Pickup from Beirut: Between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel in Beirut in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a scenic drive through Lebanon’s northern mountains, with panoramic views and a short photo stop along the way.

️ 10:30 AM – Visit Khalil Gibran Museum (Bcharre) Arrive in Bcharre, the hometown of the famous Lebanese poet and artist Khalil Gibran. Explore the Khalil Gibran Museum (admission included), which houses his original manuscripts, paintings, and personal belongings. Duration: 30 minutes

️ 12:30 PM – Explore the Cedars of God Forest Continue your journey upward to the legendary Cedars of God Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Lebanon’s oldest cedar groves. Enjoy a short walk or easy hike among the ancient trees — symbols of strength and eternity. (Admission included.) Duration: 30–45 minutes

Optional lunch stop nearby — savor authentic Lebanese cuisine at a local restaurant overlooking the mountains.

️ 3:00 PM – Visit Kozhaya Monastery (Qadisha Valley) After lunch, descend into the Qadisha Valley to visit Kozhaya Monastery, one of Lebanon’s oldest monasteries, dedicated to Saint Anthony the Great. Discover its peaceful courtyards, cave chapels, and breathtaking valley views. Duration: 1 hour

Return to Beirut: After visiting Kozhaya, relax on the scenic drive back to Beirut, arriving around 5:30 PM