# Syria Tours — Syria Link --- --- Private and group tours from 2 to 7+ days covering Damascus, Palmyra, Aleppo, Homs, and the Mediterranean coast. --- --- ## 2 Days Syria Tour - **Duration**: 2 Days - **Route**: Damascus — Maaloula — Sednaya — Damascus - **Type**: Private or Group - **Price**: From $200 per person - **Best for**: Short visits, transit travelers, business trips ### Highlights - Explore Damascus Old City, Umayyad Mosque, and Souq Al-Hamidiyah - Visit Maaloula, the ancient Christian town where Aramaic is still spoken - See Sednaya Monastery and surrounding hills - Traditional Damascus lunch and tea experience ### Itinerary **Day 1**: Arrival & Damascus Old City (Lunch, Dinner) Arrive in Damascus. Meet your guide and driver at the airport, border, or hotel. Begin with a walking tour of the Old City: Umayyad Mosque, Al-Hamidiyah Souq, Azem Palace, and Straight Street. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the old quarter. Afternoon visit to the National Museum (optional) or free time in Bab Touma district. Evening welcome dinner. **Day 2**: Maaloula & Sednaya — Departure (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning drive to Maaloula (approx. 1 hour north of Damascus), a mountain village where Aramaic is still spoken. Visit the monasteries of St. Sergius and St. Thecla nestled in the cliffs. Continue to Sednaya, home to one of the oldest continuously operating monasteries in the world. Afternoon return to Damascus for departure transfer. ### Included - Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver - English-speaking local guide - Airport/pickup and drop-off transfers - 1 night accommodation in Damascus (4-star or boutique) - Meals as listed in itinerary - Entry fees to sites mentioned in itinerary - Bottled water in the vehicle ### Not Included - International flights to/from Syria - Syria entry visa and clearance (we provide guidance letters) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses and tips - Meals not mentioned in itinerary [View this tour online](https://syrialink.net/tours/2-days-syria) --- ## 3 Days Syria Tour - **Duration**: 3 Days - **Route**: Damascus — Palmyra — Damascus - **Type**: Private or Group - **Price**: From $326 per person - **Best for**: Weekend trips, history enthusiasts, first-time visitors ### Highlights - Full-day Damascus Old City tour with local specialist guide - Journey to Palmyra, the legendary Silk Road city - Sunset at Palmyra ruins and panoramic views - Visit Damascus countryside and traditional villages - Authentic Syrian cuisine at family-run restaurants ### Itinerary **Day 1**: Arrival & Damascus Old City (Lunch, Dinner) Arrive in Damascus. Your guide and driver will meet you. Walking tour of Damascus Old City: Umayyad Mosque, Saladin's Mausoleum, Al-Hamidiyah Souq, Azem Palace, Straight Street. Traditional lunch at a historic courtyard restaurant. Afternoon explore Bab Touma and Bab Sharqi quarters. Overnight in Damascus. **Day 2**: Palmyra — Desert City (Breakfast, Lunch) Early morning departure to Palmyra (approx. 3 hours). Explore the ancient ruins: Temple of Bel, the monumental colonnade, theater, agora, and the Valley of Tombs. Visit the Palmyra Museum. Lunch in Palmyra town. Afternoon climb the Arab castle for panoramic views over the ruins at sunset. Return to Damascus in the evening. **Day 3**: Damascus Countryside & Departure (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning visit to Mount Qasioun for a panoramic view of Damascus. Continue to Zabadani or Bloudan for a brief countryside experience (seasonal). Afternoon return to Damascus for final shopping, a last traditional meal, and departure transfer. ### Included - Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver - English-speaking local guide - Airport/pickup and drop-off transfers - 2 nights accommodation in Damascus (4-star or boutique) - Meals as listed in itinerary - Entry fees to all sites mentioned - Bottled water in the vehicle ### Not Included - International flights - Syria entry visa and clearance (guidance letters provided) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses and tips [View this tour online](https://syrialink.net/tours/3-days-syria) --- ## 5 Days Syria Tour - **Duration**: 5 Days - **Route**: Damascus — Palmyra — Homs — Aleppo — Damascus - **Type**: Private or Group - **Price**: From $695 per person - **Best for**: Cultural travelers, photographers, first-time visitors wanting a comprehensive view ### Highlights - Damascus Old City deep dive with local expert guides - Palmyra desert ruins and sunset from the Arab castle - Krak des Chevaliers, one of the best-preserved Crusader castles - Aleppo Citadel and the historic covered souqs - Syrian cuisine: Damascus, Homs, and Aleppo food traditions ### Itinerary **Day 1**: Arrival & Damascus Old City (Lunch, Dinner) Arrive in Damascus. Meet your guide and driver. Walking tour of the Old City: Umayyad Mosque, Al-Hamidiyah Souq, Azem Palace, Straight Street, and the historic khans. Traditional Damascene lunch. Afternoon optional visit to the National Museum. Evening free to explore Bab Touma and enjoy dinner at a courtyard restaurant. Overnight in Damascus. **Day 2**: Palmyra Expedition (Breakfast, Lunch) Early departure to Palmyra (3 hours). Full exploration of the ancient city: Temple of Bel, Great Colonnade, theater, agora, and Valley of Tombs. Lunch in Palmyra town. Afternoon visit to the museum and climb the Arab castle for sunset views over the ruins. Overnight in Palmyra or return to Damascus. **Day 3**: Homs & Krak des Chevaliers (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning drive to Homs. Visit the historic Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque and the old city area. Continue to Krak des Chevaliers, the magnificent Crusader fortress and UNESCO World Heritage site. Guided tour of the castle. Lunch with a view. Afternoon drive to Aleppo (approx. 2 hours). Overnight in Aleppo. **Day 4**: Aleppo — The Northern Capital (Breakfast, Lunch) Full day exploring Aleppo. Morning visit to the Aleppo Citadel dominating the city skyline. Walk through the covered souqs, one of the longest in the world. Visit the Great Mosque of Aleppo, Aleppo Museum (if open), and the historic khans. Traditional Aleppine lunch including local specialties. Afternoon explore the Christian quarter and Jdeideh district. Overnight in Aleppo. **Day 5**: Return to Damascus & Departure (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning drive back to Damascus (approx. 4.5 hours) via the highway. Stop at the Dead Cities or Maarat al-Numan for a brief visit (time permitting). Lunch en route. Arrive in Damascus for departure transfer or optional extension night. ### Included - Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver for all days - English-speaking local guide throughout - Airport/pickup and drop-off transfers - 4 nights accommodation (Damascus, Palmyra/Homs, Aleppo) - Meals as listed in itinerary - Entry fees to all sites - Bottled water in the vehicle ### Not Included - International flights - Syria entry visa and clearance (guidance letters provided) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses, drinks, and tips - Optional activities not in the itinerary [View this tour online](https://syrialink.net/tours/5-days-syria) --- ## 7 Days Syria Tour - **Duration**: 7 Days - **Route**: Damascus — Palmyra — Homs — Aleppo — Latakia — Damascus - **Type**: Private or Group - **Price**: From $950 per person - **Best for**: In-depth travelers, cultural explorers, photography tours ### Highlights - Complete Damascus exploration with off-the-beaten-path quarters - Palmyra sunrise and sunset experiences - Krak des Chevaliers and the Homs region - Aleppo Old City, Citadel, and souqs with local culinary stops - Mediterranean coast: Latakia, Ugarit, and Saladin's Castle - Syrian cuisine journey across four cities ### Itinerary **Day 1**: Arrival & Damascus Welcome (Dinner) Arrive in Damascus. Meet your guide and driver. Afternoon orientation walk through the Old City: Umayyad Mosque, Al-Hamidiyah Souq, Straight Street. Welcome dinner at a traditional Damascene courtyard restaurant. Overnight in Damascus. **Day 2**: Damascus Deep Dive (Breakfast, Lunch) Full day in Damascus. Morning visit to the National Museum and the Tekkiye Sulaymaniyah complex. Walk through Bab Touma, Bab Sharqi, and the Christian quarter. Lunch at a traditional restaurant. Afternoon visit Mount Qasioun for panoramic city views, then explore the Sayyida Ruqayya shrine and the surrounding old quarter. Evening free. Overnight in Damascus. **Day 3**: Maaloula, Sednaya & Desert Route to Palmyra (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning visit to Maaloula and Sednaya monasteries north of Damascus. Continue east on the desert road to Palmyra. Arrive in time for sunset at the ruins. Check into accommodation. Overnight in Palmyra. **Day 4**: Palmyra Morning & Homs Afternoon (Breakfast, Lunch) Sunrise visit to Palmyra for photography (optional). Full guided tour of the ancient city: Temple of Bel, Great Colonnade, theater, Valley of Tombs. Late morning departure to Homs. Afternoon visit Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque and Homs Old City. Overnight in Homs. **Day 5**: Krak des Chevaliers & Drive to Aleppo (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning visit to Krak des Chevaliers, the magnificent Crusader fortress. Guided exploration of the castle. Lunch in the valley. Afternoon drive to Aleppo (approx. 2 hours). Evening walk in the Jdeideh Christian quarter and dinner at a historic Aleppine restaurant. Overnight in Aleppo. **Day 6**: Aleppo — The Citadel and Souqs (Breakfast, Lunch) Full day in Aleppo. Morning at the Aleppo Citadel and surrounding area. Walk the covered souqs — one of the longest in the world. Visit the Great Mosque of Aleppo and historic khans (caravanserais). Lunch in the souq area with local specialties. Afternoon visit to the Armenian quarter and Aleppo Museum (if open). Farewell dinner in Aleppo. Overnight in Aleppo. **Day 7**: Coastal Route: Saladin's Castle & Departure (Breakfast, Lunch) Morning drive toward the coast. Visit Saladin's Castle (Qalaat Salah ad-Din), a dramatic fortress built on a mountain ridge. Brief visit to the ancient site of Ugarit near Latakia (if time allows). Lunch on the Mediterranean coast. Afternoon return to Damascus (approx. 4 hours) or departure from Latakia/Damascus as arranged. ### Included - All private transportation with air-conditioned vehicle and driver - English-speaking local guide for all 7 days - Arrival and departure transfers - 6 nights accommodation (Damascus, Palmyra, Homs, Aleppo) - Meals as listed in itinerary - Entry fees to all sites mentioned - Bottled water daily in the vehicle ### Not Included - International flights - Syria entry visa and clearance (guidance letters provided) - Travel insurance - Personal expenses, drinks, and tips - Optional activities or extensions [View this tour online](https://syrialink.net/tours/7-days-syria)