Private Tour - Baalbek, Hike in The Chouf Cedars & Wine Tasting

Depart from Beirut in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, visit the biggest natural reserve in Lebanon, and observe the giant Cedar trees of Lebanon. The Phoenicians used Cedar trees to build their ships, Egyptians to make paper, and other civilizations like the Romans and Turks exploited the natural treasure for trade. The trees also hold significant religious importance, as they are mentioned in the Bible on several occasions: Solomon used their wood to build Jerusalem and Emperor Hadrian ruled them as royal domains which stopped their destruction.
After touring in Chouf natural reserve, visit Baalbek, Lebanon's greatest Roman treasure. Explore the fascinating city and marvel at well preserved historical remains of the three temples of Jupiter, Bacchus and Venus, and the large stones of its terrace. Each temple has a story that will be explained by the guide during the tour.
Baalbek became one of the most celebrated sanctuaries of the ancient world, progressively overlaid with colossal constructions which were built during more than two centuries. Its monumental ensemble is one of the most impressive testimonies of the Roman architecture of the imperial period.
Then, have a delicious lunch in a local restaurant.
After lunch, stop at the oldest and largest winery in Lebanon, Chateau Ksara, founded in 1857 in the Beqaa Valley. Visit the caves and taste samples of the delicious Lebanese wine.
After that, the trip ends so it's time to return to Beirut.