Tour packages to Syria in 2023

We arrange a variety of tour packages to Syria to various tourist destinations, with a facility for tailor-made excursions for individuals who prefer traveling individually.
We keep a close eye on the security situation on the ground. Depending on the level of stability, tour schedules may be altered at the last minute. Safety for our clients is our top priority.

Who can visit Syria?

At the start of October 2021, the Syrian borders were once again open to foreign travelers. The application procedure for a tourist visa to Syria is still the same as it was previously, and you must still travel with a local guide. But now that the airport has reopened, there are additional ways to travel there.
Unfortunately,holders of US passports are unable to visit Syria in the meantime. Additionally, entry is prohibited to anyone whose passport bears an Israeli stamp

COVID-19 travel restrictions for Syria

There are currently no travel restrictions to Syria. Vaccinated visitors just need to show their immunization record while entering and leaving Syria. Travelers who are unvaccinated should present a negative PCR, but they hardly ever do.

3-day tour to Syria

3-day tour to Syria

City tour of Damascus -Maaloula -Mishtaya -Saidnaya


5-days tour to Syria

5-days tour to Syria

City tour of Damascus-Maaloula -Homs- Hama- Aleppo


7-days tour to Syria

7-days tour to Syria

City tour of Damascus-Bosra- Maaloula- Palmyra- Latakia-Saidnaya

2-days tour to Syria

2-days tour to Syria

City tour of Damascus-Bosra- Maaloula- Palmyra- Latakia-Saidnaya


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Planning for a tour to Syria? How to get there?

Syria may be reached most easily from Beirut by traveling to Damascus.
Even though Beirut is only 115 kilometers from Damascus, the trip takes 2 to 4 hours, including the time spent at customs. They hardly ever check your passport on the Lebanese side. On the Syrian side, it takes about 20 minutes as long as there are no people present. You will pass through multiple checkpoints after receiving your visa for Syria and continuing your journey, without facing any issues.

Which places do SyriaLinktours packages to Syria cover and what are the tour itineraries?

Our tours packages to Syria cover a wide proportion of the country's landmarks and ancient castles and ruins, along with scenic landscapes.
Our first and finest stop in Syria is Damascus, which includes the old city with its magnificent landmarks like the Umayyad Mosque, Al Azem Palace, Via Recta street , and many others.
Christian towns like Saidnaya and Maaloula make up a sizable portion of the journey as well.
No vacation to Syria is complete without visiting Aleppo. Syria's famous and unrivaled city, where we will see the Great Umayyad Mosque and the 11-kilometer-long exciting covered bazaar .

No vacation to Syria is complete without visiting Aleppo. Syria's famous and unrivaled city, where we will see the Great Umayyad Mosque and the 11-kilometer-long exciting covered bazaar.
The Straight Street and Temple of Bel in Palmyra, as well as the Roman Theater in Bosra, south Syria, are two must-see ancient Roman ruins.

There are many interesting places and landmarks to explore through our tours to Syria . From Damascus and its ancient, magnificent city to Aleppo's citadel, passing past Palmyra, Krak de Chavaliers, and the coastal region.
Day 1: Arrival - City tour of Damascus

  • Arriving in Damascus

  • Start the full-day city trip by going down the Via Recta (straight street), which was mentioned in the Bible.

  • Visit the Azem Palace housing the Museum of Arts and Popular Traditions.

  • Head to Umayyad Mosque which is one of the earliest surviving mosques in the world.

  • Spend the night in Damascus, you can go shopping in the old Souq and finish the day by walking past the Church of St. Paul's Window.


Day 2: Damascus - Maaloula - Krak des Chevaliers

  • A visit to Maaloula, a town in Rif-Dimashq built into the rocky mountainside at a height of more than 1500 meters. It is the only place where Aramaic, the language used by Jesus, is still spoken.

  • Head to Aleppo the next day in the morning.


Day 3: Aleppo City tour - Departure

  • Visit Aleppo's Citadel, a magnificent example of Islamic military architecture.

  • Travel to the Great Umayyad Mosque, which its minaret was destroyed during the crisis.

  • Wandering in a portion of the 11-kilometer-long thrilling covered bazaar.

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 2022? 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?

At the Syrian border, the USD is the primary currency for exchange into the Syrian pound. Bring cash with you because ATMs are often unreliable.

FAQ

There is no specific number in our group, but the bus can accommodate around 45 people. We will make sure your trip is highly comfortable and pleasant.

All our service fees are included in the initial payment as a whole package. You won't have to worry about any additional expenses.

Hospitals and medical facilities are distributed throughout the Syrian territories. We offer health insurance for our tourists to guarantee their good health throughout the tour.

There are now flights going to and from Syria. Both the international airports in Aleppo and Damascus are operational. The following airlines are available:

  • Fly Baghdad Airlines from Iraq to Syria.

  • UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Egypt, and Russia are all served by Syrian Air.

  • Cham Wings serves Oman, Kuwait, the UAE, Russia, and Armenia.


Syria tourist attractions

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Syria is well known for its stunning, still-standing monuments that spread across the lands, as well as for its lengthy history that dates back to the first century BC. How Syria still embraces both contemporary trends and the magnificence of the past will surprise you. From the ruins of Palmyra in the center to the Saidnaya Lady Monastery in the south, Syria is home to a large number of tourism and archaeological sites.


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