See Lebanon’s second largest city, Tripoli, and search for unique traditional crafts in its labyrinthine souks (traditional marketplaces).

Visit the birthplace and tomb of Lebanon’s revered mystic poet and artist, Khalil Gibran, in the picturesque town of Bcharré, and walk through this traditional, red-roofed, mountain village overlooking the Qadisha Valley.

Hike along a rippling river through the lush, cool Qadisha Valley to visit the ancient rock-cut monasteries clinging precipitously to the steep, rocky cliffs.

Marvel at the size and majesty of Lebanon’s 1,000-year-old Cedar trees at Arz Ar-Rab (near Bcharré) or the Tannourine Cedars Forest Nature Reserve.

Climb Lebanon’s tallest mountain, Qornet Es-Saouda (3,090m), and take to the slopes at the country’s highest ski resort, The Cedars.

Grab a boat to Palm Islands Nature Reserve to watch birds (some 300 species during migratory seasons), endangered sea turtles, and other wildlife.

Go caving or rappel deep into a rocky sinkhole in the mountains near Tannourine.

Explore the dense forests and spectacular scenery and wildlife in the remote Aakkar region on a multi-day hike.