Syrian Odyssey (trip)
Syrian Odyssey
- Damascus International Airport, near Damascus, Syria
- Active & Adventure
| from £1,795* per person | 14 Days | Year-round |
| Comfort accommodations | Exertion level: 4 | |
| Operator: Travel The Unknown | 12 people max | |
And with both Damascus and Aleppo vying for the title of the world`s oldest continually inhabited city (at around 8,000 years each), there is plenty of history to absorb. This rich heritage has blessed Syria with some of the best monuments in the Middle East and its excellent and diverse cuisine cannot fail to impress.
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Locations visited/nearby
Syria, Syrian Arab Republic, Middle East
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3 testimonials about the provider, Travel The Unknown:
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Reviewer: Karla
located in
Canada
Just wanted to say thanks so much for making my holiday to the North East of India one of the most interesting and exciting travel experiences I have ever had. Our guide CK was extremely thoughtful and patient (especially with our frequent change of plans and food requests for momos and noddles) and our driver, Das, was the most amazing driver ever! He definitely saved our lives on those dark, monsoon destroyed, narrow, winding roads through the himalayan mountains on our journey to Tawang. I really felt taken care of and going on the tour made travelling in such a remote and unexplored area so much easier than if I had to do it on my own. Teaching the native tribal women in Along the chicken dance and the macarena was definately my high of the trip. I have never laughed so much, especially when awakening in the morning and hearing the chicken song being hummed in the background. God what they must think of western dancing now! Monks, tribes and Rhinos!!... what more can a person ask for!
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Reviewer: Stephen
located in
Ireland
Gotta say thanks to Travel The Unknown for organising my fascinating trip to a little-known area of the world. The scenery was fantastic, food was amazing, the guide was great and the living bridges were inspiring. An India not many get to see. Thanks again.
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Reviewer: Myrka,
located in
Slovakia
Thank you so much for organizing such a brilliant trip. I must admit it took me few days to get used to the country, as I have never visited a developing country. But after that i started having a great time with my friends. Really enjoyed the nature, the beautiful views. From all the places we visited I liked most Arunachal Pradesh and Tawang. I think the trip wouldn’t be the same without our guide CK, the best guide EVER! He helped us so much, and went out of his way, just to make the trip the best we had. So big thank you for him as well ;-) I still look at the amazing pictures I took and can’t believe that I have been there. So thank you again for the best holiday.
Special information
- This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.
Itinerary
Day 1Fly into Damascus. You will be met by a Travel The Unknown representative at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Damascus. Meal plan: N/A.
Day 2
Day tour of the world’s oldest city. Damascus’ highlights incl. the National museum, Takieh Mosque, covered Souk, Umayyad Mosque. Enjoy a hearty buffet lunch. Continue tour to Azem Palace, Straight Street, St. Anania’s Church, Bab Sharqi and St. Paul’s Window. Overnight in Damascus. Meal plan: B, L
Day 3
Drive to Aleppo stopping at the Crusader fortress of Krak des Chevaliers, one of the most impressive medieval military castles in the world. Go on to visit the historic cities of Hama, with its ancient water wheels and Apamea. Overnight in Aleppo. Meal plan: B, L
Day 4
Visit the stunning dead cities of Al-Bara and Serjilla before exploring Ma`arret Al Nouman mosaic museum. Lunch at Ma'arret Al Nouman. Explore the church of St. Simeon, the famous Stylite who lived on an 18m pillar. Overnight in Aleppo. Meal plan: B, L
Day 5
Day to visit the ancient city of Aleppo and explore its souks (markets), some of the finest in the whole Middle East. Visit the impressive National museum, citadel, grand mosque and finally the colourful souks. Overnight in Aleppo. Meal plan: B, L
Day 6
Steeped in history, visit the magnificent Roman ruins at Rasafa and the stunning castle of Qala`at Ja’abar encircled by the azure waters of Lake Assad. Lunch in a lake-side restaurant. Drive to the ancient ruins of Halabia, then on to Deir Ez-Zur. Overnight in Deir Ez-Zur. Meal plan: B, L
Day 7
Visit the Roman walled city of Dura Europos overlooking the Euphrates and the ruins of the ancient city of Mari. Afternoon at leisure - free to discover the souk and museum and meet the friendly locals. Enjoy a boat ride and Arabian tea on the Euphrates river as the sun sets. Overnight in Deir Ez-Zur. Meal plan: B
Day 8
Leisurely start to the day. Set off for the palace of Qasr Hirl Sharqi, a stunning fortress set deep in the desert. Picnic lunch, drive to Palmyra for a short visit of the ruins. Overnight in comfortable Bedouin tent (in a real bed - this is the most luxurious tent you can imagine!) and enjoy ambience of Syria at its best. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 9
After breakfast visit Palmyra, Syria’s star attraction including Palmyra museum, Bael temple, Tombs, Colonnaded Street, the Agora and the Amphitheatre. Lunch at scenic spot in Palmyra. Take a short camel ride through this atmospheric site. Overnight in Bedouin tent. Meal plan: B, L, D
Day 10
Drive to Damascus stopping off at a Beehive mud cafe. Visit Qasioun mountain for stunning views across this ancient city. Half day free to explore. Some additional sites will be suggested by the guides. Overnight in Damascus. Meal plan: B
Day 11
Visit the stunning Deir Marmusa, a multi-denominational monastery in a setting you won’t believe. Then drive to the scenic Aramaic village of Maaloula and its monasteries before finally discovering the Christian monastery at Seidnaya. Return to Damascus for overnight. Meal plan: B
Day 12
Day trip to Bosra’s incredible black basalt Roman coliseum and citadel. Wander through the myriad ruins scattered through the village. Proceed to Suweida to discover its stunning 4th century mosaics. Lunch in Suweida and the chance to sample the areas wine and arak, the country`s best. Return to Damascus for overnight. Meal plan: B, L
Day 13
Free day in Damascus to go shopping, exploring or simply relax in this charming city. Overnight in Damascus. Meal plan: B
Day 14
Breakfast. Transfer to Damascus Airport for final departure. Meal plan: B
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