Traversing Time: A Personalized Journey from Beirut to Tripoli

Begin your day at Tripoli's ancient harbor, Al-Mina. Explore the bustling marketplace, where vendors sell everything from spices to handmade crafts. Take in the sights and sounds of daily life as you wander through this vibrant area.

Head to the old citadel, a Crusader fortress that offers panoramic views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea. Learn about its rich history, from its construction in the 12th century to its role in various conflicts over the centuries.

Lose yourself in the maze-like alleys of Tripoli's Old Souks, where you'll find an array of goods, including textiles, jewelry, and traditional Lebanese sweets. Marvel at the Ottoman architecture as you stroll through this historic area.

Visit the Great Mosque of Tripoli, one of the most important Islamic monuments in Lebanon. Admire its intricate architecture, including its iconic minaret, and learn about its significance in the city's religious and cultural landscape.

The Khan As Sabon (Soap Khan) was built at the beginning of the seventeenth century. Originally it was intended to serve as a military barracks to garrison Ottoman troops and it was purposely built in the center of the city to enable the pasha to control any uprising. It is a large rectangular structure with two story arcaded corridors running around a fountain courtyard.

Hammam Izzed-dine is a public bathing-house was given to Tripoli city by its Mamluke governor 'Izz ed-Dîne Aybak. The governor, who died in 1298, is buried in a mausoleum beside the hammam. The Hammam 'Izz ed-Dîne was in continual use until recently and it is now under restoration.

Taynal Mosque is an important mosque built in 1336 by Saif Ed-Dine Taynâl on the site of a ruined Crusader church. The adjoining domed mausoleum holds the tomb of the founder. Some elements of the original structure were re-used in the mosque, for example, the two rows of granite columns with late Roman capitals, which stand in the middle of the first prayer hall. The entrance of the second prayer hall is a unique example of the architectural decoration in Tripoli during the Mamluke era.

Take a break from sightseeing and enjoy a delicious Lebanese meal at a local restaurant. Indulge in meze, grilled meats, and other traditional dishes while soaking up the lively atmosphere.

Explore Tripoli's historic hammams, or public bathhouses, which date back to the Ottoman period. Learn about the rituals and traditions associated with these communal spaces and marvel at their beautiful architecture.