Cedars of God & Gibran Museum day tour from Beirut

Walk among thousand-year-old cedars and see where Kahlil Gibran rests

A private day tour from Beirut to Bsharre in the Qadisha Valley, visiting the Cedars of God Forest where some trees are thousands of years old, the Gibran Museum housed in a former monastery that holds the poet's artwork and final resting place, and St Anthony of Kozhaya convent built partly inside the mountain. Hotel pickup, bottled water and private transport are included. The tour runs 7 to 11 hours depending on stops you choose.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Cedars of God Forest1h 5m
2. Gibran Museum1h 20m
3. Qadisha Valley1h

Visit Cedars, Bsharre and Kozhaya

• Walk among Lebanon cedar trees
• Visit Gibran Museum in Bsharre
• Explore St Anthony of Kozhaya convent
• Optional extra stops based on interests

The experience

Bsharre sits in the Qadisha Valley, and the day starts at the Cedars of God Forest: one of the oldest forests in the world, where the cedar is Lebanon's national tree. You walk among these ancient trees, some thousands of years old, before heading to the Gibran Museum. The museum occupies a former monastery and holds the artwork, writings and personal belongings of Kahlil Gibran, the Lebanese poet, philosopher and artist. His tomb is also inside. The final stop is St Anthony of Kozhaya, a monastery built partly into the mountain and partly outside it, surrounded by forest, rocky cliffs and the valley panorama.

Because this is a private tour, the route is flexible. You can add extra stops based on your interests and how much time you want to spend at each site. The driver picks you up from your hotel or port in Beirut and handles all transport. You bring only yourself. Bottled water is provided throughout the day. The tour typically takes between 7 and 11 hours depending on how many stops you make and how long you linger at each one.

What’s included

• Private transport by vehicle.
• hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• bottled water.
• English-speaking guide.
• entry to the Gibran Museum and access to St Anthony of Kozhaya monastery.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SaturdayDeparts at 08:30Last departure this season: 30 Dec

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcome

Operated by Explore Lebanon Tours

Is this one for you?This is a private tour, so you travel with only your own group and can adjust stops and timing to match your interests: ideal if you want to linger at the ancient cedars or spend more time at the museum without keeping to a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How old are the cedar trees in the Cedars of God Forest?

The Cedars of God Forest is one of the oldest forests in the world, with some trees thousands of years old. The cedar is Lebanon's national tree and you'll walk directly among them during the tour.

What is the Gibran Museum and why is it in Bsharre?

The Gibran Museum is housed in a former monastery in Bsharre and serves as the final resting place of Kahlil Gibran, the renowned Lebanese poet, philosopher and artist. The museum displays his artwork and personal belongings.

What is St Anthony of Kozhaya like?

St Anthony of Kozhaya is a monastery in the Qadisha Valley built partly inside the mountain and partly outside, surrounded by forest, rocky cliffs and valley views. It is one of many historic monasteries in the region.

Can I customize the stops on this tour?

Yes. Because this is a private tour, you can add extra stops based on your interests and available time, so the itinerary can be adjusted to suit what you want to see.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes private transport by vehicle, hotel or port pickup and drop-off in Beirut, bottled water throughout the day, and an English-speaking guide. Food, drinks and lunch are not included but can be purchased.