Immerse yourself in history as you explore Tyre and Sidon, the two most important cities of Phoenicia. . Tyre was the great Phoenician city that reigned over the seas and founded prosperous colonies and it is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world with many ancient sites, including the Tyre Hippodrome. Sidon was one of the most important Phoenician cities, and it may have been the oldest. Explore both cities in one day, hearing fascinating commentary about each spot without having to drive or plan an itinerary with a final stop at Maghdouché's most famous landmark, the tower of Our Lady of Mantara, which is a Marian shrine that is believed to have been the resting place of the Virgin Mary as she waited for Jesus while he preached in Sidon.
Operates: Daily Duration: 8 hours Price: Starting $100 USD Meeting Point: We pick up all travelers from their Hotel.
Pick up from your hotel to start a private tour to Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche
Discover the sea castle of the city of Sidon and enjoy the view of the sea
Visit Soap museum of Sidon and get to know about soap production
Pass by Khan El Franj
Visit Debbane Palace
Wander the old souks of Sidon
Explore the UNESCO-listed archeological sites of Tyre including the hippodrome, the necropolis and other Roman ruins
Stroll into Maghdouche village to visit the shrine and church of our Lady of Awaiting
What's Included? ✓ Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off ✓ English-speaking driver ✓ Private air-conditioned vehicle ✓ Local guide in Tyre ✓ All Entrance fees What's Excluded? X Meals X Gratuities
Sidon
Sidon, known locally as Saida, is the third-largest city in Lebanon. It is located in the South Governorate, of which it is the capital, on the Mediterranean coast. It has many tourist attractions including the sea castle, soap museum, khan el franj, and much more..
Tyre
Tyre is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world, though in medieval times for some centuries by just a tiny population. The city has many ancient sites, including the Tyre Hippodrome, and was added as a whole to UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in 1984.
Maghdouche
Maghdouché, a charming village located in the south governorate of Lebanon is famous for its touristic site the Lady of Awaiting or Mantara with 8 meters bronze statue of the Virgin Mary, who is believed, used to wait for Jesus while he was preaching in Sidon.
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