Embark on a half-day budget tour to Jeita Grotto and Harissa in Lebanon. Explore the stunning natural beauty of Jeita Grotto and enjoy a panoramic view of Jounieh Bay from Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa. Travel in a comfortable AC car with a professional English-speaking driver.
Embark on a half-day budget tour to Jeita Grotto and Harissa in Lebanon. Explore the stunning natural beauty of Jeita Grotto and enjoy a panoramic view of Jounieh Bay from Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa. Travel in a comfortable AC car with a professional English-speaking driver.
- Jeita Grotto - The Jeita Grotto is a remarkable system of two distinct yet connected karstic limestone caves, formed over millions of years, and is the longest cave complex in the Middle East. Situated 300 meters above sea level, it features a height difference of 305 meters. The upper cave of Jeita extends 2,130 meters and showcases a rich…
- Jeita Grotto - The Jeita Grotto is a remarkable system of two distinct yet connected karstic limestone caves, formed over millions of years, and is the longest cave complex in the Middle East. Situated 300 meters above sea level, it features a height difference of 305 meters. The upper cave of Jeita extends 2,130 meters and showcases a rich variety of crystallized formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, columns, mushrooms, ponds, curtains, and draperies. The lower gallery, measuring 6,200 meters in length, is located 60 meters beneath the upper gallery and is traversed by a serene underwater river and lake.
- The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon - The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon is a globally significant site dedicated to honoring the Virgin Mary, located in Harissa, a prominent Christian pilgrimage destination in Lebanon. The shrine is distinguished by a massive 15-ton bronze statue of the Immaculate Conception, Mother of God, standing 8.5 meters tall with a diameter of five meters. The Virgin Mary extends her arms towards Beirut, offering one of the world’s most stunning panoramic views over the Bay of Jounieh.
- Churches of Harissa - Harissa is a major Christian pilgrimage site featuring a shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lebanon. The site is marked by a large 15-ton bronze and painted white statue of the Virgin Mary, known as Our Lady of Lebanon or Notre Dame du Liban, with her arms outstretched. This statue was crafted at the end of the 19th century and inaugurated in 1908. Within the base of the statue lies a small chapel. Additionally, a grand cathedral constructed from concrete and glass stands next to the statue. Among other churches of various Christian denominations near Harissa is the Byzantine-style Melkite Greek Catholic Basilica of St. Paul, located south of the statue and built between 1948 and 1998, the Apostolic Nunciature (Papal Embassy), and the residences of four patriarchs of Eastern Catholic Churches.
- Téléferique Harissa - The Téléferique is one of Lebanon’s oldest and most popular tourist attractions. This gondola lift system, located in Jounieh, a city 16 km north of Beirut, transports passengers over the pine-forested steep mountain to an altitude of 650 meters, arriving at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa. It offers breathtaking views of the Bay of Jounieh and the surrounding city.

- Private transportation
- Tour Leader
- Hotel pick up & Drop off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Tour Leader
- Hotel pick up & Drop off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Lebanon’s natural and cultural treasures. Today, we embark on a private tour to explore two of the most breathtaking sites this country has to offer: the mesmerizing Jeita Grotto and the iconic Harissa. Prepare to be enchanted by nature’s artistry in the underground wonders of Jeita Grotto, followed by a visit…
Welcome to an unforgettable journey through Lebanon’s natural and cultural treasures. Today, we embark on a private tour to explore two of the most breathtaking sites this country has to offer: the mesmerizing Jeita Grotto and the iconic Harissa. Prepare to be enchanted by nature’s artistry in the underground wonders of Jeita Grotto, followed by a visit to the towering statue of the Virgin Mary at Harissa, offering panoramic views of the picturesque Lebanese coastline. Join us as we delve into the beauty and history that define these remarkable landmarks.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.