Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch in Beirut, Lebanon
Beirut, Lebanon

Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch

Outty Ranking 68 4.5 · 44 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $110
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Outty Ranking

68/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.5/5

Based on 44 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch worth booking?

Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Beirut, Lebanon, from $110 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (44)
Duration
8 hours
From
$110 per person

Enjoy a full-day trip from Beirut to the fascinating Lebanese cities of Tyre (a UNESCO World Heritage), Sidon and Maghdouche. With your local expert guide, you’ll visit three of the most beautifully preserved towns in Lebanon and discover many cultural influences. Admire wonderful buildings such as the Crusader Cathedral of Tyre, the Sidon Sea Castle and the Al-Saydeh Ancient Church in Maghdouche. Immerse yourself in a world of colorful history and spirituality on this full-day trip from Beirut.

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy a full-day trip from Beirut to the fascinating Lebanese cities of Tyre (a UNESCO World Heritage), Sidon and Maghdouche. With your local expert guide, you’ll visit three of the most beautifully preserved towns in Lebanon and discover many cultural influences. Admire wonderful buildings such as the Crusader Cathedral of Tyre, the Sidon Sea Castle and the Al-Saydeh Ancient Church in Maghdouche. Immerse yourself in a world of colorful history and spirituality on this full-day trip from Beirut.

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional Licensed English and French speaking guide (All day Touring)
    • Lunch
    • Pickup and drop-off is included if the guests are staying in Hotels only located within Beirut City (not Hostels, airbnb, or private apartment)
    • Entrance Fees to all mentioned sites in the Program
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Tyre

      Visit the Castle of Tyre

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Crusaders Sea Castle

      Visit the Sea Castle of Sidon

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    3. The Great al-Omari Mosque

      Visit the old souks and the soap museam

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Maghdoucheh

      Visit Our Lady of Maghdouche ( Saydet El Mantara)

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Beirut

    Beirut, Lebanon

    Alternatively, we offer pick up and drop from Hotels located in Beirut City Only. (No Pick up from Hostels, airbnbs, or private residences). You must provide hotel name upon booking.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations.

    Ends at

    Beirut · Beirut, Lebanon

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, fr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Thu
    Group size
    Up to 9 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Nakhal & Cie

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Value for money

    3 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    44 verified traveler reviews for Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    sonaa821 · January 2020

    Enriching experience

    Very informative and enriching experience. Though it was raining, the tour was so interesting, the group enjoyed it much. Our guide Lucy was very caring, knowledgeable, and cheerful.

    via Tripadvisor

    Taoyuan1 · January 2020

    Good tour/guide. Office staff could be better

    Had a very nice day tour with this company. The guide Walid was great — strong English skills, good knowledge base, and a nice person throughout the tour. In fact, he even went out of his way to help the others on my tour, and I was very impressed with his work all day long. That said, I knocked off one star because the company wouldn’t pick me up at a residential address (their competitors would), and managed to fumble the pickups of the other two people, such that they also had to go to the main office. The lady working at the main office was not interested in helping figure out where to go.

    via Tripadvisor

    leonardoa160 · January 2020

    Beyond Beirut

    Super prepared and friendly staff. Guide knew everything about her country's ancient and contemporary history, and beyond. We had a great time and we saw and learn stuff you miss if you stay just in Beirut. Also a good chance to meet people if you're a lonely traveler as me. Next time I'll take the Bekka valley tour for sure!

    via Tripadvisor

    simonbR4136TT · December 2019

    Tyre and Sidon

    The medieval castle in Sidon and the walk through the old town was most enjoyable but the highlight was the Roman remains in Tyre especially the hippodrome. Look out for the monumental Roman arch, gateway to the ancient but also remains of the Roman road with its arcades and the remains of the aqueduct. The other site in Tyre is on the headland and equally worth a visit with its view over the open sea.

    via Tripadvisor

    Freddy_on_trips · October 2019

    Average tour due to Jacques - 12 Sep 2019

    We booked this tour with Viator. On the day of the tour we went to the main branch for pick up. The tour started on time: it included lunch and entries to different attractions. Since the tour started around 8 am we assumed that they would take a small coffee or breakfast break however it wasn’t the case. Jacques (the guide) failed to advise us regarding that point; we could have gotten some coffee while waiting for the bus since there is a small convenience store next to the departure location. Our first stop was at Sidon at the Crusaders’ fortress; it was very enjoyable and not too many people (rating 4/5). Next, we ventured sadly very quickly in the food souk to reach the Soap Factory which was an average visit (rating 3/5) with a very expensive coffee shop (5000L.L. (3.5$ US) for a tiny lemonade glass and 3500L.L. (2.25$ US) for a Turkish coffee). We then walked through the souks very briefly (pity would have been much better than the soap factory) and visited the St Nicholas orthodox church (rating 4/5). Our last stop in Sidon was Khan El Franj for a brief visit before we left to Tyre. Our 1st stop there was the Tyre Hippodrome which was amazing (rating 5/5) and our 2nd stop was Al Mina site which is also beautiful to visit (rating 5/5). Once we were done we were taken to Maghdouche for lunch at the Arc restaurant where we were served a Lebanese mezza. The main dish to our disappointment was chicken with mushroom and cheese (not a Lebanese dish). Furthermore, alcohol was not included in the price and was very expensive as a 250 ml Beer was 4$ (pure rip-off). The service was good though. Once done our final stop was the lady of Maghdouche. We visited the new church (rating 3/5) and the old church in the cave (rating 4/5). The peak of the visit is the statue and it is highly recommended to go up to the top if opened. The view is breathtaking and is well worth the climb. Overall: • No stop for breakfast - it should have been indicated in the voucher. • The tour is overall interesting but Jacques our guide had a fast pace in walking (some people weren’t able to follow) and he was rushing everything. He even skipped the Christian portion in the city of Sidon after he had told us we would visit it. • Additionally, according to my wife, Jacques was giving false historical information. I advise you strongly to go with another tour guide. • The restaurant is a letdown. • In terms of the tour, they should have offered each person a bottle of water for the journey.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Thu
    Price range
    $110 to $150
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    15
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Nakhal & Cie, who run 12 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.

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    Why this scores 68

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
    Review evidence (18% weight)72
    Booking momentum (14% weight)65
    Value for money (12% weight)62
    Listing quality (10% weight)73
    Local standing (8% weight)18
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $110 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 44 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch?

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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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch?

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    Around 15 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch?

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    Included: Professional Licensed English and French speaking guide (All day Touring); Lunch; Pickup and drop-off is included if the guests are staying in Hotels only located within Be; Entrance Fees to all mentioned sites in the Program; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Beirut. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch offered in?

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    It is offered in English and French. 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch?

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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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch 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 Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Day Trip - With Lunch?

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    Across 44 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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