St. Charbel Annaya pilgrimage tour from Beirut with Byblos

Mountain shrine, ancient harbor, and a sunset over the sea

A private tour from Beirut to St. Charbel Annaya, a pilgrimage shrine on a mountain above the Mediterranean, followed by Byblos with its excavated ancient city, Crusader castle and old harbor. The tour runs eight hours with a live guide in English, French or Arabic and hotel pickup included. It suits all fitness levels and welcomes children from age three.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Saint Charbel and Byblos

• Visit St. Charbel Annaya shrine
• Watch sunset over Mediterranean
• Explore Byblos old harbor
• See Crusader castle and St. Peter church
• Walk through Byblos old market

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel and a drive to St. Charbel Annaya, a pilgrimage site and national shrine set on a mountain overlooking the sea. The shrine draws visitors of all faiths. You'll have time to walk the grounds, take in the views across the Mediterranean, and if the timing works, watch the sunset from the hilltop before heading back down.

From there the tour moves to Byblos, a coastal town that layers ancient and modern together. The old harbor sits sheltered behind a rocky headland, and nearby you can see the excavated remains of the ancient city, the Crusader castle, St. Peter church and the old market area. The guide walks you through the history and the layout so the different periods make sense as you move through them.

Your guide speaks English, French or Arabic depending on what you need. Private transportation is included throughout, and the eight-hour day is paced to suit all fitness levels, so the walking and the pace stay manageable.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• a live guide in English, French or Arabic.
• access to St. Charbel Annaya shrine and Byblos sites.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 35 years) · Senior (36 to 65 years) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French and Arabic

Audio guideEnglish and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 36 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by Lebanon Tours Online By Fadi Eid

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to combine a spiritual or cultural pilgrimage with ancient history and coastal scenery in a single day, all arranged with private transport and a guide who speaks your language.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (3 to 9 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What is St. Charbel Annaya and why do people visit it?

St. Charbel Annaya is a pilgrimage shrine and national shrine located on a mountain overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It draws visitors of all faiths who come to visit, pray and experience what the operator describes as a fulfilling place where people leave blessed rather than disappointed.

What will I see in Byblos on this tour?

Byblos combines ancient and modern: you'll see the excavated remains of the ancient city, a Crusader castle, St. Peter church and the old market area in the sheltered harbor district, along with the town's contemporary streets and shops.

How long is the tour and what time does it start?

The tour runs eight hours total. Your specific start time will be confirmed when you book. Pickup from your hotel is included.