Planning for a tour to Syria? How to get there
Syria may be reached easily from Beirut by car or flight to Damascus.
Even though Beirut is only 115 kilometers away from Damascus, the trip usually takes 2 to 4 hours, including the time spent at customs. Passport check on the Syrian side takes about 20 minutes if no crowds are present. You will pass through some checkpoints after stamping your Syrian visa and continue your journey, without facing any issues.
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What is the best way to fly in and out of Syria?
You can also fly in, but since there are hardly any connections at Damascus’ international airport, traveling by land from Beirut will always be easier. Check out the local airlines in any case. They occasionally fly out of Sharjah, Doha, and Dubai.
Are the tours to Syria safe in the mean time?
For anyone traveling to Syria, safety is the other major concern, in addition to the visa. West Syrian cities like Aleppo and Damascus are completely safe, and the final active battleground is the city of Idlib. There is a high degree of security and nothing has happened for a long time since Damascus for example has military checkpoints at multiple regions where they examine your car. However, you should constantly be aware of your surroundings and conduct your own investigation prior to traveling.
Why visit Syria in 2024? What is Syria famous for?
The tours packages to Syria are highly entertaining and exciting. Syria is a country rich in history and the home of one of human history’s ancient civilizations. You can discover a lot about the current crisis and the history before and after it if you visit there with respect. You will be surprised at how great the local culture, food, music, and art are! and a lot more interesting facts about the country that the news won’t reveal.
Could tourists make their own tour packages to Syria independently?
In order to enter Syria, you will require a visa. You must make arrangements for a specific security clearance through a travel agency in Syria because you are no longer able to go entirely independently.
Is it possible to connect to the network constantly in Syria and is the internet connection stable?
Yes, it is stable, with a few outages during the year due to sea fiber cable beaks. But nearly all hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, and bars offer free WiFi. In comparison to the global average, Syria’s average download speed (768 Kbit/s) is comparatively low.
What is the weather situation in Syria, and when is the best time to make tours to Syria?
Syria mostly experiences Mediterranean weather. Cities that have a view of the sea typically have an extremely hot summer with high humidity levels and a somewhat cool and rainy winter. On the other hand, high-altitude places with frequent snowfall and occasionally below-freezing winter temperatures, like the Syrian Coastal Mountain Range, have a harsher climate.
The best times to travel to the country are in the spring and fall because of the comfortable temperatures and magnificent breezes that prevail in between the major seasons.
How to dress during my tour to Syria?
Regular clothing is acceptable for men. In sacred places, women should cover their shoulders and knees. In one or two mosques, hair must be covered. When necessary, abayas will be made available.
What currency should I bring to Syria?
Yes, it is stable, with a few outages during the year due to sea fiber cable beaks. But nearly all hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, and bars offer free WiFi. In comparison to the global average, Syria’s average download speed (768 Kbit/s) is comparatively low.
