Hike St Lichaa Monastery to Qannoubine Monastery - Qadisha Valley
This blissful walk will have you traveling through the captivating Qadisha Valley, home of some of the most ancient Christian communities within the Middle East. This journey begins at the Mar Lishaa Monastery, The walk to the Qannoubine Monastery is about 5.3km, you will be greeted by a sing-song chorus from local birdlife and breathtaking waterfalls as we venture through the valley. After an hour of wandering you will find the Qannoubine Monastery, one of the oldest Maronite Monasteries within the Holy Valley. While experiencing the captivating culture and spiritual surroundings throughout this journey we recommend to take some time to fully immerse your senses; meditate, pray, or simply relax and take in the tranquil atmosphere. The hike in total is a 10.6km round trip, which takes around 2.5 hours in total.
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Hike St Lichaa Monastery to Qannoubine Monastery - Qadisha Valley
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What's included in Hike St Lichaa Monastery to Qannoubine Monastery - Qadisha Valley
(Subject to Option Inclusions)This blissful hike will have you traveling through the captivating Qadisha Valley, also known as the Holy Valley, home of some of the most ancient Christian communities within the Middle East. This journey begins at the Mar Lishaa Monastery, a home and haven for those who search for solitude and sanctuary. The hike to the Qannoubine Monastery is about 5.3km, you will be greeted by a sing-song chorus from local birdlife and breathtaking waterfalls as we venture through the valley. After an hour of wandering you will find the Qannoubine Monastery, one of the oldest Maronite Monasteries within the Holy Valley. While experiencing the captivating culture and spiritual surroundings throughout this journey we recommend to take some time to fully immerse your senses; meditate, pray, or simply relax and take in the tranquil atmosphere. The hike in total is a 10.6km round trip, which takes around 3.5 hours in total.
Inclusions
- Locker
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Hiking accessories
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Round-trip private transfer
- Snacks
- Driver/guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hiking pole
- Transport by private vehicle
- Lunch
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Dinner
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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