Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour worth booking?
Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour is a 0.1-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $120 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (6)
- Duration
- 0.1 hours
- From
- $120 per person
Discover the historical highlights of Lebanon’s Shouf region. Visit the Beiteddine Palace, built by Emir Bashir Shihab II in 1818. Explore the nearby town of Deir El Qamar including the historical center and see its well-preserved medieval palace and other treasures. Visit largest of Lebanon nature reserves blanketed with oak forests. Beiteddine Palace: Its grand dimensions encompass three main courtyards, huge vaulted stables, small museums, guest apartments, water fountains, marble portals and marquetry, and luxuriously decorated and domed hammams (bathhouses). Deir Al-Qamar: The ancient town of Deir Al-Qamar dates back to feudal times. Particularly well-preserved, Deir Al-Qamar is a town with cobblestone streets, walled gardens, and picturesque secluded corner. Shouf Cedars Reserve: The largest of Lebanon nature reserves, blanketed with oak forests on its northeastern slopes and juniper and oak forests on its southeastern slopes.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the historical highlights of Lebanon’s Shouf region. Visit the Beiteddine Palace, built by Emir Bashir Shihab II in 1818. Explore the nearby town of Deir El Qamar including the historical center and see its well-preserved medieval palace and other treasures. Visit largest of Lebanon nature reserves blanketed with oak forests. Beiteddine Palace: Its grand dimensions encompass three main courtyards, huge vaulted stables, small museums, guest apartments, water fountains, marble portals and marquetry, and luxuriously decorated and domed hammams (bathhouses). Deir Al-Qamar: The ancient town of Deir Al-Qamar dates back to feudal times. Particularly well-preserved, Deir Al-Qamar is a town with cobblestone streets, walled gardens, and picturesque secluded corner. Shouf Cedars Reserve: The largest of Lebanon nature reserves, blanketed with oak forests on its northeastern slopes and juniper and oak forests on its southeastern slopes.
What's included
Included
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
- On-board restrooms
Not included
- Booster seat
- Airport pickup (including parking): $20 Airport Drop Off: $10
What you'll see and do
Deir el Qamar
The ancient town of Deir Al-Qamar dates back to feudal times. Particularly well-preserved, Deir Al-Qamar is a town with cobblestone streets, walled gardens, and picturesque secluded corner.
60 minutes here
Beiteddine
Its grand dimensions encompass three main courtyards, huge vaulted stables, small museums, guest apartments, water fountains, marble portals and marquetry, and luxuriously decorated and domed hammams (bathhouses).
120 minutes here
Shouf Cedars Reserve
The largest of Lebanon nature reserves, blanketed with oak forests on its northeastern slopes and juniper and oak forests on its southeastern slopes.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Beirut
We will pick up from the lobby of hotel in Beirut
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We will pick up from the lobby of hotel in Beirut
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lebanon Tours Online By Fadi Eid
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Vitit to Beiteddine Palace
Just 20 minutes from Deir El Qamar sits Beiteddine Palace, one of Lebanon's Ottoman treasures. The palace offers a stunning and well-preserved example of 19th century architecture. Walking through the palace complex, visitors will immediately notice the wealth and detail of its construction. Each room features mosaic stonework, cedar wood engraving and spacious areas. The museum is open from 9 am to 4 pm, but is closed on Mondays.
via Tripadvisor
Go for it with Fadi
Fadi is the best guide I could ever had to visit the Shouf region. The driving time became a pleasure. So much history and cultural discovery. Such a beautiful country and place. Thanks Fadi.
Response from the operator: Dear Dounia, you are welcome at any time. We thank you for these kind words. It is our pleasure that we were able to make your day beautiful. We hope that you will visit again very soon in Lebanon. Warm regards to you.
via Viator
Well organized even during a Petrol Crisis
I did my tour in August with Fadi. What an amazing experience!! I was so sceptical about travelling to Lebanon during the crisis but going there made me realize what a mistake I would have made if I dint go. All thanks to Fadi’s tour agency and a big an special thanks to Jamal who was my driver. He nit only made me feel safe but catered to my every nned with his friendly and welcoming attitude. In a time of the petrol crisis I dint have to worry as Jamal was always on time with gas and the car ready. Thanks for the amazing time in Lebanon ❤️
via Tripadvisor
My magical tour to my great Grandpa palace.
Very nice Driver & Tour Guide because he exceed my expectations to visit my dream tour & watching my Great Grandpa, Palace. Thank you so much Daniel 😀
Response from the operator: Dear Mr. Daniel, I thank you for your comment you wrote on Tripodfizer, which indicates the extent of your sincerity and the nobility of your morals. We hope to see you again in your second country, Lebanon. Warm greetings to you and from the team all 1000 welcome any time you want to visit lebanon again 🥰
via Tripadvisor
Bad experience
Though the sites are worth to be seen and the road was beautiful, I had a very bad experience with Lebanon Tours Online by Fadi Eid. 1. Nowhere it was mentioned that it is a private tour which implied an inflated rate, meanwhile it appeared to be a private one and I was the only passenger. 2. The time of pickup in the announcement was mentioned to be 8:00, however the guide/driver came 45 minutes late, after the hotel receptionist called him. He said that during winter time they start at 9:00 however the announcement and confirmation said 9/16/2019 - 2/6/2021 Monday - Sunday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM. Also, he said that he had called me the day before to inform about that, however given that II was the only passenger and he did not get in touch, he had to be on time. 3. It was January 6, a national holiday and Monday, when the Beiteddine Palace was closed and there was no word about that in the description of the tour. Now I understand that other travel companies had been honest not to schedule tours on that day most likely for that reason, meanwhile only on our way to Beiteddine Palace I was told that it is closed. 4. The trip was mentioned to last from 8am till 5pm, however, it actually was completed by 1pm. Even with inclusion of the Beiteddine Palace it would definitely not last that long. And basically it is misguiding for the tourists who compare the time/value of different companies.
Response from the operator: Hello Madam Your report is that we contacted you 24 hours before the deadline as it happened on that day the birthday of the Armenian community and it was an official holiday with this we went to the Cedars of the Shouf and Beiteddine, which was closed because of the Armenian Christmas holiday and it is closed because it is the summer residence of the Presidency of the Republic and it was your paradigm You want to pay all incomes for you to archaeological sites and we do not provide this service because it is a trip that does not include the customer's banks as mentioned on the official website. With this, we offered you lunch and you refused compensation for not going to Beiteddine. As we went to Deir El Qamar and we toured the city and its landmarks with a detailed explanation and as we went to Musa Palace but you refused to enter because you wanted to pay you for the card then we went to Zaytuna Bay in Beirut and thanked us a lot on this trip and told us that it is not our fault that I came on the official Christmas holiday For Armenians, we did our best to make you happy, welcome. Clarification was required. Thank you.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lebanon Tours Online By Fadi Eid, who run 11 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.8.
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Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.
How much does Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour cost?
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Prices start at $120 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 Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour take?
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Plan for about 0.1 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 Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 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 Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour?
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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 Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour?
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Around 2 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 0.1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour 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, Harisa & Byblos: Small Group Tour with Hotel pickup. 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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What is included in Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour?
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Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.); and On-board restrooms. Not included: Booster seat; and Airport pickup (including parking): $20 Airport Drop Off: $10. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 29 listed pickup locations in and around Beirut. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beirut. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Deir Al-Qamar, Beiteddine Palace and Barouk Cedars Tour?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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