Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only
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Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only is a 9-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $135 per person. It scores 53 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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- 53 / 100
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- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $135 per person
This is Lebanon's most spectacular seasonal day tour — and one of the most rewarding journeys you can make in the entire country. Available only from May to October, this small-group guided tour takes you from a cliff-fa
What you get
- Comfortable transportation
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Small group sizes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional, knowledgeable guides
About this experience
This is Lebanon's most spectacular seasonal day tour — and one of the most rewarding journeys you can make in the entire country. Available only from May to October, this small-group guided tour takes you from a cliff-face monastery in the Qadisha Valley, up through the ancient Cedars of God at 2,000 metres, and over a breathtaking mountain road that opens each May to bring you down into the Bekaa Valley and the greatest Roman temples on earth at Baalbek. Begin at the Monastery of Kozhaya — carved into the limestone cliff face of the Qadisha Valley & home to the first printing press ever used in the Middle East. Walk among thousand-year-old cedar trees on an easy one-hour guided hike. Cross the mountain pass via one of the most scenic drives in Lebanon. Stand inside Baalbek — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Temple of Bacchus is larger than the Parthenon. Lunch in Baalbek is fully included. Your professional guide brings every extraordinary stop to life warmly throughout the day.
What's included
Included
- Comfortable transportation
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Small group sizes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional, knowledgeable guides
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Food or drinks unless specified
What you'll see and do
Beirut
8:30 AM — Pickup from your Beirut hotel Your professional guide meets you at your hotel and heads north along the coastal highway before climbing into the Lebanese mountains — the scenery becoming more dramatic with every kilometre as you approach the Qadisha Valley.
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Maronite Monastery of St. Anthony The Great
Monastery of Saint Anthony of Kozhaya — carved into the cliff Begin at one of Lebanon's oldest and most atmospheric monasteries — the Monastery of Saint Anthony of Kozhaya, carved directly into the limestone cliff face of the Qadisha Valley in the 12th century. Cave chapels, ancient stone cells, and the wonderful peace of the gorge create a truly serene and special atmosphere. Inside, two remarkable treasures — a cave sanctuary that has welcomed pilgrims for over eight centuries, and the first printing press ever used in the Middle East, brought here by Maronite monks in the 16th century. Your guide brings the extraordinary story of this remarkable place to life with warmth and care.
30 minutes here
Qadisha Valley
Qadisha Valley viewpoint — UNESCO World Heritage photo stop Ascend to the rim of the magnificent Qadisha Valley for a brief and breathtaking photo stop. Sheer limestone walls drop hundreds of metres below, dotted with ancient monastery caves carved into the rock face over seventeen centuries. Your guide explains the valley's remarkable spiritual history as you take in one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Lebanon.
30 minutes here
The Cedars of God
Cedars of God — easy guided hike through ancient trees Walk among the Cedars of God — a UNESCO-protected grove of magnificent ancient cedar trees at 2,000 metres above sea level, some over 1,000 years old. A gentle one-hour guided hike along the marked trail takes you comfortably through the grove — suitable for all fitness levels and all ages, with no steep terrain. The mountain air is wonderfully fresh and cool, the scenery is beautiful, and the sense of walking among trees that built Phoenician ships and Solomon's Temple is genuinely moving. Your guide explains the ecology and conservation story of this precious protected forest throughout the walk.
60 minutes here
Stone of the Pregnant Woman — a wonderful introduction Before the temples, your guide takes you to the ancient Roman quarry to see the Stone of the Pregnant Woman — a single limestone block 21 metres long and weighing an estimated 1,000 tonnes, still lying exactly where it was cut 2,000 years ago. A wonderful and awe-inspiring way to prepare for the extraordinary scale of what awaits at the temple complex just minutes ahead.
15 minutes here
Baalbek Temple
Baalbek Temple Complex — a UNESCO World Heritage wonder Enter one of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in the world — the Baalbek temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Temple of Jupiter stands on Trilithon stones each weighing over 800 tonnes. The Temple of Bacchus — larger than the Parthenon and almost entirely intact — is the best-preserved Roman temple in the world. The Temple of Venus completes an extraordinary complex that has amazed visitors for centuries. Your guide brings the full story of Baalbek to life in a clear, engaging, and deeply memorable way for everyone in the group.
90 minutes here
Baalbeck
Lunch in Baalbek — included A generous and delicious included lunch at a local Baalbek restaurant — hearty Bekaa Valley mezze, grilled meats, and fresh flatbread in a town that has been welcoming and feeding visitors for two thousand years. Fully included in your tour price — nothing extra to pay. A wonderful and well-earned break after an extraordinary day.
60 minutes here
Beirut
Return to Beirut — approx. 6:30–7:30 PM Your guide and driver bring you comfortably back to Beirut via the Damascus highway with drop-off at your hotel — completing a truly exceptional day that journeyed from a cliff-face monastery to ancient cedar trees to the world's greatest Roman temples, via a mountain road that only exists for six months of the year.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH
Tickets are not included: Please note this option does not include tickets. This cost goes on your own. Duration: 9 hours Lunch included:: The lunch is included in the price of the tour Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR WITHOUT LUNCH
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 Duration: 9 hours 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 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lebanon Daily Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $135 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lebanon Daily Tours, who run 21 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.6.
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Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.
How much does Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only cost?
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Prices start at $135 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 Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 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 Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only?
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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 Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only?
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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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Qadisha, Cedars Hike & Baalbek Small-Group Tour | May–Oct Only 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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