Day Itinerary
10 Activities
Day 1
57 mi2 mi
West Lebanon - Byblos, Hakel and Faraya
Today you will visit one of the oldest continuously inhabited city in the word, Byblos, where you will see the intriguing church, the patron of the city of Byblos with fantastic Byzantine mosaics, learn about Armenian Genocide at the local museum and gaze at the ancient ruins of previous civilizations at the Crusader Citadel. In the afternoon, you will watch the fascinating collection of fossils and hike to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Lebanon at the highland village.
10:005 min
You will leave your car here and explore the fascinating, one of the oldest in the world, city of Byblos.
It's always great to walk and explore the city, but if it's boiling outside – take care of yourself and travel by car.
It's always great to walk and explore the city, but if it's boiling outside – take care of yourself and travel by car.
0.4 mi
10 min
10:1545 min
In the middle of the souks and at heat of city of Byblos, you will find the hidden germ - one of the most beautiful and oldest churches in the Lebanon, Church of St. Jean Marc (the patron of Byblos) or the St. John's Cathedral as it's called and built in 12th century during the Crusaders' dominion in the magnificent Romanesque style. Currently, it's the seat of Maronite Catholic Eparchy of Byblos.
Look up at the beautiful decorative groin vaults on the side aisles of the church and elegant arched baptistery on the western side of the cathedral. Pay attention to the courtyard with a lovely garden where you will see the ancient Byzantine mosaics.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 8:00 - 18:00
Look up at the beautiful decorative groin vaults on the side aisles of the church and elegant arched baptistery on the western side of the cathedral. Pay attention to the courtyard with a lovely garden where you will see the ancient Byzantine mosaics.
Open Hours: Monday - Sunday: 8:00 - 18:00
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