• Beirut - 8:30 AM — Hotel pickup
  The guide meets the group at the Beirut hotel and travels north along the Mediterranean coastal highway towards Tripoli.
• Citadel Saint Gilles (Qal’at Sinjil) - Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles — nine centuries above the city
  Constructed by Raymond de Saint-Gilles during the First Crusade, expanded by the Mamluks, and altered by the Ottomans — nine centuries of conquest and control are evident in a single set of walls. From the ramparts: sweeping views over Tripoli’s rooftops, minarets, and the port of El Mina. The guide outlines the full history of those who held these walls and the costs involved.
• The Great Mosque - Al-Mansouri Great Mosque & Taynal Mosque
  Al-Mansouri — built on the site of a Crusader cathedral, with the original Gothic portal still visible in the 14th-century Mamluk stonework. Taynal — features two prayer halls where Gothic arches and Mamluk architecture coexist in the same building. Two mosques that also serve as two history lessons — the guide ensures both are seen.
• Souk Al-Harajb - Souk Al-Harajb — unchanged since the Mamluk era
  An hour spent in stone-vaulted alleyways where gold merchants, spice vendors, fabric traders, and artisan workshops have occupied the same spaces for centuries — not renovated, not curated for visitors, just operating as it always has. The guide navigates with local expertise and explains what makes Tripoli’s market unique compared to other souks in Lebanon.
• Tripoli Soap Factory Khan el masriyen - Khan el Masriyin soap factory & Hallab 1881
  A brief visit to the historic Egyptian merchants’ khan — home to a traditional olive oil soap factory that has been producing here for centuries. Then Hallab 1881 — established in the Ottoman era, the most renowned pastry and dining institution in Lebanon. Lunch includes fresh Lebanese dishes followed by Hallab’s famous knefeh, baklava, and mamoul. Fully included.
• El Mina Port - El Mina Port — Tripoli’s ancient waterfront
  A short walk along El Mina — Tripoli’s historic fishing port with colorful boats, Ottoman-era mansions, and a pace of life that resists change. The natural transition between medieval Tripoli and the Phoenician coast ahead.
• Batroun - Batroun old town — 3,000 years of coastal life
  Founded by the Phoenicians over 3,000 years ago and still thriving. Stone-paved streets, Ottoman houses, seafront cafés, and a Mediterranean setting that has attracted visitors since ancient times. The guide discusses the Phoenician origins and the remarkable continuity of a town that has always been inhabited.
• Phoenician Wall - Phoenician Sea Wall — 3,000 years old, still functional
  A natural rock barrier shaped by Phoenician hands over 3,000 years ago to protect the ancient harbor — still standing on the beach, still serving its original purpose. One of the most quietly extraordinary ancient structures in Lebanon and evidence that Phoenician engineering has outlasted every subsequent empire.
• Hilmi’s House of Lemonade - Hilmi’s House of Lemonade — the perfect finish
  Freshly squeezed lemonade at Batroun’s most legendary local spot — cold, sharp, made to a recipe that has refreshed this part of the Lebanese coast for generations. After a full day in Lebanon’s north, there is no better conclusion.
• Beirut - Return to Beirut — approx. 5:30–6:30 PM
  Drop-off at the Beirut hotel. Tripoli’s medieval layers and Batroun’s Phoenician coast — Lebanon’s north explored thoroughly, everything included.

• Batroun old town & Phoenician sea wall
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
• Lunch at Hallab 1881 — included
• Professional expert guide
• Tickets / Admission to all sites

• Gratuities (optional)

Tripoli is often considered Lebanon’s hidden gem, frequently exceeding the expectations of those who visit, while those who miss it often wish they hadn’t. This guided small-group day tour combines Tripoli with Batroun, one of the Mediterranean’s oldest Phoenician coastal towns, offering a comprehensive experience in northern Lebanon. The tour includes a guide, lunch at Hallab 1881, and all entrance fees.

In Tripoli, explore a Crusader citadel with nine centuries of history, two Mamluk mosques showcasing 14th-century Gothic stonework, spend an hour in one of the Arab world’s most authentically preserved medieval souks, and visit a traditional soap factory that has been in the same khan for generations. In Batroun, enjoy the charming Phoenician old town, admire a 3,000-year-old sea wall on the beach, and savor a glass of Hilmi’s lemonade to end the day. Everything is included, with no hidden costs or surprises.

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