Jeita, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | All Inclusive Beirut

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About this activity

Three of Lebanon's most iconic attractions — Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos — in one complete guided day, with lunch and all tickets included and one clear, transparent price. This is the best value small-group tour available from Beirut — everything covered, nothing hidden, no surprises on the day.

A professional guide is with you at every stop, making sure you get the full story behind every landmark you visit. Jeita Grotto — a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature finalists — is one of the most spectacular natural experiences in the Middle East. The Harissa cable car takes you 650 metres above the Mediterranean to the iconic shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon. Byblos — inhabited for over 7,000 years — closes the day with a Crusader castle, ancient ruins, a charming old souk, and an included waterfront lunch. Professional guide. Lunch included. All tickets included. One affordable price.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Arabic, English
Operated by: Lebanon Daily Tours

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch in a local restaurant (if option selected)
Included: Tickets / Admission to Jeita Grotto (if option selected)
Included: Tickets /Admission Byblos Castle (if option selected)
Included: Hotel Pick up & Drop off
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional, knowledgeable guides

Not included

Not included: Gratuities (optional)
Not included: Food or drinks unless specified
Not included: Entry/Admission Harissa Cable Car (optional)

Itinerary

Beirut

Passing by

8:30 AM — Pickup from your Beirut hotel

Your professional guide meets you at your hotel and heads north — Jeita Grotto is just 30 minutes away and the day begins underground.
Jeita Grotto

1 h 30 min Admission included

Jeita Grotto — Lebanon's most spectacular natural wonder

Enter one of Lebanon's most treasured natural wonders — a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site and top-five finalist in the New 7 Wonders of Nature. The upper cave is explored on foot through an elevated walkway where stalactites and stalagmites up to 8 metres tall create formations of extraordinary natural beauty. The lower cave is navigated by silent electric boat along an underground river through chambers of breathtaking stillness. Your guide brings the geological story of these magnificent caves to life — making the experience even more wonderful and memorable for visitors of all ages.
Stop 3

15 min Admission not included

Harissa cable car — a wonderful ride above Jounieh Bay

From underground to above the clouds — board the famous Harissa Téléférique at Jounieh and ride comfortably up to 650 metres above sea level as Jounieh Bay spreads beautifully beneath you. The views on the ascent are among the most photographed in Lebanon and the ride is a genuinely exciting experience for visitors of all ages. Your guide points out the coastal landmarks as you ascend.
The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon

30 min

Our Lady of Lebanon — a beautiful mountaintop shrine

At the mountaintop, the beloved bronze statue of Our Lady of Lebanon stands with arms outstretched toward the Mediterranean — 8.5 metres tall and one of the most cherished religious monuments in the Middle East. Surrounded by the beautiful Maronite Basilica and neighbouring churches, Harissa is one of Lebanon's most visited and most spiritually significant destinations. Your guide shares the history and meaning of this wonderful place warmly and respectfully.
Byblos Castle

45 min Admission included

Byblos Castle & archaeological site — 7,000 years of history

Arrive in Byblos — one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on earth — and explore its wonderful archaeological site where 7,000 years of human history unfold in a single enjoyable walk. The 12th-century Crusader castle was built from recycled Phoenician and Roman stones. Inside: Neolithic foundations, Bronze Age temples, Phoenician royal tombs, and Roman streets. Byblos gave the world its alphabet and its name gave us the word Bible. Your guide brings these wonderful stories to life in a warm and accessible way that visitors of all ages thoroughly enjoy.
Old Souk

30 min

Byblos Old Souk & fishing port

Step into the charming old souk — stone-paved lanes with jewellery workshops, antique dealers, and welcoming cafés — before wandering down to the beautiful ancient fishing harbour where colourful boats bob against a backdrop of medieval walls and the sparkling Mediterranean. One of the most photogenic and most enjoyable spots in Lebanon.
Byblos

one hour

Lunch in Byblos — included

A wonderful included lunch at a waterfront Byblos restaurant — fresh Lebanese mezze and seafood with the beautiful ancient fishing harbour as your backdrop. Fully included in your tour price — nothing extra to pay. One of the loveliest lunch settings in Lebanon and a thoroughly enjoyable close to a truly memorable day.
Beirut

Passing by

Return to Beirut — approx. 5:00–6:00 PM

Your guide and driver bring you comfortably back to Beirut with drop-off at your hotel — completing a wonderful full day through Lebanon's most spectacular natural wonder, its most beloved mountaintop shrine, and one of the oldest cities on earth. Everything included. Nothing extra paid.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Matar Residence Hotel
Tilia Apart Hotel
Grand Suites Hotel
Taj Suites
Honey House Hotel
Universal Residence
Beit Toureef
Astra Hotel
Assaha Ghobeiry Hotel
Divan Hotel Apartments
Palm Ville Suites

and 172 more pickup points

We pick-up travelers from any Hotel, Residence or Airbnb in Beirut.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH + TICKETS

Tickets Included: Ticket to the Jeita Grotto is included in the price of the tour

Lunch included: The lunch is included in the price of the tour

Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR WITHOUT LUNCH

Lunch & Tickets not included: Please note this option does not include the Lunch and tickets. This cost goes on your own.

Duration: 8 hours

Pickup included
GUIDED TOUR + LUNCH

Tickets are not included: Please note this option does not include tickets. This cost goes on your own.

Lunch included: The lunch is included in the price of the tour

Pickup included