Baalbek, Anjar, Ksara: Ancient Wonders & Wine Immersion

I had an amazing experience with this travel agency! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Our tour leader, Albert, was absolutely fantastic – super friendly, helpful, and full of positive energy. The agency clearly works with excellent local guides and great restaurants, which made the whole day even more enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-planned and memorable day trip!

Our Baalbek, Anjar, and Ksara tour was absolutely incredible! Albert, our guide, was knowledgeable, passionate, and made history come alive at every stop. In Baalbek, he explained the Roman temples in great detail and helped us imagine what life was like thousands of years ago. At Anjar, he highlighted the unique Umayyad architecture, and in Ksara, we enjoyed a relaxing wine tasting while learning about Lebanon’s winemaking heritage. Albert’s storytelling, humor, and professionalism made the entire day enjoyable and smooth. He also gave us great local tips and made sure everyone was comfortable and engaged. This tour is a must-do for anyone visiting Lebanon — and if you can, request Albert as your guide!

Great tour if you like learning about the history and culture of the area. The guides they had for Baalbek and Anjar were well informed and knew a lot about the area. The wine tour was short, but that may be because I didn't stay for the tasting. The winery was a very pleasant place; if the weather is good, you could lounge around the grounds of the winery for a while and relax.

Had a great time exploring Baalbek and Anjar with a small group— our guides were very good but it was our driver Hassane whose limitless energy and knowledge about the history and politics of the region made the day! Would recommend!

The Ruins were spectacular. Better than the ones in Rome. Lebanon has an extensive history and culture. Almost every civilization lived in Lebanon at some time. Albert, our tour guide with Charbel were amazing. They didn't rush us they gave us time to explore all the ruins and shop and we went to a beautiful outdoor restaurant. Food was delicious. Baalbek was absolutely amazing.

Highly interesting tour with fascinating sights and delicious lunch. Driver/guide Albert has been fantastic - thanks a lot.

I took a tour with Albert to Anjar, Baalbek, and Ksara (with lunch included), and it was a fantastic experience. This was my first trip to Lebanon. While the country is currently under a travel advisory due to conflicts in the south, I felt completely safe in Beirut and throughout this tour. In fact, with so few tourists around, the sites were nearly empty—it felt like I had them all to myself, which made the experience even more special. We started at Anjar, the ruins of an ancient city. Many pillars and walls are still standing, giving a clear sense of the city’s layout and history, while the remaining foundations helped me imagine how the rest of the buildings once looked. Next was Baalbek, home to some of the most incredible Roman ruins I’ve ever seen. The Temple of Jupiter—the largest Roman temple in the world—was absolutely breathtaking. Standing among the massive stone pillars and walls, I couldn’t help but wonder how such structures were built and moved into place thousands of years ago. Even with today’s technology, it would be a remarkable engineering achievement. After exploring, we stopped for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Ksara Winery. The $5 guided cave tour was fascinating, showing the underground cellars where the wine is stored. They also offer wine tastings for $5–$10, which was a nice way to end the day. In total, the tour lasted about 9 hours, but it never felt rushed. Albert was an excellent guide, and the pacing was perfect. Overall, this was a wonderful introduction to Lebanon’s rich history and culture, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the country.

The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. I greatly admire his driving skills as he calmly made his way through Beirut rush hour traffic.

This is must do trip. I would rate Baalbek with going to see the pyramids or Coliseum. It’s unbelievably impressive. I did 2 different tours with this company. I was actually lucky enough to get the same driver Albert by coincidence both days. He was well informed and educated about all the sights and current events in the area. We laughed through out the car rides. I’ve heard sometimes the drivers don’t actually speak English that well.

I recently took a tour with Lebanon tour and travels from Beirut that took us through some of Lebanon’s most stunning and historic sites—Baalbek, Anjar, and the Ksara winery—and I can’t recommend it enough! From start to finish, the experience was seamless, enriching, and full of charm. Albert, our tour guide and driver, was the heart of the journey. His deep knowledge of Lebanese history, warm personality, and effortless storytelling made every stop come alive. Whether we were marveling at the Roman ruins of Baalbek or exploring the Umayyad city of Anjar, Albert’s insights added layers of meaning to each site. The itinerary was perfectly paced, allowing us to soak in the grandeur of Baalbek’s temples, wander through Anjar’s archaeological treasures, and unwind with a wine tasting at Ksara winery—all without feeling rushed. And the lunch? Absolutely delicious! A generous spread of authentic Lebanese cuisine that was both satisfying and beautifully presented. This tour was the perfect blend of culture, history, and indulgence. If you’re looking to explore Lebanon beyond Beirut, this is the way to do it. Huge thanks to Albert and the team for such a memorable experience!