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Kensington Tours-Private Guided Travel: 8 Day Lebanon Signature
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8 Day Lebanon Signature Highlights: Beirut Trip start: Beirut Trip end: Beirut Price Range: from $2,104pp (4ppl), to $3,144pp (2ppl) *
* USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
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Trip Summary Lebannon is truly a unique place among world countries in being at the crossroads of three continents - Africa, Asia and Europe. To say that Lebanon is rich in various cultures and history would be a huge understatement. Located on the Mediterranean Sea, Lebanon has been the attraction of many eminent figures of

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the past: Ramses II, Alexander the Great, the Caesers and Napoleon to name but a few. Based in Beirut, this tour is a comprehensive must-see exploration of this country. Tours include: Beirut and surrounding area, the South - Sidon, Tyre, Echmoun, Tripoli and the North - the Cedars, Becharreh, Rachana and the Qadisha Valley, The Coast - Byblos, Jeitta Grotto and the Virgin Mary in Harissa, and The Bekaa Valley - Baalbek, Ksara and Anjar. Fully private guided tours with professional English speaking guide and driver. Lunch included on all tour days.

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Day Day 1 Beirut

Day 2 Beirut Day 3 Beirut Day 4 Beirut Day 5 Beirut Day 6 Beirut Day 7 Beirut Day 8 Beirut

Activities Beirut: Transfer - Airport - 7 Seater Vehicle/Driver Visa Service/Meet and Assist Kensington Cares Lunch (not included) Dinner (not included) Tour - Private - Sidon, Tyre and Echmoun (with lunch) Vehicle/Driver Dinner (not included) Tour - Private - Beirut, The National Museum, Beiteddine and Deir Al Kamar (with lunch) - Vehicle/Driver Dinner (not included) Tour - Private - The Cedars, Becharreh and Kozhaya (with lunch) - Vehicle/Driver Dinner (not included) Tour - Private - Tripoli, Rachana and Balamand monastery (with lunch) - Vehicle/Driver Dinner (not included) Tour - Private - Baalbeck, Ksara and Anjar (with lunch) Vehicle/Driver Dinner (not included) Tour - Private - Byblos, Jeita, and Harissa (with lunch) Vehicle/Driver Dinner (not included) Transfer - Airport - 7 Seater Vehicle/Driver

Hotel Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Safir Heliopolitan (5*) (Alt: Radisson Blu Martinez Hotel) (B) Depart (Int'l Airport)

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive Request A Quote Trip Options Add on - 4 day Jordan Discovery, 5 day Damascus Highlights. Itinerary Day 1 Beirut Private airport transfer with an English speaking driver. A representative will greet you when you land in Beirut and facilitate the visa process. Note: Visas are obtained on arrival for all US, Canadian and European passport holders. Travellers from other countries should contact their local embassy for further information. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). The Safir Heliopolitan Hotel (5*) is situated in the prestigious Raouche area, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It boasts an unparalleled view of the grand form of Raouche Rock against the majestic backdrop of Mount Lebanon. Minutes away from Beirut International Airport and the Beirut Central District, as well as major shopping and entertainment areas, it is the most convenient location for any traveler. Luxurious elegance and comfort unite in harmony in the 144 rooms and suites of the property. All the amenities of a five star hotel are present with special attention paid to the smallest of details; impeccable

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service is found through-out the hotel. The El Fornayo Restaurant serves Italian dishes and the Views Restaurant offers international dishes. The Umsiyat Restaurant offers Lebanese dishes and a daily complimentary breakfast buffet. For those who want to work out, the hotel provides a fitness centre with stateof-art equipment, a steam room and a swimming pool to customers. Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon with a population of over 2.1 million. It is located on a peninsula at the midpoint of Lebanon's coastline with the Mediterranean sea. The first mention of this metropolis dates to the 15th century BC, and the city has been continuously inhabited since. Beirut holds Lebanon's seat of government and plays a central role in the Lebanese economy with its Downtown, Hamra, Verdun, and Ashrafieh based corporate firms and banks. The city is the focal point of the region's cultural life, renowned for its press, theaters, cultural activities, and nightlife. After the destructive Lebanese civil war, Beirut underwent major reconstruction, and the redesigned historic city center, marina, pubs and nightlife districts have once again rendered it a tourist attraction. Beirut was named the number one Place to Visit in 2009 by The New York Times. It was also listed as one of the top ten liveliest cities in the world by the Lonely Planet list of the top ten cities for 2009. Day 2 Beirut Visit Sidon, the largest city in south of Lebanon and get introduced to the caravanserai, the old souks, the soap museum and the sea castle. Continue to Tyre and visit its different archeological sites such as the aqueduct, the triumphal arch, the hippodrome and the amazing necropolis. After your guided visit, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Then visit Temple Echmoun, the Phoenician God of Death and Birth before being returned to your hotel in Beirut. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Safir Heliopolitan (5*).

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Safir Heliopolitan Hotel

Triumphal Arch Day 3 Beirut Visit Beirut and discover the lively Corniche, the Pigeon’s Grotto and the renovated downtown. Continue to the National Museum. Built in 1930, the Museum houses a collection of ancient antiquities covering about 60 centuries of history. Proceed to visit the Chouf mountains. Stopover in Deir el Qamar, a village of white houses and red-tiled roofs. It was the residence of the governors of Lebanon in the 16th-18th centuries. Enjoy your lunch in a local restaurant and then visit the Palace of Beiteddine with its decorated ceilings, colorful marble mosaics, luxurious Turkish baths and Harem suites. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Safir Heliopolitan (5*). Palace of Beiteddine Day 4 Beirut Visit the famous cedars forest at 1800m altitude and more than 1500 years old. A drive will lead you deep down the holy valley for a visit of an old monastery built into the rock. Continue to Becharre, the birthplace of Gibran Khalil Gibran, Lebanese famous poet, artist and novelist. Stop for a lunch in a local restaurant before continuing on to visit Qadisha Valley, one of the deepest and most beautiful valleys in Lebanon and continue to the Monastery of St. Anthony Kozhaya. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Safir Heliopolitan (5*). Photo alt Text Day 5 Beirut Visit Tripoli and explore the Crusader Castle of St. Gilles, the old city with its narrow alleys, souks and mosques dating back to the ameluk and Ottoman times. Continue to Balamand monastery which has been under the authority of the Orthodox Church since the early 17th century. Have your lunch in local restaurant. Proceed to Rachana, south of Tripoli, which its name means the

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“Museum Village” as it was known for its sculptures made of wood, stone, granite, or metal. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Safir Heliopolitan (5*).

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Balamand Monastery Day 6 Beirut Visit the Bekaa Valley and Baalbek, one of the Lebanese oldest Roman cities. After a visit of the temple of Bacchus and Jupiter, proceed to Ksara for a wine tasting session. Ksara is a natural wine cellar discovered by the Romans. Enjoy your Lunch in a local restaurant and continue to Anjar, the only Omeyyad site in Lebanon from the beginning of the 8th century. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Safir Heliopolitan (5*).

Baalbek Day 7 Beirut Visit the Jeita Grottoes, Lebanon's natural miracle, made up of two separate caves. The caves contain a great concentration of a variety of crystallized formations of stalagmites and stalactites. Then visit the magnificent statue of our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa. You will enjoy the unique and spectacular view of Jounieh’s bay. Continue to Byblos city, one of the oldest cities in the world. Byblos is credited with being the birthplace of the alphabet. Start your visit with a lunch at a local restaurant then a guided visit of the archeological site featuring: the Crusader’s Castle, the Phoenicians temples, the Roman theatre and the royal Necropolis. Visit of the old souk and baptistery of the Crusader church of St. John as well as the old harbor. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Safir Heliopolitan (5*). Day 8 Beirut Private airport transfer with an English speaking driver. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary. Request A Quote Trip Includes Meet and assist at Beirut Airport, Transfers airport/ hotel/ Airport, Accommodation with breakfast in double room at hotel of your choice in Beirut, 6 days of private guided touring in Lebanon including: transportation, guidance fees in English/ French, entrance fees, lunches during the full day tours and Tips in Restaurants. Trip Excludes Visa service - Laundry - Tips for driver and guide - Soft drinks, mineral water and alcoholic beveragesInternational airfare - Optional activities/extras. Trip Terms & Conditions Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order. The price shown is per person, and does not include international air fare to/from the trip start point Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes. We will endeavour to confirm final hotel bookings as soon as possible. C ll i 90 d i d ill i f ll f dl f d bl id f

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Cancellations 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund less any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price. Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms.cfm Copyright © 2001-2010 Kensington Tours - Terms & Conditions - Privacy Policy - Contact Us - VENDOR LOGIN - TRAVEL AGENT LOGIN

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