Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas in Beirut
Beirut, Lebanon

Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas

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Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $50 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

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59 / 100
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Duration
8 hours
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$50 per person

Lebanon has been producing wine for over 6,000 years — longer than France, longer than Italy, longer than almost anywhere on earth. The Bekaa Valley, sitting at 1,000 metres above sea level between the Lebanon and Anti-L

What you get

  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Hotel Pick up & Drop off
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle

About this experience

Lebanon has been producing wine for over 6,000 years — longer than France, longer than Italy, longer than almost anywhere on earth. The Bekaa Valley, sitting at 1,000 metres above sea level between the Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon mountain ranges, is where that ancient tradition lives today. On this private full-day tour, you will visit three of Lebanon's most celebrated wineries — Chateau Ksara, Chateau Kefraya, and Chateau Saint Thomas — for guided cellar tours and wine tastings that reveal why Lebanese wine is earning serious attention from critics worldwide. This is not a bus tour. Your private vehicle, your group, and your own guide mean the day moves at your pace — lingering longer where the wine is exceptional, pausing for the mountain views, and finishing with an optional lunch in Zahle, the undisputed food and wine capital of the Bekaa Valley.

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Hotel Pick up & Drop off
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Wine tasting fees — payable directly at each winery
  • Lunch in Zahle (optional — at own expense)
  • Gratuities (optional )

What you'll see and do

  1. Beirut

    9:00 AM — Departure from Beirut Your private guide and vehicle collect you from your Beirut hotel. The drive east through the Lebanese mountains toward the Bekaa Valley is itself part of the experience — climbing through cedar-forested slopes before the valley opens up dramatically below, stretching between two mountain ranges with vineyards as far as the eye can see.

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  2. Chateau St Thomas

    Begin at Chateau Saint Thomas, one of the Bekaa Valley's most respected family-owned wineries, producing wines from vineyards that sit at over 1,000 metres altitude. The high elevation, cool nights, and intense Bekaa sunshine create conditions that produce wines of remarkable complexity and character. Your guided tour takes you through the vineyard and cellars before a tasting of their signature red, white, and rosé wines — including their acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon and full-bodied reds that have earned medals at international competitions.

    60 minutes here · Admission not included

  3. Chateau Kefraya

    Continue to Chateau Kefraya — one of the largest and most celebrated wine estates in Lebanon, with over 300 hectares of vineyards sprawling across the Bekaa plain. Kefraya is renowned for its flagship red blend "Comte de M" — widely considered one of the finest wines produced in the Middle East — as well as its aromatic whites and its Muse rosé. The guided tour moves through the vast cellars and barrel rooms before a structured tasting that showcases the estate's full range. For wine lovers, this is a highlight of any Lebanon itinerary.

    60 minutes here · Admission not included

  4. Chateau Ksara

    The final winery is Chateau Ksara — the oldest and most storied winery in Lebanon, founded by Jesuit monks in 1857 and now producing more wine than any other Lebanese estate. The highlight here is the extraordinary Roman cave cellar system, stretching 2 kilometres beneath the winery and discovered by the Jesuits in the late 19th century — a network of ancient tunnels where the wine ages at a naturally constant temperature year-round. Walking through these caves is as much an archaeological experience as a wine one. The tasting that follows showcases Ksara's iconic Cabernet-Syrah blends, its crisp white Blanc de Blancs, and the beloved sunset rosé.

    60 minutes here · Admission not included

  5. Zahle

    Lunch in Zahle — the capital of the Bekaa Before heading back to Beirut, stop in Zahle — Lebanon's most famous food and wine destination, known as the "Bride of the Bekaa." The city's celebrated restaurant strip along the Bardawni River is lined with terraces serving the finest Lebanese mezze in the country, accompanied by arak, local wine, and the cool mountain air of the valley. A fitting and leisurely finale to a day spent among Lebanon's greatest vineyards.

    60 minutes here

  6. Beirut

    Return to Beirut — approx. 5:00 PM Scenic drive back through the mountains with drop-off at your Beirut hotel — completing a full day through the heart of one of the world's oldest and most underrated wine regions.

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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
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Group size
Up to 9 travelers per booking
Operated by
Beirut Airport Transfer

Know before you go

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
16+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Price range
$50 to $200
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Beirut Airport Transfer, who run 24 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.8.

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Why this scores 59

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
Review evidence (18% weight)0
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)79
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas cost?

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Prices start at $50 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 Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas 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 Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas?

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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 Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 16. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas?

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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 Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas 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.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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