DAYS 1 & 2

Your full day of sightseeing starts on Day 2 with the National Museum of Damascus, the underground St. Ananias Chapel, St. Paul’s Church and the Old City. See the Azem Palace, a wonderful example of an 18th-century Damascene house and Umayyad Mosque, built in 705 A.D. Also view the adjacent Tomb of Salah al-Din (Saladin’s Tomb). (B, L)

Four Seasons Hotel, Damascus

DAY 3

This morning drive to Crac des Chevaliers, the Castle of the Knights, a stately 12th-century Crusader castle. Visit the Cathedral of Tartus before continuing on to Lattakia, an important port city. (B, L)

Afamia Rotana Resort, Lattakia

DAYS 4 & 5

This morning drive to the capital of the Ugarit Kingdom, the ancient city of Ras Shamra. Next drive up into the limestone hills and visit the 5th-century A.D. pilgrimage cathedral dedicated to St. Simeon. Continue to Aleppo, one of the great Middle Eastern trading centers. See the Great Mosque, the Citadel, and the over 7-mile-long labyrinth of the covered souq. (2B, 2L)

Sheraton Hotel, Aleppo

DAYS 6 & 7

Visit the Kingdom of Ebla, the old Syrian civilization that flourished in the 3rd and 2nd centuries B.C. See the ruins of Apamea and the beautiful city of Hama. Continue through the middle of the Syrian Desert to arrive at Palmyra, an oasis city and link on the ancient Silk Road between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates. (2B, 2L)

Tadamora Palace Hotel, Palmyra

DAYS 8 & 9

A World Heritage Site, Baalbek’s awe-inspiring ruins and temples are among the largest and finest examples of Roman architecture in the world. Explore this ancient city, appreciating the grand columned temples and their intricately carved stonework before returning to Damascus. On Day 9 you will be taken to the airport for your flight home or on to your next destination. (2B, L)

Four Seasons Hotel, Damascus

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Four Seasons Hotel, Damascus
Damascus, Syria

The hotel is a bastion of luxury set beside a lovely public garden and ancient mosque conveniently located in a prime downtown area. The Four Seasons is the country's largest five-star hotel, and the first built (in 2005) in more than 20 years. The hotel features five restaurants, a health club with outdoor swimming pools and spa, a business center, gift shop and laundry and dry-cleaning services. Your spacious room features CD and DVD players, in room safe internet access, coffee-maker, and mini bar. The large bathrooms incorporate a deep tub with a hand held shower, separate glass walled shower stall, hairdryer and terrycloth bathrobe and an illuminated make-up/shaving mirror.

Afamia Rotana Resort
Lattakia, Syria

Afamia Rotana Resort is located at the crossroad of the Near East, the property is on a peninsula, 2 km from the Latakia city centre and has an exceptional beach front, which makes it an ideal destination for leisure and business travellers alike.

Sheraton Hotel, Aleppo
Aleppo, Syria

Built in the downtown Bab Al Faraj district, the historical city of Aleppo and all its wonders are right outside our door. From the famous Citadel to the Omayyad Mosque, National Museum, you will discover history around every corner. Known for its great dining choices, the Sheraton Aleppo Hotel offers a wide range of authentic dining experiences. There is also a health club, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, business center, laundry/valet service and boutiques The spacious rooms are equipped with a mini bar, wireless Internet access, a work desk, outlet adapters, separate bath/shower and hair dryers.

Tadamora Palace Hotel
Palmyra, Syria

Tadamora Palace contains a total of 63 twin or double rooms, 6 corner standard and executive suites and an expansive 4 bedroom Presidential Suite located on the top floor of the hotel viewing the ruins of Palmyra. The rooms are on 3 levels open to atrium. The Spectacular property offers wide ranging services and facilities to ensure supreme conformability in a welcoming atmosphere. Guest rooms are liberating sense of space, designed to inspire, its beauty connects you with the surrounding environment, while ensuring your comfort and convenience, featuring a fresh and unconventional design utilizing natural materials of the region. A totally new approach to materials, finishes, and colors contribute to a memorable holiday experience. The rooms are totally comfortable, and you will enjoy a restful sleep because we took care of every single detail in the guests’ room to be just right.

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