Travel Itinerary Comparison: Lebanon (July 22-26) vs Italy (Aug 30-Sep 6)

Lebanon Trip for 2 (July 22-26)

Day 1: July 22 - Departure from Manila & Arrival in Beirut

Morning: Depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport on an international flight to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.

Afternoon: Arrival in Beirut, transfer to hotel, check-in, and rest from travel.

Evening: Light stroll around Zaitunay Bay, enjoy local Lebanese cuisine at a nearby restaurant.

Day 2: July 23 - Beirut City Exploration

Morning: Visit National Museum of Beirut to absorb Lebanese history and culture.

Afternoon: Explore Hamra Street for shopping and cafes, visit Gemmayzeh for art galleries.

Evening: Dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Beirut Corniche.

Day 3: July 24 - Day Trip to Byblos and Jeita Grotto

Morning: Visit the ancient city of Byblos, explore the old souk and harbor.

Afternoon: Tour Jeita Grotto, Lebanon’s famous limestone caves.

Evening: Return to Beirut, light dinner and rest.

Day 4: July 25 - Wedding Day in Batroun

Morning: Travel to Batroun, coastal city known for its beaches and old town charm.

Afternoon: Attend the wedding ceremony and brunch.

Evening: Participate in wedding celebrations and dinner.

Day 5: July 26 - Return to Manila

Morning: Leisurely breakfast, last-minute shopping or beach walk in Beirut.

Afternoon: Check out from hotel, transfer to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport for departure to Manila.

Evening: In-flight.

Time and Cost Estimates - Lebanon Trip

• Flights Manila-Beirut roundtrip for 2: Approx. 16-18 hours travel total; $1,800 - $2,400
• Accommodation in Beirut (4 nights): Approx. $100-$150 per night; total $400 - $600
• Transport & Day trips (Car rental/Taxi): Approx. $150
• Food & Dining: Approx. $40 per day per person; total $320
• Wedding Event: Included (guest)
• Entrance Fees & Tours (Museum, Grottos): Approx. $50
• Miscellaneous: Approx. $50
• Total Estimated Cost: $2,770 - $3,640

Tips - Lebanon Trip

To reduce trip duration, consider skipping the day trip to Byblos and Jeita Grotto and staying local to Beirut and Batroun for more relaxed travel. For a longer trip, add visits to the Bekaa Valley wineries or Baalbek ruins to explore more Lebanese heritage and nature.

Italy Trip for 2 (Aug 30 - Sep 6)

Day 1: August 30 - Departure from Dubai & Arrival in Barcelona

Morning: Depart from Dubai International Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport.

Afternoon: Arrival and transfer to accommodation in Barcelona, rest or short walk in Gothic Quarter.

Evening: Dinner at La Rambla, enjoy Catalan cuisine.

Day 2: August 31 - Travel to Verona & Leisure

Morning: Flight or train from Barcelona to Verona, check into hotel.

Afternoon: Explore Verona Arena and Piazza delle Erbe.

Evening: Dinner near Adige River, enjoy local Italian dishes.

Day 3: September 1 - Wedding Brunch in Verona

Morning: Leisure morning preparing for wedding brunch.

Afternoon: Attend the wedding brunch.

Evening: Relaxing evening walk to Juliet’s House and dinner in Verona.

Day 4: September 2 - Wedding Day

Morning: Free time or light sightseeing around Verona.

Afternoon: Attend the wedding ceremony.

Evening: Participate in wedding celebrations and dinner.

Day 5: September 3 - Wine Tour & Travel to Rome

Morning: Join a guided wine tour around the Valpolicella or Soave region; tour concludes at 3pm.

Afternoon: Depart for Rome by train or flight, check in at accommodation.

Evening: Light dinner near Piazza Navona.

Day 6: September 4 - Rome Sightseeing

Morning: Visit Colosseum and Roman Forum.

Afternoon: Explore Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps.

Evening: Dinner in Trastevere neighborhood, enjoy lively atmosphere.

Day 7: September 5 - Vatican City & Leisure

Morning: Tour Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.

Afternoon: Leisure time for shopping or cafe culture along Via del Corso.

Evening: Farewell dinner in Rome with traditional Italian cuisine.

Day 8: September 6 - Return to Dubai

Morning: Pack and check out.

Afternoon: Transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport for flight back to Dubai.

Evening: In-flight.

Time and Cost Estimates - Italy Trip

• Flights Dubai-Barcelona & Rome-Dubai for 2: Approx. 10-12 hours travel total; $1,200 - $1,600
• Flights/Train between Barcelona-Verona-Rome: Approx. $400
• Accommodation (7 nights): $120-$180 per night; total $840 - $1,260
• Transport (local taxis, metro, transfers): Approx. $200
• Food & Dining: $50 per day per person; total $700
• Wedding brunch, ceremony & celebrations: Included (guest)
• Wine Tour: Approx. $150 per person; $300 total
• Entrance Fees (museums, Vatican): Approx. $150
• Miscellaneous: Approx. $100
• Total Estimated Cost: $4,090 - $4,710

Tips - Italy Trip

To shorten the trip, you could skip Barcelona as the port of entry and fly directly into Verona or Rome to save travel time. Extending the trip by a few days is ideal if you want to explore other Italian cities like Florence or Milan, or spend more leisure time near Lake Garda between Verona and Milan.