Chouf Escape – Palaces & Villages

Description du service

Private tour • Flexible itinerary • Hotel pickup from Beirut • Multilingual driver-guide Discover the beauty of Lebanon’s Chouf Mountains on a private full-day journey through historic villages, royal palaces, cedar landscapes, and panoramic mountain viewpoints. Begin in Deir El Qamar, one of Lebanon’s most charming Ottoman-era villages. Walk through its stone streets and historic square while exploring landmarks such as Fakhreddine II Palace, Saydet El Talle Church, Fakhreddine Mosque, the historic synagogue, and the traditional souk. Continue to Moussa Castle, one of Lebanon’s most unusual and memorable museums, built over decades by one man’s personal vision. Inside, discover traditional rooms, heritage displays, wax figures, and scenes of Lebanese rural life. Then visit Beiteddine Palace, one of Lebanon’s most remarkable 19th-century landmarks. Explore elegant courtyards, arcaded halls, mosaic floors, carved cedar ceilings, and gardens overlooking the Chouf Valley. The journey continues to the Barouk Cedar Forest in the Shouf Biosphere Reserve, where you can walk among Lebanon’s iconic cedar trees and enjoy the calm mountain setting. End your day with a scenic stop at Mir Amin Palace, a beautifully restored Lebanese palace with panoramic views over the Chouf Mountains — ideal for photos, coffee, or a relaxed end to the journey. Why travelers love this tour • One of Lebanon’s most scenic mountain tours • Excellent mix of history, culture, and nature • Authentic Ottoman village atmosphere in Deir El Qamar • Visit one of Lebanon’s finest palace landmarks • Walk among the famous cedar forests of the Chouf • Private air-conditioned SUV with onboard Wi-Fi • Flexible itinerary with multilingual driver-guide Short itinerary • Deir El Qamar historic village walking tour • Moussa Castle • Beiteddine Palace • Barouk Cedar Forest • Mir Amin Palace scenic stop Included Private air-conditioned SUV, multilingual driver-guide, hotel or Beirut airport pickup, bottled water, onboard Wi-Fi, fuel, and parking fees. Not included Entrance fees, lunch, optional museum visits, and personal expenses. Optional add-ons • Lunch at Mir Amin Palace Restaurant or a traditional mountain restaurant • Optional visit to Marie Baz Museum in Deir El Qamar • Château Kefraya winery extension in the Bekaa Valley, subject to timing and availability