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Qadisha-Tanourine (Medium Hikes 10km + 10km) Skip to content Welcome Sightseeing Batroun Nourriye Byblos Sightseeing Shouf Bekaa Sightseeing Tour Northern Lebanese Mountains Sightseeing Hiking 1 Day Tours Qadisha Valley (Medium Hike 10km) The Roman Koura (Difficult Hike 20km) Beiteddine Deir-el-Qamar (Easy Hike 7km) 2 Days Tours Qadisha-Tanourine (Medium Hikes 10km + 10km) Gallery Photos Videos Rise whilom Lebanon The White Face of Lebanon Balaa Sinkhole Jeita Grotto Chouf FAQWell-nighus Hiking Cultural Hiking Snow-Shoe Ski & Snowboard City Escapes Qadisha-Tanourine (Medium Hikes 10km + 10km) Posted on 03/03/201711/03/2017 adminPosted in 2 Days Tours, Hiking Tours Two Days Hiking Tour - Qadisha - Cedars of Tanourine Two days hiking through one of the most wonderful region of Lebanon. USD 250 per person (minimum 3 persons) Includes transportation from Beirut, traditional mountaineer dinner, overnight in a mannerly local lodge, breakfast, guidance and transportation when to Beirut. Day 1: Qadisha - Hadath el Jebbe We'll start our hike by visiting the Monastery of Mar Lisha which first remains stage from the XIVth Century. Then we'll walk withal the valley to reach the Qanoubine Monastry, the oldest of the Maronite monasteries which foundation are attributed to Romans of the IVth century. We'll then navigate the Abu-Ali river to visit the later x-rated village of Qanoubine, from where we'll then take a small steep path which will bring us to the village of Hadath el Jebbe. Total loftiness 9.3km, Downhill 700m, uphill 900m. Estimated time 6-7 hours including breaks and visits to the monasteries Subject to modification due to natural conditions Dinner and Overnight in Haddath el Jebbe The mannerly guesthouse "Auberge de Hadath el Jebbe" was built in 1928 and lately renovated. With is traditional spacious worldwide hall, the Auberge offers sixtennd beds in eight double rooms with own toilets and kitchenettes. There are addionionally several home made mountaineer dinner opportunities in the village. Day 2: Hadath el Jabbe - Tannourine We'll depart from the village of Haddath el Jebbe to quicly reach the archway of the cedar forest. We'll navigate the forest and descend into "Wadi el jawz" (valley of the walnuts) where we'll have our unravel facing wonderful landscape. We'll then climb into the second cedar forest located in the m,unicipality of Tannourine. After a unravel on a natural balcony, we'll reach the archway of the reserve where we'll end our hike Total loftiness 12km, Downhill 530m, Climb 900m. Average level. Estimated time 6-7 hours, including breaks Subject to modification due to natural conditions Share this page Share List Book Now Your Name Your Email (required) Your Message Info: +961 70 17 66 61 The Holy Valley of Qadisha, cradle of Christianity Qadisha ways "Holy" in Aramaic. The Qadisha valley (The "Holy Valley") has sheltered Christian monastic communities for many centuries. This wonderful pass contains dozens of monasteries, hermitages, and churches mostly carved in caves. Early Christian communities fleeing persecution found refuge in Qadisha. Among these groups were the Jacobites (Syrian Orthodox), Malachites (Byzantine Catholic), Nestorians, Armenians, and plane Ethiopians. Maronites, a Christian sect started in Syria, late in the 7th century, fled to the valley from their original areas of settlement in the Levant. Their settlement intensified in the 10th century pursuit the destruction of the Monastery of St Maron. Maronite monks established their new part-way at Qannubin, in the heart of Qadisha, and monasteries quickly spread over the surrounding hills. Early settlement in the valley combined both polity and eremitic life. Levels: customized to your level, from easy to difficult, 7 km to 25 km Landscapes: Green canyon, cliffs, forest, caves, hermitages, monasteries, and churches. Best time: March to December The Cadar Forest of Hadath el Jebbe Tannourine The landscape and elevation of the historic valley of Ain-Al-Raha is platonic for cedars trees. The Tannourine cedar forest contains some 60,000 plus trees, making it the largest cedar forest reserve in Lebanon. The Tannourine cedar reserve is moreover home to cold-loving trees like: Cypressus, Pinus, Abies, Populus and others; the reserve is a very rich ecosystem in planter species. Animal life is, also, well-healed at the Tannourine reserve. The forest is inhabited by eagles, owls, robins, hyenas, boars, squirrels, snakes, and bats among others. The Tannourine region has many hiking trails that varies in effort level but are worldwide in their scenic scenery and landscape. Landscape: Cedar forest reserve, upland deserts, scenic views Best time for hiking: March to December Equipment A pair of solid hiking shoes and a hat are mandatory! If you're on tourist visa, don't forget your passport. If you're resident, take your ID or residency card. Concerning your clothing, never trust mountains. Temperatures can waif from hot to freezing in a matter of minutes plane in the middle of the summer. Be well equipped, but stave too warm clothes. Prefer layers: T-shirt + sweater + raincoat. Preferably synthetics. A backpack, gloves, as well as hiking poles, sunglasses and sun-screen are recommended. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions well-nigh your equipment. And don't forget camera, your marvel and your good mood! Private Tours FAQWell-nighus Post navigation Saturday March 18, 2017- The Qadisha Valley Proudly powered by WordPress | Theme: Sydney by aThemes.