Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl.
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5.0/5
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Is Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. worth booking?
Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. is a 6-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $55 per person. It scores 65 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
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $55 per person
The Bekaa Valley's two most extraordinary destinations — the greatest Roman temples ever built and Lebanon's oldest winery — in one private day from Beirut with lunch and all entrance tickets included. Baalbek is a UNESC
What you get
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
- Knowledgeable local English-speaking driver
- Tickets / Admission to Baalbek Temples (if option selected)
- Tickets / Admission to Chateau Ksara (if option selected)
- Specialist local guide at Baalbek temple complex
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
About this experience
The Bekaa Valley's two most extraordinary destinations — the greatest Roman temples ever built and Lebanon's oldest winery — in one private day from Beirut with lunch and all entrance tickets included. Baalbek is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Temple of Bacchus is larger than the Parthenon and the Trilithon stones beneath the Temple of Jupiter are the largest dressed stones in human history — explored here with a specialist local guide who knows every column and every inscription. Ksara was founded by Jesuit monks in 1857 above 2 kilometres of Roman cave cellars, connecting the afternoon directly back to the morning. Private vehicle and knowledgeable local driver throughout. Specialist local guide at Baalbek — the site that demands it most. Lunch in Baalbek fully included. Roman temples in the morning, Roman wine caves in the afternoon.
What's included
Included
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
- Knowledgeable local English-speaking driver
- Tickets / Admission to Baalbek Temples (if option selected)
- Tickets / Admission to Chateau Ksara (if option selected)
- Specialist local guide at Baalbek temple complex
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food or drinks unless specified
What you'll see and do
Beirut
9:00 AM — Departure from Beirut Your driver meets the group at your hotel and heads east on the Damascus highway — over the Lebanese mountains and down into the Bekaa Valley. Baalbek is about 90 minutes away.
Pass by without stopping
Stone of the Pregnant Woman — the quarry that sets the scale Before the temples — a stop at the ancient Roman quarry where the Stone of the Pregnant Woman lies exactly where it was cut 2,000 years ago. A single limestone block, 21 metres long, weighing an estimated 1,000 tonnes, never moved. Your driver explains the engineering logic — and why standing next to this unfinished block is the best possible preparation for the scale of the temple complex ahead.
15 minutes here
Baalbek Temple
Baalbek Temple Complex — specialist local guide Enter the greatest Roman temple complex on earth with a specialist local guide whose knowledge of Baalbek 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 in the world, with carved ceiling coffers and a doorway that your guide explains in detail that changes how you see the whole building. The Temple of Venus completing a complex that took three centuries to construct. At Baalbek more than anywhere else in Lebanon, the difference between a self-guided visit and a specialist local guide is the difference between impressive and unforgettable.
90 minutes here
Baalbeck
Lunch in Baalbek — included Lebanese mezze and grilled meats at a local Baalbek restaurant — hearty Bekaa Valley cooking in a town that has been feeding travellers since the Roman legions passed through. Fully included in the tour price.
60 minutes here
Chateau Ksara
Chateau Ksara — Roman caves, Lebanese wine, founded 1857 Lebanon's oldest winery — founded by Jesuit monks in 1857 above 2 kilometres of Roman cave cellars discovered beneath the estate in the 19th century, where wine ages at a naturally constant temperature year-round. The cave tour comes first — ancient tunnels that connect directly back to the Roman world at Baalbek — same civilisation, same valley, different legacy. Then a tasting of Ksara's iconic Cabernet-Syrah blends, crisp Blanc de Blancs, and celebrated Sunset Rosé. A day that began at the greatest Roman temples on earth closes in Roman wine caves. The Bekaa in one sentence.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Beirut
Return to Beirut — approx. 5:30–6:30 PM Drop-off at your Beirut hotel — the world's greatest Roman temples with a local expert and 2 kilometres of ancient wine caves, with lunch already covered. Roman temples in the morning. Roman wine caves in the afternoon.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private Tour + Lunch
Tickets are not included: Please note that this option does not include Tickets. This cost goes on your own. Lunch included: The lunch is included in the price of the tour Guided Tour: Guided Visit of Baalbek Temples Pickup included
Private Tour + Tickets + Lunch
Tickets Included: Tickets to Baalbek Temples & Chateau Ksara are included on the price of the tour Lunch included: The lunch is included in the price of the tour Guided Tour: Guided Visit of Baalbek Temples & Chateau Ksara Pickup included
Private Tour
Lunch & Tickets not included: : Please note this option does not include the Lunch and tickets. This cost goes on your own. Guided Tour: Guided Visit of Baalbek Temples Pickup included
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
- Lebanon Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $55 to $350
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lebanon Tours, who run 16 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.6.
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Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.
How much does Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. cost?
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Prices start at $55 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 Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 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 Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl.?
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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 Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl.?
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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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Baalbek & Ksara Winery Tour | Lunch & Local Guide Incl. 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.
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