Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Priced From: $3,970 pp Dbl. Occ.
Damascus
"Syria in Depth" offers an exclusive experience in Syria--one of the Middle East's most exciting and unexplored nations. Experience for yourself the warmth and hospitality of the citizens of this ancient nation whose landscape is dotted with remains of ancient empires. Begin your tour in the ancient city of Damascus, whose mosques and architecture are some of the most magnificent of the Islamic world. Journey overland through gorgeous mountain scenery to the crusader castle of Crac des Chevaliers. Visit Ugarit, whose history dates back over four thousand years. After Latakia on the Mediterranean Coast, explore the ruins of Roman Apamea, a major stop on the caravan routes, as you continue to Aleppo. Tour the famed markets of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage City and visit its unique citadel and neighboring ruins. Travel eastwards along the Euphrates River to the settlements of Deir Ezzur and Mari, the most important Mesopotamian site in Syria. Spend a full day exploring Palmyra before returning via the charming villages of Maaloula and Seydnaya to Damascus.
Like all of our tours, this is simply a suggested itinerary, and can easily be customized to suit your schedule, budget, and interests
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Damascus;
Day 2 : Damascus day tour
Day 3 : Tour Crac des Chevalier & Tartus, overnight in Latakia
Day 4 : Tour Ugarit & Apamea, overnight in Aleppo
Day 5 : Aleppo day tour
Day 6 : St. Simeon day tour
Day 7 : Tour Raqqa & Resafe, overnight in Deir Ezzur
Day 8 : Tour Dura Europos & Mari, overnight in Palmyra
Day 9 : Full day tour of Palmyra
Day 10 : Tour Maaloula & Seydnaya, overnight in Damascus
Day 11 : Depart Damascus
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