Beginning and ending in Lebanonās vibrant capital, Beirut, this tour is your opportunity to see Syria at a unique point in its history. Until the recent war, the only thing most people knew about Syria was Palmyra, and now Syriaās famous but for all the wrong reasons. But guess what ā thereās a lot more to it than youād expect! Starting with the buzzing old town of Damascus, the streets of which are lined with cool bars and cafes, weāll make our way to the wartorn old town of Aleppo, stopping on the way at charming coffee stands and destroyed villages. Shrouded in a coat of destruction, weāll then visit Palmyra, which now requires special permission to get into, but despite its tragic recent history, is still a breath-taking site. A visit to the beach resort of Latakia, an afternoon relaxing in a hammam, and no doubt some genuine Syrian hospitality later, weāll return to Damascus, before ending the tour in Beirut.
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Visa approval |
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Accommodation in twin share at roughly 3 star hotels/guesthouses, breakfast included |
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Transport, beginning and ending in Beirut |
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Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary, except hammam |
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SAIGA guide and local guides |
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $350
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Visa fee (paid at the border on arrival) |
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Departure tax (approx. $5, paid at the border) |
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Hammam (approx. $10 per person) |
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Meals other than breakfast |
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Transport to and from Beirut |
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Accommodation and any other services in Lebanon |
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Personal expenses such as souvenirs or any optional activities |
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Any COVID related requirements |
Explore the vibrant old city of Damascus
Take in the spectacular anceint site of Palmyra
See how Syrians relax at the beach resort of Latakia
Get a first hand view of how Syria is rebuilding after the civil war