Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut
Beirut, Lebanon

Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut

Outty Ranking 68 5.0 · 7 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $100
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68/100

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5.0/5

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Is Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut worth booking?

Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $100 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 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 (7)
Duration
8 hours
From
$100 per person

The Bekaa Valley covers three completely different chapters of the ancient world in a single day — and this private tour is the most comprehensively interpreted version of this itinerary available. Expert local guides at both Anjar and Baalbek. A knowledgeable driver for the full day. Three stops that span 1,300 years of history — Umayyad, Roman, and Jesuit wine caves — all in the same valley. Anjar: the only surviving Umayyad palatial city in the Levant — built by Caliph Walid I in the 8th century and abandoned within decades, explored with a local guide who makes this overlooked masterpiece impossible to underestimate. Baalbek: a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Temple of Bacchus is larger than the Parthenon — explored with a specialist local Baalbek guide whose depth of knowledge changes what you see. Ksara: Lebanon's oldest winery, founded by Jesuits in 1857, with 2 kilometres of Roman cave cellars. Tickets and lunch payable on site.

What you get

    About this experience

    The Bekaa Valley covers three completely different chapters of the ancient world in a single day — and this private tour is the most comprehensively interpreted version of this itinerary available. Expert local guides at both Anjar and Baalbek. A knowledgeable driver for the full day. Three stops that span 1,300 years of history — Umayyad, Roman, and Jesuit wine caves — all in the same valley. Anjar: the only surviving Umayyad palatial city in the Levant — built by Caliph Walid I in the 8th century and abandoned within decades, explored with a local guide who makes this overlooked masterpiece impossible to underestimate. Baalbek: a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Temple of Bacchus is larger than the Parthenon — explored with a specialist local Baalbek guide whose depth of knowledge changes what you see. Ksara: Lebanon's oldest winery, founded by Jesuits in 1857, with 2 kilometres of Roman cave cellars. Tickets and lunch payable on site.

    What's included

    Included

    • Knowledgeable English-speaking driver
    • Private air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for your group
    • Stone of the Pregnant Woman quarry stop
    • Expert local guide at Baalbek temple complex
    • Expert local guide at Anjar Umayyad ruins
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut

    Not included

    • Lunch (optional — at own expense)
    • Gratuities (optional)

    What you'll see and do

    1. 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 down into the Bekaa Valley. Anjar is about an hour away.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Umayyad Ruins of Aanjar

      Anjar — the Umayyad city most Lebanon visitors drive straight past Built in the early 8th century by Caliph Walid I — the ruler who also commissioned the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus and the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem — and abandoned within decades, never rebuilt. Colonnaded streets, a palace with over 40 towers, a mosque, and bathhouses all still standing in the Bekaa plain. The only surviving example of a complete Umayyad palatial city in the entire Levant — and one of the most underrated archaeological sites in the Middle East. Most tour groups skip it entirely. Your expert local Anjar guide makes sure you understand exactly what you are standing in and why it matters as much as anything else you will see today.

      45 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. 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 everything before you enter the temple complex five minutes ahead.

      15 minutes here

    4. Baalbek Temple

      Baalbek Temple Complex — expert local guide The greatest Roman temple complex on earth — with an expert local Baalbek guide whose knowledge of these structures goes well beyond what visiting guides can offer. The Temple of Jupiter on Trilithon stones each weighing over 800 tonnes — the largest dressed stones in human history. The Temple of Bacchus, larger than the Parthenon and almost entirely intact — the best-preserved Roman temple on earth. The Temple of Venus completing a complex that took three centuries to build. Having already seen Anjar with a local expert, the Roman world of Baalbek lands with even greater force — two civilisations, the same valley, two specialist interpreters making sure nothing is missed.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. Baalbeck

      Lunch in Baalbek or Zahle — optional Lebanese mezze in Baalbek or at the riverside restaurant terraces of Zahle — Lebanon's most celebrated food destination. Optional and at your own expense. Your driver recommends the best options.

      60 minutes here

    6. 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 entirely. Then a tasting of Ksara's iconic Cabernet-Syrah blends, crisp Blanc de Blancs, and celebrated Sunset Rosé. A day that opened at an 8th-century Umayyad ghost city closes in ancient Roman wine caves. The Bekaa in one day, interpreted properly.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    7. 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 — two expert local guides, one complete Bekaa day, done properly.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 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
    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

    Photos

    Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut, photo 2Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut, photo 3Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut, photo 4Anjar Umayayd Ruins, Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From BeirutPrivate Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut, photo 6Ksara Vineyard, Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Organization

    2 mentions

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

    Traveler reviews

    7 verified traveler reviews for Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Scottyridge · July 2026

    Beirut Daily Tours

    Beiruit Daily Tours are an excellent company to deal with. I booked last minute on the Baalbek, Ankara and Ksara tour and I can highly recommend the company. Mike the guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, passionate and funny and i had a great day. Baalbek is an amazing place and the lunch spot chosen by Mike was a highlight. Highly recommended this company and Mike the guide 👍

    via Tripadvisor

    Roberta S · November 2021

    Excellent tour and experience

    The tour was well organized and fun. Our guide Hassan was very knowledgeable and funny and the driver Kasem was as well super polite. I will definitely recommend this tour for everyone interested in Lebanon history.

    via Tripadvisor

    chokichok · January 2020

    Baalback, Great tour

    I really enjoyed the tour as i was traveling with my girlfriend. Our guide / Driver was great and very friendly and i formative. The sites are amazing as well.

    via Tripadvisor

    Tams_K · December 2019

    Exciting travel

    It was a very exciting trip with nice guids. Baalbek is the most beautiful old roman monument in the world. In Anjar is also great memory and there was a excellent lunch. In Ksara we tasted great wines.

    via Viator

    Bighufta · November 2018

    Great tour and highly recommend

    After researching and reading a lot of reviews I decided to go with Beirut Tours and I do not regret it for one second. We had Qasim (hopefully I have spelt his name correctly) as our driver. He was courteous, spoke perfect English and tailored the tour to our specifications. We started the day by visiting Anjar (Umayyad ruins) and had one of the best local tour guides (can’t remember his name unfortunately) explain the rich history of the place. He was patient, friendly and went at our pace. We then headed on to Baalbek (Roman ruins) and had another local tour guide walk us through the ruins. On the way back our driver stopped at a local restaurant for us to grab lunch and we then headed back to Beirut (note the tour also includes a visit to Ksara and the winery but being Muslim did not go for the wine tasting option). Fantastic tour and would highly recommend. Will use them again when I’m in Beirut again.

    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
    Every day
    Price range
    $100 to $200
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    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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    Why this scores 68

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)39
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)68
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut cost?

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    Prices start at $100 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut 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 7 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut?

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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From 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, 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.

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    What is included in Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut?

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    Included: Knowledgeable English-speaking driver; Private air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for your group; Stone of the Pregnant Woman quarry stop; Expert local guide at Baalbek temple complex; and Expert local guide at Anjar Umayyad ruins. Not included: Lunch (optional — at own expense); and Gratuities (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 175 listed pickup locations in and around Beirut. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut?

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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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut 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 Private Anjar, Baalbek Temple & Ksara Tour | Guided · From Beirut?

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    Across 7 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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