🟩 INTRODUCTION
The Ultimate Journey Across Civilizations
This 10-day grand expedition is the most comprehensive way to experience Syria — from Roman amphitheatres and Crusader castles to Phoenician ports, desert kingdoms, and sacred mountain monasteries.
Travel from the historic heart of Damascus to the ancient ruins of Palmyra, explore coastal cities like Latakia and Tartous, and journey through timeless villages and sacred landscapes.
This is Syria in its fullest expression — a living mosaic of civilizations, cultures, and histories spanning thousands of years.
🟩 JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS
✔ Explore Damascus, one of the world’s oldest living cities
✔ Walk through the Roman amphitheatre of Bosra Roman Theatre
✔ Discover Maaloula and its ancient traditions
✔ Visit the desert monastery of Mar Musa Monastery
✔ Explore Aleppo and its legendary citadel
✔ Walk along the Roman city of Apamea
✔ Visit Krak des Chevaliers
✔ Explore Palmyra, the Bride of the Desert
✔ Discover Ugarit, birthplace of the first alphabet
✔ Visit the Mediterranean coast of Latakia
✔ Explore Tartous and the island of Arwad Island
🟩 WHAT’S INCLUDED
✔ Airport or border transfers
✔ 9 nights accommodation (twin-share)
✔ Professional English-speaking guide
✔ Daily breakfast
✔ Private transportation throughout Syria
✔ Entrance fees to all listed sites
✔ All permits, VAT, and local taxes
✔ Daily bottled mineral water
✔ Land border departure tax (if applicable)
🟩 WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
✖ International flights
✖ Visa fees (if required)
✖ Lunches and dinners
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Single-room supplement (US $445)
✖ Tips for guide and driver
🟩 WHY THIS IS YOUR ULTIMATE SYRIAN EXPERIENCE
✔ Most complete Syria itinerary available
✔ Covers ancient cities, deserts, coast, mountains, and sacred sites
✔ Blends Roman, Phoenician, Islamic, and Crusader heritage
✔ Designed for deep cultural and historical immersion
✔ Ideal balance of intensity, diversity, and discovery
🟩 IDEAL FOR
- History and archaeology enthusiasts
- Cultural explorers seeking full-country immersion
- Photographers and documentary travelers
- Experienced travelers looking for depth
- Small groups wanting a complete Syria experience
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival via Beirut or Damascus Airport. Transfer to the Old City of Damascus for an introductory walking tour through its ancient streets and historic quarters. Overnight in a boutique hotel in Old Damascus.
Travel south to Bosra al-Sham to explore its magnificent Roman theatre and archaeological ruins. Visit the Shrine of Sayyida Zaynab before returning to Damascus for overnight stay.
Visit Maaloula, where Aramaic is still spoken. Continue to the desert monastery of Mar Musa, dramatically set into the mountains. Stop in Homs before continuing to Aleppo for overnight stay.
Explore Aleppo’s ancient citadel, historic markets, and traditional neighborhoods. Discover the cultural depth of one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Overnight in Aleppo.
Visit the Basilica of St. Simeon Stylites, one of early Christianity’s greatest monuments. Continue through Idlib Governorate to Apamea’s monumental colonnade. Visit Hama’s iconic waterwheels before overnight in Al Mishtaya countryside village.
Journey east to Palmyra, the legendary oasis city. Walk through its grand colonnades, theatre, and tombs. Return to Al Mishtaya for overnight stay.
Visit a series of medieval fortresses including Krak des Chevaliers, Safita Tower, Husn Suleiman, and the dramatic Saladin Castle. Continue to Latakia for the seaside overnight.
Explore Ugarit, one of history’s most important archaeological discoveries. Visit Burj Islam and Kassab before touring Marqab Castle. Overnight in Tartous.
Boat trip to Arwad Island, Syria’s only inhabited island with ancient Phoenician roots. Visit the nearby Amrit archaeological site before returning to Damascus for final overnight stay.
Morning free time in Damascus for final sightseeing or shopping before transfer to Beirut or Damascus Airport.
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