Top Experiences in Beiteddine (Beit ed-Dine)

A short morning drive Southeast of Beirut and here we are in Beiteddine people’s palace, the Cavaliers section, the presidential section and the Mosaics sellers.

The 18th and 19th centuries, the making of Lebanon’s modern history, The Emirs, Rulers of Mount Lebanon district, the Ottomans and the French, the palaces, life at that epoch, Rulers duties, their plans, local customs & tradition, the mulberries and silk factories, The Druze of Lebanon…

Mussa palace, a man’s dream came true, three levels of an interesting gallery and guns museum… what a nice collection of weapon I say! How well displayed, I state…

Then here we are exploring the village of Deir elQamar the Capital of the Emirs once said!

We will have a moderate walk around the old tight streets where a 14th century Mosque stands in the middle of a historical square and next to a miraculous Cathedral.

Pick up from your hotel at 09:00 to visit the National Museum in Beirut.

Visit the Beiteddine people’s palace, and learn more about the 18th and 19th centuries, the making of Lebanon’s modern history.

Visit Mussa palace, a man’s dream came true, three levels of an interesting gallery and guns museum.

Now to the old capital of Mount Lebanon once said?  Deir el kamar today, is indeed a traditional well preserved town. Explore the village, walking around the old tight streets.

Back to your hotel around 17:00

On this full-day, will have Beirut Panoramic City Tour, and take a trip to the towns of Beiteddine (Beit El Dine) and Deir El Qamar (Deir El Kamar). Immerse yourself in Lebanese beauty and culture as your local guide shows you well-preserved traditional villages and fascinating attractions, such as the Martyrs’ Statue, Beiteddine Palace and Deir El Kamar.

Hotel pick up between 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Start out at Deir Al Qamar “Monastery of the Moon” a village located south-east of Beirut in south-central Lebanon,it’s a unique Lebanese town restored and maintained in centuries-old style, preserving feudal architecture, old stepped streets, and walled gardens :45 minutes duration

Afterwards Beiteddine palace complex, Lebanon’s best example of 19th century architecture. Built by Prince Bashir, Explore the golden walls, suspended gardens, and courtyard fountains, then enjoy a spectacular view of the complex from the village of Deir Al Qamar. Duration 1 hour and a half

Duration 1 hour and a half

Lunch Stop at a local restaurant : Duration 1 hour

Last Visit Shouf Cedars Forest Reserve, hike around and explore old trees in the cedars forest.

Return back to Beirut Arrival time between 4:30 PM – 4:45 PM

Many tourists prefer to visit the touristic landscapes and sites of the country by comfortable cars and not by coaches and busses as they feel free to organize their trip itinerary and make it flexible based on their desires and wishes and to be restricted within others’tour itinerary as for time to be spent in the touristic site or as for the food dishes the are to have in certain restaurants reserved in advance . Accordingly , we highly consider the needs of our guests and tourists to make them fully satisfied

  • Full day-trip to Deir Elqamar, Moussa Castle, Beitdeen, Ein w Zein Grotto from Beirut.
• Explore the local architecture and the old streets, souk, mosque, church, museum of the unique village of Deir alqamar which was before the capital of Mount Lebanon.
• Visit the incredible Beitdeen Palace which was built in the early of 19th century.
• Explore the fabulous and beautiful Moussa castle which was built by one man on a hill between Deir alqamar and Beitedeen.
• Visit Ein W Zein Grotto to explore a beautiful limestone cave under the ground and a lots of beautiful scenery.

On this full-day of Beiteddine, Deir El Qamar and Cedars Chouf reserve, immerse yourself in Lebanese beauty and culture as you can discover the well-preserved traditional villages and fascinating attractions.Our friendly and attentive staff make your trip enjoyable and memorable. You will live an experience you will never forget. They pay attention to all details, your well-being, your comfort and your safety in order to make you feel happy and comfortable.

A half-Day tour to Beiteddine Palace and Deir El Qamar village is the best way to discover the Chouf region. Our tour is flexible in time arrangement, you may stay longer or shorter in one place as long as you inform our driver. A round-trip transport from Beirut by an air-conditioned vehicle is offered in this private tour.

Explore Lebanon in Style!

Book one of our vehicles with a Driver for a Full day tour to discover any site in Lebanon within 8 hours.

Customize your tour and choose the time you need for pick up and the time you need to return during the day (excluding night).

On this half-day Beirut trip, enjoy a tour of Beiteddine (Beit El Dine) and Deir El Qamar (Deir El Kamar) and immerse yourself in a captivating world of Lebanese history. These two traditional, well-preserved villages offer fascinating attractions, such as the Mosque of Emir Fakhr Eddine and Beiteddine Palace. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites with your expert guide and savor authentic Lebanese cuisine at a local restaurant.