Historical travel alert — 2 December 2024; reviewed 6 November 2026. This article records a temporary disruption during December 2024. Do not use it to decide whether Aleppo or Hama can be included in a tour today. Syrian Guides now publishes itineraries that include both cities; check the current group tours, private itineraries, and updated entry routes for your dates. Routes can change, so confirm actual access before travel.
What was reported in December 2024?
During the rapidly changing situation in early December 2024, the M5 highway towards Aleppo was reported closed and access to areas beyond Hama was disrupted. Syrian Guides temporarily revised itineraries to avoid affected places.
At that time, routes centred on Damascus, Maaloula, Palmyra and parts of Syria’s coast were considered as alternatives. These were route choices made during a particular disruption, not a standing guarantee that any destination is safe, accessible or open.
Planning a visit now
There is no single permanent route-status list for every road or visitor. Check your current government travel advisory, any site-specific restrictions, recent local transport information, and the itinerary offered by your tour operator. For an up-to-date overview, see our Syria Travel Guide or FAQ.