Lebanon is full of history, nature, and soul—perfect for travelers looking for something real. From ancient ruins to mountain villages, it’s a small country packed with unforgettable moments.

With Explore Lebanon Tours, you’ll eat local food, meet real people, and explore places you won’t find in a guidebook. We take you deeper than the usual tourist spots.

Don’t miss Baalbek’s Roman temples, hikes through the Cedars of God, or a sunset by the sea in Batroun or Tyre—these are memories that stay with you. I still think about the view from the Chouf Mountains every day.

We offer private tours, guided hikes, and village experiences across Lebanon.

Tours run daily and include transport, meals, and a local guide.

To book your adventure, visit www.explorelebanontours.com or email info@explorelebanontours.com

Discover Lebanon’s best-kept secrets! Explore 5 hidden villages with a private tour for an authentic Lebanese experience away from the crowds.

Why Explore Lebanon’s Hidden Villages?

While destinations like Beirut, Byblos, and Batroun attract crowds, the real heart of Lebanon lies in its lesser-known villages—untouched by tourism, full of tradition, and rich in natural beauty. With a private tour from Explore Lebanon Tours, you can immerse yourself in the local culture at your own pace.

1. Douma – The Red-Roofed Jewel

Tucked into the Batroun mountains, Douma is a picturesque village with stone houses, red tile roofs, and cobblestone streets. You’ll enjoy fresh mountain air, artisan shops, and traditional Lebanese meals with unforgettable views.

Private Tour Tip: Visit the local souks and try the village’s unique fruit liquors.

2. Bchaaleh – Home of the World’s Oldest Olive Trees

This humble village in northern Lebanon holds olive trees that are over 6,000 years old! Bchaaleh is peaceful, historic, and deeply connected to Lebanon’s agricultural roots.

Private Tour Tip: Pair your visit with a guided olive oil tasting session.

3. Kfardebian – Beyond the Ski Slopes

Known for snow in winter, Kfardebian is a lush, green escape in warmer months. Hike through beautiful trails, explore Roman ruins, and visit hidden natural springs.

Private Tour Tip: Ask your guide for a picnic stop with a mountain view.

4. Tannourine – Cedar Forests and Cliffside Wonders

Tannourine is a paradise for nature lovers. It’s home to one of the largest cedar reserves in Lebanon, dramatic cliffs, and small family-run bakeries.

Private Tour Tip: Enjoy a guided walk in the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve.

5. Baskinta – Poetry, Pines, and Peace

Famous for its connection to Lebanese poets like Mikhail Naimy, Baskinta is where culture and serenity meet. Surrounded by pine forests and filled with historic monasteries, this is the perfect retreat from city life.

A Private Tour Tip: don’t miss Krikor Bakery, a local gem featured in our tour

If you would like to visit Krikor Bakery you can email info@explorelebanontours.com OR visit www.explorelebanontours.com

Krikor has been running his bakery for the past 57 years with the help of his wife. Krikor starts preparing his own dough at 3:00am each morning. Everything you see inside this small cute bakery is made from Krikor, even the gas and wood oven which only fits 2 manakish at a time.

Krikor specialty is the Bayd bi Awarma (awarma with cheese & egg) be sure to order this! you wont be left disappointed. I can still taste the flavour and its been a week!

Krikor Bakery is located in a small village called Baskinta.

Bakery Opening hours - MONDAY (Closed) TUESDAY - SUNDAY (4:00am - 3:00pm)

If you would like to visit Krikor Bakery you can email info@explorelebanontours.com OR visit www.explorelebanontours.com

Faqra is an archaeological site in Kfardebian, with Roman and Byzantine ruins with an altitude of 1500m. It is one of the most important sites of the UNESCO listed Nahr Al-Kalb Valley.

The Ruins include a temple to Zaus Beelgalasos a sanctuary of Atargastis dedicated to Agrippa ll and his sister Berenice, two altars and a tower with a 16m square base built in 44 A.D.

If you would like further information on the Ruins in Faqra, you can email info@explorelebanontours.com OR visit www.explorelebanontours.com

The Temple of Bacchus at Baalbek, a World Heritage site, is one of the best preserved and grandest Roman temple ruins in the world. It and its ornamentation served as an influential model for Neoclassical architecture.

The temple was commissioned by Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius and designed by an unknown architect and built close to the courtyard in front of the larger temple of the syncretic figure of Jupiter-Baal. The period of construction is generally considered between 150 AD to 250 AD

In 1984, several ruins of Baalbek, including the Temple of Bacchus, were inscribed as a World Heritage Site.

If you would like to know further information on Baalbek, Please email info@explorelebanontours.com

Ixsir was established in 2008 and located just outside of Batroun, North Lebanon.

The name “IXSIR” is derived from the Arabi word for “Elixir” (Al-lskeer)

IXSIR offers A guided tour for free. The guide will explain what makes IXSIR different by taking you through their winemaking process and most importantly the ins and outs of the Winery. There is a complimentary wine tasting session or you can pay 5USD for the full tasting range they have on offer.

If you would like further information or would like to Visit IXSIR please contact Explore Lebanon Tours

Father Dario Escobar, an 84-year-old Maronite monk from Colombia took residence in the mountainside 18 years ago.

Dario heard about the Qadisha Valley’s from a Lebanese priest he met in Miami after joining the Maronite Church.

The Qadisha Valley, is scattered with monasteries and hermitages, has long been a haven for Christians seeking solitude and safety.

The cliffside sanctuary was built in the late 13th century, to reach the monastery you have to hike around 45min down the cliffside of the valley.

If you would like further information please email info@explorelebanontours.com

Cedars of God is home to Lebanon’s oldest cedar trees in Lebanon. Currently there is only approximately 375 trees left in this forrest.

Some of the trees date back 1,500-2,000 years, and have a girth of up to 14m. The trees are a scenic sight at any time of the year. However In the winter its a beautiful time to visit the cedars as the mountain backdrop is draped in snow.

About 3km from the cedar forrest, the cedar ski resort is also the location for Lebanon’s oldest ski resort where people have been skiing the slopes since 1920’s well before any ski lifts were installed in 1953. (approximately running from November through to March)

If you would like to visit Cedars, Explore Lebanon Tours go daily.

Hasroun is a village located in the Bsharri District in the North Governorate of Lebanon. It is situated in the Valley of Qadisha, overlooking the southern branch of this valley, the Qannoubine Valley.

Its name derives from the Phoenician word for fortress, possibly a result of its location 1,400m above sea level.

For further information on Hasroun or you would like to visit please email info@explorelebanontours.com

Douma is a small village located about 80km north of Beirut, and is about 1000m above sea level. 

In the early 1700's saw the christians come to Douma in hope of getting better crop. Most of the housing in Douma were built between 1881 and 1914. About 300 of the houses in Douma are your typical Lebanese style house.

Douma is famous for it's local Halawa, turkish delight and Zahlawi ice cream. The Souk in Douma is famous for its old souk which has been preserved it's traditions. The souk offers various shops which sell local arts and crafts. 

For further information on Doma or you would like to visit please email info@explorelebanontours.com