From Beirut - Private Tour to Afqa Waterfall & Baatara Gorge

Highlights

• Visit Saint Charbel in Faraya and the sacred mountain setting of Akoura
• Discover Afqa Waterfall and the dramatic Baatara Gorge in one mountain day
• Explore Tannourine and Douma, two authentic Lebanese mountain villages
• Travel privately by SUV with a flexible multilingual driver-guide
• Escape Beirut for scenic roads, valleys, waterfalls, and mountain views

Description

Discover a different side of Lebanon on a private full-day journey through some of the country’s most spectacular mountain landscapes. Travel from Beirut by comfortable private SUV with your multilingual driver-guide through waterfalls, valleys, sacred sites, panoramic viewpoints, and traditional mountain villages.

Begin in Faraya with a visit to the Saint Charbel Church and Statue, set high in the Lebanese mountains. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and sweeping views before continuing deeper into the highlands.

Travel next to Afqa Waterfall, where water emerges beneath dramatic limestone cliffs in one of Lebanon’s most impressive natural settings. Take time to enjoy the scenery, walk around the area, and capture photographs.

Continue through the mountain landscape, passing through the Laqlouq region on the way toward Akoura. Visit Saydet El-Habes, a remarkable sanctuary built into the rocky mountainside, and enjoy panoramic views over Akoura’s valleys and surrounding peaks.

The journey continues to the spectacular Baatara Gorge, famous for its dramatic limestone formations and waterfall descending through natural rock bridges. Explore the viewpoints and experience one of Lebanon’s most distinctive natural landmarks.

Continue toward Tannourine, surrounded by rugged mountains, valleys, and traditional Lebanese scenery. Enjoy time in the village and, depending on your preference and the pace of the day, stop for lunch in the region.

Then travel along scenic mountain roads toward Douma, one of Lebanon’s most charming traditional villages. Walk through its historic old souk, admire its stone architecture and red-tiled roofs, and experience the relaxed atmosphere of authentic Lebanese mountain life.

Throughout the day, the itinerary remains private and flexible. Scenic stops and timing can be adjusted according to your interests, traffic, weather conditions, and available time.

Return to Beirut after a memorable journey combining Lebanon’s spirituality, waterfalls, dramatic landscapes, mountain roads, and traditional village culture.

Includes

• Private full-day tour
• Comfortable air-conditioned private SUV
• Private multilingual driver-guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beirut
• Fuel and parking expenses
• Bottled water
• Wi-Fi in the vehicle
• Mandatory admission fees required for the standard itinerary

Excludes

• Food and additional drinks
• Optional activities not included in the standard itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities

Important Information

• This is a private mountain tour and the itinerary may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions, traffic, attraction access, and the guest's pace. Some natural sites involve walking on uneven terrain, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Waterfall conditions and water flow vary according to the season. If the activity must be cancelled because weather or mountain road conditions are unsafe, travelers can choose to reschedule or receive a full refund for the affected booking.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund