What's it all about?
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Damascus
See old and new. This vibrant city has a lot to offer the curious traveler.
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Krak des Chevaliers
See the towering ancient fort.
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Homs & Aleppo
Visit the two cities arguable worst affected by the war and see the re-building efforts underway.
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The People!
Syrians are some of the warmest and most welcoming people you'll meet. Learn about the country through the many locals we'll encounter.
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The Food!
Syrian cuisine is amongst the world's finest in our humble opinion.
Beirut – Damascus – Krak de Chavaliers – Palmyra – Homs – Aleppo – Damascus – Beirut.
June 22nd – 26th, 2023
We will apply for a security clearance on your behalf which will allow you to collect the visa on arrival at the border.
Beirut – Damascus – Krak de Chavaliers – Aleppo – Maaloula – Damascus – Beirut.
June 22nd - Beirut / Damascus
- Early pick up from Beirut, Lebanon.
- Transfer to the Syrian border for exit/entry formalities.
- Continue onto Damascus by private car.
- Visit the National Museum of Syria.
- Explore the Handicraft market for some of the best handmade goods in the Middle East.
- Azem Palace (a perfect example of a traditional Damascene house.
- Mausoleum of Saladine & Umayyad mosque (a place of worship since the first millennium B.C).
- Visit The church of St. Ananias, the window of St.Paul and explore the hamidieh souk.
- Dinner and and overnight in Damascus.
June 23rd - Damascus - Krak - Aleppo
- Depart for Aleppo. There will be many checkpoints along the way as the main road between Homs and Aleppo runs very close to areas controlled by the Syrian Free Army. We avoid most of it by taking the more scenic route to Aleppo.
- Stop at Krak Des Chevaliers – “The most wholly admirable castle in the world.” – According to Lawrence of Arabia.
- After touring the castle, we continue onto Aleppo.
- Arrive in the early evening. Free time for dinner and
the rest of the evening to explore yourself. - Overnight in Aleppo.
June 24th - Aleppo
- Aleppo was arguably one of the worst affected cities during the Syrian war. Here you’ll get the chance to see some of the terrible destruction as well as the opportunity to witness the early stages of the massive rebuilding projects that Syrians are now undertaking.
- Our first stop in the morning will be the famous Aleppo Castle.
- We’ll also be able to see the destroyed souk.
- Drive into the old town – one of the areas that was the worst affected by the war.
- Overnight in Aleppo
- Visit the Caravanserai – a place once used as accommodation for traders.
- Dinner and overnight in Aleppo.
June 25th - Hama - Maaloula - Damascus
- After breakfast we drive south to Hama and the famous waterwheels.
- Stop at Sednaya to visit a convent.
- Drive onto Maaloula, a small Christian town that was almost completely decimated by ISIS in 2014. It’s one of the most scenic villages in Syria and is the only place in the world where Aramaic; the language spoken by Christ is still used as a living language
- We’ll visit a Catholic church which was destroyed but has already been largely rebuilt.
- Continue onto Damascus.
- Head tyo the souk for some shopping before dinner.
- Overnight in Damascus
June 26th - Damascus - Beirut
- Half day touring the last sights of Damascus.
- Drive back to Beirut and arrive by early evening.
- End of Syria budget tour.
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Hotels
Twin share accommodation including breakfast (single supplements are available for an extra charge)
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Entrance Fees
All entrance fees (unless otherwise stated)
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Guides & Transport
Both an expert local guide, driver and western tour leader (on non-budget group tours)
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Visa Support
We will apply for your security clearance that will allow you to collect the visa at the border.
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Beirut Transfer
Pickup and drop off in Beirut by private car.
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Taxes & Charges
VAT & exit charges included.
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International Flights
Flights to and from your starting point.
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Lunch and Dinner
Lunch and dinners are extra charge.
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Visa Fee
The price varies depending on your nationality. Typically it is around $70 USD for European passports.
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Tips
Tips are expected for your local guides and driver.
You’ll be in the vastly experienced hands of our English speaking local guide & fixer. There will be no Rocky Road Travel guide on this tour. We visit Syria regularly, so we have maximized the itinerary accordingly. Given the unpredictable nature of travelling in Syria, the itinerary may change slightly, but we will always go above and beyond with added extras such as stops at local cafe-bars, shisha lounges and amusement parks. We are in constant communication with our local partners on the ground who advise the safe routes to take.
Before & after the Syria tour we will add you to dedicated email and social media groups so you can share photos easily with your travel mates. Just let us know is you want to opt out of this.
To book simply hit the button below and start the conversation today.
June 22nd - 26th, 2023
Syria Budget Tour
start & finish in Beirut
Transport to and from Beirut included
Standard hotel
4 nights in Syria
The price
$1090

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