Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche — Small Group Tour from Beirut

Journey down Lebanon’s beautiful southern coast to three ancient treasures. This guided small-group tour visits the Crusader Sea Castle and old souks of Sidon, the hilltop shrine of Our Lady of Mantara at Maghdouche, and the vast Roman ruins of Tyre.
Departing daily from Beirut at 8:30 AM, with a professional guide and lunch and all entrance tickets included, it’s a relaxed and enriching day exploring the ancient south.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Sidon’s Crusader Sea Castle and covered souks
  • Visit the cliff-top shrine of Our Lady of Mantara at Maghdouche
  • Walk the Roman ruins and hippodrome of Tyre, a UNESCO site
  • Follow the scenic southern Mediterranean coast
  • Guide, lunch and all entrance tickets included
The Crusader Sea Castle in Sidon (Saida), Lebanon

Your Day / Itinerary

  • 8:30 AM — Hotel pickup in Beirut; drive south along the coast
  • Sidon (Saida) — the Sea Castle and old souks
  • Maghdouche — the shrine of Our Lady of Mantara and its views
  • Lunch (included)
  • Tyre (Sour) — Roman ruins, arches and hippodrome
  • Return to Beirut — about 8 hours after pickup

What's Included

  •  Comfortable, air-conditioned transport
  •  Professional English / Arabic-speaking guide
  •  Hotel, Airbnb or residence pickup & drop-off in Beirut
  • All entrance tickets to the sites
  •  Lunch
  •  Guaranteed daily departure at 8:30 AM

What's Not Included

  •  Gratuities (optional)
  •  Personal expenses
  •  Extra drinks beyond lunch

Good to Know

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the ruins and souks, and bring sun protection and a hat. Modest clothing is appreciated at the Maghdouche shrine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — daily guaranteed departure from Beirut at 8:30 AM.

Professional guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, all entrance tickets to the sites, and lunch.

A moderate amount — comfortable shoes are recommended for Tyre’s ruins and Sidon’s old souks.