2 Days Syria Tour
Damascus — Maaloula — Sednaya — Damascus
2 Days
Damascus
Damascus
Private & Group
From $200 per person
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
Best For
- Short visits
- transit travelers
- business trips
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 2-day tour enough to see Damascus?
Two days is enough for a focused introduction to Damascus Old City and one nearby site like Maaloula. If you have more time, we recommend the 3-day or 5-day tour.
Can I start from Beirut?
Yes. We offer transfer from Beirut to Damascus (approx. 2.5 hours with border crossing). Let us know in your inquiry.
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