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Spend a day walking beneath ancient cedars in the Chouf Reserve, then descend to the Bekaa Valley for tastings at two historic wineries. This guided private tour pairs light hiking with a grounded introduction to Lebanese wine and landscape.
Spend a day walking beneath ancient cedars in the Chouf Reserve, then descend to the Bekaa Valley for tastings at two historic wineries. This guided private tour pairs light hiking with a grounded introduction to Lebanese wine and landscape.
A cool mountain wind moves through columns of cedar trunks as you step onto the trail above Maasser Al Chouf. The walk begins under enormous, aromatic cedars whose rough bark and low branches create a hush that pushes conversation into easy, slowed footsteps. Later, the road drops into the Bekaa valley and vineyards appear like a different mood of the same landscape: sunlit rows and stone cellars opening onto wide views.
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Operated by Lebanon Tours & travels · Maasser Al Chouf, Mount Lebanon Governorate
A cool mountain wind moves through columns of cedar trunks as you step onto the trail above Maasser Al Chouf. The walk begins under enormous, aromatic cedars whose rough bark and low branches create a hush that pushes conversation into easy, slowed footsteps. Later, the road drops into the Bekaa valley and vineyards appear like a different mood of the same landscape: sunlit rows and stone cellars opening onto wide views.
This day trip threads two distinct stories of Lebanon. The Al-Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve protects some of the country’s oldest cedars and sits on the slopes of the Mount Lebanon range; the forest grows on limestone soils shaped by uplift and erosion. It’s a cultural landscape too — cedar wood appears on ancient Phoenician and national symbols. The Bekaa Valley that follows is Lebanon’s agricultural heart, with wineries such as Château Ksara (est. 1857) and Château St Thomas (est. 1990) that marry European techniques to local varietals.
Expect an easy-to-moderate, mostly short hike (roughly 1–3 miles of walking, some uneven ground and short climbs, up to a few hundred meters of elevation change). Bring sturdy shoes for rocky sections and layers for rapidly shifting mountain sun and wind. Tastings generally occur at two wineries and transport is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Plan for hydration and pacing: sip water on the climb, take time to read vineyard labels, and leave space for slower moments — the cedars will make you slow down, while the valley invites you to lean into a glass and the view.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires comfortable walking on uneven trails for short periods and ability to board vehicles for transfers.
Tastings at the two listed wineries are typically part of the visit, but formal admissions or premium cellar tours may not be included—ask your guide if specific cellar access is important.
The walk in the cedar reserve is short and rated easy to moderate with some uneven ground and brief climbs; total hiking distance is usually 1–3 miles with modest elevation change.
Yes—this private tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle as listed in the inclusions.
The trip is family-friendly with infant seats available, but consider trail surface and tasting elements when traveling with young children.
Al-Shouf Cedar Reserve protects some of Lebanon’s most iconic cedar groves and was designated a UNESCO biosphere reserve in 2005; vineyards in the Bekaa reflect centuries of winemaking adapted under Ottoman and modern Lebanese stewardship.
The reserve focuses on reforestation and fire prevention to protect cedar stands; visitors are encouraged to stay on marked trails and avoid disturbing seedlings and wildlife.
Lebanon Tours & travels operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A cool mountain wind moves through columns of cedar trunks as you step onto the trail above Maasser Al Chouf. The walk begins under enormous, aromatic cedars whose rough bark and low branches create a hush that pushes conversation into easy, slowed footsteps. Later, the road drops into the Bekaa valley and vineyards appear like a different mood of the same landscape: sunlit rows and stone cellars opening onto wide views.
A cool mountain wind moves through columns of cedar trunks as you step onto the trail above Maasser Al Chouf. The walk begins under enormous, aromatic cedars whose rough bark and low branches create a hush that pushes conversation into easy, slowed footsteps. Later, the road drops into the Bekaa valley and vineyards appear like a different mood of the same landscape: sunlit rows and stone cellars opening onto wide views.
This day trip threads two distinct stories of Lebanon. The Al-Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve protects some of the country’s oldest cedars and sits on the slopes of the Mount Lebanon range; the forest grows on limestone soils shaped by uplift and erosion. It’s a cultural landscape too — cedar wood appears on ancient Phoenician and national symbols. The Bekaa Valley that follows is Lebanon’s agricultural heart, with wineries such as Château Ksara (est. 1857) and Château St Thomas (est. 1990) that marry European techniques to local varietals.
Expect an easy-to-moderate, mostly short hike (roughly 1–3 miles of walking, some uneven ground and short climbs, up to a few hundred meters of elevation change). Bring sturdy shoes for rocky sections and layers for rapidly shifting mountain sun and wind. Tastings generally occur at two wineries and transport is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Plan for hydration and pacing: sip water on the climb, take time to read vineyard labels, and leave space for slower moments — the cedars will make you slow down, while the valley invites you to lean into a glass and the view.