The most prestigious and dense cedars forests in Lebanon are situated at high altitudes in the Majestic Mountains of Mount Lebanon district, around 90 minutes from Beirut city.
Tour start at 9am driving up to the mountain peaks at 1800m altitude.
We will discover the majestic Cedars and the wild life while walking through the natural reserve of Maaser el Shouf protected forest all the way to Al Barouk.
Lunch after a long walk is an option at one of Barouk’s Lebanese cuisine restaurants.
Skiing in Lebanon became widely popular in the 1930’s and the first ski lifts were installed in the 1950’s in the Cedars resort. Today Lebanon has six ski resorts with groomed slopes, catering for skiers and snowboarders from all levels. Beyond the skiable domains await you kilometers of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails waiting to be explored; Lebanon has something for everyone. Each ski resort has a different flavor; however, it is Faraya Mzaar with its world-class infrastructure and the Cedars with its charming atmosphere that retain most of the attention.
Faraya Mzaar resort has 42 slopes and 80 kilometers of ski tracks, and falls one hour away from Beirut. The skiing season in Lebanon is similar in length to that of the Alps, stretching over a period of 4 months from mid-December till early April. Skiers, snowboarders, snowmobile addicts and cross-country lovers book this resort from all parts of the world. Starting at 1850m, you may reach the 2465m top of Mzaar and enjoy the breathtaking view over the colorful Bekaa Valley, Mount Hermon of the Anti-Lebanon and other peaks like Laqlouq and the Cedars. Coastal towns and even Beirut the capital might be seen on a clear day. Those who want a break from skiing will enjoy a big variety of après-ski activities.
At Faraya Mzaar if you are an advanced skier, you will need at least two days to ski the best of the resort and start searching for new tracks. An option here, if looking for a more challenging day, is to hire a guide from the ski school to show you other exciting areas. Intermediates will have a lot of fun, and it is also an ideal resort for beginners as the lower slopes are wide and gentle.
Drive to Jeita village the address of the world's most beautiful caves, where reaction of water and soil built stalagmites & stalactites. The caves were voted to be among the 7 natural wonders of the world. Next to the city of Byblos for lunch and then explore one of the oldest Phoenician inhabited Mediterranean city and its attractive medieval down town with its Crusader castle, important archaeological site, the fossils galleria, the old St Jhon Catholique church and St. Mary’s Orthodox churches, as well as the Roman wall and beautifully restored cobbled lanes.
At 2000 to 3000m altitude, The Cedars Ski resort is located in North of Lebanon governorate, 2 hours from the Capital, Beirut. Modern infrastructure for all kind of winter sports. Necessary equipment and material may be rented on site while a number of hotels, restaurants and bars are spread around the main resort.
It is amazingly possible to ski in the morning at 2500m altitude then swim in the afternoon in the 20 degrees Celsius waters of the Mediterranean. Skiing in the Middle East in such a unique country is really fascinating.
Enjoy a full day in Beirut and meet this amazing atractions: Baalbeck, one of the oldest Roman ruins and museum in the ME located in the heart of the green Bekaa Valley. Anjar, the only Omayad ruins in Lebanon. Ksara, one the prestigious wineries in Lebanon.
At 2000 to 2800m altitude, Faraya Ski resort is located in Mount Lebanon district, 80 minutes from the Capital, Beirut. Modern infrastructure for all kind of winter sports. Necessary equipment and material may be rented on site while a number of hotels, restaurants and bars are spread around the main resort.
It is amazingly possible to ski in the morning at 2500m altitude then swim in the afternoon in the 20 degrees Celsius waters of the Mediterranean. Skiing in the Middle East in such a unique country is really fascinating.
Disfrute de un día completo en Beirut, y conozca las siguientes atracciones: Baalbeck: una de las ruinas romanas y museo más antiguos en Medio Oriente situados en el corazón del verde valle de Bekaa. Anjar: las únicas ruinas Omayad en Líbano. Ksara: una de las bodegas de prestigio en Líbano.
The Bekaa Valley produces the finest Lebanese wines. Situated in the east of the country, the Bekaa valley wineries are among the most famous in the Middle-East.
My roots are in water and green leaves are under a wonderful sun, I have all what I need to produce the finest grapes!
… And here comes the harvest time, wine making follows…
There are more than 70 wineries around the country boosting the wine making in Lebanon. The taste varies from winery to another; valley wine has a smooth fruity taste while mountain wines are just louder.
Our tour start from your hotel to Kefraya winery south of the valley, a nice tour inside then an overview of a widespread grapes terrain…
Ksara wineries comes next, winning hundreds of prices from around the world, this Chateau is unique. Wide natural caves are below the premises, best place to product our expensive wines!
A documentary and an abundant wine tasting are next.
Lunch time, in Ksara; yes why not? Here comes a variety of fresh salads at the bar and of course wine from the oak barrels! Steaks and chicken are also on the menu.
Would you prefer to have lunch in the capital of the Lebanese Mezze? The Bardouni restaurants are 10 minutes away!
Now it’s time to visit this wonderful family business winery, Chateau Khoury, which is situated up on the hills overlooking the city of Zahle. Nice wine, fruity taste and much more…
Don’t forget to buy your wine for the night!
Cheers!
Visit Jeita grottos finalist for the new 7 wonders of the world. Visit Byblos the oldest inhabited Phoenician city and its Crusades citadel and old souks. Visit the monastery and cathedral of St. Mary Harissa overlooking the wonderful bay of Jounieh city.
Batroun governorate is situated in the mid north of Lebanon, stretching from the Mediterranean up to 2300 meters above sea level.
Batroun city has a Phoenician old town as well as many wineries spread all over the mountains that surround the city.
Our tour start at 9am from your hotel and back around 5pm.
We drive the northern highway 65 Km from Beirut. Batroun City is ahead while the wineries are up the hills.
Modern infrastructure, mouthwatering wines in three different wineries, and an optional lunch at "Ixir", the leading winery in Batroun.
Now that you’ve tried our wines, let’s check what is going on in the Phoenician neighborhood in Batroun city and have the famous local lemonade or maybe a cup of coffee by the sea.
Great tastes… Great city!