Tripoli Cultural & Souks Tour
Explore Tripoli’s mosques, souks, citadel, sweets, and coastal views in one full-day private tour.
Description du service
Private tour • Flexible itinerary • Hotel pickup from Beirut • Multilingual driver-guide Discover the history, architecture, & vibrant culture of Tripoli, Lebanon’s second-largest city, on a private full-day journey through North Lebanon’s most fascinating historic sites. Begin with a scenic stop at Mseilha Fort. Continue along the Chekka coastline before arriving in Tripoli. Visit the elegant Taynal Mosque, one of the city’s finest Mamluk-era monuments, followed by the impressive Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles, one of the largest medieval fortresses in Lebanon. Then step into the lively atmosphere of Tripoli’s old souks, among the most authentic traditional markets. Explore Souk Al-Haraj, the Copper Market, Khan Al-Saboun, Khan Al-Khayyatin, historic hammams, & the beautiful Al-Mansouri Great Mosque. A flexible lunch stop can be arranged according to your preferences. Options include Akra Seafood Restaurant in the old souk, the historic pastry house Hallab 1881, traditional Lebanese restaurants in Tripoli or El Mina, or seaside dining in Batroun or Byblos on the return journey. For wine lovers, an optional stop at IXSIR Winery can also be arranged. Continue to the striking Rachid Karami International Fairground, the unfinished modernist complex designed by Oscar Niemeyer, offering a fascinating contrast to Tripoli’s medieval heritage. End the day in the coastal district of El Mina, where colorful fishing boats, harbor cafés, & the historic Mina railway tunnel create a charming seaside atmosphere. Why travelers love this tour • A rich mix of medieval heritage, markets, architecture, & coastal charm • Explore one of the Middle East’s most authentic traditional souk districts • Visit Tripoli’s major landmarks in one day • Flexible lunch options including seafood, sweets, & local cuisine • Private air-conditioned SUV with onboard Wi-Fi • Multilingual local driver-guide • Hotel or Beirut airport pickup available Short itinerary • Mseilha Fort • Taynal Mosque • Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles • Tripoli Old Souks & hammams • Rachid Karami International Fairground • El Mina harbor district Included Private air-conditioned SUV, multilingual driver-guide, hotel or Beirut airport pickup, bottled water, onboard Wi-Fi, fuel, & parking fees. Not included Entrance fees, meals, personal expenses, & optional add-ons. Optional add-ons • Tripoli sweets tasting experience • Deir El Nouriyeh viewpoint • Optional IXSIR Winery stop