Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut
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Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $45 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
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- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $45 per person
This is the no-frills version of the Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara day trip. same three iconic Bekaa destinations, same small group of maximum 12, but without a professional guide & without included tickets or lunch. The result
What you get
- Key facts and stories shared at each stop
- Knowledgeable English-speaking driver
- Shared air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
About this experience
This is the no-frills version of the Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara day trip. same three iconic Bekaa destinations, same small group of maximum 12, but without a professional guide & without included tickets or lunch. The result is the most affordable way to visit all three on the same day from Beirut. Pay for exactly what you use, nothing more. The Bekaa Valley covers three completely different chapters of the ancient world in a single day. Anjar: the only surviving Umayyad palatial city in the Levant, built by Caliph Walid I in the 8th century and abandoned within decades, one of the most underrated archaeological sites in the Middle East. Baalbek: a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Temple of Bacchus is larger than the Parthenon and the Trilithon stones are the largest dressed stones in human history. Ksara: Lebanon's oldest winery, founded by Jesuits in 1857, with 2 kilometres of Roman cave cellars beneath it. Your knowledgeable driver covers the key facts and stories at each stop.
What's included
Included
- Key facts and stories shared at each stop
- Knowledgeable English-speaking driver
- Shared air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
Not included
- Lunch (optional — at own expense)
- Gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Beirut
8:30 AM — Hotel pickup Your driver meets the group at your Beirut hotel and heads east on the Damascus highway — over the Lebanese mountains and into the Bekaa Valley. Anjar is about an hour away.
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Umayyad Ruins of Aanjar
Anjar — the Umayyad city most tour groups drive straight past Built by Caliph Walid I in the early 8th century and abandoned within decades — colonnaded streets, a palace with over 40 towers, a mosque, and bathhouses all still standing in the Bekaa plain. The only surviving complete Umayyad palatial city in the Levant. Your driver covers the key historical facts at the entrance — you explore at your own pace inside.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Stone of the Pregnant Woman — scale check before the temples A single limestone block, 21 metres long, weighing 1,000 tonnes, cut 2,000 years ago and never moved. Your driver explains the engineering logic — and why standing next to it recalibrates your sense of what is waiting five minutes ahead.
15 minutes here
Baalbek Temple
Baalbek Temple Complex — the greatest Roman temples on earth The Temple of Jupiter on Trilithon stones each weighing over 800 tonnes. The Temple of Bacchus — larger than the Parthenon, almost entirely intact, the best-preserved Roman temple on earth. The Temple of Venus completing a complex that took three centuries to build. Your driver covers the key facts at the entrance. You explore the full site at your own pace — no group schedule, no rushing.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Zahle
Lunch in Baalbek or Zahle — optional Lebanese mezze in Baalbek or at the celebrated riverside terraces of Zahle. Optional and at your own expense. Your driver recommends the best options.
60 minutes here
Chateau Ksara
Chateau Ksara — Roman caves beneath Lebanon's oldest winery Lebanon's oldest winery — founded by Jesuit monks in 1857 above 2 kilometres of Roman cave cellars where wine ages at a naturally constant temperature year-round. The cave tour connects directly back to the Roman world at Baalbek — same civilisation, same valley, different legacy. A tasting of Ksara's iconic Cabernet-Syrah blends, Blanc de Blancs, and Sunset Rosé closes the day. Your driver shares the story of the estate throughout.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Beirut
Return to Beirut — approx. 6:00–7:00 PM Drop-off at your Beirut hotel. A Umayyad ghost city, the world's greatest Roman temples, and ancient wine caves — the Bekaa's three best stops at the most competitive price on this route.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beirut Daily Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $45 to $89
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Beirut Daily Tours, who run 21 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.3.
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Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.
How much does Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut cost?
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Prices start at $45 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beirut usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beirut is not rushed.
Is Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beirut, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beirut can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beirut and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beirut within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beirut?
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On Outty we rank every Beirut experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Small-Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara with Lunch, Guided Small-Group Tour to Jeita, Harissa, Byblos with Lunch, Jeita Grotto,Harissa&Byblos Full-Day PRIVATE-CAR Trip from Beirut. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beirut?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beirut?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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