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Bear Arabia'sTrip
to Syria
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Along with Iraq
& Lebanon, Syria is considered to be the cradle of
civilization. A country packed with monuments, antiquities,
archaeological sites, mosques, churches, synagogues, and the
famous dead cities in the north that call out the glorious
history of ancient nations.
Syria has been a meeting point between eastern and western
civilizations.
To the good luck of the tourist, Syria is still one of those
well kept secrets with an abundance of beautiful and
fascinating sites.
Foreign visitors are treated with warm hospitality and
friendliness. The gay scene is subtle and keeps a low
profile.
You should definitely go to Syria in order to immerse
yourself in a world completely unlike your own; to enjoy the
renowned sites of a country that has not as yet become an
over travelled souvenir-ridden tourist trap.
For further
information, please have a look at the article
published in the Guardian:
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http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2009/oct/24/syria-damascus-travel-news
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RE: VISA TO SYRIA
All tourists need a visa to Syria. UK and USA citizens
must obtain this visa from the Syrian embassy in
London/Washington D.C. The visa must be stamped inside
your passport prior to your arrival to Beirut. When
applying for this visa, mention that you are visiting
Lebanon, Syria. European citizens can purchase a Syrian
visa at the Lebanese-Syrian border. The price is as per
your nationality. If there is any indication in your
passport that you have visited Israel, you will not be
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Itinerary:
Tuesday, May 4th,
2010
On the Umayyad Steps
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Breakfast at the hotel in
Beirut
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After the hotel check out, we meet with our
transportation taxi.
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After a short drive, we arrive to the Lebanese-Syrian
border crossing. Following the border formalities we
switch to our Syrian bus to continue to Damascus.
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Check into our hotel
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Visit
one of the world's oldest cities where many
civilizations, such as the Armenians, Greeks, Romans,
Byzantines and Arabs, have left their marks over the
centuries. Some of the most popular sites to visit are:
The Umayyad Mosque, Al-Azem Palace, the Chapel of St.
Ananias, St. Paul's Window, Saladin Mausoleum and the
legendary
Straight Street
of Damascus.
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Dinner at a local restaurant
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Overnight: Damascus, Syria
Wednesday, May 5th,
2010
Following the Caravans… to the Desert
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Very early check out, to take the road toward Palmyra
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One of the major attractions in Syria, the high lights
of Syria Queen Zenobia city.
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Palmyra
is one of those exceptional places where art and history
have fused to produce a synthesis that will dazzle
succeeding generations. This remarkable site in the
center of the Syrian Desert became a necessary
stopping-place for caravans taking the shortest route
from the Arabia Gulf to the Mediterranean, as well as
for those taking the Silk Route and crossing the Tigris
near Seleucisin Babylon.
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We will have the chance to visit: The museum, the temple
of Bel (built in 32 A.D 40 000 square meters); the great
colonnade and the valley of tombs, the Amphitheater,
the Agora, the Baalshamine temple etc
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Dinner by the ruins
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Overnight: Palmyra, Syria
Thursday, May 6th, 2010
Joining the Knights, for a lifetime journey…..
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Morning check out, and take the road toward the sea side
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On our way, we will stop by the Krak Des Chevaliers, one
of the Crusades jewel in the region. (the most well
preserved Crusade castle from 1110 A.D the castle which
is considered the mother castle of all medieval European
castles)
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After a
short drive, we will arrive in the afternoon to Tartous,
where we will visit the city and its nice sea side
Cornish, followed by a short ride by boat to reach the
Arwad Island, one of
the last refuges of the Crusades during the famous
Crusaded-Arab wars.
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Overnight: Tartous, Syria
Friday, May 7th, 2010
Farewell & Ma’al Salameh
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Continue
south toward
Lebanon.
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Arrival to the Areda borders
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Syrian and Lebanese border formalities
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Meet with our driver for your transfer to Beirut
international airport.
(should strictly be
night flights)
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Transfer
to either
Beirut for extension overnights or to Hariri International airport
for your flight home
Included in this price
are the following services:
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Transfer to Syria
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Touring with a professional English speaking guide as
per program
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Transportation depending on the program
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All entrance fees to sites on program
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Accommodations in 3stars hotels in Syria
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Breakfasts daily provided by the hotels
Not included in this
price
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Meals: dinners & lunches
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Gratuities to guide and drivers
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Beverages
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Syrian departure taxes (payable directly at the
borders)
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Visa to Syria & Lebanon if required
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