Timeless Tripoli, Tales and Flavors

$135 / Per person

Tripoli is Lebanon’s vibrant Northern heart, full of stories waiting to be discovered.
This isn’t just a city tour. It’s a journey through ancient streets, stunning Arabesque architecture, old hammams, and echoes of the past.
We’ll begin with a traditional breakfast at a beloved local spot. Then, guided by a passionate local, we’ll wander through narrow alleys, vibrant souks, and historic hammams, immersing in the city’s timeless charm.
We will visit Oscar Niemeyer’s abandoned fairgrounds, a place of faded dreams and quiet beauty.
The day ends with what Tripoli does best: rich flavors and sweets.

10 hours

Age: 12+

Starting from Beirut

Destination:	Tripoli (North Lebanon)
Pricing:	120$ / per person — based on a minimum of 6 participants. Final price may vary for smaller or larger groups.
Departure:	Beirut at 9:00 am
Departure Time:	Around 6:00 pm
Return Time:	English, Arabic, French
Included:	Transportation Breakfast Local guide Entrance fees Sweets selection
Excluded:	Lunch Personal purchases Insurance
Optional Activities:	Boat ride towards the islands (only possible if sea condition allows)
What to Bring:	Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, curiosity, appetite, scarf (for women who might wish to enter a mosque)
Additional Notes:	Modest attire recommended for religious and traditional sites. The old city involves uneven ground and stairs. Not suitable for people with mobility challenges.

Tour Plan

Breakfast & First Impressions

We’ll begin our day with a hearty breakfast at a beloved local restaurant known for its traditional foul, creamy hummus, and balila. It’s loud, friendly, and absolutely delicious, a true taste of the city.

Traditional breakfast

Old Town Guided Walk

This is where Tripoli’s magic lives. Led by a local, we’ll walk through the Mamluk and Ottoman quarters. vibrant souks, ancient mosques, decorative facades, mashrabiya balconies, and carved wooden doors. Tripoli’s old town is one of the best-preserved examples of Arab-Islamic architecture in the region. Throughout the walk we’ll step into three historic hammams,each one whispering stories of traditions and rituals

Local-led guided walk around the old town and souks
Visits to historic hammams
Architectural insights and photography moments

Citadel of St. Gilles - Fortress on the Hill

Perched high above the city, this 12th-century crusader fortress watches over the maze below. We’ll explore the thick walls, hidden passageways, and panoramic views from the top.

Visit and tour of Saint-Gilles Citadel

Ghosts of Modernism - Niemeyer’s Abandoned Fair

Next, we’ll step into something completely different. At the edge of Tripoli lies an abandoned architectural dream. The International Fair of Tripoli was designed in the 1960s by Brazilian legend Oscar Niemeyer. Meant to showcase Lebanon’s modern future, it was unfortunately never finished. Now, it stands silent and overgrown. It is a surreal space of domes, brutalist elements, and concrete curves. It’s haunting but deeply beautiful.

Walk through the fairgrounds

Late Lunch and Sweet Finale

Tripoli knows how to treat you right. We’ll sit down at the city's iconic home of traditional sweets, Lebanon’s most famous dessert house, for a late lunch, and a sweet finale featuring a selection of delicious sweets.