SUN 5 Feb - Jourd Tannourine snowshoeing with Lunch
THU 12 Feb - Mar Maroun - Qadisha valley hiking
Sun 19 Feb - Snowshoeing Qanat Bakish
Sun 26 Feb - Wine tasting trip to the Beqaa
Sunday 04 March 2012 – Snowshoeing Al Arz
Saturday 10 March – Family Trip to Byblos and surroundings
Sunday 11 March 2012 – Qobayet / Akkar
Sunday 18 March, Faraya snowshoeing
Sunday 05 February, Jord Tannourine snowshoeing
The Jored of Tanourine is unique with its marvelous scenery. Nature lovers will explore the purity of the land which is a perfect place for the people yearning to go back to mother-nature arms and enjoy silence and beauty.
The snow hike will start at Ain Al Hamra at around 1800m towards Wadi Al Jored followed by an appetizing homemade lunch prepared by the local community.
Technical information
Meeting point: Beirut Down Town Parking, facing An Nahar Building
Departure Time: 07h45 a.m Estimated return time: around 18h30 p.m.
Length of the hike: +/- 4 hours; around 8 kms
Minimum number of participants: 10
Level: moderate Uphill: 100m/downhill: 250m.
Reservation dead line: Friday 03 February 2012 at 19h00
Stop en route: Yes, for the breakfast and rent the snowshoe equipment
What to bring
ID card, Backpack, waterproof Hiking boots, extra socks and spare shoes, warm layers, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Fleece Jacket, Windproof or waterproof Jacket, 1.5 liter of mineral water, gloves, lipstick, snacks and dry fruits
Prices
38US$ for adults 31US$ for Children 14-16 years old (they should be physically fit)
Including: Transportation from/to Beirut, Byblos & Beyond local representative, late Lunch prepared by the local community and the insurance
Excluding: Breakfast, the snowshoeing equipment rental fees: 7US$ per person
For reservation
By Mail: roula@byblosandbeyond.com or roula.koussaifi@gmail.com
By phone or sms: contact Roula on 03 - 91 22 05
Next Trip: Thursday 9 February, Qadisha Valley Hiking
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12 February, in the Maronite calendar, is the feast of St Maron the hermit (http://www.maroun.org/saint/maroun/life/). In commemoration, Byblos & Beyond is organizing a hiking to Qadisha Valley, one of the world's most incredible sites - the Qadisha Valley, classified as a World Heritage by the UNESCO. Our hike will start at the upper part of the valley passing by St Hawqa Monastery, Saint Marina and Our Lady of Qannoubine embedded in this stunning valley. This hike is considered moderate with expected challenging downhill rocky pathways at the beginning and will follow a footpath and some unpaved agriculture terrain throughout the hike.
Technical information
Meeting point: Beirut Down Town Parking, facing Al Nahar Building
Departure Time: 07h45 a.m
Estimated return time: around 18h30 p.m.
Length of the hike: +/- 4 hours - around 9 kms
Minimum number of participants: 10
Reservation dead line: Tuesday, 7 February 2012 evening time
Stop en route: Yes, for the breakfast and to buy something to eat for Lunch, if needed
What to bring
ID card, Backpack, Hiking boots, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Fleece Jacket, Windproof or waterproof Jacket, 1.5 liter of mineral water, picnic lunch meal, light snacks (dried fruits)
Prices
25US$ for adults
18US$ for Children below 16 years old
Including: Transportation from/to Beirut, Byblos & Beyond local representative, insurance
For reservation
By Mail: roula@byblosandbeyond.com OR roula.koussaifi@gmail.com
By phone or sms: contact Roula on 03 - 91 22 05
Next Trip: Sunday 19 February, Qanat Bakish Snowshoeing
Renowned for good quality snow, Qanat Bakish is the closest of the Lebanon's six ski resorts to Beirut. The Old village is one of the best preserved old Lebanese towns, keeping most of its original architecture and hidden treasure worth discovering.
Join us this Sunday to enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful scenery. On a clear day, we may have a view to Lebanon’s high peaks off to the east, and to the Mediterranean Sea to the west.
Technical information
Meeting point: Beirut Down Town Parking, facing An Nahar Building
Departure Time: 07h45 a.m Estimated return time: around 18h30 p.m.
Length of the hike: +/- 4 hours ; around 8 kms
Minimum number of participants: 10
Reservation dead line: Friday 17 February 2012 at 19h00
Stop en route: Yes, for the breakfast and to buy something to eat for Lunch and rent the equipments and snowshoes.
What to bring
ID card, Backpack, waterproof Hiking boots, extra socks and spare shoes, warm layers, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Fleece Jacket, Windproof or waterproof Jacket, 1.5 liter of mineral water, gloves, lipstick, picnic lunch meal, light snacks
Prices
25US$ for adults 18US$ for Children 14-16 years old (they should be physically fit)
Including: Transportation from/to Beirut, Byblos & Beyond local representative, insurance
Excluding: the snowshoeing equipment rental fees: 10$ per person
For reservation
By Mail: roula@byblosandbeyond.com or roula.koussaifi@gmail.com
By phone or sms: contact Roula on 03 - 91 22 05
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Sunday 04 March 2012 – Snowshoeing Al Arz
Join Byblos & Beyond to the most stunning Snowshoeing trip this Sunday: Arz El Rab, simply known as “The Cedars” this resort settlement in Lebanon’s highest range is one of the most dramatically beautiful spots in the country.
We will start at 1900 m, going up to 2100 meter where you’ll see spectacular sceneries and vistas as well as the hidden lovely small typical villages with its red roof houses, which reinforce the serenity of this snow hike.
Technical information
Meeting point: Beirut Down Town Parking, facing An Nahar Building
Departure Time: 07h30 a.m Estimated return time: around 19h30 p.m.
Length of the hike: +/- 4 hours ; around 8 kms
Minimum number of participants: 10
Reservation dead line: Friday 02 March 2012 at 19h00
Stop en route: Yes, for the breakfast and to buy something to eat for Lunch and rent the equipments and snowshoes.
What to bring
ID card, Backpack, waterproof Hiking boots, extra socks and spare shoes, warm layers, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Fleece Jacket, Windproof or waterproof Jacket, 1.5 liter of mineral water, gloves, lipstick, picnic lunch meal, light snacks
Prices
25US$ for adults 18US$ for Children 14-16 years old (they should be physically fit)
Including: Transportation from/to Beirut, Byblos & Beyond local representative, insurance
Excluding: the snowshoeing equipment rental fees: 10$ per person
For reservation
By Mail: roula@byblosandbeyond.com or roula.koussaifi@gmail.com
By phone or sms: contact Roula on 03 - 91 22 05
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Saturday 10 March – Family Trip to Byblos and surroundings
Time to spend together is every family's most precious resource. Byblos & Beyond trips are designed to let you make the most of every minute, with enriching activities for all ages, special meals and a range of exciting, fun and educational activities. Best of all, they give children the chance to learn true things, to meet other communities and to return home with new friendships as well as with treasured memories.
On Saturday 10 March, we have chosen a trip to Byblos and surroundings. Our journey will start in Hakel village, situated at 650 meters above sea level and 57 Kms away from Beirut. First stop to visit “Expo Hakel”the first natural history museum for marine fossils in Lebanon. Then, we will walk for around 30 to 45 minutes on foot to reach the quarry. Manual tools will be given such as hammers, chisels, adults and kids will have the chance to participate in the excavation with the hope to get a fossil specimen that will be taken home as a souvenir.
Back to the village to enjoy the Saj lunch prepared by the local community. Continue to Byblos and walk along the harbor, the old fishing port, throughout the souks, passing by St. John church before heading back to Beirut.
If the weather conditions will not help, we will suggest an alternative activity to Ehmej La Vallee Blanche. You will watch and participate in daily hand milking cow, demonstration for cheese-making and other farm skills. The farmer will be your guide when you are at the farm, the visit can be a wonderful opportunity for you to model the learning process with your children. Be curious, wonder aloud, ask someone who knows, listen carefully, take in this new knowledge and Go home more connected to the world.
Technical information
Meeting point: Beirut Down Town Parking, facing An Nahar Building
Departure Time: 08h00 a.m Estimated return time: around 18h00 p.m.
Minimum number of participants: 15
Kids ages: starting 5 years and up to 12 years Old
Reservation dead line: Friday 9 March 2012 at noon time
Stop en route: Yes, for the breakfast
What to bring
ID card, Backpack, Hiking boots, extra socks and spare shoes for kids, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Fleece Jacket, 1 liter of mineral water, snacks and dry fruits
Prices
Option 1: Byblos – Hakel
32US$ per Adult
5US$ Reduction per kid
Option 2: Byblos – Ehmej La Vallee Blanche
35US$ per Adult
5US$ Reduction per kid
Special prices for families of 4 persons and above
Including: Transportation from/to Beirut, Byblos & Beyond local representative, Saj Lunch, excavation activity + 1 fossil per person for option 1, cow-milking and cheese making for option 2 and the insurance
Excluding: Breakfast, personal expenses, entry fees to Byblos Castle
For reservation
By Mail: roula@byblosandbeyond.com or roula.koussaifi@gmail.com
By phone or sms: contact Roula on 03 - 91 22 05
Sunday 11 March 2012 – Qobayet / Akkar
This Sunday we will discover Akkar region featuring some breathtaking sceneries. The first stop will be in Qobayet village where we will meet our local guide and enjoy the Saj or Tannour traditional breakfast. The hike will start at 900m and we will ascend up to 1200m on a moderately challenging trail, passing through dense forested areas such as pine, oak, and cedar trees.
Technical information
Meeting point: Beirut Down Town Parking, facing An Nahar Building
Departure Time: 07h30 a.m Estimated return time: around 19h00 p.m.
Length of the hike: +/- 5 hours including picnic lunch break; around 11 kms
Minimum number of participants: 10
Level: moderate Uphill/downhill: 300m
Reservation dead line: Friday 9 March 2012 at 19h00
Stop en route: Yes, for the breakfast and to buy something to eat for Lunch
What to bring
ID card, Backpack, Hiking boots, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Fleece Jacket, Windproof Jacket, 1.5 liter of mineral water, picnic lunch meal, light snacks
Prices
25US$ for adults 18US$ for Children 14-16 years old (they should be physically fit)
Including: Transportation from/to Beirut, Byblos & Beyond local representative, insurance
Excluding: Lunch and personal expenses
For reservation
By Mail: roula@byblosandbeyond.com or roula.koussaifi@gmail.com
By phone or sms: contact Roula on 03 - 91 22 05
Next Trip: Sunday 18 March, Faraya snowshoeing
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