He is very professional, has a wide range of knowleRead more”

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Full-Day Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa and Byblos - Jeita Grotto, where water built a cathedral of stone
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Full-Day Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa and Byblos

10.Full-Day Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa and Byblos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $50

Travel from Beirut in a private, air-conditioned car with a tour leader to Jeita Grotto, Harissa and Byblos. See vast limestone caves, ride the Telepherique above Jounieh Bay, visit Our Lady of Lebanon, and walk through Phoenician ruins, a Crusader castle, the old souk and ancient port.

“We had a fab day with our guide. He is very helpful, giving stuggestions and telling us all about his beautiful country. The tour was great. Stunning views, and the itinerary and times were perfect for us. Definitely recommend this!”

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Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers - One hour in the home kitchen with Amal and her mother
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Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers

11.Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $142

Meet Amal and her family in Aramoun, a suburb outside Beirut, for a private three-hour cooking class. Prepare Lebanese dishes with Amal and her mother, use herbs and vegetables from the family garden, then sit down for lunch with drinks and hotel pickup included.

“From the beginning to the end a memorable and wonderful experience. Such a lovely and warmhearted family, three generations together made their guests feel so welcome over great local food and drinks. Regardless of the horrible weather outside we sat by the firRead more”

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Private Tour: Anjar, Baalbek and Ksara Day Trip from Beirut - Anjar’s Umayyad Ruins in One Hour
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Private Tour: Anjar, Baalbek and Ksara Day Trip from Beirut

12.Private Tour: Anjar, Baalbek and Ksara Day Trip from Beirut

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $187

Travel by private minivan from Beirut to Anjar, Baalbek, and Chateau Ksara. Your guide explains the Umayyad ruins and the temples of Jupiter and Bacchus, then leads a winery visit with tasting. Hotel pickup is available if selected, and the day can be adjusted to suit your group.

“Had a private tour with Suzanne and a driver, went extremely well showed and explained many great sites around the Bekka Valley had a really excellent time”

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Lebanon: Beirut, Jeita Grotto, Byblos Private Tour and Lunch - Inside Jeita Grotto: stone, water, and cool air
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Lebanon: Beirut, Jeita Grotto, Byblos Private Tour and Lunch

13.Beirut, Jeita Grotto, Byblos Private Tour and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 16 reviews · 7 hours · from $150

From Beirut, visit Jeita Grotto, ride the cable cars to Our Lady of Lebanon, and tour Byblos Citadel with a multilingual private guide. The seven-hour outing includes entry fees, hotel transport, mezze, grills, and lunch by the sea. Guides such as John, Joseph, and Carla have earned warm praise.

“La calidad de la guía y del conductor ha sido más que excelente, sin duda repetiría con ellos. Muy amables y te hacen sentir muy bien, y a la vez he aprendido mucho. muchas gracias”

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Private Baalbek City Tour - The Stone of the Pregnant Woman puts the ruins in perspective
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Private Baalbek City Tour

14.Private Baalbek City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $105

Leave Beirut at 8:30am with a private chauffeur and guide for Baalbek’s Roman temples, the Stone of the Pregnant Woman, Anjar’s 8th-century ruins, and Chateau Ksara wine tasting. Pickup and return are included, lunch is at your own cost, and only your group rides along.

“We used Zingy Ride for a private tour of Beirut, a private tour of Baalbek and a trip to Byblos by boat. All three tours were absolutely amazing. The Zingy Ride staff and guides are very knowledgeable, helpful and enthusiastic. The cars and the bRead more”

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PRIVATE Tour of Baalbek Temples, Umayyad Anjar & Ksara Winery - Anjar reveals a different Lebanon
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PRIVATE Tour of Baalbek Temples, Umayyad Anjar & Ksara Winery

15.PRIVATE Tour of Baalbek Temples, Umayyad Anjar & Ksara Winery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $113

Travel from Beirut with Dave Lebanon DMC on a private 6 to 8-hour tour through the Bekaa Valley. See Baalbek’s Roman temples, the Umayyad ruins of Anjar, and Chateau Ksara’s historic wine cellars. Hotel pickup, transport, admission fees, and a guided visit are included. Wine costs extra.

“Enjoyed this Tour to Baalbak, Anjar and Ksara. Dave is an expert and pointed out lots of details about the history of these sites, their historical significance, and added value and knowledge that only a professional like him can! I was traveling solRead more”

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