Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive worth booking?
Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $89 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $89 per person
Lebanon's magnificent north is waiting to be discovered — and this small-group guided tour from Beirut is the most complete and most comfortable way to experience it. Four extraordinary destinations, a professional guide at every step, and all tickets and lunch fully included. Nothing to organise, nothing extra to pay — just a wonderful full day in one of the most beautiful and most spiritually rich landscapes in the Middle East. Begin at the breathtaking Qadisha Valley — a UNESCO World Heritage gorge where ancient monasteries cling to sheer limestone cliffs. Visit the Khalil Gibran Museum in Bcharre — the hilltop collection of Lebanon's most beloved poet. Walk among the ancient Cedars of God on a gentle hike through a UNESCO-protected grove at 2,000 metres. And end the day at the Monastery of Kozhaya — carved into the cliff face of the valley, home to the first printing press ever used in the Middle East. All tickets included. Lunch in Bcharre included. A truly exceptional day.
What you get
About this experience
Lebanon's magnificent north is waiting to be discovered — and this small-group guided tour from Beirut is the most complete and most comfortable way to experience it. Four extraordinary destinations, a professional guide at every step, and all tickets and lunch fully included. Nothing to organise, nothing extra to pay — just a wonderful full day in one of the most beautiful and most spiritually rich landscapes in the Middle East. Begin at the breathtaking Qadisha Valley — a UNESCO World Heritage gorge where ancient monasteries cling to sheer limestone cliffs. Visit the Khalil Gibran Museum in Bcharre — the hilltop collection of Lebanon's most beloved poet. Walk among the ancient Cedars of God on a gentle hike through a UNESCO-protected grove at 2,000 metres. And end the day at the Monastery of Kozhaya — carved into the cliff face of the valley, home to the first printing press ever used in the Middle East. All tickets included. Lunch in Bcharre included. A truly exceptional day.
What's included
Included
- Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
- All Entrance Fees (if option selected)
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Small group sizes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional, knowledgeable guides
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
- 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 beautiful Lebanese mountains toward the north — the scenery becoming more dramatic and more spectacular with every kilometre.
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Qadisha Valley
Qadisha Valley — a UNESCO World Heritage wonder Arrive at the rim of the magnificent Qadisha Valley — one of the most breathtaking and most photographed viewpoints in Lebanon. Sheer limestone walls drop hundreds of metres to the valley floor below, dotted with ancient monastery caves and hermitages that Christian communities have carved into the rock face over seventeen centuries of faith and devotion. Qadisha means "Holy" in Aramaic — a name this sacred valley has fully earned. Your guide explains the remarkable story of the communities who chose these dramatic and inaccessible cliffs as their spiritual home, pointing out the monastery caves visible in the rock face below. Multiple photo stops along the rim give everyone in the group the best possible views and photographs.
20 minutes here
Khalil Gibran Museum — Lebanon's most celebrated poet Visit the museum dedicated to Khalil Gibran — Lebanon's most beloved writer, philosopher, and painter, whose book The Prophet has sold over 100 million copies in more than 100 languages. Housed in a beautifully restored former Carmelite monastery carved into the cliff above Bcharre, the museum contains a wonderful collection of Gibran's original paintings, watercolours, and personal manuscripts. His tomb is here in the cave chapel — exactly where he asked to be buried, returning to the mountain village that shaped his entire life and work. Your guide brings Gibran's story and philosophy to life in an accessible and genuinely touching way that resonates with visitors of all backgrounds.
30 minutes here · Admission included
The Cedars of God
Cedars of God — a gentle hike among Lebanon's ancient giants 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 with trunks measuring more than 14 metres in circumference. A gentle 45-minute guided hike along the marked trail takes you through the grove at a comfortable pace — suitable for all fitness levels and all ages, with no steep terrain and no technical difficulty. The mountain air is fresh and cool, the scenery is magnificent, and the sense of walking among trees that built Phoenician ships and Solomon's Temple is genuinely special and moving. Your guide explains the ecology and conservation story of this protected forest throughout.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Bcharre
Lunch in Bcharre — included A well-earned and thoroughly enjoyable lunch at one of Bcharre's welcoming mountain restaurants — generous Lebanese mezze, grilled meats, and fresh bread with beautiful Qadisha Valley views. Fully included in your tour price — nothing extra to pay. A wonderful and relaxing break before the day's final and most atmospheric stop.
60 minutes here
Maronite Monastery of St. Anthony The Great
Kozhaya Monastery — carved into the valley cliff face Descend into the Qadisha Valley for the day's most atmospheric and most memorable final stop — the Monastery of Saint Anthony of Kozhaya, one of Lebanon's oldest and most venerated monasteries, carved directly into the limestone cliff face of the valley wall in the 12th century. Cave chapels, ancient stone cells, and the wonderful peace of the gorge create a truly special and serene atmosphere that stays with every visitor. Inside, two remarkable treasures await — a cave sanctuary that has been a place of pilgrimage 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 full and fascinating history of this extraordinary place to life with warmth and care.
30 minutes here
Beirut
Return to Beirut — approx. 6:00–7:00 PM Your guide and driver bring you comfortably back to Beirut with drop-off at your hotel — completing a truly exceptional full day in Lebanon's magnificent north, with every ticket paid and every meal taken care of.
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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 WITHOUT LUNCH
Lunch & Tickets not included:: Please note this option does not include Lunch & Tickets. This cost goes on your own. Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH + TICKETS
Tickets Included: Tickets to all historical sites are included on the price of the tour Lunch included: The lunch is included in the price of the tour Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH
Tickets Included: Please note this option does not include Tickets. This cost goes on your own. Duration: 9 hours Lunch included: Lunch is included in the price of the tour. 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
- Thu, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lebanon Daily Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Spectacular views, fragrant tree giants and authentic food
The tour took place in a thankful manner, although only 2 guests participated. Tour guide Mike drove safely, relaxed and experienced through the disastrous traffic. He additionally stopped at beautiful viewpoints and explained everything well and understandably. We had the opportunity to explore the places according to our own needs. Choosing the restaurant for the food was a local insider tip.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good places, good food and wonderful driver guide
Places visited were interesting. Lunch was included in the tour. Food was unexpectedly good and with rich choices. Our driver guide Fadi was humble, considerate and hospitable. All this made our tour joyous memorable.
via Tripadvisor
Exceptional Tour thoroughly recommended.
Fantastic guide gave me a tour of the area. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Collected and dropped off at my hotel.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Sun
- Price range
- $89 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
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 Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beirut.
How much does Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive cost?
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Prices start at $89 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 Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive 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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive?
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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 Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive 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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive?
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Included: Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected); All Entrance Fees (if option selected); Hotel Pick up & Drop off; Small group sizes; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Gratuities (optional); and Food or drinks unless specified. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 176 listed pickup locations in and around Beirut. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive 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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive?
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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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive 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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive 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 Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Qadisha Valley, Cedars Hike & Kozhaya | Small-Group All-Inclusive?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including GUIDED TOUR WITHOUT LUNCH, GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH + TICKETS, GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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