Syria

With its rugged landscape, Syria has always been a country of challenge and change; from early Babylon to the Ottoman Empire.

Damascus is said to be the oldest continuously inhabited city on earth. The surrounding countryside, filled with lush vineyards and orchards, is rich in historic sites such as the massive Crusader castle of Krak des Chevaliers, the ancient city of Aleppo with its famous citadel and Palmyra, the superb archaeological site deep in the Syrian desert. Travellers to Syria may be surprised by the wide cultural and religious background. We use the best available accommodation, however hotels outside of Damascus are rarely of international standards.

Flights & Facts:

Fly to: Damascus (British Midland) - Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun.
Flying Time: 6 hrs including one stop.
Time Difference: GMT+2.
Visas: Required - obtainable in advance or on arrival - passports with Israeli stamps are restricted from entry.
Health requirements: Yellow fever certificate required if travelling from an endemic area.
Best time to visit: Apr - Jun, Sep - Nov.

Weather:

Syria has a continental climate with extreme hot and dry summers and mild wet winters. The hottest seasons are July and August and the coldest and rainiest season is usually for about six weeks starting in November or December. Once the coldest period is over, nature is full of colour especially wild flowers until end of May. It is often hot during the day and cool in the evenings.