Mleeta Landmark – Beaufort Castle – Temple of Eshmun Day Tour From Beirut

🏰 About the Tour to Mleeta Landmark – Beaufort Castle – Temple of Eshmun

• Join Zingy Ride on a full-day guided tour through South Lebanon, where ancient ruins meet modern history. This cultural journey takes you to three of the region’s most iconic sites: the Mleeta Resistance Landmark, the Beaufort Castle (Qalaat al Shaqif), and the Temple of Eshmun near Sidon. Experience Lebanon’s diverse layers of history — from Phoenician temples to Crusader fortresses to modern resistance museums.

🏞 First Stop: Mleeta Resistance Landmark – Jabal Mleeta

• Your day begins with hotel pick-up in Beirut followed by a scenic drive to the Mleeta Resistance Landmark, located in the mountains of Nabatieh. Often called the Hezbollah Museum Lebanon, this site tells the story of the resistance against Israeli occupation through tunnels, weapons exhibits, and outdoor installations.

• 🎯 Experience the interactive shooting simulator
• 📸 Walk through the underground bunkers and battlefield scenes
• 🌄 Enjoy panoramic views from Jabal Mleeta
• 🗺️ Learn about Lebanon’s modern war history

🏯 Second Stop: Beaufort Castle (Qalaat al-Shaqif)

• Next, explore the legendary Beaufort Castle, also known as Shaqif Arnoun. Perched on a cliff above the Litani River, this medieval fortress dates back to the Crusader era and has been a strategic military point for centuries.

• 🏰 Discover one of the most powerful Crusader castles in Lebanon
• 📖 Hear stories of Beaufort Castle’s history and battles
• 📷 Take in stunning views of Southern Lebanon’s valleys and mountains
• 🧭 Explore its towers, walls, and remaining structures

🍽️ Lunch Break – 1 Hour at a Traditional Lebanese Restaurant

• Enjoy authentic local cuisine in a nearby village. Optional vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.

🛕 Final Stop: Temple of Eshmun – Sidon

• The day ends with a visit to the Temple of Eshmun, one of the most important Phoenician archaeological sites in Lebanon. This ancient temple, dedicated to Eshmun, the god of healing, is located near the Awali River, just northeast of Sidon (Saida).

• 🏛️ Explore the Phoenician ruins and sacred basins
• 📜 Learn about Eshmun’s role in ancient healing rituals
• 🌿 Walk through peaceful surroundings filled with history