Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from Beirut
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5.0/5
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Is Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from Beirut worth booking?
Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from Beirut is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $100 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $100 per person
The Bekaa Valley in one day — with wine at both ends. Chateau Saint Thomas in the morning: a respected high-altitude family estate whose international medal wins have established it as one of Lebanon's most consistent producers — a quiet, confident opener that sets the tone before Baalbek. The greatest Roman temples ever built in the middle, with an expert local guide who knows every column and every inscription. Chateau Ksara at the end: Lebanon's oldest winery, founded by Jesuits in 1857, where the Roman cave cellars beneath it close the day by connecting directly back to the temples you explored this morning. Wine, temples, wine caves. The Bekaa structured as a single coherent story about what this valley has always been good at — producing extraordinary things. Private vehicle and knowledgeable driver throughout. Expert local guide at Baalbek. Tickets and tasting fees payable on site.
What you get
About this experience
The Bekaa Valley in one day — with wine at both ends. Chateau Saint Thomas in the morning: a respected high-altitude family estate whose international medal wins have established it as one of Lebanon's most consistent producers — a quiet, confident opener that sets the tone before Baalbek. The greatest Roman temples ever built in the middle, with an expert local guide who knows every column and every inscription. Chateau Ksara at the end: Lebanon's oldest winery, founded by Jesuits in 1857, where the Roman cave cellars beneath it close the day by connecting directly back to the temples you explored this morning. Wine, temples, wine caves. The Bekaa structured as a single coherent story about what this valley has always been good at — producing extraordinary things. Private vehicle and knowledgeable driver throughout. Expert local guide at Baalbek. Tickets and tasting fees 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
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
Not included
- Lunch (optional — at own expense)
- Gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
9:00 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. First stop is Chateau Saint Thomas, about an hour away.
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Chateau St Thomas
Chateau Saint Thomas — high-altitude precision winemaking Begin at Chateau Saint Thomas — a respected family-owned estate producing wines from vineyards at over 1,000 metres altitude in the Bekaa. High elevation and cool nights create growing conditions of real complexity — wines that earn international medals and consistently surprise visitors who arrive expecting something more modest. The guided cellar tour covers the winemaking process before a tasting of the estate's acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, full-bodied red blends, and elegant whites. A quiet, confident opener that sets the right tone before Baalbek.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Stone of the Pregnant Woman — 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 at the temple complex.
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Baalbek Temple
Baalbek Temple Complex — expert local guide The greatest Roman temple complex on earth — with an expert local guide who knows these structures at a depth that visiting guides cannot match. 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. After a morning at a high-altitude winery in the same valley, the Roman scale of Baalbek hits differently — your guide makes the connections between the valley's ancient and modern production of exceptional things.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Baalbeck
Lunch in Baalbek or Zahle — optional Lebanese mezze in Baalbek or at the riverside terraces of Zahle — Lebanon's most celebrated food destination. Optional and at your own expense. Your driver recommends the best options for the group.
60 minutes here
Chateau Ksara
Chateau Ksara — Roman caves, Lebanese wine, founded 1857 End the day at 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. After the temples of Baalbek, these Roman tunnels feel like a continuation rather than a new stop — the same civilisation, the same valley, a completely different kind of monument. A tasting of Ksara's iconic Cabernet-Syrah blends, crisp Blanc de Blancs, and celebrated Sunset Rosé closes a day that started with Lebanese wine, peaked at Rome's greatest achievement, and ends underground. Done properly.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Beirut
Return to Beirut — approx. 6:00 PM Drop-off at your Beirut hotel. Wine, temples, Roman wine caves — the Bekaa Valley as one coherent story, from the morning's first cellar tour to the afternoon's last tasting. Done properly.
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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
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from Beirut. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Baalback, the best
Our tour to Baalback was amazing. Our tour guide at the site was charbel and he was very good. Our lunch was at a local restaurant in Baalback and we had sfiha. The food was tasty and frech.
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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
- $100 to $200
- 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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Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from Beirut: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.
How much does Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from Beirut worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | from 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 Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut. Not included: Lunch (optional — at own expense); and Gratuities (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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 Baalbek, Saint Thomas & Ksara Winery Tour | 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.
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