• Byblos - Byblos is one of the most ancient Phoenician cities, continuously inhabited since the Neolithic era. It has been intricately connected to the myths and history of the Mediterranean for millennia and is notably linked to the development and spread of the Phoenician alphabet.
• Byblos Castle - Byblos Castle is a beautifully restored 12th-century Crusader fortress, encircled by a 10-meter-wide dry moat. It is situated within Byblos’ captivating archaeological site, which includes the remnants of the Temple of Baalat Gebal and the Temple of the Obelisks. The castle offers a stunning view over the ruins from its square keep. Below the walls, a series of Bronze Age dwellings can be seen as you gaze towards the sea. Inside, there is a small museum and a room with informative panels detailing the city’s history.
• Old Souk - The old souk in Byblos is a charming market where visitors can purchase souvenirs and antiques or simply wander along the cobblestone streets to admire the architecture.
• Byblos Port - Byblos Port is an ancient harbor, believed by the Lebanese to be the oldest in the world. Around 3000 BC, it was the most significant timber shipping hub in the eastern Mediterranean.
• Tripoli - Tripoli, known in Arabic as Ṭarābulus, is a city and port in northwestern Lebanon. Located on the Mediterranean coast at the mouth of the Abu Ali River, it is 50 miles (80 km) north-northeast of Beirut. Tripoli is an ancient city dating back to the Phoenician era and is one of Lebanon’s oldest cities, alongside Byblos, Tyre, and Sidon. Forty-five buildings, many from the 14th century, are registered as historical sites. Twelve mosques from the Mamluke and Ottoman periods have survived. Secular buildings include the “hammam” or bathing-house, the souks, and the “khans,” which form a cluster of various trades.
• Citadel Saint Gilles (Qal’at Sinjil) - Overlooking Tripoli is the impressive Citadel of Tripoli, known as Qal’at Sinjil (Saint Gilles), which has undergone numerous renovations and changes throughout its history. Today, the castle features octagonal Fatimid constructions converted into a church by the Crusaders, some 12th-13th century Crusader structures, several 14th-century Mamluke additions, and modifications by the Ottomans in the 16th century. The current state of this vast fortress (140 meters long and 70 meters wide) is largely due to extensive restoration by Mustafa Barbar Agha, governor of Tripoli in the early 19th century.
• Al Mansouri Mosque - Initiated in 1294 and completed in 1315, the Great Mosque or Al Mansouri Mosque was constructed on the ruins of the 12th-century Crusader cathedral of St. Mary of the Tower. Its spacious courtyard is surrounded by a vaulted prayer hall. Inside, elements of Western architecture from the old church are still visible, including the northern entrance and the Lombard-style bell tower, which was transformed into the minaret. The numerous foundation plaques and decrees inscribed in the great Mosque provide insights into the building and reveal details of daily life during the Mamluke period.
• Taynal Mosque - Taynal Mosque, built in 1336 by Saif Ed-Dine Taynâl on the site of a ruined Crusader church, is a significant mosque. The adjoining domed mausoleum contains the founder’s tomb. Some original structure elements were reused in the mosque, such as the two rows of granite columns with late Roman capitals, which stand in the middle of the first prayer hall. The entrance to the second prayer hall is a unique example of architectural decoration in Tripoli during the Mamluke era.
• Khan Al-Khayyatin - The Khayyatin Khan is part of the Tripoli Souks, featuring a long rectangular building approximately 40 by 80 meters with a covered central courtyard and shops on either side. As the name Khan al Khayyatin suggests, the khan housed and continues to house tailors and related trades such as needles, thread, and sewing machines.
• Tripoli Soap Factory Khan el masriyen - The Khan As Sabon (Soap Khan) was constructed at the beginning of the seventeenth century. Initially intended to serve as a military barracks for Ottoman troops, it was strategically built in the city center to enable the pasha to control any uprising. It is a large rectangular structure with two-story arcaded corridors surrounding a fountain courtyard.
• Hammam Al Jadid - Hammam El-Abed is the only operational hammam in Tripoli, likely built at the end of the 17th century. It features the typical pierced domes of Mamluke and Ottoman-era public baths. The interior, with its cushions, central fountain, and traditional fittings, serves as a living museum.
• El Mina Port - Al-Mina is a coastal town in Tripoli, occupying the site of the ancient Phoenician city of Tripoli and serving as the harbor city for modern Tripoli. It boasts nine islands, four of which have been declared natural reserves to support fish breeding and preserve their natural habitat.

• Private transportation
• Hotel pick up & drop off
• Tour Leader
• Local guide in Byblos
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Lunch
• Gratuities

Experience the timeless allure of Lebanon’s rich heritage with our Private Full-Day Tour to Byblos and Tripoli from Beirut. Embark on a journey through millennia of history as we explore two of the country’s most captivating cities. Wander through the ancient streets of Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, where Phoenician, Roman, and Crusader influences converge. Then, venture to Tripoli, a vibrant mosaic of cultures, where bustling souks, magnificent mosques, and towering citadels await your discovery. Led by knowledgeable guides, this immersive excursion promises an unforgettable encounter with Lebanon’s fascinating past and vibrant present.

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