Do I need a visa?

Yes, everyone coming to Syria needs a visa. Thankfully for you we sort this on our end before the tour starts. The price for the visa does fluctuate wildly between nationalities. UK is USD 140, Australians and Kiwis USD 130, many European countries will be approximately USD 70. The cheapest we have seen is for Brazilians who only pay USD10!

This fee must be paid at the border with US Dollars.

These prices may change however, so this is only an indicator.

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Is it safe?

This is the big question on everyone’s mind when they want to come to Syria. On day one when you get on that bus in Beirut to cross the border you might be nervous and even a little scared. This is completely normal, after all you are heading to a country that does have an active warzone. And given everything you've read and heard for the past decade, it would be a bit weird if you didn't have some sort of anxiety.

Despite all this however, Syria is safe. Especially the cities of Damascus, Aleppo and Latakia. We do get close to areas that have conflict, however it is extremely unlikely that we will see anything other than soldiers being transported back and forth. If you’re expecting to see bombs exploding and people shooting guns, then you will probably be let down.

There have been rocket attacks from Israel, however these seem to only be targeting military targets and have not struck anywhere near where we stay.

Overall, we need permission from the government to travel throughout Syria, and while we're there have constant security updates from multiple sources, so if somewhere is deemed too dangerous we will simply not go.


Can I talk about the conflict?

Just like with North Korea or Turkmenistan , in Syria you will see pictures of the president everywhere. It is OK to ask questions about him. However, certain topics may be touchy and better off left alone before you get to know the person you’re speaking to. However there are plenty of people that you will be able to cross this barrier with and speak freely with.

Our advice is when asking a question about something that may be sensitive, don’t ask a loaded question. Go in with an open mind.

Further, when talking about events of the war, many Syrians will refer to the current situation as “the crisis”, as opposed to simply calling it a war or anything else, as the situation itself is still very complex and the war element is largely non-existent for many Syrians now.


Is it OK to take photos?

Certainly! Syria is a stunningly beautiful country, and you can take photos to show friends and family back home. Some things to note however, we do cross through many military checkpoints and photography is obviously not allowed here.





Example Tours

Syria Autumn Budget Tour
The best way to see Syria if you only have a few days.

Oct. 31, 2024
4 days
US$795.00
Syria Autumn Budget Tour
Bookings closed!
Syria Autumn Tour
Beginning and ending in Beirut, this tour is your opportunity to see the best of Syria, including Palmyra, Aleppo, Latakia and Damascus.

Oct. 31, 2024
9 days
US$1595.00
Syria Autumn Tour
Bookings closed!
Syria New Year Budget Tour
New Year in Damascus, how cool's that! We'll throw in Bosra, Palmyra and Krak for you too, in this whirlwind tour of Syria.

Dec. 30, 2024
5 days
US$895.00
Syria New Year Budget Tour
Syria New Year Tour
What better way to bring in the New Year than with the bustling nightlife of the Damascus old town? But that's not all, we'll still take you to all our favourite spots around the rest of the country too!

Dec. 30, 2024
8 days
US$1495.00
Syria New Year Tour
Middle East Extravanganza Tour
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May 11, 2025
28 days
US$3995.00
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Summer in the Levant Budget Tour
The best of the Levant, in 8 fun-filled days, going to some of the least visited parts of Lebanon, followed by the must-sees of Syria.

May 26, 2025
8 days
US$1490.00
Summer in the Levant Budget Tour
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May 26, 2025
13 days
US$2290.00
Summer in the Levant
Summer in Syria Budget Tour
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May 30, 2025
4 days
US$795.00
Summer in Syria Budget Tour
Summer in Syria
Syria might not be the first place that jumps to mind for a summer holiday, but why not?!

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9 days
US$1595.00
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Syria Autumn Budget Tour
A jam-packed few days in this troubled, but spectacular country.

Oct. 31, 2025
4 days
US$795.00
Syria Autumn Budget Tour
Syria Autumn Tour
We want to show you every side of this wonderful country - the famous history, the recent crisis, but also the nightlife and the beach parties.

Oct. 31, 2025
9 days
US$1595.00
Syria Autumn Tour
Middle East Extravanganza Tour
Three countries with so much in common, and yet so much variety, Iran, Lebanon and Syria certainly all have a story to tell.

May 13, 2024
28 days
US$3995.00
Middle East Extravanganza Tour
Completed
Summer in the Levant Budget Tour
The best of the Levant, in 8 fun-filled days, going to some of the least visited parts of Lebanon, followed by the must-sees of Syria.

May 28, 2024
8 days
US$1490.00
Summer in the Levant Budget Tour
Completed
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Syria and Lebanon are two countries rife with turmoil, but this doesn't stop them from being wonderful travel destinations, and if you want a fascinating holiday, this is the trip for you.

May 28, 2024
13 days
US$2290.00
Summer in the Levant
Completed
Summer in Syria Budget Tour
Anyone looking to see the must-see sights of Syria, but you only have a few days to do it in? We've designed this super speedy short tour just for you!

June 1, 2024
4 days
US$795.00
Summer in Syria Budget Tour
Completed
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Syria might not be the first place that jumps to mind for a summer holiday, but why not?!

June 1, 2024
9 days
US$1595.00
Summer in Syria
Completed
Syria July Budget Tour
A jam-packed few days in this troubled, but spectacular country.

July 25, 2024
4 days
US$795.00
Syria July Budget Tour
Completed
Syria July Tour
Such an amazing country, we hope you're going to love Syria as much as we do. We carefully explore all aspects of this country, and can't wait to show it to you!

July 25, 2024
9 days
US$1595.00
Syria July Tour
Completed

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