Skip to main content
The Citadel of Aleppo at sunset

Full-Day Tour · Full day

Aleppo: Citadel, Souks & a Famous Lunch

The Levant's greatest kitchen, and the city around it

Duration

Full day

Experience type

Full-Day Tour · Private · Small group

Activity level

Easy — light walking at a relaxed pace

Live guide languages

Arabic, English

Group size

1–8

Overview


The mighty Aleppo Citadel; the slowly reviving covered souks and khans; the Old City's lanes and craftsmen; lunch at one of Aleppo's celebrated restaurants; tea and shisha at a rooftop sunset spot.

Highlights


  • Citadel entrance included
  • Lunch at a celebrated Aleppine table
  • Rooftop sunset over the old city

What's included


  • Licensed guide
  • Private A/C vehicle and driver
  • Citadel entrance
  • Bottled water

Exclusions


  • Lunch
  • Tips

Please note


  • Modest dress is required at religious sites
  • women should carry a scarf
  • Comfortable closed shoes are recommended for archaeological ground
  • Site access and routing can change at short notice and the guide may reorder the day
  • Itineraries are operated privately unless a small-group departure is agreed
  • Entrance permits for restricted sites are arranged by Murex in advance

Cancellation policy


  • Free cancellation up to 14 days before the start date
  • 50% of the journey cost is retained between 14 and 7 days before departure
  • 100% is retained within 7 days of departure or for no-shows
  • If Murex cancels for safety or access reasons you receive a full refund or a rebooked date

More info


base
Aleppo
duration
Full day
meeting point
Aleppo — hotel pick-up and drop-off included
Best season
March–May and September–November
Booking in advance
14 days before travel
Pricing basis
per group

Route

Aleppo

HeritageFoodCity & Craft

Good to know


Is payment taken online?

No. We confirm availability, final pricing and inclusions by email first. Payment is arranged directly with our office once you approve the proposal.

Is hotel pick-up included?

Yes. Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel is included for all journeys in the listed base city.

Do I need a visa or permit?

Most nationalities require a visa for Syria. Our team sends you the current requirements and the supporting documents you need after your enquiry.

Can this journey be run privately?

Yes. All Murex journeys default to private operation with your own guide and vehicle; small-group departures can be arranged on request.

How far in advance should I book?

We ask for at least 14 days notice so that guides, vehicles and any site permits can be secured.

Are children welcome?

Yes. Tell us the ages of your children in the enquiry and we adapt the pace, transport seating and site choices accordingly.

From $45 USD pp

Private, per person: 1 pax $120 · 2 pax $75 · 3–4 pax $55 · 5–8 pax $45

Check availability

Aleppo: Citadel, Souks & a Famous Lunch


Send an enquiry — a Syria specialist replies within one working day.

Participants

Adults
2
Children
0

Booking summary

Journey
Aleppo: Citadel, Souks & a Famous Lunch
Preferred start date
Adults · Children
2 · 0
Indicative from
USD 45
Need to add more detail? Open the full planner

No payment is taken online. We confirm availability and the final price by email.

Other journeys

All journeys