Arrival in Damascus:

• Choose your entry point – Beirut, Jordan, or Damascus airport.
• Warm welcome from your friendly guide.
• Accompanied to your hotel with a smooth check-in process.

City Exploration:

• Relax with a short break at your hotel.
• Engage in a captivating walking tour of ancient Damascus.
• Explore Christian and Jewish quarters, visit Ananias Chapel, and admire Damascene houses.
• Experience the lively food street, stopping at Nofara, Syria’s oldest café.
• Ascend to a rooftop for a breathtaking sunset over the city.

Enchanting Christmas Night:

• Highlight: Christmas night in ancient Damascus.
• Enjoy a special dinner party amid vibrant decorations.
• Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere.
• Experience the rich history and flavors of traditional Syrian cuisine.
• An unforgettable celebration capturing the true spirit of the holiday season.

• Start the day with a local breakfast.
• Explore the modern side at the National Museum.
• Witness attractions like the 100-year-old Hijaz railway station.
• Visit iconic landmarks: Umayyad Mosque and Al-Hamidiyah Souq.
• Indulge in a lunch sampling local cuisine.
• The afternoon includes exploring ancient houses, caravanserais, and souks.
• Conclude the day with a sunset view from a rooftop vantage point.

• Begin northbound journey from Damascus to Maaloula
• Enjoy the scenery of houses intricately carved into mountainside.
• Listen to prayers in Aramaic, Jesus Christ’s language.
• Witness Safir Hotel, once Nusra Front headquarters.
• Continue to Homs, Syria’s third-largest city, hub for oil and gas production.
• Visit Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque and Church of Virgin Mary’s Holy Belt
• Walk through picturesque old market.
• Conclude the day by reaching Aleppo, where you will spend two nights.

• Visit the Citadel of Aleppo.
• Stroll through the ancient city alleys.
• Explore an 800-year-old soap factory.
• Visit Aleppo souks and Aleppo Museum.
• Witness the oldest functioning hotel in Syria and a 14th-century neighborhood.
• Meet locals with inspiring stories.
• Conclude the day with a panoramic view of the city and its citadel.

• Bid farewell to Aleppo.
• Continue the journey to Hama, renowned as the city of waterwheels, offering a close-up view of these famous landmarks.
• Venture to the awe-inspiring Krak des Chevaliers, a remarkably well-preserved crusader castle in the picturesque Valley of the Christians.
• Conclude the day’s adventures with a retreat to the tranquil village of Mishtaya.
• Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the nearby Christian village of Marmarita during your overnight stay.

• Explore Palmyra, often referred to as the pearl of the semi-desert.
• Discover ancient ruins, including the iconic Temple of Bel and the majestic Arch of Triumph.
• Gain insight into Palmyra’s history, from its 1st-century AD rise to the tragic 2015 destruction.
• Enjoy a scenic three-hour drive and visit a traditional Bedouin tent for a rejuvenating break and delightful lunch.
• Return to Damascus for an overnight stay, reflecting on enchanting memories made during your journey.

• Visits to the lavishly decorated Sayyida Ruqiyah shrine, adorned with intricate glass mosaics and Kashani motifs.
• Explore handicraft workshops where skilled artisans create swords, copper pieces, and mosaics.
• Utilize free time on your final day to explore Damascus or engage in last-minute shopping.
• Indulge in delicious local cuisine one last time before bidding farewell to Syria.
• Your driver will pick you up and transport you to Beirut at afternoon.