Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small Group Tour with Lunch from Beirut
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover South Lebanon's most iconic cities in one expertly guided day from Beirut. Journey through 3,000 years of history — Crusader castles, Phoenician souks, Roman ruins, and a sacred hilltop sanctuary revered by Christians and Muslims alike.
Visit Sidon's Sea Castle, the world's only Soap Museum, and the grand Khan el Franj. Continue to Tyre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to walk the ancient Roman Hippodrome before a seaside lunch. End the day at Maghdouché, where the Virgin Mary is believed to have rested — with sweeping views over the southern Lebanese coast.
Small group. Local expert guide. Hotel pickup included.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Beirut
8:30 AM — Hotel pickup, Your guide meets you at your Beirut hotel lobby. Depart south along the coastal highway toward Sidon.
Crusaders Sea Castle
9.15 am Begin at the magnificent Sidon Sea Castle, built by the Crusaders in the 13th century on a small island connected to the shore. Your guide brings the fortress to life with stories of Crusader rule, Arab sieges, and Phoenician legacy beneath its foundations.
Options
GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH
Tickets are not included: Please note this option does not include tickets. This cost goes on your own. Lunch included: : The lunch is included in the price of the tour Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR WITHOUT LUNCH
Lunch & Tickets not included: Please note this option does not include the Lunch and tickets. This cost goes on your own. Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH + TICKETS
Tickets Included: Tickets to Historical Sites are included on the price of the tour Lunch included: The lunch is included in the price of the tour Pickup included
What‘s Included
Entry/Admission to Tyre Hippodrome ( if option selected )
Entry/Admission to Sidon Castle (if option selected)
Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
Small group sizes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission to Sidon Soap Museum ( if option selected )
Professional, knowledgeable guides
Gratuities
Food or drinks unless specified
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour
naderf590,May 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent daytrip from Beirut, with our driver/guide, Mr Hassan, who was always informative, helpful, flexible and very good at communicating. Both Sidon and Tyre are unique sites and the tour visits and lunch were exactly as described and very enjoyable. Thank you!
If stones could speak!
alokrjha,Jan 1, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The ancient Roman ruins are exquisite! Every stone speaks of Lebanon’s glorious past. The Soap Museum in Sidon is worth a visit.
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