AGENDA

Meeting point             : Mar Abda Church parking facing the  new bridge, Jal El Dib @ 7:30 AM

Driving directions to Saint Abda Church:       https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib

Or Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg., Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM

 

Rate               : 335,000 LL/person including transportation, professional guides, photos, and 1 kilo of cherries. 299,000 LL/person for children under 12 years old. Taking appropriate precautions, the places on the bus are limited.

Optional transportation by your own vehicle. 200,000 LL/person

==There will be a breakfast stop along the way==

 

What to wear and bring: Comfortable pants and shoes, cap, MEDICAL FACE MASKS, HAND GEL, small backpack, and sunscreen. Don't forget to get a jacket.

 

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

 

It’s the cherry-picking season in Bekaakafra village. Join us and get the chance to share special moments and delight in exceptional activities in nature.

We will start our day by exploring the land and picking cherries; nothing is better than a sweet red cherry right off the tree. Of course, you will be provided materials for work (participants can bring with them gloves if they prefer).

Then we will make a visit to Bekaakafra village, Unesco classified it as a typical traditional Lebanese village. It is one of the highest villages in Lebanon; It is a must to see. We will visit Mar Charbel’s house, and many landmarks of the village.

 

Our lunch will be nearby at Hasroun Village, we will sit together, share and watch the beauty of our nature and you can also have your own picnic.

The next visit will also be to a historical hidden gem called St Simon archaeological monastery, Bkerkasha.

It was built at the beginning of the 12th century and is located in a rocky natural setting. The views from inside the cave are amazingly peaceful, overlooking the sacred valley of Kadisha.

 

Those who would be interested to buy cherries will benefit from a discount.

Protect yourself and others around you by knowing the facts and taking appropriate precautions:

Distancing from each other is a must.

Cover your nose and mouth with your face masks. To keep it on, while we are on the bus.

Clean your hands often by using hand gel or other.

 

 

Note: Thank you for following all the ecotourism rules including safety regulations. Due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the event may occur.

Best Regards,

 

The Little Explorer Team.