Five days and four nights of eating your way across Damascus, Aleppo, Latakia and Tartus. This is not an ordinary sightseeing trip — it is a proper tasting journey through the best-known and best-loved Syrian dishes, from the alleys of the Old City of Damascus to the kitchens of Aleppo, from seafood on the Latakia shore to home cooking in Tartus. A Syria food tour built around flavours and experiences you will not find anywhere else.
At a glance
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 days / 4 nights |
| Cities | Damascus, Aleppo, Latakia, Tartus |
| Theme | Street food, restaurants and local home cooking |
| Transport | Private car with an experienced driver, 12 hours daily |
| Best for | Food lovers, photographers and social-media travellers |
Day 1 — Damascus: where the flavours begin
Airport pickup, then a tour of the Old City of Damascus. Taste shawarma, falafel and hand-pounded Arabic ice cream, and walk through Souq al-Bzourieh with its spices, herbs and sweets. Overnight in Damascus.
Day 2 — Aleppo: the food capital
Transfer to Aleppo for authentic Aleppo kebab, a tasting of kibbeh in its many forms, and sweets made with Aleppo pistachio. Overnight in Aleppo.
Day 3 — Latakia: the taste of the sea
On to Latakia for a seafood lunch — fresh fish and grilled seafood — followed by time by the water. Overnight in Latakia.
Day 4 — Tartus: a local experience
A day in Tartus for local food in a neighbourhood restaurant or a Syrian home, with traditional home-cooked dishes. Return to Latakia for the night.
Day 5 — Damascus: a sweet finish
The drive back to Damascus and a final sweets tasting — kunafa or whatever is best that day — before the transfer to the airport.
What makes this trip different
- Real food experiences rather than a conventional tourist circuit
- Carefully chosen places — restaurants and hidden spots alike
- A mix of street food, restaurants and local home cooking
- Ideal for photography and social media
What is included
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- A private car with an experienced driver, 12 hours a day
- Full trip organisation
Not included
- The cost of meals, which depends on your own choices
- Entrance tickets to tourist sites
- Personal expenses
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Syria food tour?
Five days and four nights, covering Damascus, Aleppo, Latakia and Tartus.
Are meals included in the price?
No. The cost of meals is not included, because it depends on what you choose to eat. Transport, transfers and the organisation of the trip are included.
What Syrian dishes will I try?
Damascene shawarma, falafel and Arabic ice cream; Aleppo kebab, kibbeh and pistachio sweets; fresh seafood on the coast; traditional home cooking in Tartus; and kunafa to finish.
Is this trip good for photography?
Yes — it is built around markets, street food and hidden local spots, which makes it well suited to photographers and social-media travellers.
Is transport included?
Yes. A private car with an experienced driver is included for 12 hours a day, plus airport pickup and drop-off.
Can the itinerary be adjusted?
Get in touch on WhatsApp with what you would like to change and we will look at adapting the programme.
Before you travel
Read our Syria tourist visa guide and how to get to Syria. For more on the food itself, see 8 must-try street foods in Damascus and 8 Aleppo dishes you should not miss.
