Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos in Beirut, Lebanon
Beirut, Lebanon

Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos

Outty Ranking 68 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $60
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Outty Ranking

68/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos worth booking?

Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $60 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
8 hours
From
$60 per person

• This (Semi-Private) Small Group Tour is for 9 Travelers and less. WE DO NOT CANCEL ANY SOLO TRAVELER BOOKING. Save time and money. This is a small customize group-tour and not more then 9 travelers in each vehicle, this Semi-Private Small Group-tour is extremely convenient for any traveler wanting to add it to their itinerary.Taste traditional. • Full day-trip to Jeita Grottos, Byblos, Harissa from Beirut. • Explore Jeita Grottos site by riding the mini cable-car and the boat inside one of the caves and returning back by the mini train. • Explore Virgin Mary Statue in HARISSA by riding the cable-car and the panoramic view of Jounieh bay or by vehicle. • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and its fascinating Marina, Souk and the Castle in Byblos. Option to Include all Entrance Fees & Lunch at a restaurant on the sea side of Byblos.

What you get

    About this experience

    • This (Semi-Private) Small Group Tour is for 9 Travelers and less. WE DO NOT CANCEL ANY SOLO TRAVELER BOOKING. Save time and money. This is a small customize group-tour and not more then 9 travelers in each vehicle, this Semi-Private Small Group-tour is extremely convenient for any traveler wanting to add it to their itinerary.Taste traditional. • Full day-trip to Jeita Grottos, Byblos, Harissa from Beirut. • Explore Jeita Grottos site by riding the mini cable-car and the boat inside one of the caves and returning back by the mini train. • Explore Virgin Mary Statue in HARISSA by riding the cable-car and the panoramic view of Jounieh bay or by vehicle. • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and its fascinating Marina, Souk and the Castle in Byblos. Option to Include all Entrance Fees & Lunch at a restaurant on the sea side of Byblos.

    What's included

    Included

    • Brief Explanation about each Site
    • Experience English Speaker Local Group Leader
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Jeita Grotto

      From your hotel in Beirut, with a smile you are picked up in the morning at 08:30am. You will have almost 1.5-hour to explore the famous JEITA GROTTOS which is a system of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves spanning an overall length of nearly 10 kilometers, then you continue to your next important visit.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon

      Then you continue to your next important visit, the significant amazing Virgin Mary Statue in HARISSA by-car throughout the mountain you will explore the panoramic view of JOUNIEH bay and a lots of beautiful scenery,

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Then you will enjoy the riding of the main cable-car or by vehicle from Harissa to Jounieh where the experienced driver will wait you to continue to your next important visit to byblos.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Byblos

      Starting your 1.5-hour tour of the significant location at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the beautiful Phoenician city of BYBLOS which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, you will enjoy the walking at the Marina side shedding to the castle and the souk.

      60 minutes here

    5. Byblos Castle

      Then you will have the option to enter the Crusader castle in Byblos which it was known as the castle of Gibelet, it is adjacent to the Phoenician archaeological site containing the ruins of the Temple of Baalat Gebal and the Temple of the Obelisks. After the castle you will enter to the old souk of Byblos which is an old market where you can buy from a lot of local shops antiques, souvenirs, local crafts and various other merchandise.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    6. Old Souk

      Then you will enjoy the walking at the old souk of Byblos which you will explore a lot of antique shops.

      25 minutes here

    7. Byblos Port

      Then visiting the port of Byblos, after that you will head to a traditional restaurant to have your Mediterranean Lebanese food. After your lunch, your experienced driver will head to Beirut where he will drop you at your location.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ar, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Lebanon Local Tour

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children ages 3 years and under are free, but their seats are subject to availability. They may have to ride on their parents' laps if seats are not available. Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking. Wheelchair are available on request, please advise at time of booking if the wheelchair is required.
    • What to Bring: Comfortable lightweight clothing, pls check the weather on the date of the Tour. Good walking shoes or sneakers.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    1 mention

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    1 mention

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    812hanifas · August 2023

    Just wow!

    I totally enjoyed myself in this trip. As a Kenyan visiting Beirut for the first time, I was blown away by the beautiful scenery and the historic sites. My guide Ali was exceptional. He is such a knowledgeable and friendly person. He picked me on time as scheduled. As I was a solo tourist and he made sure to show me around, provide info on do's and don'ts in Lebanon and gave a general overview of how I can navigate the city. I plan on booking with them again and would highly recommend.

    Response from the operator: Dear Miss Hanifa, We appreciate your kind positive feedback, regarding your sightseeing experience with Lebanon Local Tour. We will share your comments with our team, who certainly will be encouraged by your remarks. Lebanon Local Tour continuously strives to meet your needs and expectations. Thank you again and we look forward to hosting you in the future. Best wishes Lebanon Local Tour

    via Tripadvisor

    Branimir_N · March 2023

    Lovely Lebanon

    Very nice trip ! Our guide & driver,which name is Haraky was very carefully and precized ! He explain to us very good a lot of information !

    Response from the operator: Dear Mr Branimir, We appreciate your kind positive feedback, regarding your sightseeing experience with Lebanon Local Tour. We will share your comments with our team, who certainly will be encouraged by your remarks. Lebanon Local Tour continuously strives to meet your needs and expectations. Thank you again and we look forward to hosting you in the future. Best wishes Lebanon Local Tour

    via Viator

    72georgial · August 2022

    Excellent!! I totally recommend it.

    Me and my husband we visited Jeita, Harissa and Byblos! It was a private tour with mr. Ziad who was fluent in English and he knew all the historical background and the small details in order to properly inform us. Thank you for the experience!!!

    Response from the operator: Dear Mr Georgial, We appreciate your kind positive feedback, regarding your sightseeing experience with Lebanon Local Tour. We will share your comments with our team, who certainly will be encouraged by your remarks. Lebanon Local Tour continuously strives to meet your needs and expectations. Thank you again and we look forward to hosting you in the future. Best wishes Lebanon Local Tour

    via Tripadvisor

    mil930 · April 2022

    Two small group day tours with Lebanon Local Tour

    I did two small group day tours with the company. On one of the tours I was the only one booked, but they did not cancel it. I would highly recommend Lebanon Local Tour - good value and high quality service. My driver on both tours was Harake, and I would also highly recommend him.

    Response from the operator: Dear Miss Mille, Thank you for your positive feedback, it means a lot to us. We are glad you enjoyed your experience with us and we hope to welcome you again soon on board with Lebanon LOCAL Tour. Best Regards Lebanon LOCAL Tour

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $60 to $65
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Lebanon Local Tour, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.9.

    See everything Lebanon Local Tour runs

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)30
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)97
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.

    How much does Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos cost?

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    Prices start at $60 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos?

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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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos?

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    Around 1 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos?

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    Included: Brief Explanation about each Site; Experience English Speaker Local Group Leader; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 162 listed pickup locations in and around Beirut. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos offered in?

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    It is offered in Arabic and English. 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos?

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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.

    Is Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Children ages 3 years and under are free, but their seats are subject to availability. The. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos 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 Guided Semi-Private Tour to Jeita, Harissa & Byblos?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, small groups, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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