Courtyard and fountain of Beiteddine Palace

Chouf mountains

The Princess Route: Chouf Cedars, Beiteddine & Deir el Qamar

Palaces, stepped stone streets, 2,000-year-old cedars and a winery by the lake at sunset.

Duration8 hours
RegionChouf mountains
StylePrivate or small group
Starts fromBeirut

Every tour can be tailored to you

We discover the rich history, green mountains and iconic landmarks of Deir el Qamar, the “Monastery of the Moon”, a historic town that preserves its grand feudal architecture, stepped stone streets, walled gardens and picturesque corners.

A hidden gem is revealed during the tour for a break, along with another for lunch.

The Palace of Beiteddine is our next stop, sitting majestically on a hill surrounded by terraced gardens and orchards that take you back in time. Then we head to the Chouf Cedar Reserve, the largest natural cedar reserve in the country, with trees around 2,000 years old.

More hidden gems wait along the way, including a road trip to an amazing winery next to the lake, facing the mountains. A perfect sunset not to be missed.

Highlights

  • Old town of Deir el Qamar
  • Beiteddine Palace and its mosaics
  • Cedars up to 2,000 years old in the Chouf reserve
  • Lakeside winery at sunset
  • Hidden-gem coffee break and lunch

The day, step by step

  1. Morning

    Deir el Qamar

    Stone streets, the old square and the Emir’s mosque.

  2. Late morning

    Beiteddine Palace

    Courtyards, fountains and gardens of the 19th-century palace.

  3. Lunch

    Hidden gem

    A mountain lunch with a view.

  4. Afternoon

    Chouf cedars

    A gentle walk among ancient cedar trees.

  5. Sunset

    Winery by the lake

    Wine facing the mountains as the sun goes down.

Included

  • Private guiding by Nass

Bring cash for

  • Palace and reserve entrance
  • Lunch
  • Wine bottles

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