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Private Half-Day Tour to Jeita Grotto and Harissa from Beirut

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Lebanon's natural and cultural wonders with our exclusive Private Half-Day Tour to Jeita Grotto and Harissa from Beirut. Delve into the mystical depths of Jeita Grotto, one of the world's most stunning cave systems, where crystalline formations and subterranean rivers create a mesmerizing underground landscape. Then, ascend to the breathtaking heights of Harissa, home to the iconic Our Lady of Lebanon statue, offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline and the bustling city of Beirut below. With personalized attention from our expert guides and the convenience of private transportation, immerse yourself in the beauty and history of these...

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5 hours

Offered in Arabic (العربية) & English

Free Cancellation

Mobile Ticket

5 hours

Offered in Arabic (العربية) & English

Free Cancellation

Mobile Ticket

What's Included

Private transportation

Tour Leader

Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

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Jeita Grotto

The Jeita Grotto, a system of two separate, but interconnected, karstic limestone caves which have formed over millions of years, is the longest cave complex in the Middle East. It is located 300 metres above sea level and has a height difference of 305 metres. The Jeita upper cave has an overall length of 2,130 metres and contains a great concentration of a variety of crystallized formations such as stalactites, stalagmites, columns, mushrooms, ponds, curtains and draperies. The lower gallery which has an overall length of 6,200 metres is located 60 metres below the upper gallery. It is traversed by a smooth underwater river and a lake.

90 minutes

The Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon

The shrine of our Lady of Lebanon is one of the most important shrines in the world honoring the Virgin Mary and located in Harissa, a key Christian pilgrimage site in Lebanon. The shrine is highlighted by a huge, 15-ton bronze statue of the Immaculate Conception, Mother of God. It is 8.5 m high and has a diameter of five meters. The Virgin Mary stretches her hands towards Beirut overlooking the Bay of Jounieh in one of the most attractive panoramic views in the world.

30 minutes

Churches of Harissa

Harissa is a key Christian pilgrimage site with a shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Lebanon The pilgrimage site is a large, 15-ton bronze and a painted white statue of Virgin Mary, known as Our Lady of Lebanon or Notre Dame du Liban, with her arms, stretched. The statue was made at the end of the 19th century and inaugurated in 1908. Inside the statue's base, there is a small chapel. As well, A huge cathedral built of concrete and glass stands adjacent to the statue. Among other churches of various Christian denominations in the vicinity of Harissa are the Byzantine-style, Melkite Greek Catholic basilica of St. Paul, located south of the statue and built between 1948 and 1998, the Apostolic Nunciature (Papal Embassy), as well as the residences of four patriarchs of Eastern Catholic Churches

15 minutes

Téléferique Harissa

The Telepherique is One of The oldest and most visited tourist attractions in Lebanon It is a gondola lift system located in Jounieh, a city in Lebanon,16 km north of Beirut that transports passengers above the pine-forested steep mountain, to an altitude of 650 meters, arriving at Our Lady of Lebanon shrine in Harissa offering breathtaking views of the bay of Jounieh and the surrounding city.

15 minutes

Important Information

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Specialized infant seats are available

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.