Duration

7 Days 6 Nights

Country

Syrian Arab Republic

Syria Tour Early March 2024

TOUR DATES:

2nd March 2024 until 8th March 2024

Step into an extraordinary expedition through Syria’s profoundly historical and culturally significant locales! Across multiple days, we’ll delve into the ancient cities of Damascus, Aleppo, Hama, Bosra, and Apamea, in addition to the breathtaking Golan Heights. As we traverse this fascinating landscape, we’ll uncover the region’s captivating history, spanning from the Roman era to the contemporary, while immersing ourselves in the genuine warmth and hospitality of the Syrian people. Embark with us on this exploration to unravel the beauty and intricacies of this remarkable corner of the world!

Check out a blog of mine about a trip to Palmyra to have a taste of what you can expect from this tour!

Gallery

Itinerary

Day 1 - BEIRUT TO DAMASCUS
BEIRUT TO DAMASCUS
- 7:00 AM Meet the group for our departure.
- Lebanon / Syria border crossing.
- Drive to Damascus, the capital of Syria.
- Via Straight Street we walk to the House Chapel of Ananias. He was one of the first Christians in Syria.
- Highlight: The Great Mosque, also known as the Ummayad Mosque.
- See the famous Al Hamidieh Grand Bazaar (the Al-Hamidiyah Souk). The perfect place to get acquainted with daily life in Damascus.
- Walk through the old center of Damascus.
- Overnight stay in Damascus.
Day 2 - SAYDNAYA, MAALOULA & KRAK DES CHEVALIERS
SAYDNAYA, MAALOULA & KRAK DES CHEVALIERS
- After breakfast we leave north, towards the Christian villages of Saydnaya and Maaloula.
- Our first stop is Saydnaya, here we’ll visit the incredible Our Lady of Saidnaya Monastery.
- We continue to Maaloula. A beautiful village against the mountains. Here the language of Christ is still spoken (Aramaic).
- We take a look at the famous monasteries Mar Sarkis and Mar Taqla.
- Drive to Krak des Chevaliers.
- Highlight: Visit to Krak des Chevaliers. This famous castle is the symbol of the Crusades and was the base for the Hospitallers.
- Overnight stay in Homs.
Day 3 - HAMA, APAMEA, ALEPPO
HAMA, APAMEA, ALEPPO
- Drive to Hama.
- Visit to the famous waterwheels in the Orontos River.
- We drive to Apamea, here we’ll visit an ancient Roman & Greek city. A lot of the ruins are still standing, which makes it a very impressive place.
- We take the car to continue towards Aleppo.
- Highlight: Visit to the well-known Aleppo Citadel. A medieval fortress in the middle of the city.
- Overnight stay in Aleppo.
Day 4 - ALEPPO, DAMASCUS
ALEPPO, DAMASCUS
- Highlight: City tour of Aleppo, one of the oldest cities in the world still inhabited.
- Walk through the old covered souk. It is still being renovated.
- Visit the Al Jdeideh district, one of the most famous neighbourhoods of the city.
- Drive down south towards Damascus. Just before the city we stop in Mar Musa.
- We’ll visit the Monastery of Saint Moses the Abyssinian, an impressive church located on the Anti-Libanon slopes.
- If possible, we will overnight at the monastery. Otherwise, we’ll overnight in Damascus.
Day 5 - BOSRA AL SHAM
BOSRA AL SHAM
- Drive to Bosra.
- Highlight: Arrival in Bosra, after which we go to the Roman Amphitheatre. A 45m long and 8,5m deep theatre that is remarkably well preserved.
- Walk through the old centre of Bosra, with e.g. the cathedral and the basilica.
- Drive to Damascus.
- Overnight stay in Damascus.
Day 6 - GOLAN HEIGHTS & BEIT JINN
GOLAN HEIGHTS & BEIT JINN
- Drive towards the Golan Height, and more precisely the city of Al Qunaitera. This city was heavily damaged during the war in 1973.
- We continue to the city of Beit Jin, a beautiful town located in the mountains.
- Highlight: We will make a tour to the hill from where we have a view on the Israeli-occupied city of Majdal Shams.
- Return to Damascus.
- Overnight stay in Damascus.
Day 7 - RETURN TO BEIRUT
Drive to the border with Lebanon. Border crossing Syria / Lebanon. Drive to Beirut. End of tour.
Drive to the border with Lebanon.
Border crossing Syria / Lebanon.
Drive to Beirut.
End of tour.

Cost Info

Price includes

Visa Approval (Security Clearance) which allows you to get the visa on arrival in Syria.
Accommodation in top hotels or homestays if mentioned.
Local Syrian Tour Guide
Foreign Arabic-speaking Tour Leader
All museum entry fees
Breakfast
Transportation throughout Syria
Transportation to and from Beirut, Lebanon

Price excludes

Actual visa fee on the Syrian border (different fee depending on your nationality)
Flights to and from Beirut
Lunch and dinner
Souvenirs
Optional tip to guide/s

FAQ

Do I need a visa for Syria?
We will arrange something called "Security Clearance" which will allow all of our group members to get the Syrian visa on arrival at the border.
Do I need a visa for Lebanon?
That depends on your nationality. Most European, Arab, and Latin American nationalities, as well as the US and Canada, do not require a visa for Lebanon.

If you do require one, we can help you arrange it. Another option is to enter Syria by flight or through Jordan, if you don't want to get a Lebanese visa.
Can I extend the tour?
Yes, of course, tour extensions are possible. You can extend the tour to stay some additional days in Damascus, or, for an additional cost, we can arrange trips for you to visit other places, such as Bosra Al Sham or Bloudan.

Price = $1,550.00

Enquiry Form

Full Name* :

Email* :

Nationality :

WhatsApp/Telegram Number :

How many people? :

Enter discount code if available :

Message :

Travelling The Unknown.

Syria & Iraq tours, vlogs, travel and more.

Syria Tour Early March 2024

Gallery

Itinerary

Day 1 - BEIRUT TO DAMASCUS

BEIRUT TO DAMASCUS

Day 2 - SAYDNAYA, MAALOULA & KRAK DES CHEVALIERS

SAYDNAYA, MAALOULA & KRAK DES CHEVALIERS

Day 3 - HAMA, APAMEA, ALEPPO

HAMA, APAMEA, ALEPPO

Day 4 - ALEPPO, DAMASCUS

ALEPPO, DAMASCUS

Day 5 - BOSRA AL SHAM

BOSRA AL SHAM

Day 6 - GOLAN HEIGHTS & BEIT JINN

GOLAN HEIGHTS & BEIT JINN

Day 7 - RETURN TO BEIRUT

Drive to the border with Lebanon. Border crossing Syria / Lebanon. Drive to Beirut. End of tour.

Cost Info

Price includes

Price excludes

FAQ

Do I need a visa for Syria?

Do I need a visa for Lebanon?

Can I extend the tour?